Alexander Lugo

Alexander Lugo is a business of law reporter based in Miami who is focused on covering law firms in South Florida.

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February 22, 2023 | Daily Business Review

Alternative Dispute Resolution Is Having a Moment, Thanks to Florida's Court Backlog and the Rise of Remote

"People are still trying to figure out ways to advance the process of concluding their cases, and I have noticed far more pre-suit mediations and early mediations," said Abbey Kaplan, a shareholder at Kluger, Kaplan, Silverman, Katzen & Levine.

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February 22, 2023 | Daily Business Review

Greenspoon Marder Sets First Revenue Record Since Pandemic Tumble

The expanding Fort Lauderdale-based firm brought in over $175 million, while profits per equity partner grew to $830,000.

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February 21, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Adams and Reese Posts Positive Numbers in Busy Southeast Market

Revenue for the New Orleans-founded firm grew by 6% to $137.8 million, while profits per equity partner also rose in 2022.

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February 17, 2023 | The American Lawyer

Miles & Stockbridge's Leader Shrugs Off 2022 Revenue Dip, Blaming Early Transactional Lull

"I don't know what the whole year will look like. But I'm feeling really positive going into 2023, particularly when other firms are telling you that they're not," said CEO Nancy Greene.

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February 14, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Arnall Golden Gregory's Revenue Inches Upward, While Profits Dip

A 0.2% increase in revenue marks the firm's lowest growth rate in at least five years.

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February 13, 2023 | Daily Business Review

'Our Lives Are Intertwined Completely': One Miami Legal Couple Celebrates 50 Years of Partnership

Bruce and Diane Katzen went to college and law school together after meeting in high school. For the last seven years, they've also practiced together at Kluger, Kaplan, Silverman, Katzen & Levine.

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February 13, 2023 | Daily Business Review

New Entrants, Remote Work Tilt South Florida Playing Field Toward Associates

Third to fifth-year associates are currently at a premium, according to one recruiter in the market.

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5 minute read

February 09, 2023 | Daily Business Review

Will South Florida's Talent Squeeze Continue Rippling Through the Market This Year?

"You're going to see more national or international firms still opening in Miami. I just don't see it slowing down," said one local recruiter, who expects continued interest in the region will keep the lateral market simmering.

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