Gerald J. Biondo

Deborah Chames is a seasoned family law attorney who represents clients in all aspects of family law, including divorce, post judgment proceedings, enforcement proceedings, paternity actions, preparation of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and mediation. Prior to joining Kluger Kaplan, she was a partner at Heller & Chames, P.A. since its founding in 1989. She has been appointed by a number of Dade County Circuit Judges as Guardian-Ad-Litem in matrimonial matters involving children&r...

Neisen Kasdin serves as managing partner of Akerman's Miami office. A former mayor of Miami Beach and leader in the revitalization of South Beach, he brings extensive civic experience to his work on urban revitalization and the development of complex, large-scale, multi-use projects. Respected as a leader in urban development, he serves as vice chair of the board of directors for the Miami Downtown Development Authority and was responsible for leading the creation of Miami’s Downtown Ma...

Norman J. Benford counsels high-net-worth individuals and families in connection with estate planning and other complex tax issues, as well as business succession and other non-tax family matters. Norm also counsels individuals and institutions serving as fiduciaries of estates, trusts and guardianships in connection with administrative matters and disputes with the Internal Revenue Service.

Gustavo J. Membiela is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Arbitration, Commercial Litigation, International Arbitration - Commercial and Litigation - Real Estate. Gustavo J. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Gustavo J. Membiela since 2017. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Gustavo J. Membiela...

Missel Fernandez is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Missel practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Missel Fernandez since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Missel Fernandez is held by other lawyers.

Kaari-Lynn S. Gagnon is a partner with Zarco Einhorn Salkowski, P.A. based in Miami, Florida. She focuses her practice on franchise law , corporate law , and intellectual property matters throughout the United States. Ms. Gagnon works with franchisors and businesses on a range of franchise-related matters, including the preparation and updating of franchise disclosure documents, state franchise registrations, and regulatory compliance. She also assists clients with commercial transactions, su...

Henry R. Roque is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Henry R. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Henry R. Roque since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Henry R. Roque is held by other lawyers.

David Freedman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Construction and Litigation - Real Estate. David practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized David Freedman since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which David Freedman is held by other lawyers.

Shareholder, Registered Patent Attorney Nationally recognized as one of Florida’s go-to intellectual property litigation specialists, Robert Thornburg has developed a reputation over the last 15 years in bet-your-business patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret and technology focused litigations on behalf of both international and Florida based businesses. Registered to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office, Robert is a Miami Patent Attorney who has filed so...

Brett J. Moritz is a Partner in the Miami, Florida office of Peckar & Abramson PC . He is board certified by The Florida Bar in Construction Law and concentrates his practice on construction-related transactional matters and litigation . Brett represents developers, contractors, and other construction industry participants in a wide range of commercial and construction disputes. Throughout all phases of construction projects, Brett advises clients on drafting and negotiating construction ...