Practus, LLP

We are proud to announce that Practus LLP has been awarded the Best Law Firms? of 2025 recognition by Best Lawyers. This peer-reviewed award is based on both client and attorney evaluations, highlighting our commitment to the attorney-client relationship as well as overall client experience at our firm. Thank you to our attorneys and the entire Practus team for the work they do that made this recognition possible. And thank you to our clients for trusting us to represent you and holding us to high expectations. Learn more about Practus and what it means to be awarded Best Law Firms? in the comments! #practuslaw #thepractusway #practusllp #bestlawyers #bestlawfirms #bestlawfirm #lawfirmaward #modernlawfirm #remotelawfirm #virtuallawfirm

While many are gearing up for the holidays, Practus partner, Robert Elwood, is gearing up to talk ETF conversions! As the original architect of mutual fund and SMA to ETF conversions, Bob will be speaking on a panel discussion during the Gabelli Funds Section 852(b)(6) Symposium in New York on December 5. “I plan to focus on traps that can catch the unwary when converting separately managed accounts and private funds into ETFs,” Bob shares. With 200 attendees in person and 1,000 expected to join via Zoom, it’s shaping up to be a can’t-miss event for industry professionals! Get all the details on this event in the comments. ?? #PractusLaw #ThePractusWay #ETFconversions #LegalInsights #ModernLawFirm #GabelliFunds

What is the motivation behind an innovative law firm like Practus? Managing Partner and Founder, John Lively, says his big picture motivation for launching and continuing to make Practus the law firm it is today is simple: “I want to create a platform that allows [our team] to achieve their objectives, personally and professionally. And I want that for the lawyers, management, admin, every single person.” Of course, John’s full answer in his interview with Medium is a little more nuanced. Get the full story on how Practus revolutionizes the business of law by prioritizing the growth and objectives of its entire team (along with insights into John’s upbringing on a pig farm) in the comments! ?? #ThePractusWay #ModernLawFirm #LegalInnovation #LawFirmLeadership #wfh #LegalServices #LawyerLife

This week, we’re highlighting our Insurance Law practice area! Our Insurance Law attorneys advise life and health insurers, along with their distributors and other partners in the industry. They are experienced in navigating state insurance laws and regulations affecting product development, financial management, and distribution strategies. Insurance Law attorneys at Practus offer robust legal defense backed by extensive experience in managing business areas impacted by insurance laws. Our attorneys’ goal is to provide counsel that mirrors the challenges faced by these sectors today, ensuring our clients are well-equipped to overcome hurdles and achieve their objectives. Our attorneys’ goal is to provide counsel that mirrors the challenges faced by these sectors today, ensuring our clients are well-equipped to overcome hurdles and achieve their objectives. We offer a comprehensive suite of services, including ? policy development ? sales compliance infrastructure ? regulatory compliance ? state market conduct examinations ? policyowner and distributor litigation ? underwriting contracting and licensing (and more!) your business growth with precision and tailored counsel. Learn more about how an Insurance Law attorney can help you in the comments! ?? #ThePractusWay #InsuranceLaw #LegalCounsel #RegulatoryCompliance #PractusLaw #virtualattorney #virtuallawyer #modernlawfim

Practus partner, Tim Billick, is speaking today on copyright litigation in the context of political campaigns at the Seattle Intellectual Property Chapter of the American Inns of Court. Tim says says, “Copyright infringement lawsuits, or at least the threat of them, have long been the other running mates in political races. Campaigns unfailingly wrap themselves in the doctrine of fair use. And then it just gets more complicated from there.” We'll be putting together some takeaways of this fascinating topic soon enough. For now, you can learn more and subscribe to our Practus News to stay up to date here: https://lnkd.in/dd9yVVsc #thepractusway #practuslaw #iplaw #ip #modernattorney #clientfocused

This week’s Thought Leadership Thursday comes from Practus partner, Jeffrey Rambach: 10 Strategies That Could Prepare You for Potential Changes to the Federal Estate and Gift Tax The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) introduced significant tax benefits for taxable estate owners, including increased estate and gift tax exemptions. However, these provisions are set to sunset on December 31, 2025, potentially reverting exemption amounts to pre-TCJA levels. Here’s a teaser with 3 of the 10 tips you’ll find in Jeff’s full article: 1. Utilize Increased Exemption Amounts: Make substantial gifts before the estate and gift tax exemption drops. For 2024, the exemption amount is $13.61M per individual ($13.99M in 2025). This amount is set to revert to pre-TCJA levels after 2025 (approximately $5M, adjusted for inflation). 2. Review and Update Estate Plans: Ensure your estate plan aligns with current laws and personal goals to maximize tax efficiency and changes in your individual circumstances. 3. Charitable Giving: Consider Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs) and Charitable Lead Trusts (CLTs). These can provide income to the donor or beneficiaries while ultimately benefiting a charity and offering significant tax benefits, a win-win for everyone involved. Why Act Now? The TCJA sunset is fast approaching. High-net-worth individuals should start planning now to take advantage of current tax benefits. Proactive strategies can ensure smoother wealth transfer to future generations while minimizing tax burdens. Discover the 7 additional tips Jeff put together in the comments! ?? #thepractusway #practuslaw #estateplanning #taxstrategy #wealthmanagement #TCJA #financialplanning #wfh #legalservices

This week, we’re spotlighting our Government Liability & Civil Rights practice area! Our Government Liability & Civil Rights attorneys provide trusted defense and support to city and county governments, as well as other public entities, across a range of legal matters. Whether you're navigating employment issues, civil rights concerns, or zoning disputes, our team is here to help. Our services include: ? Law enforcement and civil rights defense ? Municipal litigation ? Open records and meetings compliance ? Zoning and planning We also assist with the development and implementation of policies and training programs to keep entities and their employees informed on emerging legal trends. If a claim does go to litigation, we provide defense to protect the entity, agency, and employees. Learn more about the Government Liability & Civil Rights practice area in the comments! ?? #thepractusway #practuslaw #GovernmentLiability #CivilRights #modernlawfirm #defenseattorney #legalnews

We love how passionate our Practus partners are about keeping people up to date about evolving fields of law. Thank you to Linda V. Priebe, JD, CIPP/E and her fellow panelists for sharing their depth of knowledge on this recent webinar about GDPR clauses! #ThePractusWay #PractusLaw #GDPR #DataPrivacy #InternationalLaw

November is Men’s Health Awareness Month, so we’re sharing resources throughout the month to encourage discussion and early detection while many of our Practus team members are embracing No Shave November to show their support. This week, we're sharing resources for the most common type of cancer among men 45+ years old: prostate cancer. 1 in 8 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Key facts to keep in mind: ? Early detection is key: Regular screenings can make all the difference, and treatment has a favorable success rate when detected early. ? Know your risk: Age, family history, and ethnicity can increase the likelihood of developing prostate cancer. If you aren’t aware of your family’s history with prostate cancer, start those conversations this week to understand your risk. ? Support matters: From early diagnosis to treatment, having a support system is essential. If you don’t have a prostate, sharing information about this type of cancer with those in your life that do is one way to show support from the start. Learn more about prostate cancer, including signs, symptoms, risk factors, and how to get support here: https://lnkd.in/gPykynKt #Movember #MensHealth #ProstateCancerAwareness #EarlyDetection #ThePractusWay

Please join us in welcoming our newest Practus partner, David Thompson, joining us from Santa Cruz, California! David has extensive experience representing venture-backed startups and public tech companies in areas like software licensing, tech transactions, privacy compliance, IP, and emerging tech. David’s practice covers innovative fields, including generative AI, blockchain, biotechnology, renewable energy, and cybersecurity. A bit about David's background: ? Advised high-profile companies like cybersecurity leaders, Forescout Technologies and SentinelOne, both of which went public during his tenure ? Managed cloud and SaaS negotiations and go-to-market initiatives for a Fortune 50 Healthcare company ? Led practice groups focused on global commercial markets and government sectors, such as state, local, and education (SLED) markets, healthcare, and federal civilian and defense agencies When he's not working, David is all about the music. He plays tenor sax for Kava Jah & the Remedy, a reggae band that has opened for legends like Steel Pulse, Sammy Johnson, Israel Vibration, Black Uhuru, and The Itals. David also performs with Bagun?a, a Brazilian cover band with a name that means “messy”— a perfect description for the lively spirit of the band! Learn more about David and how he can help you in the comments! ?? #ThePractusWay #NewHire #LegalNews #TechLaw #EmergingTech #PractusLaw #StartUpLawyer #ModernAttorney