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215 North Eola Drive
Orlando, Florida 32801, United States
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Number of Attorneys
100+ Attorneys

Osceola County Approves Increase to Impact Fees

On September 9, 2024, the Osceola Board of County Commissioners voted to approve an increase to County mobility impact fees, which will substantially increase the cost of development in the County. Impact fees are a one-time…more
 /  Construction Law, Real Estate - Commercial, Real Estate - Residential, Zoning, Planning & Land Use

Navigating the Pitfalls of Exclusive Use Clauses

In the July/August 2024 issue of the American Bar Association’s Probate & Property Magazine, attorneys Alvin Miester III and Jonathan B. Cerise prepared an excellent article titled “Protecting Against Competition: Exclusive Use…more
 /  Commercial Law & Contracts, Real Estate - Commercial

Office of the Attorney General Releases Informal Opinion Shedding Light on the Meaning of “Mixed Use” Zoning Districts Under Live Local Act

The Live Local Act (Act), originally passed on March 29, 2023, was modified by SB328 on May 16, 2024. While the Act has been heralded as a solution to Florida’s affordable housing shortage, it has faced roadblocks since its…more
 /  Construction Law, Real Estate - Commercial, Real Estate - Residential, Zoning, Planning & Land Use

FTC Non-Compete Ban is Banned

On August 20, 2024, a federal court in Texas permanently blocked the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) final rule banning most non-competes. U.S. District Judge Ada Brown granted summary judgment in favor of the plaintiffs in…more
 /  Administrative Law, Antitrust & Trade Regulation, Civil Procedure, Commercial Law & Contracts, Labor & Employment Law

The FTC Non-Compete Ban Clings to Life: Prepare Now Ahead of the Deadline

The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) final rule prohibiting most post-employment non-compete agreements (Final Rule) is set to take effect on September 4, 2024. The ban applies to non-competes for U.S. workers in most…more
 /  Antitrust & Trade Regulation, Labor & Employment Law

Orange County Clarifies Proposed Charter Amendment to Apply to All Voluntary Annexations and Approves New Rural Boundary

After the Florida Legislature blocked the Orange County Charter Review Committee’s proposed Charter amendments, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) has taken on the initiative by proposing ordinances suggesting…more
 /  Administrative Law, Real Estate - Residential, Zoning, Planning & Land Use

Orange County Continues to Push Charter Amendments Pertaining to the Rural Boundary and Voluntary Annexations

After the Charter amendments suggested by the Orange County Charter Review Committee discussed in “Proposed Charter Changes Threaten Orange County's Economic Future” were blocked by the Florida Legislature as discussed in…more
 /  Environmental Law, Real Estate - Residential, Zoning, Planning & Land Use

New Florida Law Changes Electric Vehicle Charging Station Regulations

Effective July 1, 2024, a new Florida law has significantly changed how electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are regulated across the state. Senate Bill 1084 amended Section 366.94 of the Florida Statutes, shifting the…more
 /  Administrative Law, Energy & Utilities, Real Estate - Commercial, Transportation, Zoning, Planning & Land Use

Osceola County Considers 90-Day Moratorium on Residential Development Rezoning Applications

The Osceola Board of County Commissioners is proposing a 90-day county-wide moratorium on applications that would allow residential development on land zoned for non-residential uses, among other restrictions. The proposed…more
 /  Real Estate - Residential, Zoning, Planning & Land Use

HB 1335: Administrative Changes Significantly Affect New Alcohol and Tobacco Applicants

Recently enacted House Bill 1335 (HB 1335) makes significant administrative changes to the process for obtaining, and maintaining, alcohol and tobacco licenses in Florida…more
 /  Administrative Law, Business Organizations

Update to Proposed Impact Fees in Osceola County, St. Cloud, and Mt. Dora

Osceola County and St. Cloud have proposed increases to some of their impact fees as further discussed in  “Osceola County, St. Cloud, and Mt. Dora Propose Massive Increases to Impact Fees”. After hosting required public…more
 /  Construction Law, Real Estate - Commercial, Real Estate - Residential, Zoning, Planning & Land Use

New Law HB 799: Easements Affecting Real Property Owned by the Same Owner

Governor DeSantis signed HB 799 into law on June 27, 2024, impacting all developments subject to covenants or restrictions of any flavor, whether residential or commercial…more
 /  Construction Law, Real Estate - Commercial, Real Estate - Residential, Zoning, Planning & Land Use

Osceola County, St. Cloud, and Mt. Dora Propose Massive Increases to Impact Fees

Osceola County, City of St. Cloud, and City of Mt. Dora are all set to vote on proposed increases to impact fees that, if approved, will substantially increase the cost of development in these jurisdictions. Below is what…more
 /  Construction Law, Real Estate - Commercial, Real Estate - Residential, Zoning, Planning & Land Use

Two Big Changes to Florida Law that Every Father Should Know About this Father's Day

This Father’s Day, fathers in Florida have more rights than last Father’s Day. As of July 1, 2023, new laws were enacted in the state. One law requires that a minor child have frequent and continuing contact with both parents,…more
 /  Family Law

What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know This Hurricane Season (UPDATED)

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season starts this Saturday and runs until November 30. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), this season is expected to be busier than usual. The increased activity…more
 /  Insurance, Real Estate - Commercial, Real Estate - Residential
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