Akerman continues to maintain its position as the dominant law firm in Florida. Florida Trend once again ranked Akerman as the top law firm in the state based on its sizable presence in the region. In recent months Akerman also was recognized by Law360 as a "Powerhouse" law firm for both its size and prominence in Florida. The firm was noted for its significant achievements in the region, including its strength in middle market M&A transactions, within the real estate and financial services sectors across numerous disciplines, and in cross-border transactions and disputes in Latin America.