Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – August 25, 2025 – Greenspoon Marder is proud to announce that partners Matthew H. Scott and Elizabeth Somerstein have been recognized in the September issue of Florida Trend Legal Elite Notable Real Estate and Land Use Attorneys for 2025.
The Legal Elite Notable recognition highlights attorneys across Florida who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and impact within their respective practice areas. Both Mr. Scott and Ms. Somerstein were honored for their deep knowledge, innovative strategies, and commitment to advancing complex real estate and land use matters on behalf of clients.
Mr. Scott has developed a diverse practice that includes real estate development and government relations work, municipal and zoning law matters, and local lobbying. He advises and counsels developers and landowners during the various stages of the entitlement process. With extensive experience and contacts in numerous cities in Broward and Palm Beach Counties, Mr. Scott has in-depth knowledge of South Florida development and guides clients through the frequently complex government permitting process.
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.