Miami, Florida Real Estate Lawyers

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Fern F. Musselwhite
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer
20 years experience
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Seth Coleman
(305) 442-3334
Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer
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Caridad Rusconi
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer
14 years experience
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Robert A. Stok
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Aventura, FL Real Estate Law Attorney
27 years experience
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Jonathan E. May
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 3 years experience
(305) 699-5466 1395 Brickell Avenue
Suite 900
 Miami, FL 33131
Real Estate, Divorce, Family and Landlord Tenant
Nova Southeastern University
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Jonathan May went to the University of Illinois to earn a bachelors degree, the University of Miami to earn a graduate degree in communication studies and Nova Southeastern University to earn a juris doctorate. He is an expert and professor in communications, public speaking and debate. He often represents clients in contract disputes and divorce. He excels in client services and aggressive advocacy.
(844) 954-6652 2393 South Congress Avenue
 West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Harry A Payton
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 51 years experience
(305) 372-3500 2 S Biscayne Blvd Ste 2300
 Miami, FL 33131
Real Estate, Business and Legal Malpractice
Georgetown University Law Center
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FLORIDA BAR BOARD CERTIFIED IN BUSINESS LITIGATION AND CIVIL TRIAL | Harry Payton is one of 88 lawyers in the state of Florida with dual board certification in civil trial and business litigation. Harry represents domestic and international corporations and high net worth individuals in complex business litigation matters involving commercial real estate, commercial foreclosures and lender liability; litigation involving fine art; corporate, shareholder and partnership disputes; probate, will and trust litigation; intra-family business disputes; and professional malpractice cases involving attorneys, accountants, architects and engineers. In 2012, Harry was appointed to the Supreme Court of...
Robert Christopher Arnold
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 12 years experience
(305) 602-9099 1200 Brickell Avenue, Suite 1450
 Miami, FL 33131
Real Estate, Business and Immigration
Harvard University
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I graduated from Harvard Law School in 1993. Prior to law school, I graduated summa cum laude from the Pierre Laclede Honors College at the University of Missouri, and am a distinguished veteran of the U.S. Army. My areas of expertise are Business Transactions, Contracts and Contract Disputes, Bankruptcy, and all areas of Real Estate. In the area of Business Law, I bring in-house and real-world, business-related experience to the table when assisting clients with a variety of transactions, whether they be domestic or international. In doing so, for example, I provide a unique perspective when it comes to assisting...
Nicholas D. Siegfried
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 11 years experience
(800) 737-1390 201 Alhambra Cir
11th Floor
 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Real Estate, Collections and Construction
University of Miami School of Law
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Romy B. Jurado
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North Miami, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 5 years experience
(305) 921-0440 12955 Biscayne Boulevard
Suite 328
 North Miami, FL 33181
Real Estate, Business, Construction and Landlord Tenant
Florida International University College of Law
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I am a business lawyer, real estate lawyer and immigration attorney. I represent clients in title and real estate matters who are purchasing, selling or refinancing a home or business; negotiating a lease on commercial or residential property and litigating issues that arise from real estate transactions. I provide day-to-day legal and business counseling to both established and successful companies, as well as startups. I offer my clients unparalleled transactional expertise from business formation and preparation of business contracts, to business financing, mergers and acquisitions. U.S. immigration laws are very complex and the factors to be...
Helio De La Torre
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 37 years experience
(800) 737-1390 201 Alhambra Cir
11th Floor
 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Real Estate, Business and Construction
Florida State University College of Law
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Jason M. Rodgers-da Cruz
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer.
(800) 737-1390 201 Alhambra Cir
11th Floor
 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Real Estate, Business and Construction
University of Miami School of Law
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Heather A. Patchen
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Miami Lakes, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 5 years experience
(786) 514-2365 15165 NW 77th Avenue, Suite 2005
 Miami Lakes, FL 33014
Real Estate and Business
Florida International University College of Law
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Licensed to practice in Florida and Colorado, Heather A. Patchen is an attorney with an M.B.A. who devotes her efforts to ensure that her clients’ property investments are well protected. Her law practice, Patchen Law, P.A., focuses on issues involving property with a special emphasis in the areas of eminent domain, real estate, and title closings. Heather has experience working on both partial and complete takings against the Florida Department of Transportation and Miami-Dade County. She has also handled landlord/tenant disputes, drafted and negotiated real estate leases and various other contracts. Additionally, she has conducted...
Larry R. Fleurantin Esq.
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North Miami Beach , FL Real Estate Law Attorney. 14 years experience
(305) 944-7220 2040 NE 163 Street
Suite 102
 North Miami Beach , FL 33162
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Appeals, Family and Immigration
University of Florida
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Lisa A. Lerner
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 35 years experience
(800) 737-1390 201 Alhambra Cir
11th Floor
 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Real Estate
The George Washington University Law School
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David T. Podein
(305) 379-2400
Miami, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer
8 years experience
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Jonathan M. Mofsky
(800) 737-1390
Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Attorney
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Enrique Ferrer Esq.
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 14 years experience
(888) 609-5947 10631 N Kendall Dr
#260
 Miami, FL 33176
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Criminal, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
University of Miami School of Law
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Jamey R. Campellone
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Aventura, FL Real Estate Law Attorney.
(305) 935-4440 18851 NE 29th Ave
#1005
 Aventura, FL 33180
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Appeals, Bankruptcy and Business
University of Miami School of Law
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Jamey R. Campellone is an associate attorney at Stok Folk + Kon.
Jacqueline Alicia Salcines
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Attorney. 18 years experience
(305) 669-5280 706 south dixie highway
Second Floor
 Coral Gables, FL 33146
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Business, Foreclosure Defense and Landlord Tenant
University of Miami School of Law
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Holding dual degrees in Law and Accounting, Attorney Jacqueline Salcines prides herself in providing sound legal advice in the real estate, foreclosure and business arena. As a real estate lawyer and title agent, she has over 16 years experience in real estate, mortgages and business law. We zealously represent your rights and possess both the knowledge and experience to protect our clients every step of the way.
Nicolas Lampariello
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North Miami Beach, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 3 years experience
(866) 858-0850 3495 NE 163rd Street
 North Miami Beach, FL 33160
Free ConsultationReal Estate and Personal Injury
St. Thomas University School of Law
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Even though I'm a New York Native, having Graduated from St. Thomas University School of Law in 2006, I've been involved in South Florida and Litigating in the Personal Injury Field for over 10 years, representing Clients in all types of Accidents. Even though I Specialize in Truck Accidents, I'm also familiar with Automobile Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Bicycle Accidents and Dog Bite Cases. In my free time, I'm a full time baseball coach for my two sons and a dance partner for my daughter. I'm also a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity and was a awarded the Presidential...
(866) 858-0850 4760 West Commercial Boulevard
 Tamarac, FL 33319
Michael Braunschweig
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Attorney.
(305) 809-6170 5455 Tamiami Trail Suite 255
 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Real Estate, Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense and Immigration
Nova Southeastern University
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Michael Braunschweig, Esq. founded Synergy Law Firm in 2013. Since 2010, Michael Braunschweig has worked in the field of Immigration Law. Michael has represented individuals and corporations across the world. Michael has succesfully represented clients before DHS Department of Homeland Security, USCIS United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, USCIS Field Offices, CBP Customs and Border Patrol, ICE Immigration and Customs Enforcement, DOJ Department of Justice, and Immigration Court. Michael speaks English and Spanish fluently. In addition to helping immigrants, Michael also has a passion for preserving the environment. Michael Braunschweig has been a Board Member...
Georg Ketelhohn
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer.
(800) 737-1390 201 Alhambra Cir
11th Floor
 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Real Estate and Construction
University of Florida Levin College of Law
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Maryvel De Castro Valdes
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Attorney. 13 years experience
(800) 737-1390 201 Alhambra Cir
11th Floor
 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Real Estate, Collections and Construction
Nova Southeastern University
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Caridad Rusconi
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 14 years experience
(800) 737-1390 201 Alhambra Cir
11th Floor
 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Real Estate, Bankruptcy, Collections and Landlord Tenant
St. Thomas University School of Law
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Michael L. Hyman
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Attorney.
(800) 737-1390 201 Alhambra Cir
11th Floor
 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Real Estate, Business and Construction
University of Miami School of Law
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David Gongora
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MIAMI, FL Real Estate Law Attorney.
(305) 381-7979 25 SE 2ND AVE
Suite 730
 MIAMI, FL 33131
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Collections, Foreclosure Defense and Landlord Tenant
Florida International University College of Law
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David D. Gongora is an Attorney at the Law Offices of Blaxberg, Grayson & Kukoff, P.A. and concentrates his practice in the Financial Services industry in the areas of Real Estate law and Commercial Litigation. Since 2002, David earned his Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Real Estate to hone his analytical skills during his tenure as a strategic management consultant for manufacturing operations. Meanwhile, he also focused his experience and education for businesses across South Florida as a commercial real estate broker negotiating industrial Real Estate leasing and sales transactions. In 2004, David was elected as councilman for...
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Shoham Segal
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Aventura, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer
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Frank Soto
(305) 379-2400
Miami, Real Estate Law Attorney
15 years experience
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Roger Slade
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Attorney. 28 years experience
(305) 379-2400 201 South Biscayne Boulevard
Suite 1205
 Miami, FL 33131
Real Estate, Business and Family
Brooklyn Law School
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Owei Belleh
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Attorney. 14 years experience
(888) 450-7999 Causeway Square
1801 NE 123rd Street Suite 409
 Miami, FL 33181
Real Estate, Business, Estate Planning and Foreclosure Defense
University at Buffalo Law School, The State University of New York
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I focus my law practice in the areas of real property transaction and litigation, bankruptcy, business and immigration. I have experience representing public corporations, privately-held corporations and accredited investors, but take particular pride in representing entrepreneurs and small business owners - the cornerstone of the American economy.
(888) 450-7999 2525 Embassy Drive
Suite 2
 Cooper City, FL 33026
Frederick A. Neustein
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Attorney. 25 years experience
(305) 705-3979 201 South Biscayne Blvd
28th Floor
 Miami, FL 33131
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense and Landlord Tenant
University of Miami School of Law
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Frederick A. Neustein, a Miami native of 48 years, has been a licensed attorney in the State of Florida for 23 years. Mr. Neustein, together with the staff at NLG, have been responsible for defending 1000's of foreclosure cases across the state of Florida and saving 1000's homes. For twelve years, Mr. Neustein worked “for the Banks” in the Mortgage Banking Industry for various Institutional Investment Banks. Mr. Neustein served as Vice President and counsel for American Residential Equities (ARE) headquartered in Miami-Dade County, which acquired approximately $1 Billion in residential and commercial mortgages. At ARE, Mr. Neustein was primarily...
(954) 606-0747 110 East Broward Blvd
Suite 1700
 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(561) 235-0700 2255 Glades Road
Suite 324A
 Boca Raton, FL 33431
(305) 531-2545 18305 Biscayne Blvd
#250
 Miami, FL 33160
(305) 705-4232 9100 South Dadeland Blvd
Suite 1500
 Miami, FL 33156
(561) 232-3788 777 South Flagler Drive
Suite 800
 West Palm Beach, FL 33401
(305) 749-6686 1990 Main Street
Suite 750
 Sarasota, FL 34236
(305) 705-4460 7380 Sand Lake Road
Suite 500
 Orlando, FL 32819
(888) 400-2889 2202 N. West Shore Blvd
 Tampa, FL 33607
(888) 400-2889 841 Prudential Drive
12th Floor
 Jacksonville, FL 32207
Maria Victoria Arias
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 28 years experience
(800) 737-1390 201 Alhambra Cir
11th Floor
 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Real Estate
University of Miami School of Law
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Daniel Jovanov
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Attorney.
(305) 442-3334 201 Alhambra Cir
11th Floor
 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Real Estate and Construction
St. Thomas University
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David B. Haber
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 11 years experience
(305) 379-2400 201 South Biscayne Boulevard
Suite 1205
 Miami, FL 33131
Real Estate, Business and Construction
University of Florida
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Elisabeth D. Kozlow
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Attorney.
(800) 737-1390 201 Alhambra Cir
11th Floor
 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Real Estate, Business, Construction and Landlord Tenant
University of Miami School of Law
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Shoham Segal
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Aventura, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer.
(305) 935-4440 18851 NE 29th Ave
#1005
 Aventura, FL 33180
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Appeals and Business
Nova Southeastern University
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Benjamin P. Nigro
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Aventura, FL Real Estate Law Attorney. 5 years experience
(305) 935-4440 18851 NE 29th Ave
#1005
 Aventura, FL 33180
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Business and Construction
University of Miami School of Law
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Michael S. Greene
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Attorney.
(305) 567-5576 3250 Mary St
#100
 Miami, FL 33133
Real Estate, Business and Construction
University of Florida Levin College of Law
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Roger Slade
(305) 379-2400
Miami, FL Real Estate Law Attorney
28 years experience
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Georg Ketelhohn
(800) 737-1390
Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer
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Sonia Ramon
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 19 years experience
(888) 499-9700 11440 N Kendall Dr
#400
 Miami, FL 33176
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of Miami School of Law
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Jeffrey Erez Esq.
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Attorney. 20 years experience
(305) 728-3320 1 SE 3rd Ave #1670
 Miami, FL 33131
Free ConsultationArbitration & Mediation, Business and Securities
University of Miami School of Law
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Edwin Bruce Zaslow
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Attorney. 41 years experience
(305) 669-5262 7700 N. Kendall Drive
Suite 806
 Miami, FL 33156
Real Estate, Business, Elder and Landlord Tenant
University of Miami School of Law and University of Miami School of Law
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Board Certified in Wills, Trusts and Estates by The Florida Bar.
Omar Saleh
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer.
(305) 809-6170 5455 SW 8th Street
Ste. 255
 Miami, FL 33134
Real Estate, Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense and Immigration
Nova Southeastern University
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Since 2011, Omar Saleh, Esq. has focused his practice largely on real estate litigation. Before joining Synergy Law Firm, Omar represented some of the nations largest lenders in residential mortgage foreclosures. Since joining the firm, Omar has provided a wide range of real estate and other civil litigation matters including foreclosure defense, business and personal litigation, and continues to advocate for clients with debt defense and consumer bankruptcy issues. During law school, Omar was vice president of Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law Center's trial team, where he competed in trial competitions throughout the state. Before...
Nicole R. Kurtz
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Attorney.
(800) 737-1390 201 Alhambra Cir
11th Floor
 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Real Estate and Construction
University of Miami School of Law
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Renzo Bosoni
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer.
(954) 988-1488 8603 S Dixie Hwy
Suite 302
 Miami, FL 33143
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Estate Planning, Foreclosure Defense and Probate
American University Washington College of Law
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Renzo Bosoni has experience working in real estate and business law. He has represented hundreds of homeowners helping them save their homes from foreclosure by negotiating with lenders to reduce borrowers monthly mortgage payments.

As part of his practice, Mr. Bosoni represents local and international investors seeking to acquire real estate in South Florida. He addresses clouds on title, negotiates lien payoffs and homeowners association debts, and handles all other legal due diligence necessary to protect his clients’ investments.

He works with small businesses by helping them establish efficient structures tailored to the business goals of the client. He provides ongoing legal...
(954) 998-1488 1930 Harrison St.
Suite 209
 Hollywood, FL 33020
Eric A. Shane Esq.
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Attorney. 14 years experience
(888) 609-5947 10631 N Kendall Dr
#260
 Miami, FL 33176
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Insurance Claims, Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of Miami School of Law
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Evonne Andris
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Attorney. 14 years experience
(305) 442-3334 201 Alhambra Cir
11th Floor
 Coral Gables, FL 33134
Real Estate and Business
Nova Southeastern University
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Bruce Jacobs
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 21 years experience
(305) 358-7991 169 E Flagler St
#1620
 Miami, FL 33131
Free ConsultationReal Estate, Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense and Landlord Tenant
Fordham University
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Roberto F. Fleitas III
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Miami, FL Real Estate Law Lawyer. 13 years experience
(305) 442-1443 782 NW LeJeune Road
Suite 430
 Miami, FL 33126
Real Estate and Business
Stetson University College of Law and Stetson University College of Law
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Michael L. Hyman
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Attorney
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Coral Gables, FL Real Estate Law Attorney
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Real estate refers to land, as well as anything permanently attached to the land, such as buildings and other structures, and covers more than just the drafting of contracts for the purchase and sale of property. Both federal and state laws regulate real estate transactions. The Federal Fair Housing Act, for example, prohibits discrimination in real estate transactions on account of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Many states have enacted similar legislation that prohibits discrimination on the basis of certain characteristics.

Attorneys in this field may handle leasing issues, landlord-tenant disputes, eviction proceedings and homeowner association (HOA) problems. Other matters within this practice area include title disputes, mortgages, covenants, easements, and equitable servitudes. Many real estate issues can affect both commercial and individual renters and landlords. Real estate lawyers who represent commercial interests may also focus on land use, zoning, environmental law, or eminent domain issues.

Some states provide a certification for lawyers who have demonstrated experience and competency in the practice of real estate law. These attorneys must meet certain educational, experience, and examination requirements to receive the certification as a specialist.

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