Carol L. Schoffel Faber, partner in Akerman’s Real Estate Practice Group and co-chair of Akerman’s Distressed Property Practice, was profiled in Miami Today, highlighting her extensive career in commercial real estate, her leadership within the firm, and her longstanding commitment to advancing women leaders.
In the profile, Carol discusses her work advising clients on complex real estate matters, including financings, acquisitions, and restructurings, as well as her leadership of Akerman’s Miami real estate team. The piece captures her experience navigating changing market conditions and guiding transactions across multiple economic cycles.
“I take my work very seriously and strive to provide the best legal, practical and commercially sound advice to help clients achieve their goals. When challenges arise along the way, failure is not an option. If one way doesn’t work, I work with all parties until we get the deal done,” Carol said.
She also emphasized the importance of structure in complex transactions, noting, “Working on distressed transactions is very valuable because when a project is in trouble, that’s when you really see and come to understand the importance of how a deal is structured.”
Reflecting on the role of relationships in long-term success, Carol added, “But truly, it is the relationships and connections you make, personally and professionally, that will give you the most support, value and genuine satisfaction over the arc of your career.”
The article also highlights Carol’s role as president of the Florida chapter of the International Women’s Forum, which will host its World Leadership Conference in Miami in 2027. She will serve as president at the time of the global event, which is expected to bring together more than 700 women leaders from around the world.
The profile further addresses the evolution of Miami’s real estate market and Carol’s perspective on the city’s continued growth as a global business hub.