Caroline G. Saiz – Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman https://www.wsh-law.com At the Crossroads of Business, Government & the Law Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:17:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 WSHC+B Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/wshcb-attorneys-selected-for-inclusion-in-the-best-lawyers-in-america-2/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:17:13 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=13400 Congratulations to all our attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for inclusion in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.  Forty-five attorneys were recognized in Best Lawyers, and thirteen were recognized as Ones to Watch across twenty-five distinct practice areas. One of our attorneys received “Lawyer of the Year” honors. Fort […]

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]]> Congratulations to all our attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for inclusion in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. 

Forty-five attorneys were recognized in Best Lawyers, and thirteen were recognized as Ones to Watch across twenty-five distinct practice areas.

One of our attorneys received “Lawyer of the Year” honors. Fort Lauderdale Office Managing Partner Jamie A. Cole was recognized for his work in Government Relations Practice.

Best Lawyers has employed the same transparent methodology for more than 40 years, based entirely on peer review. 

The following includes all Firm attorneys named and areas in which they are recognized:

Miami, FL

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Boca Raton, FL

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]]> Five WSHC+B Partners Recognized in 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers Guide https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/five-wshcb-partners-recognized-in-2026-lawdragon-500-leading-corporate-employment-lawyers-guide/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Tue, 23 Sep 2025 15:41:15 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=12443 WSHC+B is honored to announce the inclusion of five of our partners in the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers Guide. Milton R. Collins (Labor & Employment, Employee Benefits) Michael Kantor (Labor & Employment Litigation) Caroline G. Saiz (Labor & Employment, Government Agencies) Brett J. Schneider (Labor & Employment, Litigation, Collective Bargaining) Alison F. […]

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]]> WSHC+B is honored to announce the inclusion of five of our partners in the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers Guide.

According to Lawdragon, this annual guide recognizes “the nation’s best advisors on the world of employment and labor law – from employee benefits and executive compensation; to traditional labor matters; immigration; and, of course, all matter of litigation and arbitration – from wage and hour class actions, to discrimination, trade secrets and non-compete agreements.”

Honorees are selected through a proprietary process, combining journalistic research and vetting, as well as submissions from peers, competitors and firms. This is the 19th edition of the guide to the nation’s best advisors on the world of employment and labor law – from employee benefits and executive compensation; to traditional labor matters; immigration; and, of course, all matter of litigation and arbitration – from wage and hour class actions, to discrimination, trade secrets and non-compete agreements.

View the full guide here.

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]]> WSHC+B Names Several New Partners https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/wshcb-names-several-new-partners/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Wed, 22 Jan 2025 14:59:19 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=11630 Miami and Fort Lauderdale, FL – Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman (WSHC+B) elevated attorneys Roger Pou, Caroline Saiz and Chanae Wood to Partner. Pou and Saiz are based in the law firm’s Miami office, while Wood is based in its Fort Lauderdale office. Pou is a member of WSHC+B’s Government practice and represents municipalities […]

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]]> Miami and Fort Lauderdale, FL – Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman (WSHC+B) elevated attorneys Roger Pou, Caroline Saiz and Chanae Wood to Partner. Pou and Saiz are based in the law firm’s Miami office, while Wood is based in its Fort Lauderdale office.

Pou is a member of WSHC+B’s Government practice and represents municipalities on a broad range of matters, including drafting contracts and legislation. He was instrumental in the creation of the firm’s Disaster Recovery practice, in which WSHC+B provides legal guidance to ensure that governments and eligible nonprofit entities have FEMA-compliant disaster response contracts before being stricken by a severe weather event or natural disaster.

A graduate of the Florida International University College of Law, Pou is very involved with the Cuban American Bar Association (CABA) and completed its Leadership, Education, and Development (L.E.A.D.) program in 2024.

Saiz is part of the firm’s Labor & Employment practice, representing management of municipal government agencies. Her previous experience includes a decade of serving as staff counsel at Florida’s largest police union, counseling employees in all aspects of arbitration hearings, disciplinary appeals, collective bargaining grievances and administrative investigations. Saiz also has experience in dependency law.

A graduate of the University of Miami School of Law, Saiz was inducted into the Society of Bar and Gavel and founded the Student Animal Legal Defense Fund organization.

Wood, specializing in land use, zoning, and general government matters, represents developers and governmental entities, guiding them through complex legal landscapes to achieve their goals. She has extensive experience advising municipal clients on public records compliance, sunshine law, ethics, comprehensive planning, procurement, utilities, administrative, and constitutional law. Additionally, she works closely with private property owners and developers to navigate the intricacies of the development review process, including securing approvals for affordable housing developments.

A frequent speaker on land use and affordable housing, Wood is passionate about addressing housing challenges and helping her clients bring transformative projects to life. She is widely recognized for her strategic insights and unwavering commitment to supporting developers and entrepreneurs as they shape thriving communities. In addition to her legal practice, Wood is a strong advocate for wellness in the professional space, emphasizing the importance of fostering a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle, and inspiring those around her to prioritize holistic well-being.

A graduate of St. Thomas University School of Law, Wood’s professional and community involvement includes her current role as the 2026 President-Elect of the Women’s Chamber of Commerce of Miami-Dade County.

“These three attorneys stand out as talented practitioners and emerging leaders in the legal industry and community,” Firm Managing Director Mitch Burnstein said. “We congratulate Roger, Caroline and Chanae on their well-deserved promotions to Partner and will enthusiastically support them in this new role.”

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]]> WSHC+B Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America 2025 https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/wshcb-attorneys-selected-for-inclusion-in-the-best-lawyers-in-america-2025/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Thu, 15 Aug 2024 15:21:06 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=11292 Congratulations to all our attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©.  Of the 47 lawyers recognized, 12 of the firm’s attorneys were recognized for the very first time and 14 attorneys were recognized as Ones to Watch.  Best Lawyers has employed the […]

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]]> Congratulations to all our attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. 

Of the 47 lawyers recognized, 12 of the firm’s attorneys were recognized for the very first time and 14 attorneys were recognized as Ones to Watch. 

Best Lawyers has employed the same transparent methodology for more than 35 years, based entirely on peer review. 

The following includes all Firm attorneys named and areas in which they are recognized:

Miami

Fort Lauderdale

Boca Raton

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]]> WSHC+B Attorneys Selected For Inclusion In The Best Lawyers In America 2024 https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/wshcb-attorneys-selected-for-inclusion-in-the-best-lawyers-in-america-2024/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Thu, 17 Aug 2023 19:02:12 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=10645 Congratulations to all our attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for inclusion in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©.  Of the 41 lawyers recognized, 12 of the firm’s attorneys were recognized for the very first time and 12 attorneys were recognized as Ones to Watch.  Best Lawyers has employed the […]

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]]> Congratulations to all our attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for inclusion in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. 

Of the 41 lawyers recognized, 12 of the firm’s attorneys were recognized for the very first time and 12 attorneys were recognized as Ones to Watch. 

Best Lawyers has employed the same transparent methodology for more than 35 years, based entirely on peer review. 

The following includes all Firm attorneys named and areas in which they are recognized:

Miami

Fort Lauderdale

Boca Raton

Tampa, FL

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