About

Provided by Meland Budwick, P.A.

Meland Budwick is nationally recognized for representing an array of clients in complex, large-scale bankruptcy and business reorganization matters. The firm represents trustees, debtors, creditor committees, and creditors in cases under Chapters 7 and 11.

 

Work highlights:

  • Represented first position secured creditor Cirrus Real Estate Funding, LLC, in the Chapter 11 bankruptcy case of BH Downtown Miami, LLC, pending in Miami. Advised Cirrus on all Chapter 11 matters in this case, including defending Cirrus in a heavily contested adversary proceeding brought against it by BH Downtown, as well as BH Downtown Miami’s sale efforts and representing Cirrus in its credit bidding acquisition (sale closed in Q1 2026). The land owned by BH Downtown Miami is one of the few last developable parcels of waterfront property in downtown Miami (the land is valued at over $100m).
  • Represented $11m plus secured judgment creditor in the Chapter 11 jointly administered bankruptcy cases of Tzadik Properties. Successfully defended against the debtors’ threats of potential avoidance actions, and ultimately obtained very favorable plan treatment for the client which will result in full payment of the client’s claim.
  • Represented Integra Realty, LLC, as the $20.5m stalking horse bidder in the Heron Pond Condominium Association receivership case. The firm advised Integra in all aspects of the transaction.

Chambers Review

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Florida: South

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Meland Budwick is a distinguished boutique with considerable abilities in large-scale bankruptcy and restructuring matters in South Florida, fielding notable skills in financial fraud litigation. The group acts for an array of clients including debtors, creditors and trustees on Chapter 11, Chapter 7 and workout matters, with particular expertise in the hospitality and development industries. The team is able to draw upon the firm's strength in real estate, finance and corporate law to offer comprehensive bankruptcy coverage, including matters with complex cross-border aspects.

Work Highlights

  • Meland Budwick, represented Cirrus Real Estate Funding, LLC, in the Chapter 11 bankruptcy case of BH Downtown Miami, LLC.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Michael Budwick
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Michael Budwick
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Michael Budwick maintains his reputation as a highly accomplished bankruptcy attorney. He possesses particular expertise in advising on Ponzi scheme-related bankruptcy.

He knows how to frame a case; to view it with the big picture and knows how to put the pieces together to make the case work.

Michael impressed everyone involved with his experience, expertise and strategy.

Michael is insightful, he is strategic, thoughtful and a warrior.

Daniel Gonzalez
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Daniel Gonzalez
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Band 3

Daniel Gonzalez is well versed in handling both contentious and non-contentious Chapter 11 proceedings. His other areas of expertise include Chapter 7 and the sale of assets under Section 363.

Dan did an outstanding job in all respects, I highly recommend him.

Dan Gonzalez is a very fine bankruptcy trustee and practitioner, he is practical, very sensitive to clients' needs and thorough in his approach.

Dan is a creative lawyer who thinks outside the box and gets things done.

Solomon Genet
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Solomon Genet
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Well-regarded practitioner Solomon Genet is a key member of the financial fraud group. He regularly handles contentious bankruptcy cases and is specifically adept at matters involving Ponzi schemes.

Solomon is very methodical, thorough and supremely knowledgeable about bankruptcy and he does an excellent job managing litigation on a timely basis.

James Moon
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James Moon
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James Moon brings expertise representing clients in Subchapter V cases and Chapter 11 cases with international components.

James consistently provides exceptional service, and breadth and depth of knowledge.

James has exceptional communication skills and is very responsive.

James is the perfect example of an expert who can communicate effectively with others who do not specialize in his field.

Ranked Lawyers at
Meland Budwick, P.A.

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Florida

Bankruptcy Litigation

Michael Budwick
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Michael Budwick
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Daniel Gonzalez
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Daniel Gonzalez
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Solomon Genet
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Solomon Genet
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Band 3

Florida: South

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Daniel Gonzalez
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Daniel Gonzalez
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Band 4
James Moon
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James Moon
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Band 5
Michael Budwick
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Michael Budwick
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Band 5

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