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1900s Class Notes

Class of 1948

David Solomon Solovey, J.D. '48, passed away on February 8, 2018, at the age of 86. After graduating from law school, Solovey joined the U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare, Bureau of Hearings and Appeals in Washington, DC where he remained for 25 years. Upon his retirement from the government, he managed his real estate holdings and in later years volunteered his time singing at local nursing homes. He is survived by his wife, Traci. (February 2018)
Location: Chevy Chase, MD
Tags: In Memoriam

Class of 1950

Harold P. Kravitz, J.D. '50, passed away on January 4, 2018 at the age of 93. His daughter, the Honorable Shelley Kravitz, passed away just two days earlier. Kravitz was a member of the Dade Florida Bar Association and for over 50 years, practiced law in the areas of banking, municipal law, insurance, automotive and construction industries, and ERISA trusts. Kravitz was also a director and chairman of several banks. He was a paratrooper during WWII and was one of a very select American recipients of the Legion of Honor, the highest French order of military merit. (January 2018)

Location: Weston, FL
Tags: In Memoriam

Class of 1952

Harold Rosen, J.D. '52, passed away on January 16, 2018 at the age of 92. Rosen moved to Miami Beach in 1948 after growing up in Carthage, New York. He served as mayor of Miami Beach from 1974 to 1977, where he contributed to the transformation of the island city from a sandspit composed of rent control and a large elderly population to the billion-dollar resort city it is today. One of his major accomplishments includes his work as a lobbyist, where he helped an engineering and consulting firm in 2001 receive the city’s largest contract at the time to manage over $200 million in public right-of-way projects. He is survived by his wife, sister, two children, 10 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild. (January 2018)
Location: Miami, FL
Tags: In Memoriam

Class of 1954

Lawrence "Larry" Glick, J.D. '54, passed away on March 31, 2021.
Location: Chicago, IL
Tags: In Memoriam

Class of 1955

Hon. Gerald Kogan, J.D. '55, passed away on March 4, 2021.
Location: Miami, FL
Tags: In Memoriam

Class of 1956

Class of 1957

Sonia Pressman Fuentes, J.D. '57, has been awarded with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 55th anniversary of the National Organization for Women (NOW). (July 2021)
Location: Sarasota, FL

Class of 1959

E. Leonard Rubin, J.D. '59, published a piece in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin about a current lawsuit in which Paramount Pictures is claiming it owns the rights to all of the words of the Klingon language invented for the Star Trek franchise.
Location: Northfield, IL

Class of 1960

Joe N. Unger, J.D. '60, passed away on May 6, 2021. 
Location: Miami, FL
Tags: In Memoriam

Edward L. Middlebrooks, JD '60, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 1961

Frederick Allan Schwarb, J.D. '61, passed away on May 15, 2021. 
Location: Miami, FL
Tags: In Memoriam

Class of 1963

John E. Long, Jr., JD '63, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Carl Schuster, JD '63, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

 

Class of 1965

Hon. Walter N. Colbath, J.D. '65, passed away on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. 
Location: Palm Beach, FL
Tags: In Memoriam

Class of 1966

Ron Shapo, JD '66, was featured in the Sarasota Herald tribune for his effort on the board of Suncoast Aquatic Nature Center Associates.

Ronald P. Ponzoli, JD '66, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

 Class of 1967

Hon. Daniel R. Monaco, J.D. '67, passed away July 8, 2021. 
Location: Naples, FL 
Tags: In Memoriam

Neal R. Sonnet, JD '67, received the Criminal Justice Award presented by the Miami-Dade Bar. (October 2021)

Bruce M. Lyons, JD '67, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael Nachwalter, JD '67, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Barry Richard, JD '67, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Neal R. Sonnett, JD '67, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 1968

Michael L. Hyman, JD '68, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lawrence S. Katz, JD '68, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alan E. Weinstein, JD '68, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

 

Class of 1969

Frederick S. Robbins, JD '69, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John R. Squitero, JD '69, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 1970

Roy Black, JD '70, was recently featured in a profile in the Daily Business Review: Roy Black, 79, Taught Me About ChatGPT and 'Jury Magic'.

Roy Black, JD '70, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 1971

Cami Green Hofstadter, MCL '71, completed her two part series of The Foreign Consuls Among Us. 

Harold Long, J.D. '71, passed away on February 24, 2021.
Location: Miami, FL 
Tags: In Memoriam

Arnold R. Ginsberg, JD '71, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Charles R. Lipcon, JD '71, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 1972

Justice R. Fred Lewis, JD '72, was presented the "ABA National Greeley Award" as the top individual to build Trust and Confidence in the Judiciary. 

William Aaron, JD '72, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Albert G. Caruana, JD '72, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert A. Dulberg, JD '72, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alan Goldfarb, JD '72, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Edward R. Shohat, JD '72, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jeffrey P. Wasserman, JD '72, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steven Sonberg, JD '72, was included in Florida Trend's list of "500 Most Influential Leaders in Florida." (October 2021) 

Class of 1973

Stanford Blake, JD ’73, received the Selig Goldin Memorial Award. 

H.T. Smith, JD ’73, received the inaugural Judge A. Leo Adderly Distinguished Service & Leadership Award.

H.T. Smith, JD '73, had a University building named after himself and his friend, Harold Long Jr.

Richard Rappaport, J.D. '73, passed away on December 16, 2017. 
Location: Miami, FL
Tags: In Memoriam

Stuart Z. Grossman, J.D. '73, is the recipient of the AJC 2021 Learned Hand Award. (June 2021) 
Location: Miami, FL

Alan J. Braverman, JD '73, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Richard H. Critchlow, JD '73, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Glenn P. Falk, JD '73, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Yale T. Freeman, JD '73, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stuart Z. Grossman, JD '73, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jackson F. McCoy, JD '73, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Thomas R. Tatum, JD '73, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Thomas Schwartz, JD '73, offered the position of Assistant County Attorney for Marion County, FL. 

Class of 1974

Tod Aronovitz, JD '74, joined Greenspoon Marder as Partner. 

Jerry M. Markowitz, J.D. '74, has been Elected Vice President-Membership of the American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI). (May 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Tod Aronovitz, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nicholas E. Christin, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steven K. Deutsch, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Peter J. Forman, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Theodore J. Fournaris, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lawrence A. Fuller, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Patricia Lebow, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew M. Leinoff, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Neil P. Linden, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jerry M. Markowitz, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Richard C. Milstein, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Rebekah J. Poston, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert A. Robbins, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael J. Rosen, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Howard S. Susskind, JD '74, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 1975

Francis Merceret, J.D. '75,published his first novel, CATSPAW, a hard sci-fi story and the first in the Alcubierre Metric Connection series. (June 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

James F. Kalasky, J.D. '75, passed away on April 20, 2021. 
Location: Youngstown, OH
Tags: In Memoriam

Michael T. Flanagan, JD '76, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eric Ansel, JD '75, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Harold Bluestein, JD '75, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

James S. Bramnick, JD '75, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

William N. Horowitz, JD '75, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

H. George Kagan, JD '75, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Abbey L. Kaplan, JD '75, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alan J. Kluger, JD '75, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gerald I. Kornreich, JD '75, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Carl H. Lida, JD '75, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ramon Malca, JD '75, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Paul Morris, JD '75, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Frank A. Rubino, JD '75, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Elliot H. Scherker, JD '75, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alan Kluger, JD '75, included in Florida Trend's list of "500 Most Influential Leaders in Florida." (October 2021) 

Class of 1976

Gerald Kornreich, JD '75, becomes only attorney in Miami-Dade County to be Board Certified in Marital and Family Law 8 Consecutive Times. (July 2021)  
Location: Miami, FL 

Francisco R. Angones, JD '76, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Christopher R. Fertig, JD '76, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Don Greiwe, JD '76, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jay Steven Levine, JD '76, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jay M. Levy, JD '76, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert D. Peltz, JD '76, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stephen H. Reisman, JD '76, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Thomas Ringel, JD '76, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Herman F. Rubio, Jr., JD '76, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

R. Cory Schnepper, JD '76, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Harry M. Solomon, JD '76, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stephen H. Reisman, JD '76, was included in Florida Trend's list of "500 Most Influential Leaders in Florida." (October 2021)

Robert E. Panoff, JD '76, LLMT '77, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 1977

Benedict P. Kuehne, JD '77, received a Humanitarian Silver Medallion Award from the Miami Conference of Christians and Jews.

Laurie Silvers, J.D. '77, named Chair of the University of Miami Board of Trustees. (June 2021)
Location: Coral Gables, FL

Ben Kuehne, J.D. '77, is the recipient of the Florida Bar Criminal Law Section's highest honor, the Selig I. Goldin Award. (June 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Patrick McGuinness, J.D. '77, passed away on March 22, 2021.
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Tags: In Memoriam

David S. Berger, JD '77, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Curtis Carlson, JD '77, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Dean C. Colson, JD '77, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Richard G. Daniels, JD '77, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Marc L. Faust, JD '77, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ellen R. Gershow, JD '77, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John McClure, JD '77, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Charles E. Muller II, JD '77, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew Needle, JD '77, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Bette E. Quiat, JD '77, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Harley S. Tropin, JD '77, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Milagros R. Vazquez, JD '77, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew L. Waks, JD '77, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Dean Colson, JD '77, was included in Florida Trend's list of "500 Most Influential Leaders in Florida." (October 2021)

Class of 1978

Stuart Sobel, JD '78, secured a major victory for Malcolm Drilling in a $15 million dispute. 

Joseph Serota, JD '83, was honored as a Best Mentor in the Florida Business Review's Legal Awards 2022. 

José I. Astigarraga, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert K. Burlington, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lawrence A. Farese, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert E. Ferencik, Jr., JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David H. Gold, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jack Goldberger, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Edward I. Golden, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Barbara W. Green, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

William C. Hearon, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert C. Owens, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel W. Raab, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Elizabeth K. Russo, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joseph H. Serota, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stuart Sobel, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brian F. Spector, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Adele I. Stone, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stephen D. Thompson, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Regina F. Zelonker, JD '78, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Adele I. Stone, JD '78, was included in Florida Trend's list of "500 Most Influential leaders in Florida." (October 2021)

Patrick H. Neale, JD '78, presented a Real Estate Update as part of the Florida Law Update sponsored by The Florida Bar Solo and Small Firm Section at the Florida Bar’s 2023 Annual Convention.

Class of 1979

Gary Lancaster, JD ‘79, began a new position as Chief Legal Officer for S.H.A.R.E. Community Development Corp.Anne Cruz-Alvarez, JD ‘94, was promoted to Associate Director of Admissions for the University of Miami School of Law.

Scott Zolke, JD ‘79, has joined the Bills’ lease negotiation team. Manhattan Beach, CA 

John Bond Atkinson, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robin S. Buckner, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Susan J. Cole, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Victor P. DeBianchi, Jr., JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gregory C. Denaro, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David R. Elder, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mark E. Fried, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gary Alan Friedman, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Cynthia L. Greene, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Douglas M. Halsey, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steven N. Klitzner, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gary Kollin, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John W. Mauro, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Glenn M. Mednick, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Minervino Rodriguez, Jr., JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jay H. Solowsky, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Howard M. Talenfeld, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Richard E. Warner, JD '79, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Howard Talenfeld, JD '79, was included in Florida Trend's list of "500 Most Influential Leaders in Florida." (October 2021). 

Class of 1980

Hon. David R. Strickler, JD '80, was reappointed as a Copyright Loyalty Judge.

William P. Sklar, J.D. '80 was named office managing shareholder of Carlton Fields’ Tallahassee office. (Dec 2021)

Hon. Dave Lee Brannon, J.D. '80, passed away May 18,2021. 
Location: Lake Clark Shores, FL 
Tags: In Memoriam

Jeff S. Abers, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David F. Baron, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert W. Blanck, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John M. Brennan, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert M. Buckel, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Deborah S. Chames, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert P. Frankel, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David J. Horr, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

R. Hugh Lumpkin, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael A. Mullen, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert Orshan, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Patricia Ann Redmond, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Luis Reiter, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lauri Waldman Ross, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steven L. Schwarzberg, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Barry A. Stein, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

J. Donald Wasil, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David M. Wells, JD '80, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 1981

Richard Berkowitz, JD '81, received the Don Shula Outstanding Volunteerism Award from United Way Miami. 

Barry A. Nelson, JD '81, received the Distinguished Planner Award 2021 from the Estate Planning Council of Greater Miami. The council's award recognizes professionals for making outstanding contributions to the field of estate planning. (June 2021) 

Barry Nelson, JD '81, has been recognized as 1 of 10 notable practitioners ranked Band 1 in Florida Private Wealth Law in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2021 (6th Edition).  (July 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Steven R. Adamsky, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Bernard Allen, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Richard M. Bezold, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steven J. Brodie, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Burt Bruton, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mark S. Feluren, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jeffrey D. Fisher, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John S. Freud, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Bruce H. Lehr, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Wendy F. Lumish, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Evan R. Marks, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John W. McLuskey, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

William T. Muir, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Richard J. Preira, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Raymond L. Robinson, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Wilfredo (Fred) A. Rodriguez, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

José I. Rojas, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jose E. Sirven, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Cathy M. Stutin, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel A. Weiss, JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

J. Christy Wilson, III,  JD '81, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Barry A. Nelson, JD '81, LLM '87, recognized as 1 of 10 notable practitioners ranked Band 1 in Florida Private Wealth Law in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2023 (8th Edition).

Class of 1982 

Maria Hamar (Rivas Byrum), JD '82, was appointed as Judge in the Los Angeles Superior Court.

Steve Davis, JD '82 joined Haber Law as Senior Partner. (Dec 2021) 

Judge Shelley Kravitz, J.D. '82, passed away from heart disease on January 2, 2018. She was 64 years old and Miami-Dade’s longest-tenured County Court judge. Over the last 20 years, Kravitz spent her time at county elections headquarters as the chairwoman of Miami-Dade’s county canvassing board, where she helped review questionable ballots and presided over election recounts. Kravitz grew up in Hialeah and worked in the 1970's as an elementary school teacher before earning her law degree. She and her father, Harold Kravitz, practiced together before she became a county judge in 1993. Kravitz previously served as president of the Dade County chapter of the Florida Association for Women Lawyers and also acted as a mentor for new judges. At the time of her passing, Kravitz was running for reelection and was scheduled to be honored by the Dade County Bar Association next week.
Location: Miami, FL
Tags: In Memoriam

Hon. Kevin Emas, JD '82, received the Alan Schwartz Judicial Excellence Award presented by the Miami-Dade Bar. (October 2021)

Robert G. Amsel, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mark R. Antonelli, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

William S. Berk, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Keith Chasin, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David L. Deehl, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Sharon Quinn Dixon, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jeffrey Feiler, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Howard L. Friedberg, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

James N. Hurley, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Dennis G. Kainen, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Thomas M. Karr, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joseph C. Kempe, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Thomas R. Lehman, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jeffrey M. Liggio, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Deborah B. Marks, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Seth A. Marmor, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

George E. Nader, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steven R. Parson, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Peter R. Restani, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mark Seiden, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Marcia J. Silvers, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Richard C. Wolfe, JD '82, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 1983

Jeffrey Gilbert, JD ‘83, began a new position as Partner at Greenspoon Marder LLP.

Clay Reiner, JD '83, passed away in December 2022. 

Mark F. Raymond, JD '83, was honored as a Best Mentor in the Florida Business Review's Legal Awards 2022. 

Edith G. Osman, J.D. '83, has been recognized by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation as one of the 2021 Judicial Reception Honorees. (May 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Andrew S. Berman, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

William J. Blechman, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

W. Barry Blum, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steven J. Chackman, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Carol L. Schoffel Faber, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

James L. Ferraro, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Tammy J. Fox-Isicoff, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jeffrey C. Gilbert, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Glen R. Goldsmith, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Glenn J. Holzberg, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eric D. Isicoff, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ronald L. Kammer, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Darryl B. Kogan, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ira L. Libanoff, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eric Luckman, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Edith G. Osman, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mark F. Raymond, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott M. Sarason, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gary M. Stein, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Diane M. Trainor, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Benjamin S. Waxman, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Hayes G. Wood, JD '83, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Francis A. Citera, JD '83, named an "Ally of the Year" by Corporate Counsel as part of its 2023 Women, Influence & Power in Law Awards. 

Deborah Hoffman, JD ’83, was selected by Serving the Arts as winner of the Innovative Arts Funders Award, an award presented to a changemaker, foundation, or funding group that has designed innovative opportunities to fund the arts in Miami.

Class of 1984

Robert "Scott" Newman, JD '84, joined Kennedys Law LLP as a Partner. 

Hon. Catherine A. Gaudreau, J.D. '84, reappointed as Associate Judge of Surprise City Court. (July 2021)
Location: Surprise, AZ

Kerri L. Barsh, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Susan R. Brown, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David R. Carlisle, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steven E. Eisenberg, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alan K. Fertel, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Richard M. Goldstein, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Howard S. Grossman, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Marcos Daniel Jiménez, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Bruce A. Katzen, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael Kosnitzky, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alan J. Landerman, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Harold L. Lewis, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Roberta Mandel, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stuart R. Manoff, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert C. Meyer, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Todd Michaels, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brett A. Panter, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Pamela I. Perry, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Domingo C. Rodriguez, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott L. Rubin, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Harvey J. Sepler, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John C. "Jack" Shawde, JD '84, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 1985

Michael Kahme, JD '85, was sworn in as President of the Mercer County, NJ Bar Association (Feb 2022). 

John G. Mackie, LLM '85, opened a Naples Office of his law firm.

Robin Gerofsky Kaptzan, JD '85, joined Zahn Law Group as partner. (Dec 2021)

William "Bill" L. Summers, J.D. '85, passed away July 9, 2021. 
Location: Surfside, FL 
Tags: In Memoriam

Beth Vogelsang, JD '85, was listed in Naples Illustrated Magazine's "Top Lawyers" list.

 Peter Prieto, JD '85, was featured in Law Dragon's Lawyer Limelight. (October 2021)

Christopher N. Bellows, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Dorothy M. Breen, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Oscar J. Cabanas, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joanne Gelfand, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Christopher J. Greene, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nancy W. Gregoire, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael J. Higer, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Thomas E. Ice, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David A. Jones, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mitchell K. Karpf, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joseph T. Kissane, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alan D. Lash, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steven C. Marks, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Javier Perez-Abreu, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Peter Prieto, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eduardo I. Rasco, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Raquel (Rocky) A. Rodriguez, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert J. Rodriguez, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steven R. Simon, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David R. Softness, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joel L. Tabas, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Beth T. Vogelsang, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Abigail C. Watts-Fitzgerald, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Barry M. Wax, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Enrique Zamora, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert Zarco, JD '85, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Raquel Rodriguez, JD '85, was included in Florida Trend's list of "500 Most Influential Leaders in Florida." (October 2021) 

Cheryl Ada Elizabeth Little, JD '85, received the David W. Dyer Award.

Beth T. Vogelsang, JD '85, named as one of the Top 50 Women Lawyers in Florida and selected as as 2023 Florida Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers Magazine. 

Honorable Gordon Charles Murray, JD '85, presented with the 2023 Chief Justice Award for Judicial Excellence by the Florida Supreme Court and awarded the William M. Hoeveler Professionalism Award at the Florida Bar Annual Convention. 

Class of 1986

Roberto “Bob” R. Pardo, J.D. ’86, took office July 1, 2024, as president of Funding Florida Legal Aid (formerly Florida Bar Foundation).

Susan N. Eisenberg, JD '86, has been elected to the Cozen O'Connor Board of Directors. 

Andrew Novak, JD '86, joined Baker Donelson's Real Estate Group as counsel. 

Thane Rosenbum, JD '86, had an article titled The Apartheid Slander Against Israel and the Ideological Distortion of Human Rights published.

The Honorable Myriam Lehr, JD '86, was honored as a Distinguished Leader in the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

Glen H. Waldman, JD '86, was named managing attorney of the Miami office of Armstrong Teasdale.

Donna Ballman, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

M. Adam Bankier, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nancy K. Brodzki, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John R. Buchholz, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael Diaz, Jr., JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Susan N. Eisenberg, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Juan C. Enjamio, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert C. Gilbert, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew P. Gold, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jonathan H. Groff, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Virginia Easley Johnson, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Crane A. Johnstone, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lisa S. Levine, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ana Martin-Lavielle, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mitchell J. Panter, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Craig V. Rasile, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Maria L. Rubio, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Deanna S. Shifrin, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Marcia Soto, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Norman M. Waas, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Glen H. Waldman, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Edward E. Wollman, JD '86, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kimberly Kolback, JD '86, reappointed to serve on The Florida Bar’s Intellectual Property Certification Committee.  

Susan N. Eisenberg, JD '86, selected for inclusion in the 2024 edition of the Best Lawyers in America® for Employment Law and designated as Best Lawyers® "Lawyer of the Year" for Labor and Employment. 

Class of 1987

Laird A. Lilie, JD '87, was named to the 2023 Best Lawyers. 

Edward H. Davis, JD '87, was included in Latinvex Latin America's Top 100 Lawyers for his fifth consecutive year.

Michael R. Diliberto, JD '87, wrote an article titled "The Pandemic's Silver Lining for the Courts" for the Los Angeles Lawyer. 

Barry A. Nelson, JD '81, LLM '87, received his 28th recognition in the 2022 edition of Best Lawyers in America.

Laird A. Lile, LLM '87, has been elected without opposition to a ninth consecutive term on the Board of Governors for The Florida Bar. 

Silvia M. Garrigo, J.D. '87, named Chief Environmental, Social and Governance Officer of Royal Caribbean Group. (June 2021)  
Location: Miami, FL

Franco Joseph Biscardi, J.D. '87, passed away from cancer on April 23, 2018 at the age of 56. After graduating from law school, Biscardi worked as an attorney for the City of New York, dedicating his skills to the Department of Homeless Services. His interest in interior design led him to join forces with his architect husband, spending 20 years designing homes around the Hamptons, New York, Philadelphia and Palm Beach. His work has been published in industry magazines and he has been a featured interior designer on television programs and in show houses. In the early 1990s, Biscardi worked as a sous chef for Mario Batali. He shared his expertise in cooking and entertaining in a food blog called Italian-Ate.com. (April 2018)
Location: Southampton, NY
Tags: In Memoriam

Laird A. Lile, LLME '87, has been appointed to serve as the attorney on the Florida Supreme Court Florida Courts Technology Commission’s Workgroup on Assessing Legal Financial Obligations. (May 2021)
Location: Naples, FL

Michael R. Diliberto, recently penned “Lawyers and Judges in Harmony” for the Los Angeles Lawyer, the magazine of the LA county bar association. The article suggests that music is the antidote for professional stress. (August 2021)
Location: Los Angeles, CA

Mark R. Cheskin, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Edward H. Davis, Jr., JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John W. Devine, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Howard D. DuBosar, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jack A. Falk, Jr., JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Manuel A. Fernandez, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Terry L. Fogel, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David M. Garvin, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Theresa L. Girten, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Patrick B. Giunta, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joseph R. Gomez, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John J. Grundhauser, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kenneth R. Hartmann, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jennie S. Malloy, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Geoffrey B. Marks, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stephen M. Moon, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jan Michael Morris, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Barry A. Nelson, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael A. Petruccelli, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Guy A. Rasco, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jonathan W. Skipp, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

William P. Sklar, JD '87, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Laird Lile, LLM '87, included in Florida Trend's list of "500 Most Influential Leaders in Florida." (October 2021)

Ed Pozzuoli, JD '87, included in Florida Trend's list of "500 Most Influential Leaders in Florida." (October 2021)

Jennie Sue Mallow, JD '87, selected as a 2023 Florida Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers Magazine. 

Class of 1988

John A. Foley, J.D. '88, passed away on February 17, 2021. 
Location: Miami, FL
Tags: In Memoriam

Jonathan M. Cohen, J.D. '88, joined Alvarez & Diaz-Silveira as a part of its real estate team. Jon will serve as Counsel to the firm. (May 2021) 
Location: Miami, FL

Maria E. Abate, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert J. Borrello, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Richard E. Chait, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael B. Chesal, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David C. Cimo, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Maria T. Currier, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew L. Ellenberg, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jorge Espinosa, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jeannie M. Etter, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michele K. Feinzig, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brian J. Felcoski, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Marjorie S. Hensel, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Craig I. Kelley, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David A. Kleinberg, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Roger Kobert, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Roy S. Kobert, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Carlos D. Lerman, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Paul L. Orshan, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lawrence P. Rochefort, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott Rosen, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steve Rossi, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gary S. Salzman, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John P. Seiler, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jay B. Shapiro, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John K. Shubin, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jeffrey R. Sonn, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Charles Andrew Tharp, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jacqueline M. Valdespino, JD '88, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 1989

Judge Robert Rubinstein, JD ’89, was appointed to the Mercer County Superior Court bench.

Elizabeth M. Rodriguez, JD '89, was listed as a 2022 Super Lawyer and was named a 2023 Best Lawyer.  

Russel Whittle, JD '89, was listed in Naples Illustrated Magazine's "Top Lawyers" list.

Hon. Christina Pereyra-Alvaraz, JD '89, has been featured in JD Supra. (October 2021) 

Phillip A. Buhler, JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lisa M. Foran, JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Leopoldo Garcia, Jr., JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mariaelena Gayo-Guitian, JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

James Hannon, JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert Harris, JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ilyse M. Homer, JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott D. Kravetz, JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Dirk Lorenzen, JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

James Marx, JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nanette O'Donnell, JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Todd S. Payne, JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alan J. Perlman, JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Irene M. Porter, JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Elizabeth M. Rodriguez, JD '89, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott D. Kravetz, JD '89, appointed managing partner of the Miami office of Duane Morris. 

Class of 1990

Liz Adams, JD ‘90, became the founding broker-owner of Oak Creek Realty LLC.

Carlos Martinez, JD '90, received a Humanitarian Silver Medallion Award from the Miami Conference of Christians and Jews.

Karen Josefsberg Ladis, JD '90, received the Johnni M. Ridgely President's Award presented by the Miami-Dade Bar. (October 2021)

Michael R. Bakst, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert J. Becerra, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Warren S. Bloom, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Harris L. Bonnette, Jr., JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Luis A. Cordero, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael D. Ehrenstein, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert M. Einhorn, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Edward Etcheverry, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Albert L. Frevola, Jr.,JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael R. Gibbons, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jordi Guso, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lance A. Harke, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew R. Herron, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gene P. Kissane, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott A. Kornspan, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Vista, Nancy L. La JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brian F. LaBovick, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Thomas H. Loffredo, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Corali Lopez-Castro, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David M. McDonald, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

James J. Nosich, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Laura E. Prather, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Marlene S. Reiss, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jose R. Riguera, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Barry L. Simons, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Anthony N. Upshaw, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David J. Zappitell, JD '90, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Donna S. MacRae, JD '90, serving as the Executive Director of Three Rivers Legal Services, Inc. in Lake City, Florida.

Class of 1991

Xavier Cortada, JD '91, presented a TED Talk titled A Creative Approach to Community Climate Action.

Stuart Ratzan, JD '91, was honored as a Distinguished Leader in the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

David Hawthorne, JD '91, joined Pathman Lewis, LLP inn Miami as Partner. (Feb 2022)

Gene Sulzbergery, J.D. '92, has been named as the 2021 Finance Awards Honoree by South Florida Business & Wealth. (June 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Xavier Cortada, JD ‘91, joined Miami Law as an Artist in Residence and Professor of Practice.

Spencer Aronfeld, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert B. Birthisel, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Dana A. Clayton, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mark E. Grimes, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David R. Heffernan, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John M. Quaranta, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stuart N. Ratzan, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert F. Salkowski, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

James Schwitalla, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Siobhan H. Shea, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Peter K. Spillis, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David M. Tarlow, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert Torricella, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew B. Yaffa, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Edward H. Zebersky, JD '91, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 1992

Jeff Bass, JD '92, welcomes Judge Jennifer Bailey as a partner at Bass Law.

Amanda McGovern, JD '92, has been recognized as Lawyer of the Year in the Florida Business Review's Legal Awards 2022. 

Kimberly L. Boldt, JD '92, was honored as a Best Mentor in the Florida Business Review's Legal Awards 2022. 

Linda M. Thomas, J.D. '92, has been named Dean of the James Madison University Graduate School. (May 2021)
Location: Harrisonburg, VA 

Debra Zelman, J.D. '92, passed away the morning of December 30, 2017 after a long battle with stomach cancer. Before her passing, she started the Debbie's Dream Foundation, a patient advocacy organization which raises money for stomach cancer research and provides education and support services to patients and their families.
Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Tags: In Memoriam

James Crawford, III, LLM '92, has been named as the sixth President of Delician University. (July 2021)
Location: Tutherford, NJ

Jerry P. Brodsky, JD ‘92, has been elected Chair of the International Division (Division 8) of the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Forum on Construction Law. (September 2021) 

Hon. Fleur Lobree, JD '92, received the Mario Goderich Ethics Award presented by the Miami-Dade Bar. (October 2021)

Alex Alvarez, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jeffrey S. Bass, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kimberly L. Boldt, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Reggie L. Bouthillier, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David W. Brill, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David R. Chase, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Judson L. Cohen, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alan D. Danz, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Rolando A. Diaz, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Norman A. Fleisher, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Henry E. Gare, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jonathan S. Gelman, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eric M. Glazer, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael R. Goldstein, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Barry P. Gruher, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gary S. Lesser, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Richard C. Lorenzo, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John Cyril Malloy, III, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gregory L. Mayback, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Amanda M. McGovern, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel S. Newman, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Thomas A. Tucker Ronzetti, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alan B. Rose, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jorge E. Silva, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David H. Spalter, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Benton N. Wood, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael J. Yates, JD '92, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John Cyril Malloy III, JD '92, selected as a 2023 Florida Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers Magazine. 

Gary Lesser, JD ’92, joined the Kozyak Minority Mentoring Foundation Board.

Yvette Ostolaza, JD ’92, was named to CNBC’s inaugural Changemakers: Women Transforming Business list. The list includes 50 women that CNBC says have “made a mark on the business world”—including Centene CEO Sarah London, professional tennis player and entrepreneur Naomi Osaka, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, and singer-songwriter Taylor Swift.

Class of 1993

Donna J. Turetsky, LLMT '93, was named to the 2023 Best Lawyers. 

Ravi Brammer, JD '93, was promoted to Chief Assisitant Attorney General for the Child Support Enforcement Division of the Florida Office of the Attorney General. 

Stacey A. Giulianti, JD '93, is starting his 18th year as Cofounder and Chief Legal Officer of the Florida Peninsula Insurance Company. 

Dianne Olivia Fischer, JD '93, joined Sidley Austin as a Litigation Partner.

Kevin A. Nourizadeh, LLM '93, has recently joined Broker Educational, Sales & Training, Inc. as their Director of Business Development & Training. (Feb. 2022)

Location: Tampa, FL 

Greg Herman-Giddens, LLM '93, joined Galbraith Law in the areas of estate planning and trust administration.

Suzanne M. Amaducci-Adams, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Randy C. Bryan, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steven G. Calamusa, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Sarah Clasby Engel, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Anne Marie Estevez, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Deborah Packer Goodall, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

William P. Heller, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert W. Hudson, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Howard M. Hujsa, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Julie Braman Kane, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Seth R. Kaplan, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott A. Lazar, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Adam M. Moskowitz, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Adam T. Rabin, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alexander Reus, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Celina M. Rios, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jennifer K. Sardina, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Arthur T. Schofield, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott E. Solomon, JD '93, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Peter A. Matos, JD '93, selected as a 2023 Florida Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers Magazine. 

Donna J. Turetsky, LLM '93, named on the 2024 Best Lawyers List. 

Class of 1994

William “Bill” R. Lowman, Jr., J.D. ’94, partner at ShuffieldLowman, has been selected as 2024 Florida Super Lawyer. 

Judith Mercier, JD '94, received the 2022 Diversity in Business Award.

Beatriz Azcuy, JD '94, joined Sidley Austin as a Real Estate Partner. 

Constantine Alexandrakis, JD '94, was named CEO of Russel Reynolds. (January 2022)

Daniel Alter, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Bohm, Stacy E. Bercun JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brian H. Bieber, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Laurence Blair, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Susan K. Bozorgi, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Raúl J. Chacón, Jr., JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Dorothy F. Easley, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jennifer C. Frank, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jonathan Friedland, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jordana L. Goldstein, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jeffrey B. Kaplan, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

William R. Lowman, Jr., JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Judith M. Mercier, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Leon N. Patricios, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lester J. Perling, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott D. Rembold, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brian G. Rich, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gregg I. Shavitz, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Detra Shaw-Wilder, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Vincent F. Vaccarella, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Peter F. Valori, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Peter D. Waldman, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Randy M. Weber, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Glenn L. Widom, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Teresa E. Williams, JD '94, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Deborah J. Gander, JD '94, joined Freedland Harwin Valori as a named partner. 

William R. Lowman, JD '94, was selected as a 2023 Florida Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers Magazine. 

Class of 1995

Roy L. Weinfeld, JD '95, became an Adjunct Faculty member at Miami-Dade College. 

Corey B. Collins, JD '95, had his collection of Short Stories: Rhythm and Hues - Twenty-Three Stories of Hardship and Hope published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc. 

Maury Gostfrand, JD '95, was appointed to Descrypto's Strategic Advisory Board.

Michelle Diffenderfer, JD '95, was nominated for the 2022 Leadership Excellence Award by Leadership Palm Beach County. 

Michael Haggard, JD '95, received the Social Impact Award from the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

John Uustal, JD '95, was honored as a Best Mentor in the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

Andreas Hoffman, JD '95, was married. (December 2021)

Ralf R. Rodriguez, JD '95, joined Cozen O’Connor as a member of the Construction Law Group. (December 2021)

Patricia A. Leonard, JD '95, was elected to the Board of Directors of the Armory Art Center.

Marni Lennon, JD '95, was named co-chair to the Dean's Circle of the Squire Patton Boggs Foundation. 

Michelle Diffenderfer, JD ‘95, was recently elected Chair of the American Bar Association Section of Environment, Energy, and Resources (ABA SEER).  She will serve a one-year term, through August 2022.  

William Glenn Dill, JD '95, joined Kelley Kronenberg as Partner. (October 2021)

Brian Chabarek, JD '95, has been appointed as Freehold Township's labor counsel. (October 2021)

Location: Freehold, NJ

Kristin M. Ahr, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael C. Black, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Christopher D. Brown, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michelle Diffenderfer, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ury Fischer, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nina Greene, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jeffrey T. Kucera, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Patricia A. Leonard, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel R. Levine, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kevin M. Levy, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jason R. Margulies, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Paul B. Ranis, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mark Andrew Touby, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Melissa Damian Visconti, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jason I. Warshofsky, JD '95, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Patricia Anne Leonard, JD '95, published an article on the use of the constructive knowledge standard when evaluating evident partiality challenges to arbitration awards in Florida.

Douglas Solomon, JD ’95, joined Jackson Lewis P.C. at their office in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey.

Class of 1996

Armando Rodriguez-Feo, JD ‘96, began a new position as Circuit Civil and Appellate Mediator for Mediate  First, Inc.

Scott Beatty, J.D. ’96, has been named chair of Henderson Franklin’s Business Litigation Department.

Kevin Hellmann, JD ‘96, has been appointed to the Miami-Dade bench.

Thomas "Tom" Carrero, Jr., JD '96, joined Farah & Farah. 

Jignasha Amin Grooms, JD '96, joined DISCO as an Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer.

Melanie E. Damian, JD '96, was featured in the South Florida Business Journal as one of its Influential Business Women of 2022. 

Youndy C. Cook, JD '96, was named Vice President and General Counsel of the University of Central Florida. 

Jed Kurzban, JD '96, has released a new book "How Justice is Served." (May 2021)
Location: Miami, FL 

Dave Roy, JD '96, passed away on July 22, 2021. 
Location: West Palm Beach, FL 
Tags: In Memoriam

Leyza F. Blanco, JD '96, was recognized in the Bankruptcy & Workout category by Florida Trend’s Florida Legal Elite. (July 2021)
Location: Miami, FL 

Scott Beaty, JD '96, was listed in Naples Illustrated Magazine's "Top Lawyers" list. 

Joyce Ackerbaum Cox, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Sam Coffey, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lincoln J. Connolly, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Melanie E. Damian, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Adrian C. Delancy, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kristen M. Fiore, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Paul F. Grondahl, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael A. Haggard, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Patricia M. Hernandez, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Amanda R. Jacobson, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott Evan Kandell, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert J. Kuntz, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jed Kurzban, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stephen A. Marino, Jr., JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Spencer G. Morgan, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Marlene Quintana, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

James D. Sallah, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott L. Silver, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Dinah Stein, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David Steinfeld, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John J. Uustal, JD '96, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joseph M. Hernandez, JD '96, joined the Bilzin Sumberg law firm.

Class of 1997

Ronald "Ron" Ponzoli, JD '97, was reelected to the Florida Bar Board of Governors.

Hon. Ada Pozo, J.D. '97, will co-star with Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary on the new show "Money Court." (June 2021)
Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Dahlia Walker-Huntington, J.D. '97, was awarded by The American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) with the 2021 Diversity and Inclusion Award for outstanding efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion excellence in the immigration legal profession. (June 2021)
Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL

J. Allison Archbold, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eric N. Assouline, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Leyza F. Blanco, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David L. Bonham, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jeffrey Erez, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alex Espenkotter, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael S. Freedland, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kenneth A. Gordon, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Christopher J. Iseley, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Benedict P. Kuehne, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mark A. Levy, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Peter A. Matos, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael P. Mirer, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ronald P. Ponzoli, Jr., JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Francisco Ramos, Jr., JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew Reiss, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brandon Rotbart, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Zach B. Shelomith, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Bradley S. Shraiberg, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jayne Ann Skrzysowski Pittman, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

William R. Trueba, Jr., JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Maury Udell, JD '97, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 1998

 

Coralee Penabad, JD '98, was featured in the South Florida Business Journal as one of its Influential Business Women of 2022. 

Horacio Gutierrez, J.D. '98, joined Disney as general counsel, senior executive Vice President, and secretary. (January 2022) 

Seth Entin, J.D. '98, joins Greenberg Traurig’s international Litigation and Tax Practices as shareholder in the Miami office. (June 2021) 
Location: Miami, FL

Brett M. Amron, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lori Barkus, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Cristofer A. Bennardo, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Paul F. Berman, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robyn M. Blake, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jacqueline Calderin, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Adam S. Chotiner, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joanne M. Foster, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Darren W. Friedman, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Pamela M. Gordon, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott Haas, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kathryn DeVane Hamilton, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Amir A. Ladan, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Christos Lagos, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Chad K. Lang, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Tiffani G. Lee, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Matthew H. Mandel, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Matthew J. Militzok, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jason A. Setchen, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Richard L. Steinberg, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Harry P. Teichman, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Todd L. Wallen, JD '98, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ruben Alcoba, JD '99, has been annoucned as a speaker at the CRYPTOWORLDCON. (Miami 2022)

Class of 1999

Victoria Mendez, JD '99, started a new role as partner at Shutts & Bowen.

Eduardo Arista, JD '99, joined Holland and Knight as a partner in Private Wealth Services. 

Ryan M. Freel, JD '99, was announced as Office Head of Fragomen's Houston Office. 

Jaret L. Davis, JD '99, was honored as an Innovator in the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

Y. Lisa Colon, JD '99, was honored as a Best Mentor in the Florida Business Review's Legal Awards 2022. 

Telese L. Zuberer, JD '99, was named President of Icard Merrill Law Firm.

Tom Rooney, JD '99, was named CEO of the National Thoroughbred Racing Association. 

Victoria Méndez, J.D. '99, was honored with the 2021 Home Rule Hero Award by the Florida League of Cities, the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments.  (June 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Michelle Gervais, J.D. '99, authored a feature in NFL THREAD’s The Playbook, an annual magazine for THREAD, a private social network for NFL spouses (current and former) and mothers and daughters of former and current NFL players and coaches. (June 2021)
Location: Tampa, FL

Y. Lisa Colon, J.D. '99, was featured by the Daily Business Review as a Trailblazer in the area of Construction Law. (July 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Jaret Davis, JD '99, was recognized as One of Onyx Magazine's 2021 "Men of Honor." (September 2021)

Location: Miami, FL 

Hon. Linda Lopez, JD '99, has been nominated by President Biden for the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. (2021) 

Jason R. Alderman, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Adrian Neiman Arkin, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alexander E. Barthet, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jaret L. Davis, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

S. Patrick Dray, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John Fulton, Jr., JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stuart I. Grossman, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John E. Hughes, III, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David A. Jagolinzer, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brian L. Lerner, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael L. Lundy, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Adam D. Lustig, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Tom J. Manos, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Telese B. McKay, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Bobbi Meloro, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott L. Mendlestein, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew M. Moss, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Benjamin Older, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stephen J. Padula, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alina Alonso Rodriguez, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel B. Rogers, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mark S. Roher, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jonathan Rose, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Thomas B. Scolaro, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael D. Walsh, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Carlos A. Zumpano, JD '99, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jaret L. Davis, JD '99, was included in Florida Trend's list of "500 Most Influential Leaders in Florida." (October 2021)

Michelle Gervais, JD '99, was included in Florida Trend's list of "500 Most Influential Leaders in Florida." (October 2021)

Nikki Lewis Simon, JD '99, received individual recognition in the Diversity and Inclusion Category of the Daily Business Review's 2023 Florida Legal Awards.

Timothy M. Ravich, JD '99, joined Tressler LLP as Senior Counsel. 

2000s Class Notes

Class of 2000

Lynn Carrillo, JD ‘00, began a new position as Director of Commercial Legal at FIFA.

Erum Kistemaker, JD ’00, was named a Super Lawyer for the 9th consecutive year.

Oliver Gilbert, JD ’00, has been automatically re-elected to the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners.

Mya M Hatchett, JD '00, joined Maynard, Cooper & Gale as a Shareholder. 

Sabrina Gallo, JD '00, was featured in the South Florida Business Journal as one of its Influential Business Women of 2022. 

Rebecca J. Williams, JD '00, was promoted to Partner at Conroy Simberg. 

Saif Ishoof, JD '00, was appointed by the Miami Mayor as Senior Advisor for Innovation and Technology. (January 2022)

Rebecca Amster Cantor, JD '00, passed the National Licensure Exam and became a fully licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Florida.

Katie S. Phang, J.D. '00, will co-star with Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary on the show "Money Court." (June 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Suzanne S. Hollander, J.D. '00, has been appointed Director of the Department of Real Estate Asset Management (DREAM) by Miami City Manager. (May 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Sabrina Puglisi, J.D. '00, has been installed as President of the Dade County Bar Association. (August 2021)
Location: Miami, FL  

Garrett J. Biondo, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jason A. Brodie, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Howard M. Bushman, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stephen F. Cain, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ami L. DiLorenzo, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David S. Farber, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David J. Halberg, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mya M. Hatchette, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Geoffrey D. Ittleman, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Sonja A. Jean, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Erum S. Kistemaker, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ryan Kuhl, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jordan M. Lewin, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Fred E. Moore, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Katie S. Phang, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Sabrina Puglisi, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Richard Bo Sharp, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Noah D. Silverman, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Adam Steinberg, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kira E. Willig, JD '00, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 2001

Michele R. Korver, J.D. '01, has been named as the first-ever Chief Digital Currency Advisor for the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the United States Department of the Treasury. (July 2021)
Location: Washington, D.C.

Jesse N. Bernheim, JD '01, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jeremy C. Daniels, JD '01, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Patrick S. Montoya, JD '01, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alexander J. Perkins, JD '01, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jason M. Rodgers-da Cruz, JD '01, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Judd G. Rosen, JD '01, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Todd D. Rosen, JD '01, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Rene F. Ruiz, JD '01, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Philip J. Schipani, JD '01, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 2002

Joseph DiRuzzo III, JD ‘02, was promoted to Partner at Margulis Gelfand DiRuzzo & Lambson, LLC.

Kendra Davis-Briggs, JD '02, was appointed as Judge of the Superior Court for the District of Columbia. 

Stenise L. Rolle, JD '02, was appointed as Magistrate Judge of Prince George's County Circuit Court in Maryland.

Raymie Walsh, JD '02, joined Black Srebnick as Special Counsel. 

Kristen Perkins, JD '02, joined Kennedys Law LLP as a Partner. 

JooYeun Chang, JD '02, was announced as the new director of the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation's Child Well-being Program. 

Amanda Sharkey-Ross, JD '02, presented to the Rotary Club of Fort Myers on May 17th about Maritime Law.

David Silver, JD '02, was honored as an Innovator in the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

Miriam Soler Ramos, JD '02, is the incoming President-elect of the Cuban American Bar Association.

Kenndra Briggs, JD '02, was nominated by Joe Biden for the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. (December 2021)

Amanda Sharkey-Ross, JD '02, was listed in Naples Illustrated Magazine's "Top Lawyers" list.

Laura O'Neill-Kaumo, JD '02, named president and CEO of The American Concrete Pavement Association. (July 2021)
Location: Rosemont, IL

Patricia Acosta, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael R. Candes, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mark Egner, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Porpoise Evans, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

James P. Gitkin, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John Gravante, III,  JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Adilia C. Hedges, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Dolly Hernandez, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jackie Hodes, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Christopher L. Marlowe, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Hung V. Nguyen, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steven A. Nullman, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Carlos F. Osorio, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brett C. Powell, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Justin M. Savioli, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joshua Spector, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jason Turchin, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Vanessa Vasquez de Lara, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gregory M. Yaffa, JD '02, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Amanda Sharkey-Ross, JD '02, selected as a 2023 Florida Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers Magazine.

Class of 2003

Donnie Brown, JD ‘03, was promoted to Senior Vice President of Maritime Policy at Cruise Lines International Association.

Claudine A. Chen-Young, JD ’03, has made the Chambers and Partners ranking.

Melissa B. Catello, JD '03, was promoted to partner at Pietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick & Raspanti, LLP. 

Alyson M. Laderman, JD '03, was promoted to Managing Partner for Bloodworth Law, PLLC. 

Fara Gold, JD '03, won the FBI Directors Award for work on the U.S. v. Eric Kindley trial. 

Cynthia Hilla, JD ’03, was recently elected to the National Board of Directors for Lambda Legal, the nation's oldest and most prominent organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people and everyone living with HIV through impact litigation, education and public policy work. (August 2021)
Location: Seattle, WA

Devang Desai, JD '03, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Marissel Descalzo, JD '03, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Maritza Estevez-Pazos, JD '03, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael Friedman, JD '03, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel Harwin, JD '03, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Arnoldo B. Lacayo, JD '03, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Justin C. Leto, JD '03, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Elizabeth Tener, JD '03, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

A. Antonio Tomas, JD '03, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Samuel R. Troy, JD '03, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eduardo J. Valdes, JD '03, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel E. Vielleville, JD '03, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Claudine A. Chen-Young, JD '03, joined the Winston & Strawn law firm as a partner. 

Robert Clary, JD ’03, veteran tax lawyer, has joined Baker McKenzie as a Partner in their Chicago office.

Class of 2004

Gil O. Acevedo, JD '04, was promoted to counsel at HuntonAndrews Kurth. 

Monique D. Hayes, JD '04, joned DGIM Law as a partner in the bankruptcy practice. 

Jason Domark, JD '04, has been promoted from member to Shareholder at Cozen O'Connor and has been appointed co-chair of both the International Litigatioin Subcommittee and the Alternative Disipute Resolution subcomittee for the American Bar Association's Commercial and Business Litigation Committee. 

Eric Ostroff, JD '04, was honored as a Distinguished Leader in the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

Jason Domark, JD '04, helped author chapters of the American Bar Association's latest book titled "Litigating Fiduciary Duty Claims," and served as an editor of the publication. 

Adam H. Garner, JD '04, & Melanie J. Garner, JD '04, are in private practice together in Pennsylvania, PA. Adam was named a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer in 2021.

Michael R. Futterman, JD '04, joined Duane Morris. (Feb. 2022) 

Location: Newark, NJ

David F. Birke, JD '04, was prommoted to co-chair of Akerman's corporate practice group.

Jake Baccari, JD '04, was hired as Partner at Duane Morris. 

Jason Barker, JD ’04, was named Partner at Holland & Knight. (December 2021)

Rachel Cullen Ganz, JD ’04, became a Florida Board Certified Civil Trial lawyer. (July 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Elaine Walter, JD ’04, was named Florida Bar Board Certification lawyer of the month by the Florida Bar Board Certification. (July 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Monique D. Hayes, JD ’04,  has been elected Chair of the University of South Florida Alumni Association. (July 2021) 
Location: Tampa, FL

Liana Kotcher, JD ’04, writing as Rektok Ross has published her second novel "Ski Weekend." (2021) 
Location: CA

Christopher M. Drury, JD '04, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Monique D. Hayes, JD '04, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eric S. Kane, JD '04, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jermaine A. Lee, JD '04, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel M. Novigrod, JD '04, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John E. Page, JD '04, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joseph A. Passeretti, JD '04, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew Rochen, JD '04, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brett M. Steinberg, JD '04, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Elaine D. Walter, JD '04, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel E. Zumpano, JD '04, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ari M. Tenzer, JD '04, ranked in the 2023 edition of Chambers & Partners USA.

Class of 2005

Garrett Reuter Jr., JD '05, LLM, started a new position as Partner at UB Greensfelder.

Sandrine Desamours, JD ’05, was named an inductee to the Rutgers African-American Alumni Alliance Hall of Fame.

Michael Travis Hayes, LLME '05, was named to the 2023 Best Lawyers. 

Michael E. Strauch, JD '05, joined Lash & Goldberg as a Business Litigation Partner. 

Lucy M. Berkman, JD '05, was hired as Special Counsel at Phillips Lytle. 

Kimberley A. Prior, JD '05, joined Winston & Strawn's Miami Office as Partner. 

Sean Coyle, JD '05, was announced as a finalist in the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

Leah A. Foertsch, LLM '05, was promoted to Partner at Pannone Lopes Devereaux & O'Gara. 

Nory Acosta-Lopez, JD '05, joined the Directors Board of the Cuban American Bar Association.

Dr. Geri Fischman, JD '05, a senior trial consultant at Focus Litigation Consulting, spoke to the Wall Street Journal about the ongoing Elizabeth Holmes trial. 

Amanda Frizelle, JD ’05, has accepted a position as a trial attorney for the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

Navin Pasem, JD '05, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert M. Borak, JD '05, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lisa Capote, JD '05, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alex Diaz, JD '05, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jorge D. Guttman, JD '05, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Paul S. Leinoff, JD '05, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Matthew P. Leto, JD '05, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Liliana Loebl, JD '05, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Keith A. Pierro, JD '05, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Danya Pincavage, JD '05, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David A. Rothstein, JD '05, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Peter Rowell, JD '05, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Aaron J. Silberman, JD '05, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Cherie L. Silberman, JD '05, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brendan A. Sweeney, JD '05, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Shawn Y. Libman, JD '05, joined Clarke Silverglate, P.A. in Miami as a partner.

Stephanie M. Simm, JD '05, joined Clarke Silverglate, P.A. in Miami as a partner.

Danya J. Pincavage, JD '05, recognized in the 29th edition of the Best Lawyers in America®.

Class of 2006

Michael E. Longo, JD ‘06, was promoted to Vice President of Coverage & Complez Claims at Chubb.

Garrett Reuter Jr, LLM ‘06, began a new position as Parter at UB Greensfelder.

Tiffany Walls-Fox, JD '06, was elevated to Equity Partner at Edlin, Gallagher, Huie + Blum. (Feb. 2022) 

Location: Los Angeles, CA 

Jennifer McLoone, JD ’06, helped Whirlpool defeat a multimillion-dollar privacy class action. (July 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Thomas S. Ward, J.D. '06, a partner at Rennert Vogel Mandler & Rodriguez has been admitted to practice in New York. (May 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Olesia Y. Belchenko, JD '06, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel Bensimon, JD '06, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Elizabeth A. Boan, JD '06, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alexandra Bach Lagos, JD '06, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brian Levin, JD '06, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David B. Levin, JD '06, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jennifer McLoone, JD '06, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ryan W. Owen, JD '06, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Adam D. Rossen, JD '06, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Monica C. Segura, JD '06, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joshua Shore, JD '06, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael C. Shue, JD '06, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Peter A. Tappert, JD '06, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Marko F. Cerenko, JD '06, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

B. Michael Clark, Jr., JD '06, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gerry A. Giurato, JD '06, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Philip A. Gold, JD '06, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Niva M. Harney-Hiller, JD '06, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Bryan Hawks, JD '06, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ryan B. Lamchick, JD '06, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jeremy H. Segal, JD '06, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nicholas D. Siegfried, JD '06, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jaime Rich Vining, JD '06, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Thomas Ward, JD '06, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eric S. Kane, JD '06, received the 2022 National Professional Advisor of the Year Award from the American Cancer Society.

The Honorable Christine P. Bandin, JD '06, appointed judge of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court. 

Class of 2007

Erica Weiner, JD '07, started a new position as a business affairs executive at CAA-CBG Global Brand Management Group. 

Daniel Dennis, LLM '07, was announced President of Illustrated Properties. 

Heiko G. Moenckmeier, JD ’07, had a baby. (December 2021)

Melissa Groisman, JD ’07, will serve as counsel at Haber Law.

Adrian J. Alvarez, JD '07, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jamil G. Daoud, JD '07, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kaari-Lynn S. Gagnon, JD '07, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael S. Hoffman, JD '07, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Franklin S. Homer, JD '07, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

George Demetrios Lagos, JD '07, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David L. Luck, JD '07, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Marla Neufeld, JD '07, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jessica Captain Novick, JD '07, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Natalia Salas, JD '07, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jason Ari Smith, JD '07, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Anthony C. Soroka, JD '07, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Erwin A. Acle, JD '07, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Maria Paula Aguila, JD '07, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Liah C. Catanese, JD '07, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Edward Dabdoub, JD '07, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jaime D. Guttman, JD '07, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Russell M. Landy, JD '07, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joseph Mamounas, JD '07, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Sidney Needelman, JD '07, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Diane P. Perez, JD '07, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Anthony H. Quackenbush, JD '07, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Preston Scheiner, JD '07, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Javier Sobrado, JD '07, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 2008

Andy Thomson, JD ‘08, was elected City Council Member for the City of Boca Raton.

Scott Burger, ‘08 exchange student, was promoted to Partner at Allen Stahl + Kilbourne.

Jennifer Hochstadt, JD ’08, was appointed as judge of the Miami-Dade County Court.

Donald Clarke, JD '08, was promoted to partner at Genova Burns.

Geoffrey Lottenberg, JD '08, was named in the South Florida Business Journal's 40 Under 40 Lst.

Jeff R. Vogel, JD '08, was promoted from member to Shareholder at Cozen O'Connor.

Mindy Brodsky, JD '08, is serving as the Interim Director of the Miami School of Law externship program. 

Jason B. Bloom, JD '08, joined Baker Donelson's Business Litigation Group as Of Counsel. 

Quinn Smith, JD '08, received the Unsung Hero Award from the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

Sarah B. Jacobson, JD '08, was named Partner by Day Pitney. (Jan. 2022)

Laura Cohen, LLM '08, joined Baas, Berry & Sims as a senior corporate attorney in its Corporate & Securities practice. 

Ellen Fontanella, JD '08, was promoted to partner at Smith, Gambrell & Russell. (January 2022) 

Joseph Rose, JD '08, became a Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator. (July 2021) 
Location: Tallahassee, FL 

Daniel Matthias Coyle, JD '08, was recognized in the Commercial Litigation category by Florida Trend’s Florida Legal Elite. (July 2021) 
Location: Miami, FL 

Leopoldo Martinez Noset, JD ‘08, has been nominated by President Biden to serve as Executive Director of the Inter-American Development Bank.

Lindsay A. Gunia, JD ’08, has joined Stearns Weaver Miller’s Coral Gables office as a Shareholder in the Marital & Family Law group.

Evan D. Appell, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jason Berkowitz, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stephanie M. Chaissan, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jesse Dean-Kluger, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joshua B. Feinberg, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stephanie A. Fichera, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alan L. Grinberg, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brandon Grzandziel, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Evan Gutwein, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Sarah B. Jacobson, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Adam C. Kerlek, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Arya Attari Li, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Glen M. Lindsay, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Geoffrey Lottenberg, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David T. Podein, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Colin Riley, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joseph H. Rose, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Josh M. Rubens, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stephanie L. Serafin, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brent F. Sibley, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Quinn Smith, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alessandra Stivelman, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brett B. Trembly, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kristin A. Vivo, JD '08, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ido J. Alexander, JD '08, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eric Bluestein, JD '08, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew S. Feldman, JD '08, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Timothy A. Kolaya, JD '08, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lyle B. Mazin, JD '08, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Richard I. Segal, JD '08, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nydia Streets, JD '08, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Arya Attari Li, JD '08, joined the Lockton Companies as Assistant Vice President, Insurance and Claims Counsel.

Class of 2009

Berit Griffin, JD '09, started a new position as Senior Attorney for the Office of Children's Legal Services of Florida.  

 Elizabeth Chandler, JD ‘09, began a new position as Contract Administrator at the Colorado Department of Early Childhood.

Michael Kramarz, JD ‘09, was promoted to Tax Principal by Kaufman Rossin.

Brendan Everman, JD '09, was promoted to partner at Pryor Cashman. 

Todd Chelius, JD '09, joined Norton Rose Fulbright as a partner in its tax practice. 

Derek Caracciola, JD '09, joined William Blair as a managing director on the Private Capital Markets team. 

Haydee Sera, JD '09, joined the Directors Board of the Cuban American Bar Association.

Chaundi Randolph, LLMP '09, joined the firm Nixon Peabody LLP. (December 2021)

Shannon Puopolo, JD '09, became a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Mediator. (December 2021)

Christopher Pizzo, JD '09, was named to New Jersey Law Journal's New Leaders of the Bar list.

Shannon Puopolo, JD '09, was listed in Naples Illustrated Magazine's "Top Lawyers" list.

Todd B. Chelius, J.D. '09, joined Dorsey & Whitney as partner. (July 2021) 
Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Vincent F. Alexander, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Francisco Cieza, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brian C. Costa, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jesse Drawas, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brendan Everman, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jonathan E. Feuer, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brandon Forgione, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kimberly Freedman, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Freddy Funes, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nicole W. Giuliano, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alaina Karsten, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joey M. Lampert, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michelle Cohen Levy, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Christopher Maranges, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Thomas J. Pate, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Shannon M. Puopolo, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers; named a 2023 Florida Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine. 

Ian S. Ronderos, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eric Rudenberg, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Harout Jack Samra, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Luisa Santos, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steven Sarrell, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Reid Alan Schaeffer, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eric Tinstman, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Sasha Westerman-Keuning, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Rochelle Wimbush, JD '09, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gregory S. d'Incelli, JD '09, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jane W. Muir, JD '09, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

William R. Seitz, JD '09, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jane Whalley Muir, JD '09, received the Johnnie M. Ridgely President's Award.

Class of 2010

John Theobald, JD ‘10, was promoted to Director-Business Development at UnitedLex.

David Green, JD '10, was promoted to partner at Campolo, Miiddlteon & McCormick LLP 

Keon Hardemon, JD '10, joined Greenspoon Marder as a Partner.

Justin D. Luger, J.D. '10, was reappointed to the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee as General Counsel for the Chamber for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. (July 2021) 
Location: Miami, FL

Wayne Atkins, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Harrison Bergman, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew J. Bernhard, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Charles Brumby, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Matthew M. Comiter, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Deana D. Falce, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kenneth R. Florio, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jeffrey Fraser, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brett L. Goldblatt, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Adam S. Goldman, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael B. Green, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Christopher Hahn, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gianna Hillis, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Barbara Kibbey, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ian M. Kirtman, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David Kligler, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Adriana Kostencki, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lindsey Lehr, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Justin Luger, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jordan D. Maglich, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Stephanie C. Mazzola, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Victor Petrescu, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Justin D. Petrie, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Audrey Pumariega, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kelly K. Roberts, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jesse B. Soffer, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Chase Sorenson, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kara Strochlic, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Tyler J. Tanner, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nicole L. Wulwick, JD '10, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Karen Lungarelli, JD '10, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Max N. Panoff, JD '10, received Super Lawyers designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Class of 2011

Jan Timothy Williams, JD ‘11, began a new position as Associate at Jackson Lewis P.C.

Matthew Chamoff , J.D. ’11 has joined Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in the Fort Lauderdale office as Senior Counsel.

Erin E. Bohannon, JD '11, joined Levine Kellog Lehman Schneider & Grossman LLP as a Litigation partner. 

Justin Shapiro, JD '11, won a settlement in the Miami Rodeway Inn Hotel case. 

Cara Convery, JD '11, was hired to lead Georgia's first statewide Gang Prosecution Unit. 

David Moreno, JD '11, joined BlankRome as a Partner.

Ana Hernandez, JD '11, was appointed to the bench as an Associate Judge of Baltimore District County.

Gayland O. Heatcoat, II, JD '11, joined ArentFox Schiff as counsel in their Health Care practice.

Jordan Isrow, JD '11, received the On the Rise Award from the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

Alan R. Rosenberg, JD '11, received the On the Rise Award from the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

Erika Whyte, JD '11, received the On the Rise Award from the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

Victoria J. Wilson, JD '11, received the On the Rise Award from the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

Hope Zellinger, JD '11, was honored as a Distinguished Leader in the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

Jason M. Goldstein, JD '11, was named a member of the law firm of Harkavy Shainberg Kaplan PLC in Memphis, TN. 

Emily B. Weeks, JD '11, was named firm shareholder at Hill Ward Henderson. (Jan 2022)

Location: Tampa, FL 

Brian McGuire, JD '11, joined City Furniture as Director of Legal Operations. (Feb. 2022)

Tamara Rizkalla, JD '11, has joined the DC office of Greenberg Traurig as Shareholder. (December 2021)

Milana Kuznetsova, JD '11, has been named as one of this year’s 40 under 40 in Information Security by the ISACA New York Metropolitan Chapter. (May 2021)
Location: New York, NY

Alan R. Rosenberg, JD '11, has been elected Treasurer of the Bankruptcy Bar Association of the Southern District of Florida. (June 2021) 
Location: Miami, FL 

Christopher Horton, JD '11, has earned board certification in construction law from The Florida Bar. (August 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Jack Wright, JD '11, has received an AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell. (July 2021)
Location: Charlotte, NC

Nyana Abreu Miller, JD '11, has been nominated and invited to join Class X of the III NextGen Leadership Program. (July 2021)
Location: Miami, FL 

Andrew Agnini, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Tori L. Anderson, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Zachary Bodenheimer, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Erin E. Bohannon, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ryan J. Bollman, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Cory Brandfon, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joseph A. Cafaro, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Benjamin Carter, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Darci Cohen, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Marianne Curtis, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Josh R. Dell, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andre Dreyfuss, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Pedro P. Echarte, III, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Steven Ehrlich, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael Leon Eisenband, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John P. Fischer, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nicola A. Gelormino, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alejandra Gil, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jason Goldstein, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jake M. Greenberg, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Christopher Horton, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gregory Kahn, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mason Kerns, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jared R. Kessler, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John H. Lee, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Edward "Ted" J. McNamara, IV, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott Merl, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nyana Abreu Miller, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eric C. Morales, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott W. Plankey, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Beshoy Rizk, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Sonia Roca, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alan R. Rosenberg, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Caitlin F. Saladrigas, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel Marc Schwarz, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Justin B. Shapiro, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Monika E. Siwiec, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eva M. Spahn, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael S. Steiner, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David DeSales Switzler, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David Tamaroff, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Caitlin Trowbridge, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Arthur Robert Weaver, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Emily Weeks, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Victoria J. Wilson, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Christopher M. Yannuzzi, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Hope Zelinger, JD '11, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jorge A. Perez Santiago, JD '11, appointed Judge of Miami-Dade County Court.

Jill K. Schmidt, JD '11, joined Shumaker Loop & Kendrick LLP as a partner. 

Hope C. Zelinger, JD '11, recognized in the 2023 Florida Legal Trend Legal Elite's List of Notable Managing Partners.

Jason M. Goldstein, JD '11, honored as one of the city’s top attorneys by Memphis’ leading business publication, Memphis Business Journal, and selected for inclusion in the 2023 Best of the Bar awards program, which highlights the Memphis top legal professionals.

Class of 2012

Lana Maria Naghshineh, JD '12, opened a wholly owned subsidiary of her construction law firm LMN Legal, PA in London, England.

Lisa Lanham, JD ‘12, began a new position as Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig.

Christopher Bogren, JD ‘12, was promoted to Vice President of Advanced Planning at Jackson.

John Dowling, JD ‘12, began a new position as Associate Attorney at Rawson Law, PLLC. 

Melissa Mantel, JD ‘12, was promoted to Partner at Mantel McDonough Riso, LLP.

Daniel B. Harris, LL.M ’12, a partner at ShuffieldLowman, has been named Rising Star by 2024 Florida Super Lawyers.

Jodi Avila, JD ’12, was named a Florida Top Lawyer Under 40 by Daily Business Review.

Kayla Pragid, JD ’12, was named a Florida Top Lawyer Under 40 by Daily Business Review.

Scott Snyder, JD ’12 and LLM ’12, was named a Florida Top Lawyer Under 40 by Daily Business Review.

Jack Wright, JD '12, has been named partner at Cranfill Sumner LLP. 

Jared R. Kessler, JD '12, joined Winston & Strawn's Miami Office as a Partner.

Margo Ceresney, JD '12, joined Cozen O'Connor Law Firm in its Private Client, Trusts & Estates Group. 

Ryan Klarberg, JD '12, was elevated to cousnel at Pryor Cashman. (Jan 2022)

Location: New York, NY 

Aaron Williams, JD '12, was promoted to partner at Greenspoon Marder. (Fort Lauderdale)

Kyle Hershey JD '12, was named partner at Holland & Knight. (January 2022)

Dale Evans, JD '12, was elected partner of Locke Lord. (December 2021)

Justin S. Wales, JD '12,  joined K&L Gates as a partner in the firm’s LA and Miami offices practicing Blockchain and Virtual Currency Law. (July 2021) 
Location: Miami, FL 

Rebecca N. Casamayor, JD ’12, has been elevated to Partner at Haber Law.

Jamie D. Alman, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Manny Arce, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nabeel K. Basit, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jason G. Blilie, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Omar K. Bradford, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gino J. Butto, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Rebecca Casamayor, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jacqueline Costoya Guberman, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew Cummings, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

W. Aaron Daniel, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael C. Fasano, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel J. Feight, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nicole M. Fernandez, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nicholas Grandal, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Valerie L. Haber, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Niyala A. Harrison, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eric C. Hayden, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kyle T. Hershey, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Matthew Horowitz, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Elizabeth Hughes, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Mark Ingram, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Peter J. Klock II,  JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nicole Kruegel, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David J. Lehr, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Tal Lifshitz, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Seth J. Mersky, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Sebastian Ohanian, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eric Olson, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Vanessa Palacio, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott B. Perry, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Natalie Prager, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kayla L. Pragid, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nicole Reid, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

George R. Reynolds, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ana Romes, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

David H. Salmon, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brenda Schamy, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Peter Schoenthal, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Geoffrey Schosheim, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew C. Sharpe, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joshua D. Silver, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Sara J. Singer, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrew J. Sky, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Paul Souferis, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Eric J. Strauss, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Keith Strunin, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jennifer Tarquinio, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Justin Wales, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Aaron T. Williams, JD '12, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Elizabeth Hughes, JD '12, named an “ On the Rise” award recipient.

Daniel Brian Harris, JD '12, named a 2023 Florida Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine. 

Christopher R. Callahan, JD '12, LLM '13, selected to the 40 Under 40 List by the South Florida Business Journal.

Jodi Avila, JD ’12, was named a Florida Top Lawyer Under 40 by Daily Business Review.

Kayla Pragid, JD ’12, was named a Florida Top Lawyer Under 40 by Daily Business Review.

Scott Snyder, JD ’12 and LLM ’12, was named a Florida Top Lawyer Under 40 by Daily Business Review.

Class of 2013

Mary Lovett, JD ‘13, was promoted to Program Director, Contract Administration at Florida State University.

Brandon DeGel, J.D. ’13, selected as 2024 Florida Super Lawyer.

Karen Murillo, JD '13, was added to teh AARP Advocacy Team as Advocacy Manager. 

Craig Distel, JD '13, received the On the Rise Award from the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

Ryan M. McCarthy, JD '13, has been named a Partner and Shutts & Bowen.

Brandon DeGel, JD '13, was named firm shareholder at Winderweedle, Haines, Ward & Woodman, P.A. (Jan 2022) 

Location: Orlando, FL 

Jeremy Kahn, JD '13, joined Berman Fink Van Horn as counsel.

Alejandro Arias, JD '13, was named partner at Holland & Knight. (January 2022)

Benjamin Taormina, JD '13, was named partner at Holland & Knight. (January 2022)

Daniel Hanlon, JD '13, was named partner at Holland & Knight. (January 2022)

Jennifer Davis, JD '13, was inducted into the Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. as a charter member of the Broward County Radiance Chapter. (December 2021)

Justin Stivers, JD '13, had a baby, Sophia Grace. (December 2021)

Cassandra S. Nelson, JD '13, received a recognition in Ones to Watch in the practice area of Trusts and Estates in the 2022 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America. 

Alexis A. Riordan, J.D. '13, joined K&L Gates’ Charleston office as a counsel in the firm’s Real Estate practice group. (July 2021)
Location: Charleston, SC

Abraham David Benhayoun, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brandon Degel, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ian E. DeMello, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Blake V. Dolman, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

W. John Eagan, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Tara E. Faenza, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lauren Forenza, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Matthew Friendly, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

John E. Gavigan, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Olivia Kelman, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jessica L. LaFaurie, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Max Leinoff, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joshua A. Levine, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael Levine, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Cassandra Lombard, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lauren A. Marsicano, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel L. McDermott, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Angelica L. Novick, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joshua L. Plager, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Christopher Prater, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Frank Sardinha, III, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kamal Sleiman, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott M. Snyder, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Brian M. Spiro, JD '13, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Scott M. Snyder, JD '13, elevated to partner at Fox Rothschild LLP.

Jeremy B. Shir, JD '13, joined Shutts & Bowen's Fort Lauderdale officer as a partner. 

Brandon Scott DeGel, JD '13, named a 2023 Florida Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine. 

Anna Stein, JD '13, joined the Tampa office of Adams and Reese as a Special Counsel.

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Class of 2014

Evariest Callens, ’14 exchange student, began a new position as an Independent Advisor of Financial Regulation.

Alex Litt, JD '14, has been elevated to counsel at Moritt Hock & Hamroff. 

George Matcalfe, Jr., JD '14, joined Gunster as Of Counsel in the Private Wealth Services practice. 

Bryan N. Vega, JD '14, received the On the Rise Award from the Daily Business Review's Florida Legal Awards 2022. 

Albert del Castillo, Jr., JD '14, has been named a Partner at Shutts & Bowen. 

Oliver Sepulveda, JD '14, has been named a Partner at Shutts & Bowen.

Robert A. Bernstein, JD '14, received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell. 

Tiffany Wu, JD '14, was named Vice President of Justice, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion at LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance. 

Jordan L. Behlman, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Robert A. Bernstein, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Julie Blackmore, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Laura Callava, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lisandra Estevez, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Christina Flatau, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alexander P. Gil, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Allison Green, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alexander Heydemann, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Christina M. Himmel, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel M. Ilani, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Matthew Kohen, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Michael Lewenz, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Sean T.C. Lindsey, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Freddi Mack, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Kyle Ohlenschlaeger, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jordan Redavid, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Antonio P. Romano, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Tiffany Ruggiero, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gabriel Saade, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Prosper Shaked, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jordan A. Shaw, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Chelsea T. Silvia, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Justin Stivers, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Alexander Strassman, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ryan M. Tarnow, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Beard, Cristina Vicens JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ramsey Villalon, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Aaron S. Warner, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Ryan B. Weiss, JD '14, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Matthew E. Kohen, JD '14, elevated to partner at Zebersky Payne Shaw Lewenz, LLP.

Class of 2015

Leah Aaronson, JD ‘15, began a new position as Vice President of Legal & Business Affairs, Litigation at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.

Nancy Shalhub, JD '15, joined Ogletree Deakins in their Business Litigation Practice. 

Tiffany Hawes, JD '15, welcomed a baby into her family. (December 2021)

Mysha Browning, JD '15, welcomed a baby into her family. (December 2021)

Octavia Monique Green, J.D. '15, Octavia Monique Green, JD ’15, was recently featured in the article “Clerkships remain largely white. Can law students of color shake up the status quo?” by NBC News. (July 2021)

Brittney Savino, J.D. '15, has joined Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP as a litigation attorney. She advises corporations and insurance companies on a wide range of insurance-related matters. She has also handled personal injury litigation, represented major cruise lines in maritime litigation, and provided support in white collar criminal cases. (May 2021))
Location: Miami, FL

Jamey Campellone, JD '15, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Lauren I. Doyle, JD '15, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Rebecca Greenfield, JD '15, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joseph M. Kaye, JD '15, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Natasha Khoyi, JD '15, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Carolyn Leigh Kirkland, JD '15, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Andrea Martinez, JD '15, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Sean Mendez-Catlin, JD '15, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Berenice M. Mottin-Berger, JD '15, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Christopher A. Noel, JD '15, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Joseph H. Picone, JD '15, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Julian Rudolph, JD '15, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Daniel Wolfe, JD '15, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Natalie Zagury, JD '15, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Erica R. Haft, JD '15, elected to the East Coast Estate Planning Council (ECEPC) of Palm Beach County’s board of directors for the 2023-24 term.

Class of 2016

Jessica Underwood, JD ‘16, began a new position as Judicial Law Clerk for the Fourth District Court of Appeal.

Amanda Preston, JD ’16, was named a Florida Top Lawyer Under 40 by Daily Business Review.

Alexander Salinas, JD '16, was promoted to Partner at TA PLLC. 

Jamie Lincenberg, JD '16, was selected to the 2022 Southern California Rising Star list. 

Amanda Seymour, JD '16, joined HunterMaclean as an associate in the Commercial Real Estate Group.

Adam Weiss, J.D. '16, was promoted to partner at Solomon, Cooperman, and Recondo. (December 2021)

Devon Arnold, J.D. '16, joins Fox Rothschild LLP as an Associate in the Litigation Department. (December 2021)

Mackenzie C. Ruroede, J.D. '16, joins Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd as an associate. (June 2021) 
Location: Greenville, SC

Melissa V. Jordan, J.D. '16, is now senior counsel at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman. (July 2021) 
Location: Miami, FL

Stephanie Koutsodendris, J.D. '16, joined Bilzin Sumberg. (July 2021) 
Location: Miami, FL

Jessica Neer McDonald, JD '16, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Gina Raijman, JD '16, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Maximilian Viski-Hanka, JD '16, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Melissa Victoria Jordon, JD '16, serving as the new secretary of the Miami Dade Bar. 

Lincoln "Kyle" Kokaram, JD '16, joined the Manely Firm, P.C. as an associate attorney. 

Amanda Preston, JD ’16, was named a Florida Top Lawyer Under 40 by Daily Business Review.

Class of 2017

Alexa Klein, JD '17, joined Black Srebnick as an associate in the criminal defense division. 

Daniela Cimo, JD '17, joined Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman as an Associate. 

Christopher Hydrick, JD '17, joined Chamerlain Hrdlicka as an Associate.

Sara M. Klock, JD '17, was honored as one of the 'Canes 30 Under 30 Outstanding Yount Alumni by the University of Miami Alumni Association. 

Martin Rosenow, JD '17, was married.

Kelly L. Frecker, JD '17, was married. (Jan 2022)

Emily Balter, JD '17, joined the Directors Board of the Cuban American Bar Association.

Emily Balter, JD '17, was married to Michael Fernandez. (December 2021)

Devon Renee Waring, JD '17 and Elijah Waring, JD '17, were married. (December 2021)

Olivia Hansen, JD '17, joined Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman as a senior associate attorney. 

Nicole Comparato, JD '17, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jordan Isicoff, JD '17, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Nicole D. Moss, JD '17, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

 

 

Class of 2018

Radhika Patel, JD '18, joined Liberty Mutual as Field Counsel. 

Jillian K. Skinner, JD '18, was selected to the 2023 Best Lawyers "Ones to Watch" List. 

Natalia Liashenko, JD '18, has joined the Atlanta offce of Baker Donnelson as an associate. 

Nicholas Shadowen, JD '18, was recently named partner at Hilliard Shadowen LLP and was nominated to the Thomas Reuters Texas "Rising Stars" list for 2022 and 2023. 

Alessandria San Roman, JD '18, was honored as one of the 'Canes 30 Under 30 Outstanding Yount Alumni by the University of Miami Alumni Association. 

Haley Moss, JD '18, was honored as one of the 'Canes 30 Under 30 Outstanding Yount Alumni by the University of Miami Alumni Association. 

Ashley Gomez-Rodon, JD '18, helped author chapters of the American Bar Association's book titled Litigating Fiduciary Duty Claims, and served as an editor of the publication. 

Max Frizalone, JD '18, recently opened his own criminal law firm, FrizWoods (June 2022). 

Nicole Langesfeld, J.D. '18, passed away July 10, 2021 in the tragic Champlain Tower Condo collapse. 
Location: Surfside, FL 
Tags: In Memoriam

Michelle DeVos, JD '18, was featured in The American Lawyer.

Haley Moss, JD '18, received the "Making a Difference By Breaking Barriers" Award from the American Bar Association.

Carlos Rodríguez-Feliz, LLM '18, has joined the invite-only, exclusive Haute Lawyer Network with a concentration in Entertainment and Intellectual Property Law in the South Florida Area.
Location: Miami, FL 

Jessica Nowak, JD '18, joined Brown Altman & DiLeo as an associate. (August 2021)
Location: Melville, NY

Alexis Mason, JD ’18, joins GrayRobinson as an Associate. (August 2021)

Location: Miami, FL

Daniel Celaya, JD '18, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Yasbel Perez, JD '18, received Rising Stars designation in 2021 by Super Lawyers.

Jillian Skinner, JD '18, joined Dean Mead as an associate. (September 2021) 

Haley Moss, JD ’18, recognized by Yes She Can as an accomplished lawyer, neurodiversity advocate, author, and keynote speaker.

Class of 2019

Candelario Saldana, JD '19, was listed as one of the LGBTQ+ Bar Association's  40 Best Lawyers under 40 list. 


Rachel Kratz, JD '19, joined Gunster Real Estate Law practice. (Tampa, FL)

Daniel A. Badovinac, JD/LLM '19, has joined Carlton Fields as an associate. (October 2021)

Location: Miami, FL

Class of 2020

Maja Veselinovic, JD '22, has joined Ogletree Deakins as an Associate in their Miami office. 

Chloe Palinsky, JD '20, started a new position as Associate Attorney at Eric J. Grabois, P.L. 

Aaron Seals, JD ‘20, began a new position as Corporate Counsel for Rokt.

Lance Maynard, JD ‘20, began a new position as Corporate Associate at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough.

Anne Marie Carbo, JD ‘20, began a new position as Senior Staff Attorney at the Fourth District Court of Appeal.

Cara Lutz, LLM ‘20, began a new position as Senior Manager of Estate Planning & Asset Protection at Neil Jesani Advisors, Inc.

J. Michael Paulino, J.D. ’20, has joined the Miami office of the law firm of Hinshaw & Culbertson as a Litigation Associate.

Romney Manassa, JD '20, joined Gunster as an associate.

Mike Ruttledge, JD '20, joined Johnson & Martin in Fort Lauderdale as an IP Litigation Associate.

Tessa Mears, J.D. '20, joined Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman as an associate. (December 2021)

Zachary Ross, J.D. '20, joined GrayRobinson. (July 2021)
Location: Orlando, FL

Hayley Sukienik, J.D. '20, joined the Hinshaw & Culbertson law firm as an associate. 

William R. Hahn, JD '20, appointed Treasurer of the Escambia-Santa Rosa Bar Association's Young Lawyers Division.  

Selene C. Vasquez, JD '20, joined the West Palm Beach Office of Fox Rothschild LLP as an associate.

Class of 2021

Sherman Neal II, LLM ‘21, began a new position as Deputy Campaign Director for Sierra Club.  

Jordan E. Shayne, JD ‘21, LLM ‘22, began a new position as Manager of Joint Development and Real Estate Coordination for Miami-Dade County.

Joyce Wu, JD ‘21, began a new position as Associate at Ver Ploeg & Marino.

Jordyn Quinn, JD '21, joined Bressler, Amery & Ross.

Michael A. Magoulas, JD '21, joined Dunwody White & Landon as an associate. 

William C. Selfridge, JD '21, was married ini Winston-Salem, North Caroliina, on Septmber 24, 2022 to the Reverend Adriana Craver. 

Brooke M. Mesner, JD '21, joined Ratzan Weissman & Boldt as an attorney, featured in Miami Today. 

Joyce Wu, JD '21, joined Hinshaw & Culbertson as an Associate.

Leandra Lopez, JD '21, joined Gunster as an Associate in the firm's Business Litigation Practice.

Greg Fritzius, JD '21, joined Sidley Austin as an associate. 

Gabriella Falla, JD '21, joined Tenzer Arrieta, PLLC as an associate. 

Andrea Ochoa Lozano, JD '21, joined Tenzer Arrieta, PLLC as an associate. 

Erika L. Porrino, JD '21, joined Tenzer Arrieta, PLLC as an associate. 

Samuel Raymond, JD '21, joined Cummings & Lockwood LLC as an associate. (Jan 2022) 

Location: Naples, FL

Savannnah Padgett, J.D. '21, joined GrayRobinson as an associate. (January 2022)

Gabrielle Engel, J.D. '21, joined Holland & Knight as an associate. (December 2021)

Jordan Rhodes, J.D. '21, received the "Outstanding Graduate Student" Award at the 2021 Lavender Celebration. (May 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Timothy Loftus, J.D. '21, joined the University of Miami School of Law as the Fredman Family Foundation Health Disparities Project Practitioner-in-residence and lecturer. (July 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Dylan Z. Echevarria, J.D. '21, was featured in the Miami New Times. Dylan, or Eche Pachan, released an album "Reflections." (July 2021)
Location: Miami, FL

Alexander Cohen, JD ‘21, joined Atkinson, PA as an Associate Attorney.  (September 2021)

Sydney Smith, JD ’21, joins Vasquez de Lara Law Group. (August 2021)

Location: Miami, FL

Brittany Frizelle, JD ’21, featured in the Miami Heralds article “Self-care and finding peace: How some women have coped with the stresses of COVID.” (September 2021)

Location: Miami, FL

Ethan Katz, JD ’21, joins BastAmron as an Associate. (August 2021)

Location: Miami, FL

Karina Oms, JD '21, became an associate at  Gold & Gold, P.A. (September 2021)

Location: Boca Raton, FL

Tony Bell, JD '21, joined LKLSG as an associate.

Matthew Zawislinski, JD '21, joined Holland & Knight as an associate.

Lauren E. Thronson, JD '21, joined Lowndes as an associate.

Joanna Niworowski, JD '21, joined AXS Law.

Jordan Luczaj, JD/LLM '21, joined Carlton Fields as an associate.

Class of 2022

Jake Bland, JD ‘22, began a new position as Associate at Bilzin Sumberg.

Kyle Cooper, JD ‘22, began a new position as Managing Attorney at Cooper Law.

Lauren Maier, JD ‘22, began a new position as Associate at Lieser Skaff.

Natasha Alvarez, JD '22, joined Hinshaw Miami as an associate attorney. 

Eduardo J. Cruz, JD '22, joined Hinshaw Miami as an associate attorney. 

Sabrina Janeiro, JD '22, joined Hinshaw Miami as an associate attorney. 

Daniel Robinson, JD '22, joined Hinshaw Miami as an associate attorney. 

Gabrielle Crawford, JD '22, joined Bressler, Amery & Ross. 

Charli Beam, JD '22, published "Machine Learning Based Medical Devices: The FDA's Regulation, Requirements and Restrictions."

Alexandria Cinney, JD '22, was named as Greenberg Traurig's Equal Justice Works Fellow. 

Max Budowsky, JD '22, joined Sidley Austin as an Associate. 

Ally Levy, JD '22, joined Sidley Austin as an associate. 

Class of 2023

Adam Bernstein, JD '23, started a new position as Assistant State Attorney at the State Attorney's Office for the 15th Judicial Circuit. 

Takaze A. Turner, LLM ’23, 25, began a new position as editor for Esports Legal News. 

Tristan Clapham, JD ‘23, began a new position as Attorney at Baker McKenzie.

Matthew Shalna, JD ‘23, began a new position as Judicial Law Clerk at the United States District Court for The Southern District of Florida.

Victor Bruzos, JD ‘23, was promoted to Intellectual Property Associate, Registered Patent Attorney at Malloy & Malloy, P.L. 

Adam Bernstein, JD ‘23, began a new position as Assistant State Attorney at the State Attorney’s Office for the 15th Judicial Circuit.

Giselle Coalla, J.D. ’23 has joined Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in the Fort Lauderdale office as an associate.

Faculty Updates

Professors Newman and Sawicki won an IDSC grant for their new project, “The Terms and Conditions of Generative AI.” They will be analyzing the terms and conditions that apply to users of generative AI models.

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