The Hathaway & Kunz Podcast

Hathaway & Kunz
The Hathaway & Kunz Podcast

Hear from partners and associates at the law firm of Hathaway & Kunz on a wide range of topics, covering Wyoming and the legal landscape at large. 

  1. JUN 18

    Business Entity Filings

    Positioned as one of the top two places in the nation to file a business entity, Wyoming’s definitely doing something right. Today, firm partner Matt Kaufman welcomes associate Brent Rhodes and special guest Colin Crossman, Business Division Director for the Wyoming Secretary of State, to explain why—as well as discuss the pros and pitfalls of anonymous LLC filings, potential implications of the Corporate Transparency Act, and what to do if your entity is “administratively dissolved.” For more on our team’s specialized areas of expertise, click here.

    30 min

  2. MAY 4

    Digital Asset Law and Regulation - Part 2

    With their respective roles on Wyoming’s Select Committee on Blockchain, Financial Technology and Digital Innovation (Matt) and the Wyoming Stable Token Commission (Flavia), today’s hosts offer an unmatched level of insight into Wyoming’s exciting—and evolving—landscape of digital asset law and regulation. Continuing the conversation from part 1, Matt and Flavia bring the topic of digital assets closer to home, highlighting Wyoming’s pivotal role in this dynamic space both today and well into the future.  For more on our team’s expertise with digital assets, including blockchain and token offerings, click here.

    15 min

  3. APR 10

    “Stay the Course”: Celebrating 50 Years of Practicing Law in Wyoming

    2025 marks our firm’s 50th year of serving Wyoming—and we’re looking toward the next 50 with the same optimism, excitement and determination that brought us here today.  From the pivotal early decisions that changed the very ethos of how we practice law, to the lore of founding partner Stan Hathaway’s infamous office chairs, firm partners Lucas Buckley, Matt Kaufman and Marianne Shanor share some of their favorite stories from the past 50 years… and reflect on what’s to come.

    35 min

  4. MAR 21

    Digital Asset Law and Regulation: Part 1

    “Trailblazer.” “Leader.” Just two of the words to describe Wyoming’s powerful role—and current position within—the digital asset space.  From Wyoming’s plans to issue a fiat-backed stable token, to the ways our State continues to encourage, enable, and authorize digital asset companies to operate here, this is an important conversation you won’t want to miss.  For more on our team’s expertise with digital assets, digital asset regulations, and policy, click here.

    34 min

  5. 12/30/2024

    Intellectual Property and Trademark Law: Part 2

    Matt Kaufman and Lee Dickinson are back to continue the conversation around intellectual property and trademark law (listen in to part one here), highlighting:  Telltale signs of a scam trademark letter, and what can happen if you respondWhich type of “cease and desist” letter warrants a response, and why Common examples of “failure to function” in trademarksWhen, and how, a decoration or pattern becomes patentable Where start-ups should prioritize their trademark-related focus, and why What a registration actually grants you For more information on our work with intellectual property, click here.

    32 min

  6. 09/10/2024

    Appeals and Wyoming Supreme Court Precedent

    If you have an appeal coming up in the Wyoming Supreme Court, this episode is a must-listen. Straight from Hathaway & Kunz partner Tyler Garrett—one of our team’s most seasoned appellate attorneys—you’ll learn:  The unique challenges (and opportunities) presented by Wyoming’s relatively smaller judiciaryWhy a “black and white” outcome isn’t always possible in relation to state supreme court precedentWhat it’s like to present an appeal to the Wyoming Supreme CourtTyler’s thoughts on “the real worth of lawyers” and our obligation around controlling precedents For more information on our work with appeals, click here.

    22 min

  7. 08/27/2024

    Insight on the Industrial Siting Process in Wyoming

    Fresh out of an incredibly large industrial siting project, Hathway & Kunz partners Sean Larson and Marianne Shanor join fellow partner Matt Kaufman to share their insights on the process—which is truly one of a kind.  Listen in to find out:  What to expect when going through the industrial siting process in WyomingThe impact of planning ahead and building relationships early onThe most unique element Hathaway & Kunz brings to our clients in this realmSean and Marianne’s advice for a successful industrial siting processFor more information on our work with industrial siting, click here.

    22 min

  8. 06/05/2024

    Intellectual Property and Trademark Law 101

    When it comes to protecting your brand identity, original creations, artistic work and design… where’s the best place to start? Is it really as simple as adding in a ™ symbol? The answers might surprise you.  In today’s episode on intellectual property and trademark law, Lee Dickinson and Matt Kaufman walk you through:  Where to start when trademarking your brandThe difference between “weak marks” and “strong marks” Important questions to consider before incorporating an area code (like 307) into your brandWhat makes for the strongest brand distinctionsBenefits and value of federal-level vs. state-level trademark registration The difference between a ™ and ® symbol, and what using them actually does Best practices for protecting your website content For more information on our work with intellectual property law, click here.

    26 min
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Hear from partners and associates at the law firm of Hathaway & Kunz on a wide range of topics, covering Wyoming and the legal landscape at large. 

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    Hathaway & Kunz
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    20
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    Clean
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