Legal Leader Urges Professionals Worldwide to Build with Structure, Not Speed

MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / September 9, 2025 / In a newly released interview feature, renowned corporate attorney and governance advocate Roland Sanchez-Medina is using his platform to push for one critical message: if we want businesses-and communities-to thrive, we must start with stronger structures.

Sanchez-Medina, a founding partner at SMGQ Law and current President of The Florida Bar, shares his concern that too many companies are skipping foundational steps in favour of fast growth.

"Everyone wants to scale," he says. "But structure is what keeps success from collapsing. I've seen great ideas fail because no one thought through the framework."

Poor Governance Is a Hidden Risk in Global Business

A 2023 McKinsey report found that over 60% of start-ups and small firms have unclear internal governance policies-leaving them exposed to legal, financial, and ethical risks. Similarly, in the UK, the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has issued renewed guidance on corporate governance for private companies, pointing out that structure and transparency are "no longer optional, even for high-growth firms."

Sanchez-Medina sees this first-hand. His practice in Florida focuses on corporate law, M&A, board governance, real estate finance, and tax strategy-especially for firms navigating complex domestic or cross-border deals.

"If your business isn't prepared legally, financially, and operationally, a good opportunity can become a liability," he warns.

Advocating for Thoughtful Business Leadership

Drawing from his roles as chair of audit committees for the City of Coral Gables and Miami-Dade Public Schools, as well as president of the Cuban American Bar Association, Sanchez-Medina says that governance isn't just a business issue-it's a community one.

"Governance is how we build trust-within companies and in public service," he said. "People deserve to know there are checks, balance, and integrity in decision-making."

In the interview, he encourages professionals in any sector-not just law or finance-to rethink their leadership practices:

• Are roles and responsibilities clearly defined?

• Is risk management part of everyday thinking?

• Are boards engaged and accountable?

• Is knowledge being passed down to the next generation?

"We don't need more shortcuts," he adds. "We need smarter systems."

What People Can Do Right Now

Sanchez-Medina urges individuals-not just institutions-to take initiative:

• Review your company's policies and internal structure. If you're a founder, ask if your board is actually helping you grow.

• Mentor or be mentored. "You can't build strong systems without shared knowledge," he says.

• Join a local civic or advisory group. Whether it's a school board, chamber of commerce, or nonprofit audit committee, participation builds real-world leadership skills.

He also believes that awareness matters just as much as action. "When people understand the value of governance, they make better choices. It's not about red tape-it's about building something that lasts."

To read the full interview, visit the website here.

About Roland Sanchez-Medina

Roland Sanchez-Medina is a founding partner at SMGQ Law, with expertise in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, board governance, and international tax strategy. He currently serves as President of The Florida Bar, is a former partner at McDermott Will & Emery, and has held leadership roles with the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Cuban American Bar Association, and the Orange Bowl Committee.

Contact:

info@rolandsanchezmedinajrlaw.com

SOURCE: Roland Sanchez-Medina