As we ring in 2025, several significant changes to Texas law are set to take effect tomorrow. From simplified vehicle registration to enhanced data privacy protections, here’s what Texans can expect in the new year. Goodbye Annual Vehicle Inspections (HB 3297) Perhaps the most noticeable change for Texas drivers is the elimination of mandatory safety […]
EP271 Cross-Border Transactions PART 2 – With Federico Vasoli & Domenic Pini
In this follow-up PART 2 episode of the Lawyers and Mediators International show, host Mac Pierre-Louis discusses cross-border transactions and disputes with legal experts Federico Vasoli of DmtvGlobal.com and Domenic Pini of PiniFranco.com. See PART 1 below. This discussion focused on the challenges of cross-border transactions and investments, and the importance of finding trustworthy legal […]
EP270 Promoting Mediation Through Literary Works with Chijioke Ibeku
Chijioke Ibeku, a Nigerian lawyer and mediator, consultant, and property development manager, joined Mac Pierre-Louis to discuss his recent works on conflict resolution. In the interview, Chijioke explains that his goal with these books is to expose the different facets of mediation and provide readers with a better understanding of how mediation can be applied […]
EP269 Immigration Implications Post Election with Attorneys Chinwe Nwangwu & Shelle Simon
Attorneys Chinwe Nwangwu of DariaLawFirm.com and Shelle Simon of ShelleSimonLaw.com, and host Mac Pierre-Louis of MacPierreLouis.com discuss the potential changes to immigration policy under the incoming Trump administration. The main points include: Overall, the discussion highlighted the complexity of the immigration landscape and the challenges the incoming administration may face in implementing its campaign rhetoric […]
EP268 Cross-Border Transactions With Federico Vasoli PART 1
Cross-Border Transactions: The Complexities Businesses Face In this episode, attorney Mac Pierre-Louis interviews Federico Vasoli, a member of the Committee of International Jurists, about the challenges of cross-border transactions and disputes. Key Takeaways: The key message is that cross-border transactions require careful planning and legal expertise to navigate the many potential pitfalls. Businesses should consult […]
EP267 Global Conflict Update from Ukraine to Syria, with Attorney Andy Semotiuk
The video discusses the current global conflicts, focusing on the situations in Ukraine/Russia and Syria. Some of the main points include: The discussion highlights the complexity of these global conflicts, with many different actors and interests at play. The experts express hope for progress towards peace, but also caution about the potential for further instability […]
EP266 POST-ELECTION SLEEP LOSS & RELATIONSHIP CONFLICTS – WITH ANDREW COLSKY, JD, LPC
ANDREW COLSKY, JD, LPC, an attorney, mediator, and author, who is also a licensed therapist and sleep expert, returned to the podcast to discuss sleeplessness among Americans due to the 2024 presidential election. The questions posed to him stem from a recent Time Magazine article that referenced “25% of adults have already lost sleep over […]
EP265 Post-Election Analysis on Global Conflicts with Attorney Andy Semotiuk
EDITOR’S NOTE: This podcast episode was recorded on November 15, 2024, just prior to the U.S. policy change on permitting longer-range US-made missiles to be fired into Russian territory. Attorney Andy Semotiuk of the Pace Law Firm, and contributing author for Forbes, discussed the current situation of the war between Russia and Ukraine and the wars involving Israel, in the aftermath […]
EP264 What is International Jurists – With Federico Vasoli and Domenic Pini
International Jurists Connects Lawyers Across the Globe for the Benefit of their Clients. Federico Vasoli of Dmtvglobal.com and Domenic Pini of PiniFranco.com joined Mac Pierre-Louis to discuss its work. In today’s increasingly interconnected world, the ability to collaborate with legal professionals across borders is more important than ever. That’s where organizations like International Jurists come […]
EP263 America in Therapy 2 – Post Election Discussion with Phyllis Leavitt
The discussion centered around the themes explored in psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt’s book, “America in Therapy,” and the application of psychological principles to address the polarization and divisiveness in American society. The main topics covered were: The Polarization and Divisiveness in American Society: The discussion highlighted the deep divisions and lack of understanding between different groups in […]










