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Monika Mesa

Monika Mesa

Monika Mesa writes about the business of law in Florida. Contact her at [email protected]. On Twitter: @MonikaMesa1

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December 18, 2017 | Daily Business Review

Berger Singerman Hires Former Holland & Knight Attorney Running for Vacant Seat in the Florida House

Javier Fernandez said he doesn't believe his practice will conflict with his work in the Florida House and Berger Singerman Managing Partner Paul Singerman said the firm has previously had attorneys run for office.

By Monika Mesa

3 minute read

December 15, 2017 | Daily Business Review

Partner Feud Ends in Rebuke of Attorney and a Confidential Settlement

Exceptions to a special magistrate's report aren't likely to reopen the case.

By Monika Mesa

5 minute read

December 07, 2017 | Daily Business Review

Florida Law Firms Lag Behind Am Law 100 Firms in Adoption of Alternative Fee Arrangements

Legal industry experts say this trend is not likely to continue, as clients will apply more pressure.

By Monika Mesa

3 minute read

December 05, 2017 | Daily Business Review

Revenue Growth for Florida Law Firms Below National Average

Average revenue in Florida grew only 2.8 percent in the first nine months of the year, while the national average was 3.7 percent.

By Monika Mesa

5 minute read

November 27, 2017 | Daily Business Review

Tripp Scott Adds 6-Lawyer May Meacham Law Firm

May, Meacham & Davell will combine with Fort Lauderdale-based Tripp Scott on Dec. 1.

By Monika Mesa

3 minute read

November 20, 2017 | Daily Business Review

Litigation Funding Changes Legal Landscape for Boutique and Small Firms

The growth of third-party litigation funding has been a boon to small firms, but boutique firms are taking a hit.

By Monika Mesa

5 minute read

November 20, 2017 | Daily Business Review

Florida Law Firm Leaders Bullish on 2018

Law firm leaders expect growth in attorney headcounts and several practice areas as they look ahead to 2018.

By Monika Mesa

1 minute read

November 17, 2017 | Daily Business Review

Florida Company Sues Baker McKenzie for Malpractice

Baker McKenzie has filed a motion to dismiss the case and released a statement Friday stating that the suit had no merit. The firm declined to comment further.

By Monika Mesa

4 minute read

October 24, 2017 | Daily Business Review

Law Office Lease Rates High But Leveling; Space Per Lawyer Shrinking

A report says 2017 was a landlord's market for law firms looking to lease or renew their leases in South Florida. But next year could be different.

By Monika Mesa

6 minute read

October 13, 2017 | Daily Business Review

This Lawyer Has Tales to Tell: A Legal Career Intersects With History

Read McCaffrey's career as an international lawyer has touched global news events and figures.

By Monika Mesa

6 minute read