Operational Level Agreement Lawyers for Florida

Miami-based transactional attorney specializing in corporate governance, contract drafting and negotiation, intellectual property, family law, and other general counsel assistance.

Dynamic Attorney helping people and small business owners protect their assets. Managing Partner at Apfelbaum Martinez Law, in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Offering a wide range of legal services including: Business Law, Commercial Transactions, Estate Planning, Living Trusts and Wills, POA and Advanced Directives, Business Formation, Contract drafting, Business Counsel, Prenuptials and Postnuptials, and more. **Licensed in Florida and fluent in English and Spanish.

A business-oriented, proactive, and problem-solving corporate lawyer with in-house counsel experience, ensuring the legality of commercial transactions and contracts. Michael is adept in reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and generally overseeing policies, procedures, handbooks, corporate documents, and more importantly, contracts. He has a proven track record of helping lead domestic and international companies by ensuring they are functioning in complete compliance with local and international rules and regulations.

Amy Bales focuses on the areas of corporate law, real estate, intellectual property (including trademarks, service marks and copyrights) and entertainment law. She is admitted to the Florida Bar.

Rishma D. Eckert, Esq. is a business law attorney who primarily represents domestic and international companies and entrepreneurs. A native of both Belize and Guyana, she remains engaged with the Caribbean community in South Florida: as a Board Member and General Counsel for the Belize American Chamber of Commerce of Florida, and Member of the Guyanese American Chamber of Commerce. She holds a Bachelor of Laws degree (LL.B.) from the University of Guyana in South America, a Master’s degree in International and Comparative Law (LL.M.) from Stetson University College of Law in Gulfport, Florida, and earned a Juris Doctor degree (J.D.) from St. Thomas University School of Law in Miami, Florida. Licensed to practice in the State of Florida and the Federal Court in the Southern District of Florida, Mrs. Eckert focuses her passion and practice on domestic and international corporate structuring and incorporation, corporate governance, contract negotiation and drafting, and trademark and copyright registrations.

Broad area practice including Business (domestic & international), IP, Employment, Family Law, Administrative, etc. My focus is a direct, no-BS approach with fast turn around times on completed work.

I represent developers, investors, homebuilders, and hospitality brands in complex real estate transactions spanning the full life cycle of asset ownership—from acquisition and financing to development, leasing, management, and disposition—across a wide range of asset classes, including vacant land, residential communities, hospitality, multifamily, office, and mixed-use projects. Clients rely on me for practical guidance and efficient deal management. Beyond transactional work, I assist hospitality brands and real estate brokerages with regulatory compliance, advising on timeshare, condominium, community association, and brokerage licensing laws. My approach is rooted in understanding each client’s business and strategic goals. I help move deals forward by anticipating risks, identifying solutions, and serving as a collaborative partner as clients build, expand, and manage their real estate portfolios. My aim is to serve not just as outside counsel, but as a trusted advisor who supports clients in executing their vision and strengthening the long-term value of their assets.

Tanasia is a licensed, Florida barred, attorney with diverse professional experience in the fields of family law, dependency, business formation, and debtor/creditor rights. After finding that many legal issues don't exist in isolation, Tanasia founded Trotter Law in 2025 to bridge her experience and provide a holistic approach to her client's unique needs. Tanasia is committed to providing solution-focused legal counsel with compassion. She is a partner and teammate while working with individuals, families, and businesses to achieve their goals. Whether embarking on new ventures or facing legal challenges, she is committed to guiding her clients with the support, knowledge, and direction needed to make informed decisions and ensure the most successful outcome.

Connor was born and raised in Coney Island, Brooklyn. He moved to Florida in 2017 after graduating from Brooklyn College with a Degree in Philosophy and Law. He continued his legal studies a at Nova Law School, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude and in the top 10% of his class. While in law school, Connor was an active member of the Nova Trial Team, and he received awards for his litigation and trial advocacy skills. Connor is a skilled litigator and trial attorney. He is known for his public oration skills and conversational courtroom presence. He has both criminal and civil trial experience, and enjoys telling his clients’ stories to the jury to bring about justice. Guided by his deep belief in God, Connor always pursues the most professional and ethical outcome for his clients. He is zealous, scrappy, and tough. He is calm and sensible, yet relentless. When he’s not in the courtroom, Connor is an active member of the community and an experienced musician. He has received numerous achievements for his skills, abilities, and techniques as a harmonica player. He lives in Lake Worth, Florida with his wife, Jen, and their son, Ezekiel.

Brad Adams is the founder of Adams Outside GC, PLLC, a legal consulting firm providing fractional General Counsel services to businesses across Florida, Alabama, and Georgia. With more than 25 years of legal experience, Brad offers practical, business-minded legal support to help companies navigate complex legal issues, minimize risk, and focus on growth. Brad’s practice spans both business law and employment law, with a focus on delivering real-world solutions tailored to each client’s needs. He regularly advises companies on legal compliance, drafts and negotiates contracts, supports clients with collections and dispute resolution, and helps businesses manage day-to-day legal and HR matters. His employment law experience includes drafting policies and agreements, conducting internal investigations, delivering compliance training, guiding employers through regulatory challenges and responding to administrative complaints. Brad has represented employers of all sizes—ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies—in a wide variety of industries, including construction, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, hospitality, solar energy, and technology. In addition to this broad experience, Brad has developed significant expertise in worker classification issues, particularly in the gig economy. He has worked with businesses using independent contractor models to help them navigate the legal and operational complexities unique to non-traditional workforces. Brad’s guidance helps clients reduce misclassification risk and design more sustainable, compliant contractor arrangements that support operational flexibility. His published work on this topic has appeared in Bloomberg Law’s Daily Labor Report, and he is a valuable resource for companies working within this rapidly evolving space. Prior to founding Adams Outside GC, Brad served as General Counsel for Meraki Installers LLC, where he managed the company’s legal, compliance, and HR functions. He previously practiced at top national and regional law firms, including Littler Mendelson, P.C., where he spent over a decade focusing exclusively on employment law as both an associate and shareholder. Earlier in his career, he worked in the Atlanta office of Powell Goldstein LLP (now Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner) and the Mobile, Alabama office of McDowell Knight Roedder & Sledge, LLC. Prior to joining Meraki, Brad worked in the Pensacola, Florida office of Emmanuel, Sheppard & Condon. Brad is licensed in Florida, Alabama, and Georgia, and was a Board-Certified Specialist in Labor and Employment Law through the Florida Bar from June 2021 through May 2026. He earned his J.D. with honors from the University of Florida Levin College of Law, where he was recognized for excellence in legal writing. He also holds a B.A. with honors and distinction from the University of the South (Sewanee). Brad is a speaker and published author on employment law topics and compliance strategy, contributing to Bloomberg Law, LexisNexis, and regional HR and legal conferences. For additional information, please visit adamsoutsidegc.com