Mr. Forte’s trial practice and experience is broad based, having been lead counsel in over 300 major adversary proceedings, including jury and bench trials, arbitrations and appeals. Much of his work in recent years has been focused on class action defense and nationwide complex litigation in the representation of financial institutions and clients in the telecommunications and transportation industries. In addition, Mr. Forte works extensively with major non-profit clients and their affiliates. Mr. Forte has maintained full-time practice responsibilities in addition to his leadership roles as Managing Partner and Chairman. In his role as Managing Partner and Chairman, Mr. Forte… Read more
With over 18 years of experience, Ms. Friedman specializes in ERISA Litigation and Litigation Avoidance, ERISA Compliance, and Employment Counseling and Litigation. She represents plans, plan sponsors (the employer or business), and plan fiduciaries. She has litigated cases ranging from single benefit claims to complex class action lawsuits. Her practice is wide-ranging, including working with qualified retirement plans, retiree medical plans, health and welfare plans, non-qualified plans, executive arrangements and contracts, and compensation and bonus plans. Ms. Friedman has significant experience litigating ERISA matters and providing advice to employers, ERISA benefit plans, and ERISA fiduciaries to ensure compliance with ERISA… Read more
Mr. Frye represents insurance and reinsurance companies in commercial litigation, including antitrust claims and coverage disputes. He advises clients on litigation strategy and appears before arbitration panels and state and federal courts. Mr. Frye has represented client insurers in disputes over a wide variety of insurance products, including CGL, E&O/ professional liability, D&O, and long-term disability policies. He was second chair in a trial that resulted in a $5 million verdict in favor of his client, a reinsurer overbilled by the defendant ceding insurer. He was second chair in an arbitration that decided that the 9/11 World Trade Center terrorist… Read more
Scott Gallagher concentrates his practice in commercial litigation dealing with complex business and contract disputes. Within his commercial litigation practice, he focuses on real estate litigation including lease disputes concerning commercial and industrial properties, purchase and sale disputes, matters involving title insurance, the removal of encumbrances on title, equitable lien claims, deed restrictions, condominium development and construction litigation. His practice also focuses on consumer litigation defense. Mr. Gallagher received his A.B. in Political Science from Duke University in 1996 and his J.D. from the University of Florida in 2000. Mr. Gallagher has been a member of the Florida Bar since… Read more
Lori Gelchion’s practice is concentrated in securities, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance. Ms. Gelchion’s experience in securities matters includes the representation of issuers in initial and follow-on offerings, “shelf” offerings, private placement transactions, exchange and tender offers, subscription rights offerings, and SEC reporting and disclosure requirements. She also represents public and private companies as both buyers and sellers in merger, acquisition and disposition transactions as well as in general corporate matters. Ms. Gelchion is recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® in the specialties of Securities/Capital Markets, Mergers & Acquisitions and Corporate Law. She currently serves on… Read more
Mr. Gentner represents and counsel’s clients in connection with a wide variety of debt, equity, and lease financings, including U.S. and cross-border leveraged leases, mortgage financings, operating leases, project financings, export credit agency supported financings and securitizations including, ABS transactions, EETCs, and pass-through certificates. He handles matters related to aircraft, locomotives, rolling stock, vessels, and other machinery and equipment financing. Mr. Gentner has extensive experience in cross-border leasing transactions, including those on behalf of the Export-Import Bank of the United States. He has also represented major commercial airlines and secured creditors in bankruptcy proceedings and restructuring transactions in the U.S…. Read more
Mr. Gibbs has extensive experience in the areas of corporate acquisitions and mergers, private equity, insurance and reinsurance law and banking. He also has substantial experience advising the officers and directors of distressed financial institutions. Mr. Gibbs has been awarded an AV Preeminent rating by Martindale Hubbell® for more than thirty consecutive years. The Legal 500 United States Edition has listed him as a Recommended Lawyer in Mergers, Acquisitions and Buyouts and the Jacksonville 904 Magazine has listed him as one of the area’s top attorneys in Business Transactions and Corporate law. In 2019, Mr. Gibbs was recognized by a… Read more
With many years of experience in the real estate development and construction industry, Mr. Glanzman is not only an advocate for his clients, he is an advisor who understands his clients’ business needs and works closely with them to achieve their goals. Mr. Glanzman ensures that his clients understand their legal options and potential risks. His clients frequently consult and involve him in vital business decisions. He regularly assists a diverse set of clients, including developers, real estate owners, lenders, construction managers, general contractors and subcontractors, with all aspects of real estate development and construction, including the initial drafting and… Read more
Ms. Gottlieb’s practice includes representing clients in connection with a variety of business and intellectual property disputes. Her experience includes pre-suit negotiations and litigation involving contract, trade secret, copyright, trademark infringement, and business torts. Ms. Gottlieb has litigated cases in federal courts throughout the United States. Prior to joining the Firm, Ms. Gottlieb clerked for the Honorable Charlene E. Honeywell of the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida. Ms. Gottlieb’s law school honors include the Williams F. Blews Award for exemplary pro bono service. She has continued to contribute her time to pro bono matters during… Read more
Ben is a UK qualified transaction lawyer specializing in international aircraft finance and leasing transactions advising lessors, purchasers, and operators on buying, selling, and leasing of commercial aircraft, engines, and parts. Ben advises main commercial industry participants on commercial and corporate aviation transactions including aircraft finance and leasing, asset acquisitions and disposals, regulatory matters, and commercial contracts in the aviation and to a lesser extent, marine sector. On the commercial side, Ben works with airlines across the globe, major financial institutions, manufacturers, individuals, and leasing companies to finance, lease, and deliver commercial and private aircraft, engines, and parts in multiple… Read more
