Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC’s partner, Mackenzie Monaco, recently moderated a panel at the ALFA International Retail & Hospitality Practice Group Seminar, held in Miami, Florida. The panel “The Sting of Strategy: Quick Legal Tips for Maximum Impact,” brought together legal professionals from across the country to explore practical strategies for navigating today’s complex corporate and carrier legal challenges.
Drawing inspiration from the classic film The Sting, the discussion focused on how in-house legal professionals can apply strategic thinking, foresight, and precision to their daily work. Much like the carefully executed plans portrayed in the film, the panel emphasized the importance of anticipating issues before they arise, staying one step ahead of risk, and making decisive legal moves that protect and advance organizational goals.
The session provided attendees with actionable insights on effective negotiation tactics, proactive risk management, and delivering legal solutions that create meaningful impact. Throughout the discussion, panelists highlighted the value of maintaining a long-term strategic mindset while responding nimbly to immediate challenges in the retail and hospitality sectors.
MCLC is proud to be actively engaged in legal conversations and to contribute thought leadership that supports innovation, strategy, and excellence in the legal profession and the industries we support.
About Mackenzie Monaco
Mackenzie Monaco maintains an active litigation practice representing a wide range of clients, from individuals and local businesses to national corporations, in state and federal courts throughout New York. Mackenzie delivers counseling, risk management, and tort defense services to the hospitality and retail, construction, insurance, and professional liability industries. She also maintains an active trusts and estates practice. She is Chair Emeritus/Marketing Chair of ALFAI’s Hospitality & Retail Practice Group, has been named to Best Lawyers in America, SuperLawyers, and maintains a 10.0 Superb attorney rating with AVVO. Mackenzie can be reached at mmonaco@mclclaw.com and (518) 675-7739.
About ALFA International
Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC is a member of ALFA International, a premier global legal network with more than 140 independent law firm members worldwide. Similar in size and experience, ALFAI member firms meet high standards to be part of the network and their attorneys are well respected by peers in both the legal and business community. ALFAI member attorneys establish broad, deep relationships with each other and are committed to providing cost-effective, high-quality legal services. As a result, membership in ALFAI enables MCLC to use its local experience to deliver highly effective legal solutions while drawing upon the collective wisdom and experience of a comprehensive worldwide network of accomplished trial and business counsel. More information on ALFAI is available at https://www.alfainternational.com/
About Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC
MCLC is a law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services and unparalleled value while building rewarding and lasting client relationships. Our team includes seasoned trial and transactional attorneys who are nationally recognized industry and legal authorities in a wide range of practices, supported by a remarkable professional support staff. For more information on our firm, visit mclclaw.com or contact our Chief Operating Officer, Stacy A. Smith at ssmith@mclclaw.com.
