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“Honey, Those Neighbors Are At It Again! Call Code Enforcement!”

02.15.2022
Kathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICP

There was a time, not so long ago, when Floridians could easily, and anonymously, report known or suspected violations of local ordinances and regulations to code enforcement. Neighbors could report their concerns about abandoned or unsafe structures, building without permits or by unlicensed contractors, unpermitted uses of property, noise violations, […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Land Use & Zoning, Government Law & Lobbying, Real Estate, Construction Law & Litigation

Becker Serves as Underwriter Counsel for Technology & Telecommunication Acquisition Corp. in IPO

01.20.2022
Michael A. GoldsteinJie Chengying Xiu

Becker Shareholders Jie Chengying Xiu, Brian Daughney, and Michael Goldstein of the firm’s New York office represented client EF Hutton as the undrwriter counsel in connection with Technology & Telecommunication Acquisition Corporation, in connection with the company’s initial public offering, which closed on January 20, 2022. EF Hutton, division of […]

Areas of Focus: Broker-Dealer & Regulatory Proceedings, Debt & Equity Capital Markets

Becker Launches Interdisciplinary Sea Level Rise Advisory Team to Serve Florida’s Coastal Residents

12.28.2021
Ellyn Setnor BogdanoffJennifer Bales DrakeDonna DiMaggio BergerOmar FrancoMark J. StemplerKathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICP

As one of the first law firms in Florida to address the legal issues stemming from sea level rise, Becker is excited to announce its interdisciplinary Sea Level Rise Advisory Team which includes experienced and knowledgeable lawyers ready to assist our clients in preparing for the future. Our multifaceted team […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association, Real Estate, Land Use & Zoning, Construction Law & Litigation, Public, Private Partnerships (P3)

“Fla. Construction Defect Bill Would Hurt Consumer Interests” – Law360

12.23.2021
Patrick C. Howell

Last year, Florida politicians attempted to weaponize Chapter 558 of the Florida Statutes and eviscerate the cause of action for violations of the Florida Building Code. Thankfully, that legislation died in committee and never saw the light of day. Unfortunately, through H.B. 583 filed by Rep. Clay Yarborough, R-Jacksonville, and […]

Areas of Focus: Construction Law & Litigation, Chapter 558 Specialized Claims Team, Condo, Co-Op & HOA

Becker Named Among Top Asia-related SPAC Legal Advisers of 2020-21

11.30.2021
Victor J. DigioiaSteven L. GlaubermanMichael A. GoldsteinBill HuoHoward JiangSamantha A. LesserJie Chengying Xiu

Becker is proud to announce that the firm has been named among the top five legal advisers to Asia-related SPAC issuers by Asia Business Law Journal. This league table measured deal volume of SPAC IPOs completed between July 2020 and June 2021, and evaluated general legal practitioners and legal advisers […]

Areas of Focus: Corporate, SPACs – Special Purpose Acquisition Companies, International Services – Asia