Chad S. Friedman – Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman https://www.wsh-law.com At the Crossroads of Business, Government & the Law Wed, 03 Sep 2025 13:46:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 WSHC+B Partners Recognized in Florida Trend’s 2025 Notable Real Estate / Land Use Attorneys https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/wshcb-partners-recognized-in-florida-trends-2025-notable-real-estate-land-use-attorneys/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Wed, 03 Sep 2025 13:46:00 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=12410 Congratulations to WSHC+B partners Chad S. Friedman, Fabio Giallanza, Anthony L. Recio, and Susan Trevarthen on being recognized as Florida Trend Legal Elite Notable Real Estate / Land Use Attorneys. Their inclusion will be featured in the September issue of Florida Trend. Florida Trend Media Company’s editorial review team vetted and selected individual attorneys who […]

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]]> Congratulations to WSHC+B partners Chad S. Friedman, Fabio Giallanza, Anthony L. Recio, and Susan Trevarthen on being recognized as Florida Trend Legal Elite Notable Real Estate / Land Use Attorneys. Their inclusion will be featured in the September issue of Florida Trend.

Florida Trend Media Company’s editorial review team vetted and selected individual attorneys who qualified for inclusion by meeting and exceeding specific methodology and criteria parameters that were put in place for its nomination process. To qualify for the list, lawyers must have been nominated by peers and business associates for their experience and impact on their field of law, as well as their influence within the community while demonstrating strong leadership in professional organizations and civic/community service initiatives. The state’s most influential attorneys were selected after a year-long research initiative by the editors of Florida Trend.

Representing WSHC+B’s real estate and land use practices, these attorneys play a key role in advancing the firm’s work throughout South Florida. Their commitment and leadership has earned them recognition in the profession, while they continue to mentor within their teams and advocate for their communities.

To view all of the Notable Real Estate / Land Use Attorneys, please click here.

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]]> WSHC+B Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/wshcb-attorneys-selected-for-inclusion-in-the-best-lawyers-in-america/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Thu, 21 Aug 2025 15:21:00 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=12391 Congratulations to all our attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for inclusion in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.  Thirty-eight lawyers were recognized across nineteen distinct practice areas, and thirteen attorneys were recognized as Ones to Watch. Two of our attorneys received “Lawyer of the Year” honors. Miami Office Managing […]

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]]> Congratulations to all our attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for inclusion in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. 

Thirty-eight lawyers were recognized across nineteen distinct practice areas, and thirteen attorneys were recognized as Ones to Watch.

Two of our attorneys received “Lawyer of the Year” honors. Miami Office Managing Director Mitchell A. Bierman was recognized for his work in Administrative / Regulatory Law in Miami, and Partner Michael J. Kurzman was recognized for Litigation – Construction in Fort Lauderdale.

Best Lawyers has employed the same transparent methodology for more than 35 years, based entirely on peer review. 

The following includes all Firm attorneys named and areas in which they are recognized:

Miami, FL

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Boca Raton, FL

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]]> WSHC+B Named Among Florida Trend’s “Biggest Law Firms In Florida” https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/wshcb-named-among-florida-trends-biggest-law-firms-in-florida/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Wed, 07 May 2025 19:24:24 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=12061 WSHC+B is proud to announce that our firm has been named among Florida Trend’s “Biggest Law Firms in Florida” for 2025. Top Florida executives recognized from the firm include Mitchell Burnstein, Jamie A. Cole, Mitchell A. Bierman, Brett J. Schneider, and Chad S. Friedman. The annual list recognizes national and international firms based in Florida […]

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]]> WSHC+B is proud to announce that our firm has been named among Florida Trend’s “Biggest Law Firms in Florida” for 2025. Top Florida executives recognized from the firm include Mitchell Burnstein, Jamie A. Cole, Mitchell A. Bierman, Brett J. Schneider, and Chad S. Friedman.

The annual list recognizes national and international firms based in Florida with between 75 and 500 employed attorneys, highlighting their significant size, reach, and impact across the state.

View the full list here.

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]]> Gov. DeSantis announces Florida’s New Government Efficiency Task Force: What It Means for Governmental Agencies and Government-Funded Entities https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/gov-desantis-announces-floridas-new-government-efficiency-task-force-what-it-means-for-governmental-agencies/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Fri, 28 Feb 2025 17:05:15 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=11756 On February 24, Governor Ron DeSantis signed an executive order launching the Florida DOGE Task Force, a state-level initiative aimed at eliminating inefficiencies and reducing costs across governmental agencies and potentially government-funded private entities, vendors, partners, and contractors. This task force will operate for one year, using artificial intelligence to conduct audits and recommend budget cuts. These […]

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On February 24, Governor Ron DeSantis signed an executive order launching the Florida DOGE Task Force, a state-level initiative aimed at eliminating inefficiencies and reducing costs across governmental agencies and potentially government-funded private entities, vendors, partners, and contractors. This task force will operate for one year, using artificial intelligence to conduct audits and recommend budget cuts.

These entities will likely face increased scrutiny and be required to comply with audit findings and implement recommended changes.  WSHC+B advises local governments and government-funded entities undergoing government investigations and audits, providing guidance to navigate compliance requirements and regulatory reviews. Our team has extensive experience advising public sector clients on audit response strategies and risk management.

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Click here to read the official statement and here to read a New York Times article about the Florida DOGE Task Force.

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]]> WSHC+B Attorneys Selected for Inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America 2025 https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/wshcb-attorneys-selected-for-inclusion-in-the-best-lawyers-in-america-2025/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Thu, 15 Aug 2024 15:21:06 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=11292 Congratulations to all our attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©.  Of the 47 lawyers recognized, 12 of the firm’s attorneys were recognized for the very first time and 14 attorneys were recognized as Ones to Watch.  Best Lawyers has employed the […]

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]]> Congratulations to all our attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. 

Of the 47 lawyers recognized, 12 of the firm’s attorneys were recognized for the very first time and 14 attorneys were recognized as Ones to Watch. 

Best Lawyers has employed the same transparent methodology for more than 35 years, based entirely on peer review. 

The following includes all Firm attorneys named and areas in which they are recognized:

Miami

Fort Lauderdale

Boca Raton

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]]> WSHC+B’s Road to the World Cup 2026 Focus Group interviewed by DBR Florida https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/wshcbs-road-to-the-world-cup-2026-focus-group-interviewed-by-dbr-florida/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Fri, 29 Mar 2024 16:39:24 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=11034 WSHC+B’s Road to the World Cup 2026 Focus Group was recently interviewed by the Daily Business Review for their recognition as 2024 Florida Legal Awards finalists in the Innovators category. “We are thrilled to be selected by the DBR as a 2024 Florida Legal Awards finalist in the Innovators category. Our well-rounded RTWC2026 Focus Group […]

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]]> WSHC+B’s Road to the World Cup 2026 Focus Group was recently interviewed by the Daily Business Review for their recognition as 2024 Florida Legal Awards finalists in the Innovators category.

“We are thrilled to be selected by the DBR as a 2024 Florida Legal Awards finalist in the Innovators category. Our well-rounded RTWC2026 Focus Group is at the forefront of helping businesses and governments take advantage of the exciting opportunities offered by the 2026 FIFA World Cup games being hosted in South Florida,” says Marlon Hill, WSHC+B Partner and member of the RTWC2026 Focus Group.

Our RTWC2026 Focus Group, composed of Alan K. Fertel, Chad S. Friedman, Fabio Giallanza, Marlon A. Hill, Mitchell A. Bierman, and Nelson Slosbergas, will be at the forefront of the Firm’s efforts in assisting clients with their World Cup-related business activities. 

The firm’s RTWC2026 Focus Group will be honored at the DBR’s Florida Legal Awards event on April 4, 2024. 

Read more here: https://www.law.com/dailybusinessreview/2024/03/10/innovators-weiss-serota-helfman-cole-bierman/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss

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]]> WSHC+B’s Road to the World Cup 2026 Focus Group recognized by DBR Florida Legal Awards https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/wshcbs-road-to-the-world-cup-2026-focus-group-recognized-by-dbr-florida-legal-awards/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Thu, 08 Feb 2024 15:09:13 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=10911 Congratulations to WSHC+B’s Road to the World Cup 2026 Focus Group for being recognized as a Daily Business Review 2024 Florida Legal Awards finalist in the Innovators category.  Our Road to the World Cup Focus Group – RTWC2026 Focus Group, composed of Alan K. Fertel, Chad S. Friedman, Fabio Giallanza, Marlon A. Hill, Mitchell A. […]

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]]> Congratulations to WSHC+B’s Road to the World Cup 2026 Focus Group for being recognized as a Daily Business Review 2024 Florida Legal Awards finalist in the Innovators category. 

Our Road to the World Cup Focus Group – RTWC2026 Focus Group, composed of Alan K. Fertel, Chad S. Friedman, Fabio Giallanza, Marlon A. Hill, Mitchell A. Bierman, and Nelson Slosbergas, was recognized for its innovative approach to providing professional assistance to clients preparing for the 2026 World Cup.

The RTWC2026 Focus Group will be at the forefront of the Firm’s efforts in assisting clients with their World Cup-related business activities. With its multilingual and multicultural team, the RTWC2026 Focus Group is well versed in serving domestic as well as international businesses and organizations in French, Italian, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Spanish and Hebrew.

The firm’s RTWC2026 Focus Group will be honored at the DBR’s Florida Legal Awards event on April 4, 2024. 

To view the full list of honorees and finalists, click here.

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]]> WSHC+B Creates 2026 FIFA World Cup Focus Group https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/wshcb-creates-2026-fifa-world-cup-focus-group/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Wed, 27 Sep 2023 16:32:02 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=10760 The Law Firm of Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman (WSHC+B) has assembled a group of professionals to assist its clients in anticipation of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in South Florida and around the United States.  The World Cup will be held in 3 host countries: the United States, Mexico, and Canada from June […]

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]]> The Law Firm of Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman (WSHC+B) has assembled a group of professionals to assist its clients in anticipation of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in South Florida and around the United States. 

The World Cup will be held in 3 host countries: the United States, Mexico, and Canada from June 11 to July 19, 2026. As the largest FIFA World Cup with forty-eight (48) participating teams, the 2026 World Cup will draw millions of visitors and the support of numerous local and multinational sponsors.

Miami has been selected as one of 16 host cities in the United States and the Hard Rock stadium in Miami Gardens will be the venue for matches. Other locales in Miami-Dade County and around South Florida, including those surrounding major transportation hubs, universities, and other public venues, will benefit from the hosting of this international sporting event.

WSHC+B has a proven track record in assisting both public and private entities with the production and hosting of major sporting and cultural events in Miami and South Florida.  The focus group, named the Road to The World Cup – RTWC2026 Group, is composed of professionals practicing in the areas of governmental affairs, sports and entertainment, immigration, intellectual property, business transactions, labor & employment, and real property.

Attorneys at WSHC+B have represented event stakeholders and producers during various stages of event planning, promotion, and final production, including the challenges of balancing neighborhood quality of life and the economic impact of the events. WSHC+B attorneys have been involved with, in different capacities, major events such as Superbowls, NBA championships, Miss Universe, Formula 1 races, Art Basel Miami Beach, NASCAR, Miami Caribbean Carnival, international tennis tournaments, and the Miami International Boat Show, among others.

The RTWC2026 Group will be at the forefront of the Firm’s efforts in assisting clients with their World Cup-related business activities. With its multilingual and multicultural team, the RTWC2026 Group is well versed in serving domestic as well as international businesses and organizations in French, Italian, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Spanish and Hebrew.

Clients may leverage the expertise of the RTWC2026 Group to receive assistance in such matters as participating in: 

  • Logistics, permitting, and public space use agreements for major public events;
  • Government procurement procedures and compliance matters;
  • Negotiating sponsorship or endorsement agreements;
  • Developing immigration plans for the movement of talent and personnel;
  • Drafting international commercial contracts and strategic guidance for the licensing or leasing of real property for special events. 

 

About Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman, P.L.:

Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman, P.L. is a prominent Florida law firm serving corporate, governmental and individual clients with an integrated array of professional services including commercial litigation, land-use and real estate law, construction law, telecommunications law, labor and employment law, government law and governmental relations. The firm has offices in Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Tampa and Gainesville. For more information, visit www.wsh-law.com.?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss



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]]> WSHC+B Attorneys Selected For Inclusion In The Best Lawyers In America 2024 https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/wshcb-attorneys-selected-for-inclusion-in-the-best-lawyers-in-america-2024/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Thu, 17 Aug 2023 19:02:12 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=10645 Congratulations to all our attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for inclusion in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©.  Of the 41 lawyers recognized, 12 of the firm’s attorneys were recognized for the very first time and 12 attorneys were recognized as Ones to Watch.  Best Lawyers has employed the […]

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]]> Congratulations to all our attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for inclusion in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. 

Of the 41 lawyers recognized, 12 of the firm’s attorneys were recognized for the very first time and 12 attorneys were recognized as Ones to Watch. 

Best Lawyers has employed the same transparent methodology for more than 35 years, based entirely on peer review. 

The following includes all Firm attorneys named and areas in which they are recognized:

Miami

Fort Lauderdale

Boca Raton

Tampa, FL

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]]> WSHC+B attorneys named among Top Lawyers and Top Up and Comers in the 2022 South Florida Legal Guide https://www.wsh-law.com/news-updates/wshcb-attorneys-named-among-top-lawyers-and-top-up-and-comers-in-the-2022-south-florida-legal-guide/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss Mon, 01 Aug 2022 15:04:20 +0000 https://www.wsh-law.com/?p=9678 The firm is pleased to announce that 21 attorneys have been recognized in the 2022 edition of The South Florida Legal Guide’s annual list of Top Lawyers and Top Up and Comers in the region. Attorneys included as Top Lawyers are nominated by their peers, have extensive experience and a notable record of achievement. The […]

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]]> The firm is pleased to announce that 21 attorneys have been recognized in the 2022 edition of The South Florida Legal Guide’s annual list of Top Lawyers and Top Up and Comers in the region. Attorneys included as Top Lawyers are nominated by their peers, have extensive experience and a notable record of achievement. The Top Up and Comers are considered the next generation of leaders in the South Florida legal community.

The firm’s attorneys included in the guide are listed below.

Top Lawyers

Mitchell A. Bierman – Government Relations, Litigation

Mitchell J. Burnstein – Eminent Domain

Jamie A. Cole – Government Litigation, Corporate And Business Litigation

Andrew Demers – Banking and Financial Institutions

Alan K. Fertel – Entertainment And Sports, Civil Litigation

Chad S. Friedman – Land Use, Zoning and Environmental Law

Edward G. Guedes – Appellate Law

Alen H. Hsu – Business and Real Estate Litigation

Michael J. Kurzman – Construction Law

John Quick – Litigation

Anthony L. Recio – Real Estate – Land Use And Zoning

Brett J. Schneider – Employment Law

Clifford A. Schulman – Environmental, Real Estate – Land Use And Zoning

Joseph H. Serota – Corporate And Business Litigation, Government Litigation

Marc I. Solomon – Business Organizations, Acquisitions and Conveyances

Richard J. Weiss – Government

Rana M. Gorzeck – Banking or Commercial Real Estate

Lewis R. Cohen – Banking or Commercial Real Estate

 

Top Up and Comers

Alicia Gonzalez – Real Estate, Eminent Domain

Justin D. Luger – Litigation

Edward O. Martos – Land Use And Zoning

 

Click here to view the full 2022 South Florida Legal Guide.

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