Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – November 21, 2025 – Greenspoon Marder is proud to announce Elizabeth Somerstein, partner in the firm’s Land Use & Zoning practice group, has been re-elected as an officer of the Board of the Broward Cultural Council (BCC).
The BCC serves as the advisory council to the Broward County Cultural Division by supporting the County’s vision for arts and culture. Ms. Somerstein has been a member of the board since 2022. As an officer of the Broward County Cultural Council, Ms. Somerstein will continue to play a vital role in shaping policies and initiatives that enhance the cultural landscape of the region. Her re-election reflects the trust and confidence her peers have in her ability to drive positive change and support the council’s mission.
Ms. Somerstein’s legal experience involves the processing of approvals required for the development of land, including amendments to comprehensive plans, zoning changes, platting, site planning, variances, vacation of easements and roadway rights-of-way, and municipal annexations of land. Additionally, Ms. Somerstein’s work involves drafting local ordinances, along with handling a wide range of code compliance issues. She is active with hearings for all stages of development, including planning and zoning boards, as well as city and county commissions.