Ashley Akapo focuses her practice on a wide range of complex matters, including high-stakes commercial litigation and government investigations concerning allegations of corporate and individual misconduct. She has experience preparing and managing cases in both state and federal courts through all…

With more than 20 years of experience litigating complex financial matters, Keith Blackman has successfully defended some of the nation’s largest multinational institutions in commercial disputes. Keith is a fierce advocate for his clients, and while prepared to litigate any case to trial and…

Joel Forman defends financial services companies and professionals in securities litigation and government investigations concerning allegations of corporate and individual misconduct. His litigation experience includes federal and state court trials and appeals, arbitrations and mediations…

A former vice president and senior legal counsel for the credit card and retail services division of HSBC, Eric Gribbin possesses deep knowledge of the financial services sector. He represents banks, finance companies, securities broker-dealers, insurance brokers, investment advisors, and other…

Michael Kelly defends companies and individuals in criminal and civil enforcement actions covering a wide variety of issues. He has helped clients respond to allegations concerning securities fraud, accounting fraud, wire fraud, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, money laundering, health care fraud,…

Kathy represents broker-dealers in arbitration, state and federal court litigation, and regulatory and self-regulatory organization investigations and enforcement actions. She counsels national and regional securities brokerage firms, clearing firms, and officers, employees, and independent…

Scott Meyers is Chairman and CEO of Akerman, an Am Law 100 firm of more than 700 lawyers and business professionals across 24 offices. Under his leadership, the firm posted record revenue of $627 million in 2025 and has grown revenue and profitability every year of his tenure. Scott has made…

A trial lawyer with 30 years of experience, Jason Oletsky concentrates his practice on complex commercial litigation, with particular emphasis on private equity, M&A, bet-the-company, and shareholder litigation. Among Jason's high-profile client base are some of the largest private equity firms…

Jonathan Robbins serves as chair of Akerman's Cannabis Practice, counseling clients on the evolving, complex legal and business issues impacting companies with interests in the regulated substances industries. Ranked by Chambers USA as a top lawyer in Cannabis Law and recognized in 2018 by the…

Larry Rochefort is the chair of Akerman’s Litigation Practice Group, a leading team of trial lawyers advising companies in complex litigation and arbitration across the United States and Latin America. Larry is recognized for Bet-the-Company Litigation by Best Lawyers and as a "Litigation Star" by…

For Ryan Roman, successful litigation begins with understanding the business objectives that are on the line. He represents clients in complex, high-stakes disputes where legal strategy and commercial reality must work hand in hand. Whether defending a securities claim, navigating a FINRA…

Rob Weitzel has significant experience in all aspects of litigation, including strategy development, fact investigation, taking and defending depositions, discovery (including eDiscovery in complex matters), motion practice, preparing fact and expert witnesses, negotiating favorable settlements,…