Legal Roundup
Greenberg Traurig Advises Vertical Bridge on $3.3 Billion Transaction with Verizon Involving 6,300+ Towers
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP represented Vertical Bridge REIT, LLC (“Vertical Bridge”), the largest private owner and operator of communications infrastructure in the United States, in connection with the closing of its previously announced transaction with Verizon Communications Inc. (“Verizon”) (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ).
Florida Trend names Hollie Croft as Notable Woman Leader in Law
Legal publication Florida Trend named Nelson Mullins partner Hollie Croft to their Notable - Women Leaders in Law list, published in December.
Nicholas Travis and Mykal Hill Obtain Dismissal of Florida Real Estate Case Alleging Negligence and Fraud
Congratulations to partner Nicholas Travis and associate Mykal Hill on successfully obtaining the dismissal of a negligence and fraud case against a real estate brokerage firm and sales agent in Florida.
World Intellectual Property Review Names James A. Gale and Cozen O’Connor to its USA Trade Secrets Rankings 2024
Cozen O’Connor was named a “Notable Firm” in the World Intellectual Property Review (WIPR) USA Trade Secrets Rankings 2024.
Attorney General Moody Urges Floridians Traveling for Holidays to Be Safe and Never Drive While Impaired
In recognition of this National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, Attorney General Ashley Moody is urging Floridians to be safe and never drive impaired. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s latest nationwide data reveals that someone dies in a drunk driving accident every 39 minutes — that’s about 37 people every day.
Florida Bar Reports Election Results for Board of Governors, President-elect
In elections for The Florida Bar’s governing board, 18 incumbent members of the Board of Governors were re-elected to additional two-year terms without opposition; three new board members were elected without opposition; and there is one contested election for Seat 2 in the 13th Circuit.
24 Stetson Law Highlights of 2024
Everyone can agree – 2024 was a year like no other.
Holland & Knight Receives Community Partnership Award from Jewish Adoption and Family Care Options
Holland & Knight received the Community Partnership Award from Jewish Adoption and Family Care Options (JAFCO) during JAFCO's annual "Growing with Love Gala" on December 14.
AG Moody’s Statewide Prosecutors Obtain Arrest Warrant for Attempted Felony Murder Charge Against Routh for Roadway Tragedy
Attorney General Ashley Moody obtained an arrest warrant for attempted felony murder against Ryan Routh, the would-be assassin of President Donald J. Trump, for a traffic accident that gravely injured a six-year-old girl after he chose to flee the scene.
Attorney General Moody Urges Fema to Ease Burden on Families Recovering From Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Attorney General Ashley Moody is calling on the Federal Emergency Management Agency to ease the burden on Florida families still recovering from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Holland & Knight Advises One Thousand Group on $53 Million Deal for New Miami Tower
Holland & Knight advised One Thousand Group on its acquisition and financing of a 1.6-acre site in the East Edgewater neighborhood of Miami for its newest venture, Tower 36.
Tenth Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission Announces Nominees for the Polk County, Circuit Court Judicial Opening
The Tenth Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission met in person December 12, 2024, and interviewed six applicants for the Polk County, Circuit Court Judge vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Wayne M. Durden.
Attorney General Moody Announces Florida’s 2024 Trooper of the Year
Attorney General Ashley Moody announced Florida’s 2024 Trooper of the Year, Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Steven Turner.
Attorney General Moody’s Office of Statewide Prosecution Charges Woman Involved in Central/South Florida Organized Retail Theft Ring
Attorney General Ashley Moody’s Office of Statewide Prosecution is charging a woman with organized retail theft for committing multiple thefts in Central and South Florida. Lourdes Rodriguez committed dozens of thefts throughout five counties, stealing from Walgreens, CVS, Ulta and liquor stores, causing approximately $15,000 in losses.
1st Circuit Jnc Announces Circuit Court Judicial Nominees
On December 9, 2024, the Judicial Nominating Commission for the First Judicial Circuit interviewed eight applicants to fill the vacancy on the First Judicial Circuit created by the retirement of Judge Gary Bergosh.
Florida Appellate Court Evaluates “Tear Out” Coverage in Homeowner’s Insurance Dispute Over Plumbing Repairs
In the case of State Farm Fla. Ins. Co. v. Feltes, Case No. 6D2023-0991, 2024 Fla. App. LEXIS 9247 (Fla. 6th DCA Nov. 27, 2024), the Sixth District Court of Appeal addressed a dispute over tear out insurance coverage for plumbing-related damages.
Port St. Lucie Becomes First City to Join AG Moody’s 100 Percent Club, Training More Than 1,000 Employees to Spot and Report Human Trafficking
Attorney General Ashley Moody today announced that the City of Port St. Lucie is the first city in the state to join the 100 Percent Club.
Florida Trend Recognizes 3 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys on ‘Notable Women Leaders in Law’ List
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A. Shareholders Iris Escarrá, Courtney M. Keller, and Marina Olman-Pal are recognized on this year’s list of Florida women leaders in law by Florida Trend.
Submission and Registration Deadline Extended for the 2025 High School Appellate Brief Writing & Moot Court Competition
The High School Appellate Brief Writing & Moot Court Competition is an event that provides high school students in Florida with a unique and enriching experience in the world of law and advocacy.
Kenneth Levine Named Board Vice Chair of the Federation of Regulatory Counsel, Will Become Chairman and President in 2026
Kenneth Levine, chair of Cozen O’Connor’s Insurance Corporate & Regulatory Practice, has been named board vice chair of the Federation of Regulatory Counsel (FORC).