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Jones Foster , a commercial and private client law firm , was recognized by the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches with a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate its 100th Anniversary as a Palm Beach County-based business . Jones Foster Chairman Scott G . Hawkins , Vice Chair Theodore S . Kypreos , and board member Steven J . Rothman joined Chamber President and CEO Donald Burgess in cutting the ribbon to officially mark the firm ’ s Centennial milestone . Jones Foster senior attorneys and shareholders were also present for the event as well as members of the Chamber ’ s staff . In addition , Mr . Burgess presented Jones Foster with a legacy member award and emphasized the firm ’ s longstanding relationship with the Chamber over the past 64 years . Upon accepting the honor on behalf of the firm , Chairman Scott Hawkins noted that Jones Foster ’ s deep ties with the Chamber are a result of the attorneys ’ various leadership roles over the years , including Peter A . Sachs , who served as chair of the board of directors ; Theo Kypreos , who was a longtime member of the board of trustees as well as a board member ; and Joanne M . O ’ Connor , who served on the board of directors . Mark H . Dahlmeier is a current member of the board of trustees . Several Jones Foster attorneys are graduates of the Chamber ’ s Leadership West Palm Beach program , including Theo Kypreos ( 2006 ), William G . Smith ( 2016 ), and John J . Campo ( 2023 ). Alexander L . Brams is currently a member of the 2024 Leadership Class . The fivemonth program is designed to cultivate leadership potential among local business professionals through an understanding of the city ' s inner workings , including government , health and human services , education , economic development , arts , culture and festivals , neighborhoods , and the water catchment area . For more information , please visit jonesfoster . com .
Stephens & Stevens , PLLC , a law firm specializing exclusively in marital and family law , proudly announces the addition of a talented associate to their distinguished team : Ashley Ackerman , Esquire . Ashley Ackerman brings over a decade of legal experience to Stephens & Stevens , focusing on domestic violence advocacy and family law . Ackerman ' s extensive background includes serving as an Assistant State Attorney for the 15th Judicial Circuit , where she brought over sixty cases to jury trials and demonstrated her commitment to justice . Her dedication to the community extends beyond the courtroom , as she volunteers with organizations such as Little Smiles and EmpowerHER , mentoring and supporting young women . Ackerman ' s passion for empowering others and her relentless pursuit of justice align with the values upheld by Stephens & Stevens . Stephens & Stevens , named 2024 Best Law Firms ® by Best Lawyers ®, operates from their offices in West Palm Beach , serving clients throughout the Palm Beaches . The award-winning family law attorneys focus their practice on all marital and family law areas . Their boutique firm brings a strategic approach and compassionate perspective to work toward the best possible resolution for their clients in complex , life-changing situations . For more information , call ( 561 ) 430-4350 , email info @ ss-familylaw . com or visit www . ss-familylaw . com .
The nearly 40-year-old West Palm
Beach-based law firm , Ward Damon , continues to expand as it further strengthens its real estate and business law practice with the addition of partner , A . Max Zaretsky , a seasoned attorney and Palm Beach County native , and associate , Marissa Shulman , who previously practiced in New Jersey . A . Max Zaretsky is a real estate attorney with a strong background in business and finance that provides clients with an integrated approach to the most dynamic legal needs . Zaretsky started his professional career after graduating from Columbia University , when he cofounded Zemaso Management Company , a private investment fund for investment properties throughout South Florida . Marissa Shulman concentrates her practice in the areas of real estate and business law . She has experience in the purchase , sale , leasing and financing of commercial businesses and real estate ( including quick-service franchise restaurants , hotels , liquor stores , and dental practices ), liquor license approvals , and corporate formations and governance . With a dream of becoming an attorney from a young age , Shulman earned her J . D . from University of Miami School of Law , and her B . A . from Rutgers University . Learn more about Shulman and her practice here .
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