• Jessika Arce Graham (M&A, Corporate)
• Marc I. Solomon (Corporate, Finance, Acquisitions)

According to Lawdragon, “The trial bar is where American law performs, and the deal table is where it builds. These are its architects.”

Their selection process involves a proprietary process that combines independent research, submissions, and thorough vetting.

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Her first article, “Why Your Exit Starts Years Before You Sell,” Jessika discusses the importance of building optionality by creating a business that gives founders choices, whether they decide to sell, raise capital, bring on a strategic partner, or continue growing. She addresses reducing founder dependence, documenting key aspects of the business, and making decisions with its future value in mind.

Her second article, “Due Diligence Doesn’t Start With a Buyer. It Starts With You,” Jessika explains why due diligence begins well before a buyer enters the picture. She highlights considerations including organized corporate records, clear intellectual property ownership, well-maintained customer agreements, and systems that can build confidence and create leverage in a future transaction.

Jessika is an Expert Council Member of Entreprenista, contributing insights informed by her practice, which focuses on mergers and acquisitions, corporate transactions and strategic business matters. She represents founders, privately held companies, entrepreneurs and investors in middle-market transactions, with particular experience guiding business owners through the sale of their companies.

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Marlon discussed a broad range of legal issues that many will have to consider in advance of the World Cup, including trademark issues, Miami’s legal obligations, travel to the United States, workforce demands, licensing requirements for public watch parties, and more.

Marlon represents businesses, entrepreneurs, and local and international governments in corporate, intellectual property, and government matters, and is a key member of the firm’s Road to the World Cup group.

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Daniela represents local governments and nonprofit organizations on governance and public trust matters, guiding clients through operational and policy decisions that directly impact their communities. Her cross-sector practice gives her practical insight into the ways public entities and nonprofit organizations operate and collaborate within complex regulatory frameworks.

A trusted advisor, Daniela counsels municipalities on day-to-day government functions while also advising on high-profile and strategic initiatives. Her experience includes public property matters, procurement and contracting, ethics and sunshine law compliance, legislative drafting, public-private partnerships, and community development projects. She helps public entities mitigate risk, maintain transparency, and implement policies that support sustainable growth.

Daniela also represents 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and advises private and disadvantaged business entities navigating public procurement and contracting processes, giving her a comprehensive understanding of both the public and private perspectives in government-related matters.

Prior to joining WSHC+B, Daniela served as a staff attorney in the Community Economic Development Unit at Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc., where she represented nonprofit and small business clients on a broad range of issues and advised on general governance, commercial, and compliance matters.

“Daniela has earned the confidence of clients and colleagues alike through her thoughtful counsel, deep understanding of government operations, and unwavering commitment to the public interest,” said Chad S. Friedman, Chairman of WSHC+B. “Her promotion to Partner reflects not only her exceptional legal skills, but also her leadership within the firm and the value she delivers to the public and nonprofit institutions we serve.”

Daniela is fluent in Spanish. She earned her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the University of Miami School of Law and her Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, from The George Washington University, where she majored in Political Communication and minored in Spanish & Latin American Languages. She is admitted to practice law in Florida and Washington, D.C.

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Through his work representing businesses, entrepreneurs, and local and international governments in corporate, intellectual property, and government matters—with a focus on creative entrepreneurs, non-profits, family-owned businesses, and small-to-mid-market companies—Marlon gains a front-row perspective on the diverse cultural influences and cross-border relationships that define Miami.

The “26 Voices” series spotlights influential community leaders who are putting their cities on the world stage ahead of the tournament.

Watch the episode here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/fifa-world-cup-2026-miami_26voices-wearemiami-fwc26-activity-7414395361714290688-FhcB?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAACOxC5QBbH04Zm8w1zqiOzGGJnoX5riSDjY&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss.

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Liz highlighted challenges as activity ramps up, including aggressive timelines and staffing constraints: “I think contractors would probably worry that developers are biting off more than they can chew,” she said, adding that some schedules “are a little tough to meet and may not necessarily reap the benefits that they’re expecting.”

Liz represents private and governmental entities in various construction-related transactions and construction defect litigation. Her practice involves primarily representing owners and developers as they negotiate with architects, contractors, and other entities concerning their construction projects.

Read more here: https://therealdeal.com/magazine/october-2025/miami-top-construction-firms/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss.

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Hosted by partner Chanae L. Wood, the series brings together the legal minds of WSHC+B alongside leaders from business, government, and the community. Through candid conversations, The Intersection offers a behind-the-scenes look at the people, projects, and power dynamics shaping South Florida as a global hub to live, work, play, and invest.

From the AI revolution to the housing crisis and high-stakes real estate, the podcast examines how law, government, and business intersect. Each episode features bold, insightful conversations with policymakers and decision-makers driving change in our cities—designed to inform, influence, and spark change.

The Intersection is designed for anyone who wants to stay informed on the legal, political, and commercial trends impacting the future of our communities and economies.

Episodes are available on all major streaming platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. 

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Miami, FL – Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman (WSHC+B) welcomed two new attorneys to the growing law firm: Jessica Goodman and Philip Schuss. Goodman joins the firm’s Boca Raton office, while Schuss is based in its Miami office.

Goodman is part of WSHC+B’s Litigation Practice Division, focusing on complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts, including trade secret disputes and directors’ and officers’ liability. She also has experience prosecuting and defending governmental claims in the public sector.

Prior to joining WSHC+B, Goodman worked as a judicial intern for the Honorable William D. Matthewman in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. Goodman obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law.

In WSHC+B’s Miami office, Schuss focuses on real estate and business transactions, banking, and representation of financial institutions. Before joining the firm, he interned in the financial services sector and in a New York law firm’s real estate group. During his internships, he analyzed commercial agreements and conducted legal research of securities regulations.

Schuss earned his Juris Doctor from Brooklyn Law School.

“Jessica and Philip are talented attorneys who strengthen multiple practices at our firm,” said Firm Managing Director Mitch Burnstein. “We look forward to helping them grow as professionals and as leaders within the community.”

About Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman, P.L.:

Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman, P.L. is a prominent Florida law firm serving corporate, governmental and individual clients with an integrated array of professional services including commercial litigation, land-use and real estate law, construction law, telecommunications law, labor and employment law, government law and governmental relations. The firm has offices in Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, and Boca Raton. For more information, visit www.wsh-law.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss.

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Hosted by WSHC+B partner Marlon Hill, the series brings together lawyer from across North America, including Aarij Wasti (partner at Gowling WLG, Toronto), Juan Carlos Partida (partner at EC Rubio, Mexico City), and other WSHC+B attorneys who focus their practice on governmental affairs, sports and entertainment, immigration, intellectual property, business transactions, labor & employment, and real property.

The series breaks down the complex issues stakeholders face—from immigration and border protocols to sponsorship, licensing, and venue operations. Each episode delivers actionable guidance and real-world examples, equipping in-house counsel, sponsors, venue operators, government liaisons, and other professionals to navigate challenges and turn them into opportunities.Sideline Conversations: Road to ’26 is designed for anyone looking to stay informed on the cross-border legal and commercial trends shaping the FIFA World Cup 2026 experience.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel to catch each monthly episode and stay ahead of the conversation.

Watch the first episode here: https://youtu.be/LTELlMfUbsQ?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss

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Elizabeth Coppolecchia, Fabio Giallanza, and Chanae L. Wood have been named to the 2025 Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation guide.

Elizabeth was recognized for her work in construction, transactions, and litigation; Fabio for his focus on corporate and real estate matters; and Chanae for her work in real estate, zoning, land use, and government law.

This annual guide recognizes rising legal talent who, as Lawdragon describes, “provide a forecast of the fascinating future of global law practice.”

Honorees are selected through a combination of independent research and submissions, focusing on lawyers who have made a significant impact and consistently demonstrated excellence,  typically within 15 years of graduating from law school.

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