Akerman LLP‘s attorneys are experienced in handling a range of projects, from tunnels and highways to data centers and government facilities. Washington DC’s Jeffrey Gilmore heads the practice and ’sets a high bar’ with his P3 project expertise encompassing sectors such as renewable energy, transportation, and wastewater systems. Leslie Miller Tomczak leads the Fort Lauderdale office where she advises on various asset classes including hotels, hospitals and high-rises, and is adept at dealing with sustainability issues. Fort Lauderdale’s Stacy Bercun Bohm – with the support of DC’s Daniel Miktus, is currently advising Westend Properties Limited on its multi-million-dollar renovation of the Fairmont Southampton Hotel. In DC, Stephen Hurlbut focuses on government contract litigation involving delays and scheduling issues, while Orlando’s George Tate handles a broader range of defects, delays, and payment disputes.
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‘They include practical solutions for resolving challenges and keeping the project on track through the roadblocks inherent in construction.’
‘Ross Heft and Stacy Bohm not only have the requisite experience in the vast array of issues to be addressed in construction contracts, but they are also very thorough in the preparation of the documents.'
‘Akerman has provided excellent support to our project, the largest in my agency's history.'
‘What makes Akerman stand out is their ability to engage and respond no matter the time or situation. They are available as needed. A superior talent.'
- 'Jeff Gilmore sets a high bar for performance and responsiveness.'
Key clients
- MSC Cruises
- Fort Capital Management
- Greenlane Infrastructure
- Switch, Inc.
- Mill Creek Residential Trust
- Faena Group
- Westend Properties Limited (Gencom)
- BDP Realty Holdings, LLC (Bridge Industrial)
- GB/JT Hotel Partners, L.P. (Gencom)
- Driftwood Capital (Driftwood Development Partners)
Work highlights
- Representing Switch, Inc. in connection with construction of new data center campuses in Nevada and Georgia, including advice on providing adequate power and water infrastructure to support the campuses, and available tax abatement programs.
- Representing Fort Capital Management, owners/developers of the historic landmark Surf Club, a Four Seasons Hotel, and two 12-story tower condominiums located in Surfside, in connection with various development, design, and construction matters.
- Representing Faena Group in the development of the Faena District, a three-block-long, mixed-use project in Miami Beach, which includes the redevelopment of a historic hotel, construction of an adjacent condominium tower, development of a hotel property as a luxury condominium project, renovation of a historic hotel, and the construction and renovation of additional buildings.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Daniel Miktus
Practice head
Jeffrey Gilmore
Other key lawyers
Stacy Bercun Bohm; Stephen Hurlbut; George Tate; Ross Heft; Daniel Miktus