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Jonathan Awner serves as Co-Chair of Akerman’s Corporate Practice Group. Ranked by Best Lawyers in America , Chambers USA , and The Legal 500 as a preeminent corporate lawyer, Jonathan Awner advises clients in automotive retail, aviation, distribution, hospitality, logistics, manufacturing, services, technology, waste management and other industries. Described by a client quoted in Chambers USA as a “top-notch” lawyer who is “smart, hard-working and practical,” J...

Deanna S. Shifrin Born Miami, Florida, September 7, 1960; admitted to bar, 1986, Florida. Education University of Florida (B.A., 1982); University of Miami (J.D., 1986) Memberships and Recognitions AV rated American Bar Association American Bar Association; Dade County Bar Association The Florida Bar (Family Law Section) First Family Law American Inn of Court ; Former President. Rated among South Florida's top lawyers in Family Law in all Annual Editions of the South Florida Legal Guide since...

Ranked by Chambers USA , which lauds his reputation as a corporate lawyer “who serves his clients very well,” William Arnhols has more than three decades of experience navigating public and private debt transactions. He has negotiated complex billion dollar transactions, and frequently acts as borrower’s counsel for revolving credit and term loan facilities utilizing a variety of structures and in a broad range of industries.

Carlos R. Lago is a member of the Land Use & Land Development Practice of the firm’s Miami office. He focuses his practice on land use, zoning, and governmental affairs representing clients in numerous multi-million dollar transactions throughout South Florida. Carlos represents real estate and hotel development clients that include The Related Group; Terra; OKO Group; Aries Development; Aria Development; BMG Group; CMC Group; East End Capital Partners; Greystone & Co; Avra Jain...

L orenzo Lorenzo, Jr. is a Senior Attorney at Barakat + Bossa in Coral Gables, Florida. With nearly 15 years of experience, he represents businesses, financial institutions, investors, property owners, and professionals in complex civil and commercial litigation matters. His practice focuses on developing practical legal strategies for disputes involving significant financial, operational, and business considerations, from pre-suit evaluation and negotiation through trial. Lorenzo’s com...

Heather Cooper is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. Heather practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Heather Cooper 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 Heather Cooper is held by other lawyers.

Ralf R. Rodriguez is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. Ralf R. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Ralf R. Rodriguez since 2018. 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 Ralf R. Rodriguez is held by other lawyers.

Salomón B. Esquenazi is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Salomón B. practices law in Coral Gables, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Salomón B. Esquenazi since 2021. 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 Salomón B. Esquenazi is held by other lawyers.

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...

Mark F. Raymond is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Banking and Finance, Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions, Litigation - Real Estate, Litigation - Securities and Public Finance Law. Mark F. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Mark F. Raymond since 2007. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice a...