Ranking tables
Banking & Finance: Transactional | USA
Florida
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Emilio Saiz Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP4 Years Ranked
Gregory K Bader Gunster17 Years Ranked
Javier Alvarez TA PLLC6 Years Ranked
Mark Denham Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP3 Years Ranked
Michael V Mitrione Gunster17 Years Ranked
Peter Rahaghi Shutts & Bowen LLP3 Years Ranked
Stephanie Kane Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP3 Years Ranked
Susan Bennett Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A.2 Years Ranked- Arvin J. JaffeArvin J. Jaffe, P.A.
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
S Stuart Ames
Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A. | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Senior Statespeople | 22 Years RankedStuart Ames acts for a range of financial institutions on transactions such as M&A and asset-based lending.
Eminent Practitioners
E José E Sirven
Holland & Knight LLP | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 18 Years RankedJosé Sirven has an outstanding reputation for his work in M&A and corporate finance. He regularly advises banks on cross-border matters involving Latin American parties, attracting clients with his fluency in Spanish and financing expertise.
Band 1
1 Alcides Avila
Avila Rodriguez Hernandez Mena & Garro LLP | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 1 | 23 Years RankedAlcides Avila attracts significant acclaim for his handling of regulatory and transactional banking matters. His notable proficiency in cross-border matters sees him regularly advising on matters with Latin American elements.
1 Carlos Viana
White & Case LLP | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 1 | 19 Years RankedCarlos Viana regularly works on cross-border transactions, with a particular focus on matters involving project and acquisition finance.
1 Emilio J Alvarez-Farré
Greenberg Traurig, LLP | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 1 | 22 Years RankedEmilio Alvarez-Farré's transactional practice is highly respected by peers. He frequently acts on cross-border transactions involving Latin American parties, including leveraged buyouts and restructurings.
1 Eric KlarWhite & Case LLP | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 1 | 8 Years RankedEric Klar is well regarded for his expert representation of financial institutions in lending transactions.
1 Fernando C Alonso
Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 1 | 20 Years RankedFernando Alonso regularly advises financial institutions and companies on cross-border transactions, offering particular experience in representing global entities.
Band 2
2 Carl A Fornaris
Winston & Strawn LLP | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 2 | 21 Years RankedCarl Fornaris has substantial experience in advising a broad selection of financial services entities on matters ranging from sanctions compliance to cryptocurrency regulation. He also regularly represents lenders in financing deals.
2 Robert M Siegel
Bilzin Sumberg | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 2 | 17 Years RankedRobert Siegel is held in high esteem for his extensive finance practice, which sees him regularly handle big-ticket commercial and real estate finance transactions.
2 William C Arnhols
Akerman LLP | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 2 | 14 Years RankedWilliam Arnhols regularly advises both international and US-based borrowers on instruments such as revolving credit facilities. His practice also includes advising issuers.
2 Zachary W Watt
Hill Ward Henderson | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 2 | 2 Years RankedZachary Watt of Hill Ward Henderson acts on behalf of both lenders and borrowers across a range of matters. He demonstrates notable strength in advising clients on acquisition financing, loan facilities and commercial lending transactions.
Band 3
3 Emilio Saiz
Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedEmilio Saiz is recognized for his experience representing major institutions in a range of corporate and structured finance matters. He is particularly noted for his expertise in aviation finance.3 Gregory K Bader
Gunster | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedGregory Bader advises on M&A in the financial services space, as well as dealing with regulatory compliance and securities matters. He is sought out by private and public sector clients.
3 Javier Alvarez
TA PLLC | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedJavier Alvarez has built a strong reputation in the Florida banking space. He handles a range of transactional and regulatory matters for a cross-border client base.
3 Mark DenhamHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedMark Denham has a breadth of experience as an adviser to financial institutions and corporate clients. He is notably adept at providing counsel on acquisition financings and leasing transactions.3 Michael V MitrioneGunster | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedMichael Mitrione regularly acts on transactions such as financings and restructurings. He offers notable experience in advising Italian entities on cross-border work as a fluent Italian speaker.3 Peter Rahaghi
Shutts & Bowen LLP | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedPeter Rahaghi is routinely called upon to provide counsel on complex financings and acquisitions. His client base includes banks and investment advisory firms, among others.3 Stephanie Kane
Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedStephanie Kane is noted for her ability to handle matters on behalf of both borrower and lender clients. Her experience includes advising on complex acquisition financing and issues related to commercial loans.3 Susan BennettStearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A. | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Band 3 | 2 Years RankedSusan Bennett has experience advising clients on complex syndicated loan transactions. Her client list consists of highly distinguished banks.
Up and Coming
U Alexandra LehsonBilzin Sumberg | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Up and Coming | 3 Years RankedAlexandra Lehson is an experienced lawyer who demonstrates considerable strength in handling complex financings and loan transactions. Her clients include borrowers and senior lenders.
U Faisal KraziemHolland & Knight LLP | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedFaisal Kraziem continues to assist on key banking and finance matters. He represents clients including financial institutions and borrowers in both domestic and cross-border lending transactions.
U Rebecca MendezStearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson, P.A. | Banking & Finance: Transactional2025 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedRebecca Mendez is highlighted for her ability to provide counsel to lenders on acquisitions, financings and commercial real estate loans, among other issues.