Akerman Senterfitt was featured in The Miami Herald in the article titled, "Raising the Bar in South Florida." The article reported on the firm's consecutive growth, which has led it to become South Florida's largest law firm. Akerman Chairman and CEO, Andrew Smulian, attributed the firm's success to its clients and the improving business economy.

"We've always been guided by our clients," said Smulian. "We're client-driven in how we've expanded in geographical terms and practice area terms. That continues to be the case."

Law firm consultant Peter Zeughauser acknowledged Akerman's strengths in corporate and real estate law as main drivers of its continued growth.

"Akerman's real estate practice is balanced by its strong financial and banking compliance practice. They have the strongest corporate practice in South Florida. With the firm's New York presence, the firm has all the hallmarks of a strong national law firm," explained Zeughauser.

The article also reported that Akerman has been at the forefront of multi-million dollar deals, including OPKO Health's $480 million all-stock acquisition of PROLOR Biotech; HEICO Corporation's acquisition of Reinhold Industries; and First Citizen Bank's acquisition of Butterfield Bank; as well as South Florida's iconic developments, including the Design District and Brickell CityCenter.

Long-time Akerman client, Craig Robins, CEO of Dacra Developments said, "Neisen Kasdin and Javier Fernandez have worked with us for years. They always provide exceptional guidance and navigate balanced solutions where compromise is necessary. When it comes to land use issues, they are in their own class."