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Firm Summary

Akerman LLP

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The Miami-based Akerman LLP, established in 1920, has grown to have a significant footprint across the United States, with 700 attorneys across 25 different US offices today. The firm’s practice spans a wide range of industries, but they’re consistently recognized for their expertise in middle-market M&A and complex disputes. With deep experience in the financial sector, Akerman has been recognized by The Financial Times as one of the most forward-thinking and innovative firms in the legal market today.

Firm Stats

Firm Name
Akerman LLP
U.S. Lawyer Headcount
726
Headcount Change Since 2016

Overall +87

Partner +84

Hours Required
Unspecified
Top Feeder Schools
University of Florida - Levin College of Law, University of Miami School of Law, Florida State University College of Law
Average Lawyer Tenure at Firm (Years)
5.4
Revenue Per Lawyer Change Over Five Years
11%
Women Partners (as Percentage of U.S. Lawyer Headcount)
20%
Women Partners (As a Percentage of U.S. Partnership)
32%
Promotion Rate
8%
Most Common Federal Case Types
Consumer Credit, Foreclosure), Other Real Property
Most Active Federal Jurisdictions
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, U.S District Court for the Middle District of Florida, U.S. District Court of the Southern District of Texas
Frequent Federal Litigation Clients
Newrez LLC, Nationstar Mortgage LLC, The Bank of New York Mellon
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Firm Policies

Work/Life Balance

  • 12 weeks primary caregiver leave
  • Tech stipend
  • Telecommuting

Superstars

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Grasford Smith
Partner - Litigation

A complex commercial litigation partner in Akerman’s West Palm Beach office, Smith is no stranger to awards and recognition. In July 2021, he was selected by the National Bar Association (NBA) as the recipient of the Clyde E. Bailey Award, elected as the organization’s Region XI Chair, and was appointed by the United States District Court of the Southern District of Florida to serve as a member of the Federal Magistrate Judge Merit Selection Panel for the vacancy created by the passing of Magistrates Judge Dave Lee Brannon.

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Rubén Castillo
Chair - Akerman Bench

Prior to joining Akerman and serving as a first chair litigator and chair of Akerman Bench, one of the nation’s largest panels of former appellate and trial court judges, seasoned appellate lawyers, and former state and federal law clerks who provide guidance and feedback for optimal trial and appellate court presentations, Castillo served as Chief Judge of the Northern District of Illinois. In 2021, he was selected as the winner of the Chambers Diversity & Inclusion Awards: North America in the “Outstanding Contribution” award category, recognizing an outstanding commitment across multiple aspects of diversity and inclusion in the legal profession.

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Genaira L. Tyce
Partner - Labor and Employment

A recognized star in the world of labor and employment law, Tyce recently joined the firm to help expand its employment law expertise to meet new client needs due to the pandemic. Previously, Tyce served for a decade as a senior field attorney with the National Labor Relations Board.

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Brenda K. Radmacher
Partner - Litigation, Construction

A veteran liigator known for specializing in complex construction disputes, Rademacher recently joined Akerman to expand the firm’s litigation capabilities in Los Angeles.

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