Marlon and two other nominees were recognized at the 20th Annual Marcus Garvey Rootz Extravaganza. The award recognizes important members of the Jamaican community.

The event, timed to honor the 137th birthday of political activist Marcus Garvey, was attended by Jean Garvey, the widow of Marcus Garvey Jr.

The Rootz Foundation provides essential educational, cultural, recreational, health, and multimedia intervention services nationally and internationally to underserved individuals, especially minority students.

Marlon represents businesses, entrepreneurs, and local and international governments in corporate, intellectual property, and government matters. Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Marlon has served as a civic leader in a number of roles across South Florida, especially with African-American and Caribbean-American communities.

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In discussing the potential impact of these decertifications, Marlon expressed confidence that USCIS would likely avoid drastic measures, stating, “I don’t anticipate that there’s going to be any knee-jerk, wholesale termination of these centers. No one wins at that point.” Marlon added, “At the end of the day, it remains to be seen whether the USCIS will ultimately exercise its termination authority or reset the program in an election year.” 

Marlon Hill represents businesses, entrepreneurs, and local and international governments in corporate, intellectual property, and government matters. For international entrepreneurs and families, Marlon manages the filing of business and family immigration visa petitions for investor entrepreneurs, specialty occupation professionals, multi-national executive transferees, entertainers, artists, and media talent.

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Alison has mobilized support through WSHC+B, donating $5,000 to the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM). The donation was presented at the well-attended annual Independence church service hosted under the patronage of Consul General Oliver Mair in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. 

Marlon, for his part, partnered with organizations such as the American Friends of Jamaica and the Global Empowerment Mission to gather vital relief supplies, including first aid kits, tarps, and canned goods. “Whether it was only one parish or the entire island, our people need us to organize and mobilize funds and resources to help them recover, heal, and rebuild their lives and their livelihoods,” Marlon said.

Both Alison and Marlon grew up in Jamaica and maintain strong ties to the island. WSHC+B is proud to support Marlon and Alison’s efforts. Their dedication and hard work exemplify the spirit of our firm and our commitment to making a positive impact in the communities we serve and beyond.

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“We are thrilled to be selected by the DBR as a 2024 Florida Legal Awards finalist in the Innovators category. Our well-rounded RTWC2026 Focus Group is at the forefront of helping businesses and governments take advantage of the exciting opportunities offered by the 2026 FIFA World Cup games being hosted in South Florida,” says Marlon Hill, WSHC+B Partner and member of the RTWC2026 Focus Group.

Our RTWC2026 Focus Group, composed of Alan K. Fertel, Chad S. Friedman, Fabio Giallanza, Marlon A. Hill, Mitchell A. Bierman, and Nelson Slosbergas, will be at the forefront of the Firm’s efforts in assisting clients with their World Cup-related business activities. 

The firm’s RTWC2026 Focus Group will be honored at the DBR’s Florida Legal Awards event on April 4, 2024. 

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Marlon mentions that despite Black individuals constituting around 17% to 19% of Florida’s population, the representation within the local legal sector does not align with these demographics. He highlighted why this lack of reflection should concern the entire legal profession.

Marlon represents businesses, entrepreneurs, and local and international governments in corporate, intellectual property, business immigration, and government matters. 

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Our Road to the World Cup Focus Group – RTWC2026 Focus Group, composed of Alan K. Fertel, Chad S. Friedman, Fabio Giallanza, Marlon A. Hill, Mitchell A. Bierman, and Nelson Slosbergas, was recognized for its innovative approach to providing professional assistance to clients preparing for the 2026 World Cup.

The RTWC2026 Focus Group will be at the forefront of the Firm’s efforts in assisting clients with their World Cup-related business activities. With its multilingual and multicultural team, the RTWC2026 Focus Group is well versed in serving domestic as well as international businesses and organizations in French, Italian, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Spanish and Hebrew.

The firm’s RTWC2026 Focus Group will be honored at the DBR’s Florida Legal Awards event on April 4, 2024. 

To view the full list of honorees and finalists, click here.

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“There’s so many layers, small businesses and large businesses, that are going to be impacted, and every company should have their World Cup 2026 plan,” Marlon Hill said. “A Super Bowl is a multibillion-dollar impact. A World Cup is going to be a triple-billion-dollar economic impact for the cities that are hosting the World Cup. It’s Miami, but it’s really going to be a regional impact from Miami, Broward and the Palm Beaches.”

Marlon Hill is a lead attorney on the RTWC2026 Group, which is comprised of WSHC+B attorneys practicing in the areas of governmental affairs, sports and entertainment, immigration, intellectual property, business transactions, labor & employment, and real property.

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The World Cup will be held in 3 host countries: the United States, Mexico, and Canada from June 11 to July 19, 2026. As the largest FIFA World Cup with forty-eight (48) participating teams, the 2026 World Cup will draw millions of visitors and the support of numerous local and multinational sponsors.

Miami has been selected as one of 16 host cities in the United States and the Hard Rock stadium in Miami Gardens will be the venue for matches. Other locales in Miami-Dade County and around South Florida, including those surrounding major transportation hubs, universities, and other public venues, will benefit from the hosting of this international sporting event.

WSHC+B has a proven track record in assisting both public and private entities with the production and hosting of major sporting and cultural events in Miami and South Florida.  The focus group, named the Road to The World Cup – RTWC2026 Group, is composed of professionals practicing in the areas of governmental affairs, sports and entertainment, immigration, intellectual property, business transactions, labor & employment, and real property.

Attorneys at WSHC+B have represented event stakeholders and producers during various stages of event planning, promotion, and final production, including the challenges of balancing neighborhood quality of life and the economic impact of the events. WSHC+B attorneys have been involved with, in different capacities, major events such as Superbowls, NBA championships, Miss Universe, Formula 1 races, Art Basel Miami Beach, NASCAR, Miami Caribbean Carnival, international tennis tournaments, and the Miami International Boat Show, among others.

The RTWC2026 Group will be at the forefront of the Firm’s efforts in assisting clients with their World Cup-related business activities. With its multilingual and multicultural team, the RTWC2026 Group is well versed in serving domestic as well as international businesses and organizations in French, Italian, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Spanish and Hebrew.

Clients may leverage the expertise of the RTWC2026 Group to receive assistance in such matters as participating in: 

• Logistics, permitting, and public space use agreements for major public events;
• Government procurement procedures and compliance matters;
• Negotiating sponsorship or endorsement agreements;
• Developing immigration plans for the movement of talent and personnel;
• Drafting international commercial contracts and strategic guidance for the licensing or leasing of real property for special events. 

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AMCHAM Jamaica was established in May 1986 in Kingston with the goals of promoting Jamaican exports and trade opportunities, providing a forum for businesses to advocate public policies that will enhance the business climate between the US and Jamaica, and maintaining a climate of cordiality between the public and private sectors of both countries.

Marlon represents businesses, entrepreneurs, and local and international governments in corporate, intellectual property, business immigration, and government matters. Alison focuses her practice on labor & employment, municipal, appellate, and administrative and regulatory matters.

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The event celebrated the rich tradition of Black philanthropy in the community, and honored the legacy of Black giving and generosity that has existed for many years and in various forms.

Marlon advises business owners on all aspects of starting and structuring their businesses and not-for-profit organizations, from drafting contracts and agreements to securing intellectual property, especially across the tourism, hospitality, media and entertainment industries. He has served as a civic leader in a number of roles across South Florida, especially within the African-American and Caribbean-American communities.

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