Paul J. Keenan, Jr.

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 ...

Paul F. Penichet is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Paul F., who practices law in Miami, Florida, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paul F. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jennifer E. Okcular , is a shareholder in the law firm of Nelson & Nelson, P.A. in North Miami Beach, Florida, practices primarily in the areas of tax, estate planning, asset protection planning and probate administration. Jennifer is Board Certified by the Florida Bar in Wills, Trusts and Estates and currently serves as a member of the Board Certification Committee of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar and as an Associate Trusts and Estates Article Editor...

Himanshu Patel brings significant experience and legal insight to Zarco Einhorn Salkowski, P.A., located in Miami, Florida. Born in Chicago, Illinois, he graduated from Vanderbilt University with a B.A. in Economics in December 1994 and obtained his J.D. from the University of Louisville School of Law in May 1998. During his time in law school, Himanshu worked with various law firms in Louisville, Kentucky, where he developed his skills in corporate, tax, and probate law. His involvement in t...

David A. Barkus focuses his practice on mergers and acquisitions and private equity. David's industry experience includes aviation and aerospace, computer software and information technology, construction, consumer products, education, energy, food and beverage, franchising, gaming, health care, and restaurants.

Geiza Vargas-Vargas is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law. Geiza, who practices law in Miami, Florida, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Geiza is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Dennis A. Kerbel is chair of Akerman’s Florida Land Use and Entitlements Practice. Dennis has extensive experience in the full range of local government law issues, with a particular legal concentration in land use law. He focuses his practice on helping clients achieve optimal results from governmental approval processes and, where appropriate, litigation. Dennis has experience in federal and state courts at both the trial and appellate levels. He handles a broad variety of cases, incl...

Jared E. Dwyer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Jared E., who practices law in Miami, Florida, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jared E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Samuel Randall is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Antitrust. Samuel, who practices law in Miami, Florida, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Samuel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Kimberly A. Prior is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Financial Services Regulation Law. Kimberly A., who practices law in Miami, Florida, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kimberly A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.