Akerman LLP combines its expertise in EPC contractor terminations with strong advisory and non-contentious capabilities in contract drafting and negotiations, bolstering its construction counsel ability with Washington DC-based Daniel Miktus, who is heavily involved in the firm’s key mandates, including acting as lead counsel on large project developments. Head of the firm’s nationwide construction practice, Jeffrey Gilmore operates from the Washington DC office, and specializes in public-private partnerships and major projects in the renewable and conventional energy, and infrastructure arenas. Another key area of expertise for the team includes representing clients across the full range of design and construction-related issues. Project administration and litigation specialist, with a real estate focus, Fort Lauderdale-based Stacy Bercun Bohm acted as primary construction counsel on the design and construction of a mega cruise terminal at the Port of Miami. Other key members of the team include Los Angeles-based Brenda Radmacher, lead counsel in the Chaplain Towers Condominium collapse litigation case, and Washington DC-based Stephen Hurlbut, whose expertise spans government contract litigation and delay claims.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘They have a breadth of experience and knowledge, enabling the team to successfully address construction contracts from an owner's perspective.’

  • ‘Long-standing history and thorough understanding of construction contracting in Florida.’

  • 'Knowledgeable and responsive attorneys.'

Key clients

  • Champlain Towers South Condominium Association
  • Mill Creek Residential Trust
  • Rizzani De Eccher USA Inc.
  • MSC Cruises
  • BDT&MSD
  • Robert Finvarb Companies
  • Fort Capital Management
  • Faena Group
  • Ceco Concrete Construction LLC
  • Billd Exchange LLC
  • Sempiternal Associates

Work highlights

  • Represented the Receiver in the Champlain Tower Condo collapse litigation in South Florida, with a $1.1 billion settlement.
  • Advised BDT&MSD in the renovation and improvement to Boca Raton Resort & Club in a $250 million expansion and construction financing of the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club.
  • Advised MSC Cruises in the design and construction of its mega cruise terminal located at the Port of Miami.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jeffrey Gilmore

Other key lawyers

Daniel Miktus, Stacy Bercun Bohm, Brenda Radmacher, Stephen Hurlbut