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With experience defending over 250 class action cases in state and federal courts throughout the United States, Marcy Levine Aldrich is chair of Akerman’s Class Action Defense Litigation Practice. Noted by Chambers USA for her “strong reputation,” Marcy litigates complex disputes, including class action litigation and complex insurance litigation with a focus on serving national and regional insurers in connection with auto insurance, property casualty and other insurance is...

Gus Maxwell, chair of Akerman’s cutting edge Cuba practice, helps Fortune 500 and other U.S. companies develop viable business interests on the island. A Cuban-American, clients appreciate his first-hand knowledge and understanding of Cuba’s culture, government, and business climate. Ranked by both Chambers Latin America and Chambers Global , where he is described by clients as “extremely knowledgeable, well connected and responsive.” He is the only U.S. lawyer ranked ...

Drew M. Altman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Securities / Capital Markets Law. Drew M. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Drew M. Altman 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 Drew M. Altman is held by other lawyers.

Andrew Yaffa is an aggressive and committed attorney who concentrates his efforts on personal injury, wrongful death, products liability, and medical malpractice litigation. His passion for his clients extends far beyond the realm of the cases he tries—he takes each case personally and ensures that his clients are provided for in every way possible. ProfileAssociationsNews & MediaBioAndrew Yaffa is an aggressive and committed attorney who concentrates his efforts on personal injury,...

Victor Recondo is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Victor practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Victor Recondo 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 Victor Recondo is held by other lawyers.

Emilio J. Alvarez-Farré is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Banking and Finance Law, Corporate Law, International Mergers and Acquisitions and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Emilio J. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Emilio J. Alvarez-Farré since 2006. 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 Emil...

Aaron S. Podhurst is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Aaron S. practices law in Coral Gables, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Aaron S. Podhurst since 1983. 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 Aaron S. Podhurst is held by...

David Birke serves as co-chair of Akerman’s M&A and Private Equity Practice Group. David’s practice focuses on representing private equity funds, family offices and their portfolio companies in complex acquisitions, divestitures, recapitalizations, restructurings, growth capital investments, and debt and equity financings. David’s wide ranging practice also encompasses representing other private and public companies with corporate governance, joint ventures, executive co...

Rebecca Leon is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law, International Mergers and Acquisitions, International Trade and Finance Law and Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law. Rebecca practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Rebecca Leon since 2023. 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 Rebecca Leon ...

Robert Zarco Founder and Managing Partner, Zarco Einhorn Salkowski, P.A. Robert Zarco is the Founder and Managing Partner of Zarco Einhorn Salkowski, P.A. , a Miami, Florida-based law firm representing franchisees, business owners, and associations in complex disputes and litigation across the United States and internationally. For nearly four decades, Mr. Zarco, a distinguished trial lawyer, has focused his practice on Franchise Law and Commercial Litigation , advising and representing clien...