Ms. Allen also previously served as a Summer Intern at Freeborn, where she worked with the Litigation Practice Group on projects involving trademark litigation, non-solicit and non-compete agreements, and other commercial litigation matters. Ms. Allen received her B.A. from the University of Texas (Dean’s Honors List, magna cum laude), and her J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School. In law school, she served as the Associate Editor of the Journal of Race and Law, the Programming Chair of the Women Law Student Association, and a Student Attorney for the Environmental Law and Sustainability Clinic and the Civil-Criminal Litigation Clinic…. Read more
Mr. André frequently writes on topics relating to construction dispute resolution, construction contracting, manufacturing, trade sanctions, and other topics intersecting with the construction industry. Mr. André has been published in publications including the Atlanta Business Chronicle and SGR’s quarterly magazine, Trust the Leaders. A proud Hoosier, Mr. André received his B.A., summa cum laude with distinction, in Political Science from Wabash College in Crawfordsville, Indiana. While at Wabash, he was elected to both Phi Beta Kappa and Lambda Pi Eta. Mr. Andre received his J.D. from the Duke University School of Law. He is a member of the State Bars… Read more
Amanda Attenasio provides transactional real estate services, including representation of purchasers and sellers in residential and commercial real estate matters from contract to closing. Mrs. Attenasio is well versed in due diligence review and has successfully facilitated countless closings. Mrs. Attenasio is knowledgeable and equipped to handle the elements associated with these transactions, including financing, mezzanine financing, and title clearance matters. Mrs. Attenasio also assists with leasing of commercial and residential properties, as well as refinancing and loan modifications Mrs. Attenasio also handles the representation of condominiums and cooperative housing corporations as both transfer agent and general counsel. Mrs. Attenasio… Read more
In 2020, Mr. Bedard earned his B.S. in Advertising from the University of Florida. From 2016 to 2020, he worked as a Video Production Assistant for the Florida Gators football team. In 2023, Mr. Bedard earned his J.D. from the University of Florida Levin College of Law where he was a Staff Editor for the Florida Entertainment & Sports Law Review and served as President of the Entertainment and Sports Law Society. He was also the Manager for the Florida Law softball team. During law school, Mr. Bedard continued his work with the Florida Gators football team, serving as a Name,… Read more
Mr. Botwinick is experienced in transactional real estate including representing purchasers and sellers in all aspects of residential and commercial real estate matters. Mr. Botwinick is also experienced in commercial leasing and refinancing of residential and commercial properties. In addition, Mr. Botwinick has extensive litigation experience in the fields of general liability, premises liability, construction liability, and professional liability, specifically, claims against attorneys, architects, accountants, appraisers, real estate agents and brokers, title companies, real estate managers, insurance agents and brokers, and directors and officers. He has wide-ranging experience in all aspects of litigation including motion practice, research, court conferences, oral… Read more
Ms. Carlisle is located in the Firm’s Jacksonville office and has experience researching relevant issues in constitutional law, labor and employment law, landlord-tenant disputes, insurance law, real estate transactions, and commercial claims. Ms. Carlisle previously worked as a Summer Associate for the Firm and as a Summer Clerk at the University of North Florida Office of the General Counsel. Ms. Carlisle earned her J.D. from the University of Florida Levin College of Law, where she was a member of the John Marshall Bar Association, a Legal Writing Teaching Assistant, served as the Director of Communications of the Entertainment and Sports… Read more
Ms. Crain represents domestic and international clients in a variety of corporate transactions including mergers and acquisitions and capital raising. Ms. Crain has represented both financial and strategic buyers and sellers across a variety of industries including manufacturing, construction, retail sales, and technology. In connection with her M&A practice, Ms. Crain has extensive experience assisting clients with Hart-Scott-Rodino filings and related transactional antitrust issues. Additionally, Ms. Crain’s practice includes advising clients on cybersecurity, data privacy, and technology issues. Ms. Crain also advises clients on corporate governance matters and assists clients with the negotiation of various commercial contracts from software licenses… Read more
Ms. Cramer’s practice includes advising clients on their diverse needs in the areas of general commercial litigation, antitrust litigation, and environmental litigation and regulatory matters. Ms. Cramer earned her Bachelors in both Public Relations and International Affairs with a minor in Spanish from the University of Georgia. Ms. Cramer earned her J.D. with honors from Emory University School of Law. While in law school, she served as Vice President of Communications and Events for the Emory Law Moot Court Society. She also competed in the Seigenthaler-Sutherland Moot Court Competition in Washington, DC, where her and her teammate finished as Semi-finalists…. Read more
Cassie Daum is an Associate in the Litigation Practice Group at Smith Gambrell Russell LLP in Jacksonville, Florida. Ms. Daum’s practice focuses on general and complex commercial litigation, including contract and insurance disputes, employment and non-compete disputes, and real property litigation. Ms. Daum received her B.A. in Political Science from the University of Florida with a major in 2013. She earned her J.D. degree from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 2017. During law school, Ms. Daum was the Executive Communications Editor of the Florida Law Review, an intern at the United States Attorney’s Office for the… Read more
