Akerman lawyers were selected to receive Professional Excellence awards by the Daily Business Review. Brian Miller, chair of the firm's Securities Litigation Practice, was honored in the Distinguished Leaders category, which recognizes lawyers who achieved impressive results in the past year and demonstrated clear leadership skills that helped achieve those results. Partner Ryan Roman was recognized in the On the Rise category, which recognizes up-and-coming legal industry leaders. Chairman Emeritus Andrew Smulian was profiled for a Lifetime Achievement award, recognized for his professional vision and personal compassion and heart.

The Daily Business Review will recognize the honorees at an awards reception on Wednesday, May 30, at the Rusty Pelican on Miami, Florida.