Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP

Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP is proud to be ranked in the Chambers and Partners 2025 New York: Long Island Regional Spotlight Guide for Corporate/Commercial Law for the second consecutive year. As the only Long Island law firm to earn this distinction, FRB is proud to deliver exceptional, client-focused legal services across a diverse range of industries. Learn more about the Chambers and Partners ranking here: https://lnkd.in/geJxKCCU #FRBLaw #ChambersAndPartners #Corporate #Commercial #LongIsland

Last week, FRB’s Andrew Cooper, Chair of the Cannabis & Psychedelics Practice Group, spoke at the Business of Cannabis conference in NYC. Andrew joined a dynamic panel discussing "Enforcement Against the Illicit Market: Is It Making an Impact?", sharing insights alongside key leaders in the cannabis industry. FRB was proud to sponsor this event, contributing to important conversations shaping the future of cannabis in New York and beyond. #FRBLaw #BusinessOfCannabis #IllicitMarket #Cannabis #NewYork #NYC

FRB Partners Jeffrey Verdon, Moish Eli Peltz, and Kyle Lawrence recently joined entrepreneur, investor, and blockchain visionary Gary Cardone to dive into blockchain, digital asset protection, and smart investing. From navigating crypto challenges to future trends, this is a must-listen! ???? Watch here: https://lnkd.in/gn2HEUNE For assistance with your digital wallet and to discover how you and your business can capitalize on digital assets, contact our Digital Assets attorneys at [email protected] or https://lnkd.in/gnxg9VeK. #FRBLaw #GaryCardone #DigitalAssets #Blockchain #Crypto #AssetProtection

This week, FRB Founding Partner Michele Schlereth, CPA, Esq., MST and Elder Law Partner Dana Walsh Sivak were honored at the Long Island Business News 2024 Leaders in Business & Finance and Leaders in Law Awards. Michele received the Independent CPA Award, recognizing her outstanding contributions as a financial professional and leader in the community. Dana was celebrated with the Leaders in Law Award for Partners, highlighting her excellence in legal practice and dedication to serving the Long Island community. Congratulations to Michele and Dana! For assistance with matters related to Accounting or Elder Law, contact us at [email protected] or 516-599-0888. #FRBLaw #LongIslandBusinessNews #LIBN #LeadersInLaw #Business #Finance #ElderLaw #Taxation #WomenInLaw

This past weekend, FRB was proud to sponsor the Town of Hempstead's Transitional Planning Workshop, co-hosted by our Senior Counsel Patricia A. Craig, Esq. alongside local officials. The event provided families with essential strategies for planning adulthood for children with special needs, covering topics such as guardianships, estate planning, and benefit eligibility. If you or a family member are seeking support with these critical areas, contact Patricia A. Craig at [email protected] or visit https://lnkd.in/gpduXesr to learn how our attorneys can assist you. #FRBLaw #TownOfHempstead #TransitionalPlanning #SpecialNeeds #EstatePlanning #Guardianship #FamilySupport

We’re thrilled to share that FRB Managing Partner Kenneth Falcon has been honored with the Long Island Business News 2024 40 Under Forty Award in recognition of his exceptional leadership, innovative management practices, and dedicated involvement in the Long Island Community! Ken’s visionary leadership has driven FRB’s growth from a small team to a leading full-service law firm, and his dedication to his clients and his team truly sets him apart. Congratulations, Ken, on this well-deserved honor! Learn more about Ken’s recognition here: https://lnkd.in/eJ7-S6G7 #FRBLaw #LIBN #40UnderForty #Leadership #LawFirm #LongIsland

FRB proudly congratulates Ruth Kraft, Partner and Chair of the Labor & Employment Practice Group, on being named a 2024 Power Women of Long Island ICON honoree! Join us in celebrating her outstanding achievements at the Power Women of Long Island 30th Anniversary celebration tonight, hosted by Schneps Media. Learn more about this year's honorees and purchase tickets here: https://lnkd.in/evPwht7a https://lnkd.in/gkV8mjHc #FRBLaw #PowerWomen #LongIsland #ICON #Leadership #LaborAndEmployment #Congratulations

Join FRB's Taxation Partner Matthew Foreman and Corporate & Securities Senior Counsel Michael S. Williams for the Strafford CLE/CPE webinar "Tax Strategies for Limited Partner Investors in Private Investment Funds" tomorrow, Thursday, November 14 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM ET. Explore the following key topics: ?? Tax implications of various fund structures (e.g., venture capital, real estate). ?? Potential tax filing and payment obligations. ?? Strategies for negotiating fund agreements and side letters. ?? Updates on management fee waivers and carried interest. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/gvnGBSEy #FRBLaw #TaxPlanning #PrivateInvestment #FundStrategy #InvestorInsights #Strafford #CLE #CPE #Webinar

Last week, FRB had the privilege of attending the Girls Inc. of Long Island Luncheon. The event was a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow supporters and celebrate the impactful work that Girls Inc. does to empower young women across Long Island. We congratulate the scholarship winners, Alumna of the Year, and Girl of the Year, whose achievements remind us of the importance of community support and mentorship. Thank you to Girls Inc. of Long Island for organizing such an inspiring day and their continued dedication to uplifting girls and shaping brighter futures. #FRBLaw #GirlsIncLuncheon #GirlsInc #LongIsland #CommunityEmpowerment #Scholarship #Congratulations

Bronze Sponsor ?? The Cannabis & Psychedelics Practice Group at Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP is composed of an interdisciplinary team across the firm’s various practice groups. The firm’s cross-disciplinary approach combines in-depth advice for all matters of business, deep subject matter proficiency, and proactive analysis of relevant laws and markets. FRB leverages its controlled substances experience and extensive background in therapeutic services to assist those seeking to launch or expand their legal cannabis businesses, and our specialized approach is intended to help clients cut through the complex state-by-state legal and regulatory environment. The Practice Group offers a full range of legal and consultative services including licensure preparation, applications and strategy, business planning, industry segmentation, establishing partnerships and joint ventures, taxation, branding and intellectual property, real estate, regulatory compliance matters, and industry advocacy, and more.? FRB has assisted clients in obtaining cannabis licenses in numerous states in both competitive and non-competitive licensure processes. We work with health care professionals, cannabusiness entrepreneurs, municipalities, caregivers, patients, and others in handling all aspects of the cannabis industry. Find out more about FRB here ?? https://lnkd.in/eSyifDQA If you still want to join us tomorrow at the New York Academy of Medicine, there are a handful of tickets remaining. Get yours here ?????https://lnkd.in/etUj55Pd #BofCNY