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James J. Diamond is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation - Real Estate. James J. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized James J. Diamond 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 James J. Diamond is held by other lawyers.

Frederic (Fred) L. Levenson is the co-head of the Firm’s Private Equity Practice Group. He provides legal counsel to clients on a broad range of corporate counseling and sophisticated domestic and international transactions. He focuses primarily on private equity (leveraged buyouts), domestic and international mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, venture capital investments and financings, private and public offerings of equity and debt securities, restructurings, joint ventures, str...

Jon A. Sale is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Administrative / Regulatory Law, Criminal Defense: General Practice and Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Jon A. practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Jon A. Sale since 1993. 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 Jon A. Sale is held by other lawyers.

Christopher Cavallo is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Christopher practices law in Miami, Florida Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher Cavallo 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 Christopher Cavallo is held by other lawyers.

David advises public and private companies on mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance transactions in a variety of industries. “David is very commercial and has always represented his clients strongly.” — Chambers USA David focuses on advising public and private companies on mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance transactions. Learn more about their practice.

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 ...

Eduardo Leal is a corporate partner in the Miami office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. His practice focuses on complex corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions and private equity investments.

Brandon G. Waas is a partner in the firm’s Miami office who primarily practices personal injury litigation and first party property/coverage litigation, while co-managing a group of approximately 30 attorneys. In addition, Mr. Waas also practices in the areas of general civil litigation, legal malpractice, real estate malpractice, bad faith/extra-contractual liability, hospitality industry defense, and commercial and residential property damage claims. Born and raised in Miami, Florida,...

Dan Faust represents clients in large scale, complex real estate development projects and commercial acquisitions throughout the United States. From representing buyers, owners, borrowers, and builders in all aspects of transforming a neighborhood, to multi-phase projects and programmatic acquisition, financing, and development platforms, clients value Dan’s ability to lead sophisticated engagements. He has been recognized by leading industry publications, such as The Best Lawyers in Am...

With a practice focused on the laws governing alcoholic beverages, tobacco, cannabis, and other regulated products, Ian Bacheikov assists clients across multiple sectors, including entertainment, hospitality, and retail. He represents clients in matters including alcohol beverage licensing and permitting, regulatory compliance analysis and consulting, administrative enforcement actions, alcohol and cannabis related land use and zoning, local government lobbying relating to alcohol beverage an...