Becker is thrilled to announce that the firm and its attorneys have been recognized in the 2021 edition of Chambers USA, a prestigious annual guide of leading law firms and attorneys. Becker once again received top recognition in Band 1 of the Florida Construction category, with sources describing the firm as a “formidable adversary” with […]
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“Spotlight: Patrick Howell, 2021 Best Lawyers,” Orlando Magazine
Orlando Magazine offers compelling local content and encourages informed decisionmaking. With that goal in mind, the publication regularly highlights local legal counsel who have been ranked in the national Best Lawyers in America. Best Lawyers is one of the oldest and most respected peer review publications in the legal profession. The spotlight below appeared in Orlando […]
Read MoreUPDATED: Yolanda Cash Jackson Named A 2021 Influential Business Woman
Becker is proud to celebrate Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson’s inclusion in South Florida Business Journal’s 2021 Influential Business Women, a list of the 25 most innovative, inspiring, and influential businesswomen in South Florida. An experienced Government Law attorney, Yolanda has a strong reputation for her leadership, heart of service, and commitment to civic, charitable and […]
Read MoreBecker Awarded FLCAJ Readers’ Choice Award For Seventh Consecutive Year
For the seventh consecutive year, Becker has earned a Diamond Level Readers’ Choice Award from the Florida Community Association Journal (FLCAJ). The FLCAJ announced its eighth annual Readers’ Choice Award winners in the March 2021 issue of the magazine. The FLCAJ Readers’ Choice Awards is a unique recognition program that shines a spotlight on the […]
Read More¡Felicidades! Becker Federal Lobbyists Named HNBA White House Liaisons
Becker is proud to celebrate the appointment of Alfonso Lopez, Omar Franco, and Bert Gómez as Hispanic National Bar Association White House Liaisons. The HNBA plays an integral role in the monitoring and advancement of substantive legal issues that impact Hispanic legal professionals and the U.S. Latino population at the local, state, and federal levels. […]
Read MoreSteven B. Lesser: Florida Chapter of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals Inductee
Becker is pleased to announce that Steven B. Lesser, Chair of the firm’s Construction Law and Litigation practice group, has been inducted into the Florida Chapter of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals. The invitation-only professional association’s membership consists of mediators and arbitrators distinguished by their commitment to excellence in the field of dispute resolution. […]
Read MoreINFLUENCE Magazine Names Derek Silver A Rising Star in Florida Politics
In the last few months of the 2018 race for Governor, with polls showing even support for Ron DeSantis and Andrew Gillum, the DeSantis team continued trying to reach roughly 630,000 Jewish Floridians, who tended to vote for Democrats. In August, the campaign hired Derek Silver, who was entering his last year at Florida State […]
Read More2020 Top Lobbyist Award Winners: Yolanda Cash Jackson, Omar Franco
Becker is proud to announce that Yolanda Cash Jackson and Omar Franco have been named Top Lobbyists by the National Institute of Lobbying & Ethics (NILE). The annual list celebrates the innovation, commitment to community service, and significant legislative success of 75 lobbyists, PAC managers, and grassroots professionals nominated by their colleagues or clients. “It […]
Read MoreGary Rosen Once Again Named One of Florida’s 500 Most Influential Business Leaders
Becker Managing Shareholder Gary Rosen has once again been recognized as one of Florida’s 500 most influential executives. The Florida 500 is the culmination of a year-long research initiative by the editors of Florida Trend to identify the state’s most notable business leaders across economic sectors. Gary has been listed every year since the introduction […]
Read MoreCAI-New Jersey Legislative Action Committee Receives National LAC of the Year Award
The Community Association Institute of New Jersey’s Legislative Action Committee has received the Legislative Action Committee of the Year award. The award recognizes “a state legislative action committee for demonstrated organizational excellence, strong member support, and successfully raising the visibility and effectiveness of CAI.” Becker Shareholder David Ramsey, who also received the CAI’s “Excellence in […]
Read More“Leaders of the Industry,” FLCAJ Magazine
Becker Shareholder Kenneth S. Direktor has been recognized by FLCAJ Magazine as a leader in the community association industry. “Kenneth S. Direktor serves as Chair of Becker’s Community Association Practice—a group comprised of 50-plus attorneys throughout Florida and New Jersey. Ken focuses his practice on the representation of condominium, homeowners and cooperative associations, and country […]
Read MoreDavid Ramsey Awarded CAI’s “Excellence in Government and Public Affairs” Award
Becker Community Association Shareholder David Ramsey is the recipient of the Community Association Institute’s “Excellence in Government and Public Affairs” award. The annual awards recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to CAI and the community association way of life and are the highest honors given out by the organization. David serves as Chair of […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Honored as ‘Best Mentor’ in Daily Business Review’s 2020 Professional Excellence Awards
The Daily Business Review has recognized Government Law & Lobbying Shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson as a ‘Best Mentor’ in its 2020 Professional Excellence Awards. The ‘Best Mentor’ awards are given to South Florida attorneys who have taken it upon themselves to prepare the next generation of legal talent by passing along valuable knowledge and paving […]
Read MoreFinancial Services Shareholder Paul Shur Ranked Band 1 by Chambers USA
Becker is pleased to announce that Financial Services Shareholder Paul Shur has been recognized in the 2020 edition of Chambers USA, one of the most esteemed legal guides in the world. Paul is recognized as among the top attorneys in both Banking & Finance and Corporate/M&A. This year, Paul received a Band 1 ranking in […]
Read MoreBecker’s Construction Practice Receives Top Band 1 Recognition in 2020 Chambers USA Guide
April 23, 2020 – The 2020 edition of Chambers USA has once again recognized Becker with a top billing Band 1 ranking in its Florida Construction category. The esteemed guide has recognized Becker’s Construction Law & Litigation Practice every year since it began publishing its global law firm rankings. The publication notes that the firm […]
Read MoreKathleen Berkey Recognized Among eBella Magazine’s “Winning Women”
Kathleen Berkey was featured in the April 2020 issue of eBella Magazine as one of their “Winning Women” for her work as a top attorney and environmental activist. As a child in rural Redding, Connecticut, Kathleen would often hear her parents discuss real estate development issues related to historic preservation and the environment. She says […]
Read MoreBecker Awarded FLCAJ Readers’ Choice Award For Sixth Consecutive Year
For the sixth consecutive year, Becker has earned a Diamond Level Readers’ Choice Award from the Florida Community Association Journal (FLCAJ) magazine. The FLCAJ announced its seventh annual Readers’ Choice Award winners in the March 2020 issue of the magazine. The FLCAJ Readers’ Choice Awards is a unique recognition program that shines a spotlight on […]
Read MoreBecker Recognized as Top-Performing Lobbying Firm by Bloomberg Government
Washington, D.C. – April 6, 2020 – Becker is thrilled to announce its recognition on Bloomberg Government’s list of 2019 Top-Performing Lobbying Firms. With lobbying revenue reaching levels not seen in a decade and growth only expected to accelerate, the annual analysis highlights the power players to know in Washington, D.C.’s influence industry. Out of […]
Read MoreSteven H. Mezer Named to Tampa Magazines’ 2020 Top Lawyers List
TAMPA, FL – April 2, 2020 — Becker Shareholder Steven H. Mezer was voted by his peers as one of the Tampa Bay area’s top community association law attorneys on Tampa Magazines’ 2020 Top Lawyers list. In February, Tampa Magazines sent surveys to the nearly 7,000 attorneys practicing in Hillsborough County, asking them to nominate the […]
Read MoreRobert Rabinowitz Recognized as Among Monmouth County’s Top Lawyers
Congratulations to Robert I. Rabinowitz, who has been selected as one of Monmouth County’s Top Lawyers of 2019. For the second consecutive year, Robert is listed as among the top of his field in Securities Law. The annual listing is comprised of the region’s most prominent attorneys who are selected through peer review across more […]
Read MoreWhat Notice is Required for a Rule Amendment?
Where a condominium association’s governing documents authorize the board of directors to promulgate rules regulating the use of the units and/or the common elements, it is important, when such rules are amended, that the appropriate notice requirements be met. Under Chapter 718, the Condominium Act, the notice requirements for a rule amendment depend u
Read More13 Becker Attorneys Recognized as Best Lawyers in America®
The 2020 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® honors thirteen Becker attorneys spanning nine practice areas. Additionally, Lee A. Weintraub is recognized as Lawyer of the Year in Construction Litigation, an honor only bestowed upon one attorney for each specialty practice and location. Best Lawyers is one of the oldest and most respected peer […]
Read MoreBecker Attorneys Recognized as Florida Legal Elite
Becker is pleased to announce that eight attorneys have been recognized in the 2019 edition of Florida Trend’s Florida Legal Elite™. Now in its sixteenth year, Florida Legal Elite publishes an annual roster of attorneys held in the highest regard by their peers and includes fewer than 1.3% of the active Florida Bar Members […]
Read MoreHeidi F. Friedman Appointed to Board of South Florida Institute on Aging
Shareholder Heidi F. Friedman was appointed to the board of South Florida Institute on Aging (SoFIA). The SoFIA is a not-for-profit organization catering to the needs of the elderly in South Florida. With over 500 volunteers, they have helped nearly 2,000 people with their programs focusing in areas such as companionship, mentorship, and technology training. […]
Read MoreKathleen Berkey Honored as a Finalist for the 2019 APEX Awards
Shareholder Kathleen O. Berkey was honored as a finalist for the 2019 APEX Awards on Wednesday at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops. The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce’s Women in Business Committee presents the award to Lee County residents who excel in professional achievement, community service/philanthropy, mentoring and leadership. The […]
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