Chambers Review
Holland & Knight LLP has extensive expertise advising across all aspects of real estate law, with noted excellence in handling leasing and sophisticated real estate financings for both borrower and lender-side clients. It is also highly recommended for its handling of land use and zoning matters. Frequently acts for major financial institutions. Seven Florida offices give it an impressive geographical coverage of the state.
Work Highlights
- Holland & Knight LLP represented Lennar Homes in handling the zoning approvals for the redevelopment of a 104-acre golf course.
Strengths
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"Holland & Knight always finds a way to solve complex issues."
"They are expert, extremely competent and very responsive."
"Holland & Knight has a well-balanced team with a wide range of experiences."
"Holland & Knight always finds a way to solve complex issues."
"They are expert, extremely competent and very responsive."
"Holland & Knight has a well-balanced team with a wide range of experiences."
Notable Practitioners
John Halula has longstanding experience handling complex real estate financing matters for his lender clients, with experience in both local and international mandates.
Joseph Goldstein regularly handles planning approval, entitlement and zoning issues. His client base includes those active in the transport, manufacturing, hospitality and residential sectors.
"Joe is a trusted adviser and friend."
"Joseph is exactly what you want an attorney to be."
Juan Mayol's well-respected practice includes zoning approvals, permitting issues and related environmental matters, with a focus on the residential and industrial sectors.
"Juan is very detail-oriented, available for calls and well connected in Miami."
Richard Eckhard handles a range of large real estate projects for his clients, with particular expertise in office and mixed-use developments, alongside recognized strengths in leasing work.
"Richard has very sophisticated leasing expertise and is great to work with."
"Richard Eckhard has a terrific practice and is known for real estate leasing."
Sara Bernard has a strong practice representing major clients in large projects, including complex mixed-use multi-asset developments.
"She is a very good attorney."
Vivian de las Cuevas-Diaz's practice includes matters in South Florida, and she regularly works with national and international clients. She is active on development projects including retail, residential and industrial real estate assets, among others.
"She is one of the best lawyers we work with. She always puts our best interests at heart."
Melissa Turra leads the firm's Southeast real estate practice group. She represents major projects for developers, lenders and owners in the residential sector, with a well-regarded condominium specialty.
"She is knowledgeable on condo law."