Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use

Brian Bilzin, a founding partner, handles all aspects of real estate transactions, including financing and leasing.

Stanley Price's vast experience includes handling zoning and land use matters concerning transport, residential and retail development projects.

"Stanley is a good lawyer with an excellent reputation."

Albert Dotson, the firm's managing partner, is particularly active in the area of transit development projects, which includes advising clients on permit matters. He also acts for clients in the residential sector and nonprofit organizations.

"Albert is a leader in the South Florida law community and is very respected by all of his peers."

"Albert is someone who in the land use world people look up to."

John Sumberg is the chairman of the firm and advises clients on construction financing and real estate transactions, including hotel sales and acquisitions of ownership interest.

"John is an excellent lawyer."

Suzanne Amaducci-Adams acts for clients on redevelopment projects, with a focus on the transit and leisure sectors. She also advises on ground lease agreements, investments and acquisitions, as well as refinancing matters.

"Suzanne is excellent."

"She has a wealth of knowledge, is very practical and has this skill of being very direct."

Adam Lustig advises on local and multistate real estate acquisitions and financing mandates, with particular strength acting for developers.

"Adam is extremely detail-oriented and well versed in this geography, with a very broad range of talent and skills."

"What makes Adam stand out is a great combination of being efficient and getting to the really specific issues to turn things around."

Carter McDowell's practice covers entitlement matters, easement negotiations and development projects, including those relating to mixed-use waterfront developments, such as marinas and hospitality projects.

"Carter is an excellent attorney in zoning-related matters. He has a very good relationship with city officials and is able to navigate those waters very well."

"Carter is involved in complex and impactful matters."

James Shindell handles a variety of property acquisitions and development projects, with further strength in financing matters such as construction loan transactions and wider real estate finance work.

Javier Aviñó regularly handles land use and zoning issues arising from projects in the residential, hospitality, transit and leisure sectors. He also advises on public-private partnerships and air rights issues.

"Javier is exceptional and knows how to get things done the right way in Miami."

"Javier, is always thinking of ways to streamline the regulatory process and achieves creative milestones for us."

Martin Schwartz's practice covers the acquisition, sale and financing aspects of real estate deals, with further strength handling development projects.

"Martin is an authority in the area of real estate law and has been for decades."

"We trust Martin’s advice completely in this space and rely on him greatly for his advice when complex issues arise."

Brian Adler advises on zoning, permitting and land use issues in connection with a range of development projects, including those in the healthcare and retail sectors.

"Brian has strong relationships with relevant governmental leaders and staff."

Eileen Mehta's practice encompasses zoning approvals and entitlement matters. She offers further experience in disputes concerning use of historic buildings.

"Eileen greatly helps us navigate through legal issues and identify the best-suited legal support option. I have peace of mind knowing she is always there."

Joseph Hernandez handles all manner of real estate transactions, including purchases and financings, for developers, investors and public entities. Also enjoys a particular niche in condominium matters.

"Joseph is always available any time and any day. I can't say enough good things about him."