Joanne B. Erde

Andrea Hartley is the chair of Akerman’s Bankruptcy & Reorganization Practice Group, a nationally recognized team serving as bankruptcy counsel or receivers in many of the largest bankruptcy filings in the United States. An experienced bankruptcy and creditors’ rights litigator, Andrea counsels clients in the financial services, real estate, hospitality, restaurant, and retail sectors on business reorganizations and liquidations, assumption and rejection of leases, workouts, d...

Jorge L. Navarro is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. Jorge L. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Jorge L. Navarro 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 Jorge L. Navarro is held by other lawyers.

Dorothy of Easley Appellate Practice PLLC focuses her work on Appellate Practice nationally, from her office in Miami, Florida. She is the published author of Successful Federal Appeals in All Circuit Courts: A Practical Guide for Busy Lawyers , a practical resource addressing federal appellate procedure and appeal strategies. She has advanced hundreds of appeals. Her work reflects a long-standing interest in legal writing, careful analysis of the record, and clear presentation of complex leg...

Marissa A. Neufeld is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Land Use and Zoning Law. Marissa A. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Marissa A. Neufeld 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 Marissa A. Neufeld is held by other lawyers.

A skilled litigator with over 25 years of trial experience, Courtney B. Wilson has tried employment cases before judges, juries and arbitrators throughout Florida, appearing in all state and federal trial courts and in administrative proceedings. In addition, he has handled multiple cases in the United States Supreme Court, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and state appellate courts throughout Florida. Courtney’s expertise includes: Prosecuting and defending non-compete, unfair co...

Jeffrey Bercow is a founding force behind one of South Florida’s most influential land use and zoning law firms and a central figure in shaping the modern development landscape of Miami-Dade County. With more than 40 years of experience, his work has helped define how and where the region grows—guiding transformative projects, public policy, and the legal frameworks that underpin them. As co-founder of the firm in 1996, Jeff built a practice that has become synonymous with complex...

Adolfo E. Jimenez practices in litigation with emphasis in international disputes. He is the practice group leader for Holland & Knight's South Florida Litigation Group and the team leader for the firm's International Arbitration and Litigation Team. He also practices in the areas of media law, maritime and transportation with extensive litigation and trial experience. In addition to his civil litigation practice, Mr. Jimenez has represented clients in arbitrations administered by the Int...

Allison G. O'Garrow is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Allison G. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Allison G. O'Garrow 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 Allison G. O'Garrow is held by other lawyers.

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...

Pedro Gassant is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Land Use and Zoning Law. Pedro practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Pedro Gassant 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 Pedro Gassant is held by other lawyers.