Provided by Akerman LLP
With a bench that includes one of the largest groups of former appellate judges in the U.S., Akerman’s appellate practice is a national powerhouse with demonstrated success in handling appeals related to complex commercial litigation. Akerman’s team has handled thousands of matters in federal and state appellate courts, particularly in the areas of financial services, insurance, healthcare, and real estate. The team has experience in numerous jurisdictions and can effectively handle class actions throughout the U.S.
Team members frequently assists trial lawyers during all phases of litigation, preserving errors for appeal, drafting motions and responses, and providing strategic advice on the best approach for seeking relief on appeal. The team also represents clients in highly specialized administrative appeals involving high-profile issues, and we promote their interests through amicus curiae briefs when they are not a party to an appeal but have a substantial interest in the outcome.
Service Offerings:
Provided by Chambers
Akerman LLP represented SEI Fuel Services before Florida's First District Court of Appeal concerning the eligibility of SEI for a tax refund from the Department of Revenue following a mistaken double payment of fuel tax.
Provided by Chambers
Akerman has attorneys at every level who specialise in appellate advocacy.
Akerman has a deep bench that can handle many complex and sophisticated appeals.
Akerman's appellate counsel have no issue diving into new areas of the law and quickly understand the issues and analyse strategy going forward.
The team at Akerman communicates exceptionally well, allowing for courts and other parties to follow and understand.
Akerman has attorneys at every level who specialise in appellate advocacy.
Akerman has a deep bench that can handle many complex and sophisticated appeals.
Akerman's appellate counsel have no issue diving into new areas of the law and quickly understand the issues and analyse strategy going forward.
The team at Akerman communicates exceptionally well, allowing for courts and other parties to follow and understand.
Provided by Chambers
Gerald Cope has a wide-ranging practice, which includes acting as an arbitrator and consultant as well as representing individuals and large organisations in local and federal appeals.
Gerald is a top-tier lawyer who provides tremendous value.
He is an excellent lawyer who can simplify complex concepts.
Gerald's a splendid appellate lawyer.
Kristen is brilliant and working with her is seamless and joyful.
She is an exceptional lawyer.
