Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – June 5, 2025 – Greenspoon Marder is proud to announce that 11 firm attorneys have been ranked across 10 categories in the 2025 edition of the Chambers USA guide by Chambers & Partners , a prestigious legal industry guide known for its rigorous selection process and client-driven research.
This year’s rankings include both new and returning honorees, reflecting the firm’s growing depth of talent and consistency of excellence across key practices nationwide.
New to the rankings this year, Howard M. Ehrenberg , a partner in the firm’s Bankruptcy and Reorganization group, was recognized in Bankruptcy and Restructuring – California. Clients describe him as a “dealmaker” and the “best bankruptcy trustee in Central California,” noting his ability to strategically resolve complex matters. Fellow Bankruptcy partner Elissa D. Miller also joins the guide this year, praised as an “experienced bankruptcy lawyer” who is “practical and conscientious,” with a strong track record of reaching consensus settlements and maximizing asset recovery.
In the Cannabis Law space, Nick J. Richards and Irina Dashevsky , co-chairs of the firm’s Cannabis Law group, continue to make their mark for the second consecutive year. Mr. Richards earned dual rankings in Cannabis Law: Western United States and Tax Law – Colorado, with clients calling him “well-versed in tax law” and a “great asset” in regulatory compliance matters. Ms. Dashevsky moved up a band in rankings this year, as well as received recognition in Cannabis Law: Eastern United States for her transactional experience, earning accolades as a “go-to lawyer” with a “fantastic reputation” in the industry.
Ranking in his seventh consecutive year in Cannabis Law: Eastern United States category, Matthew Ginder is recognized for truly “specializing in the space,” assisting his clients in navigating Florida regulations in licensing applications.
Beth-Ann E. Krimsky secured her fifth consecutive ranking in Florida: Litigation – General Commercial, where her experience in complex commercial disputes and marketing-related class actions continues to stand out. Described as “whip-smart” and a “force of nature,” she exemplifies leadership in litigation. Deborah Baker also returned to the same category for a third year, with clients praising her as a strategic litigator who brings “vision, intelligence, grit, and grace” to every matter she handles.
In the alcohol beverage industry, Louis J. Terminello earned his fourth consecutive ranking in Nationwide: Food & Beverage – Alcohol, known for his “unique and insightful knowledge” of licensing and permitting issues. Joshua J. Remedios moved up a band in ranking this year and is recognized for the fourth year in the alcohol and beverage space. He continues to focus on building client relationships by being “most helpful in providing legal services,” exemplifying his client service excellence.
Barry E. Somerstein celebrates an extraordinary 23 years ranked in Florida: Real Estate – Zoning/Land Use, consistently praised for being “adept at navigating complex issues,” involving residential, retail, and industrial development. Additionally, Dennis D. Mele is a standout in this area, marking his 22nd consecutive year ranked in the same category. Known as a “true problem solver” with an “outstanding reputation,” Mr. Mele is widely respected for his zoning and development expertise across Florida.
Chambers and Partners is one of the world’s leading legal data and analytics providers, with its legal rankings being unrivaled in accuracy, depth, and quality, conducted by their dedicated team of independent researchers, ensuring that the outcomes are trusted and credible across the globe. Additional details of Chambers USA’s methodology and Greenspoon Marder’s rankings are available on Chambers and Partners’ website: www.chambers.com .
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Greenspoon Marder LLP is a full-service law firm with over 225 attorneys and more than 20 office locations across the United States. With operations from Miami to New York and from Denver to Los Angeles, our firm attracts some of the nation’s top talent in key markets and innovation hubs. Our core practice areas include Real Estate, Litigation, and Transactional Services, complemented by the capabilities of a full-service firm. Greenspoon Marder has maintained a spot on The American Lawyer’s Am Law 200 as one of the top law firms in the U.S. since 2015, and our goal is to provide exceptional client service by developing a thorough understanding of each client’s business needs and objectives in order to provide strategic, cost-effective solutions.
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