State lawyers in Florida

Firm: Garganese, Weiss & D'Agresta, P.A.

111 N Orange Ave Ste 2000 , Orlando , Florida 32801

Practice Areas: Appellate , Education , Municipal , Real Estate , State, Local And Municipal Law

Firm: City Attorney Office

2600 Hollywood Boulevard , Hollywood , Florida 33020

Practice Areas: State, Local And Municipal Law

Firm: Shepard, Smith, Hand & Brackins, P.A.

2300 Maitland Center Parkway , Maitland , Florida 32751

Practice Areas: State, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law

Firm: Hand Arendall Harrison Sale, LLC

35008 Emerald Coast Pkwy , Destin , Florida 32541

Practice Areas: State, Local And Municipal Law

I have been practicing law in Florida since 2002, handling both criminal and civil matters for a wide variety of clients. I've tried and won cases and appeals in both state and federal courts. I use my wide range of legal experience to provide legal advice to elected officials, government boards, business owners, and individuals throughout Florida. Whether its in the courtroom or the boardroom my clients know they are covered.. I'm happy to announce I've joined with the firm of Hand Arendall Harrison Sale, LLC which allows me to provide even more legal services to my clients. If you need legal assistance please give me a call.

Firm: Saul, Ewing, Arnstein & Lehr, LLP

200 East Las Olas Blvd. , Fort Lauderdale , Florida 33301

Practice Areas: Government Agencies, Land Use & Zoning, Zoning, Planning & Land Use, State, Local And Municipal Law, State, Local And Municipal Law, State, Local And Municipal Law

Keith M. Poliakoff (Shareholder). Professional ExperienceMr. Poliakoff  is a Shareholder and is the Co-Chair of the Firm's Government Law Group. As Attorney to the Town of Southwest Ranches, he has substantial knowledge and experience in issues unique to Florida governmental entities including issues such as Annexation, Municipal Liability, RLUIPA, Bert Harris Act, Conflict Resolution, the Public Records Act, Government in Sunshine and laws pertaining to ethics and elections. He has worked on virtually all matters effecting a municipal government including the creation of Comprehensive Plans, developing zoning codes, code enforcement, drafting Ordinances and Resolutions, and he has presided over countless meetings and quasi-judicial matters. Further, Mr. Poliakoff has defended the Town in numerous litigation matters including a lawsuit challenging the municipality's incorporation.  Mr. Poliakoff has counseled numerous elected officials on all aspects of ethics laws, election laws, disclosure requirements and conflicts of interest, and has authored numerous opinions on these subject matters.. In addition to his representation of municipalities, Mr. Poliakoff represents multi-family residential and commercial properties on issues relating to land use and zoning, and has substantial experience in obtaining entitlements. He works closely with local public officials and provides guidance to his many business clients on the complex governmental processes including public sector procurements, affordable housing, developer agreements, and legislative initiatives. In 2000 Mr. Poliakoff developed an annexation bill, which still serves as the model for annexation bills throughout the state. He also has considerable experience with Community Redevelopment Agencies and has been involved in numerous redevelopment efforts throughout Broward County.. In 2005 Mr. Poliakoff was appointed to the Broward County Land Preservation Board by the Broward County Commission. This Board is responsible for reviewing all land acquisitions in Broward County, specifically overseeing the $400 million bond issue which was approved to preserve and reclaim over 1,400 acres of open space in Broward County and repair and enhance the County's recreational parks.. Activities & Memberships Mr. Poliakoff participates in many charitable organizations and community events. Prior to his legal career, Mr. Poliakoff was awarded an Alexander Fellowship where he clerked for 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Maryanne Trump Barry. Mr. Poliakoff also gained valuable experience as a freelance producer for NBC News and as an assistant producer at CNN in New York.. Honors 2002 Leadership Hollywood 26 2006 Florida Trends Legal Elite 2008 Florida Trends Legal Elite 2009 South Florida's Best Lawyers 2009, 2010 Best Lawyers in America (Government Relations Law). Bar Admissions Florida New York Bar. EducationJ.D., Benjamin Cardozo School of Law (Order of the Coif - top 10%, cum laude)B.S., Syracuse University, magna cum laude

1001 Heathrow Park Ln Ste 4001 , Lake Mary , Florida 32746

Practice Areas: State, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law

Mr. Groot received a B.S. degree in1973 and a J.D. in 1976 from Florida State University. He is admitted to practice in all Florida state courts; the United States Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Claims, the U.S. Court of Military Appeals, the U.S. Court of International Trade, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida and the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. From 1985 to 1999, he served as Deputy County Attorney for Seminole County and, from 1979 to 1985, served as an Army Lawyer in the Judge Advocate General's Corps in Alabama, Germany and North Carolina. He currently serves as the City Attorney for the City of Lake Helen, the City of Oviedo, the City of Daytona Beach Shores and is Assistant City Attorney for the City of Sanford.. Mr. Groot is a member of the Seminole County Bar Association (former member of Board of Directors), the Orange County Bar Association, The Florida Bar and the Williams Inn of Court. He has served as adjunct professor in the Legal Assistant Programs for Seminole Community College and Florida Institute of Legal Assistants. He served as part time law professor at Campbell University, Fayetteville State University and Methodist College. He has served as a legislative aide to the Florida and Montana Legislatures. He serves as a member of the Board of Directors of Boys and Girls Club of Volusia/Flagler and as volunteer legal counsel to the Board.. Mr. Groot practices in the areas of Local Government, Government Relations/Lobbying, Land Use, Real Property, Environmental, Civil Litigation, Eminent Domain and Condemnation.

Firm: Weiss Serota Helfman Pastoriza Cole & Bo

200 E Broward Blvd Ste 1900 , Fort Lauderdale , Florida 33301

Practice Areas: Administrative , Government Agencies, Land Use & Zoning, State, Local And Municipal Law, State, Local And Municipal Law

324 W Morse Blvd , Winter Park , Florida 32789

Practice Areas: State, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law, Local And Municipal Law