Becker is thrilled to announce that Omar Franco will be returning to serve on the Hispanic Lobbyists Association’s (HLA) Board of Directors! The HLA is dedicated to advancing and empowering Hispanic/Latino government relations and public affairs professionals by fostering mentorship and professional development opportunities. HLA’s members are advocates whose expertise and knowledge make for a […]
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Becker Expands Community Association and Real Estate Practices With Jose Luis Baloyra in Miami
February 1, 2023 – Miami, FL — Becker, a multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals throughout the U.S., announces that Jose Luis Baloyra has joined the firm as a shareholder in the firm’s community association and real estate practices and is resident in the firm’s Miami office. Mr. Baloyra provides counsel […]
Read MoreBecker Welcomes Corporate Shareholder Gabriel Monzon-Cortarelli in New York
January 10, 2023 – New York, NY — Becker, a multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals throughout the United States, announces that Gabriel Monzon-Cortarelli has joined as a shareholder in the firm’s corporate practice and Chair of the International Practice Group, Europe and Latin America. Mr. Monzon-Cortarelli was most recently a partner at Orrick, Herrington & […]
Read MoreMark J. Stempler Appointed Office Managing Shareholder of Becker’s West Palm Beach Office
January 3, 2023, Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Becker, a multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals throughout the US, announced today that Mark J. Stempler has assumed the role of Office Managing Shareholder of Becker’s West Palm Beach office. He follows William J. Cea, who recently retired from the firm after 21 […]
Read MoreLaToya Sheals Elected to the Board of Directors of the Florida Association of Professional Lobbyists
Becker is thrilled to announce that LaToya Sheals was elected to the Board of Directors of the Florida Association of Professional Lobbyists! The Florida Association of Professional Lobbyists (FAPL) is a broad-based organization committed to establishing and maintaining high standards for professional advocates. FAPL members adhere to explicit standards of conduct in dealing with public […]
Read MoreMax Losner Elected Chairman of the Miami-Dade Planning Advisory Board
Becker is thrilled to announce that Max Losner, who was unanimously elected Chairman of the Miami-Dade Planning Advisory Board. The Planning Advisory Board is the County’s designated Local Planning Agency, and it is the main advisory board to the BCC on matters related to planning and annexations/incorporations. Max’s experience in the Florida House led him to […]
Read MoreBecker Attorneys Close Merger of DLH Holdings Corp. and Grove Resource Solutions, Inc.
Becker is proud to announce the successful acquisition between its client, DLH Holdings Corp., a publicly traded government services provider, and Grove Resource Solutions, LLC. The purchase price of the acquisition was $185 million and was funded with $178 million in cash and $7 million in common stock. The cash portion of the purchase price […]
Read MoreClarence Williams Named a 2022 Top Lobbyist
Becker is thrilled to announce that Clarence Williams has been named a Top 2022 Lobbyist by the National Institute for Lobbying and Ethics (NILE)! We are so proud of our colleague and delighted to see his efforts recognized. The NILE Annual Top Lobbyist list is comprised of 100 lobbyists, PAC managers, and grassroots professionals nominated […]
Read MoreBecker Attorneys Close de-SPAC Merger of Mana Capital Acquisition Corp. and Cardio Diagnostics, Inc.
Becker is proud to announce the successful closing of a business combination between its SPAC client, Mana Capital Acquisition Corp. (“Mana Capital”), and Cardio Diagnostics, Inc. (“Cardio”), a pioneering precision cardiovascular medicine company at the intersection of epigenetics and artificial intelligence whose products enable improved prevention, early detection and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Corporate team […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Appointed Chair of Beacon Council Board of Directors
At the Beacon Council’s annual meeting on November 17th, Yolanda Cash Jackson will be announced as Chair of the Council’s Board of Directors. The Beacon Council is Miami’s official economic development partnership, which attracts and retains companies to help create investment opportunities, new jobs, and economic growth for Dade County. Yolanda Cash Jackson, Esq., is […]
Read MoreSteven B. Lesser Named to the National Law Journal’s List of Real Estate/Construction Law Trailblazers
Becker is thrilled to announce that Shareholder Steven B. Lesser was named to the National Law Journal’s list of Real Estate/Construction Law Trailblazers, which spotlights professionals who are agents of change in their practice area. The selection committee specifically noted the landmark Florida Supreme Court case Moransais v. Heathman, and “its long-term impact on builders, […]
Read MoreBecker Receives Law Firm of the Year from South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Becker is thrilled to receive the Law Firm Company of the Year Award from the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. The award honors businesses that embrace diversity for their contributions, achievements, and successes. Founded in 1994, the Chamber is a non-profit organization that promotes the continued growth and development of the Hispanic business community […]
Read MoreBecker Attorneys in Florida, New York, and New Jersey Recognized as 2022 Super Lawyers
Becker is thrilled to announce that several attorneys in the firm’s Florida and New Jersey offices have been named as 2022 Super Lawyers, an honor that recognizes the top 5% of the total lawyers in any given state. Additionally, Becker attorneys recognized as Rising Stars represent the top 2.5% of attorneys under 40 years old, […]
Read MoreIRS Announces Tax Relief for Victims of Hurricane Ian in Florida
September 29, 2022 – Washington, D.C. —Victims of Hurricane Ian that began September 23 in Florida now have until February 15, 2023, to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced today. Following the recent disaster declaration issued by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the IRS announced […]
Read MoreBecker Lobbyists Welcome Newest Client, the City of Alexandria, Virginia
Becker, a multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals at offices throughout the East Coast, announced its representation of the City of Alexandria, Virginia. The City, located just seven miles from downtown Washington, D.C., has a population of approximately 160,000, is a culturally diverse, historic city, and is home to many professionals […]
Read MoreBecker & Poliakoff Welcomes Jess Raffo as VP of Business Development
September 21, 2022 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL — Becker, a multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals throughout the US, announces that Jess Raffo has joined the firm as its first Vice President of Business Development. Ms. Raffo will spearhead the firm’s expansion primarily for the construction practice as well as the community […]
Read MoreJie Chengying Xiu Attends the International Leadership Foundation’s Annual Gala Award
Becker Shareholder Jie Chengying Xiu attended the International Leadership Foundation’s (“ILF”) three-day meeting and annual Gala Award event from July 27 to July 29 in Washington, D.C. Jie is a member of the ILF’s national advisory board. The gala award event is one of the most prominent events for Asian-American politicians and businessmen. This year, […]
Read MorePaul Shur, Katie Berkey Represent Parklands West Community Development District in Complex Bond Refunding
Financial Services Shareholder Paul H. Shur led the representation of Parklands West Community Development District (CDD) in closing a third-generation tax exempt refunding bond which will fund special assessments used for community improvements. Shareholder Katie Berkey, who is Board certified in City, County, and Local Government Law, assisted with the complicated financing. Compliance with Florida’s […]
Read MoreYolanda Cash Jackson Leads Miami-Dade Beacon Council Search Committee for New President & CEO
The Miami-Dade Beacon Council, the County’s official economic development partnership, announced today that Korn Ferry has been engaged to manage the organization’s search for a new President and Chief Executive Officer. Korn Ferry, the global organizational consulting firm that helped The Beacon Council hire Michael A. Finney in 2017, will be leading the organization’s nationwide […]
Read MoreConstruction Attorney, Jonathan D. Silver, Joins the Ranks of the Board Certified
With one of the largest, dedicated teams of Board Certified Construction attorneys, Becker’s Construction Law Practice Group is well-known nationally for its knowledge of the construction industry and experience effectively protecting the interests of its clients. We are thrilled to announce that Becker attorney, Jonathan Silver, has become the 18th member of our construction practice […]
Read MoreBecker Obtains Rescission of Real Estate Property Transaction and Damages for Residential Family
Becker Shareholder and Chief Strategy Officer Vincenzo M. Mogavero, assisted by Shareholder Martin Cabalar and Senior Attorney Sarah Klein, were successful in rescinding a residential property transaction and securing additional damages in favor of our clients, who had recently purchased a residential property in New Jersey as their first home. The complaint arose out of […]
Read MoreSanjay Kurian Named Chair of the Florida Bar’s Construction Law Committee
Becker’s Ft. Myers Office Managing Shareholder Sanjay Kurian was named chair of the Florida Bar’s Construction Law Committee, which consists of nearly 550 construction lawyers throughout the State of Florida. The Committee works to expand the knowledge and practices of members in construction law and increase the standards for ethical practice and professionalism in construction […]
Read MoreBecker Assists Winning New Trial for Rabbi Osher Eisemann, Founder of Lakewood NJ’s School for Children with Hidden Intelligence
July 15, 2022 — A Becker litigation team led by James Mahon represented Services for Hidden Intelligence (SCHI), the foundation which funded the SCHI School, a school for special needs children, located in Lakewood, New Jersey at the original trial. SCHI was charged with several serious criminal violations, including public corruption, grand larceny and money-laundering. […]
Read MoreDr. Mary McLeod Bethune Statue Unveiled in Statuary Hall
Before the Civil Rights Movement, there was Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune. Born to former slaves born in 1875 on a farm in South Carolina, she went on to help found one of the first historically Black universities, along with a host of other educational and civic programs. Before the Black Lives Matter protests of […]
Read MoreBecker Real Estate Litigation Victory for Seller Client
Litigation shareholder Steven Davis prevailed at a three day Zoom trial in the 11th Judicial Circuit Court in Miami-Dade County representing New Gala Building LLC, the Seller of a shopping center with a $1.5 million purchase price. The Buyer, 1440 Plaza LLC, sued Seller for specific performance to force the sale in which they entered into a standard […]
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