Berger Singerman

05/28/2026

Florida’s new Series LLC law takes effect July 1, 2026, introducing a new framework for businesses and investors evaluating how to structure and manage separate assets, operations, or ventures.

Robert Barron and Sophia Carballo outline key considerations for business owners, real estate investors, and entrepreneurs as they assess whether a Series LLC structure may align with their operations.

In just five weeks, Florida will join Delaware, Texas, Illinois, and other states that permit the formation of Series LLCs — a flexible business structure that allows a single “parent” LLC to house multiple protected series, each with its own assets, members, and liabilities. Signed into law b...

05/27/2026

Andrew B. Zelman was quoted in Law360 discussing considerations for employers managing summer internship programs, including when intern work may require compensation and the importance of clear internship agreements.

As college students start their summer internships, companies should keep in mind what attorneys say are the hallmarks of running a smooth program: appropriate work for interns and proper compensation. Here, Law360 shares three tips to keep this summer’s paid and unpaid internship programs complia...

05/22/2026

Michael R. Freiburghouse and Adrianne Lago were featured in Law360 highlighting their new leadership roles at Berger Singerman. The article discusses Michael’s role overseeing the firm’s financial planning and performance management, and Adrianne’s focus on refining internal processes, strengthening collaboration, and supporting the firm’s long-term objectives.

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Florida business law firm Berger Singerman LLP has tapped a new chief financial officer and chief operating officer in a certified public accountant and its former marketing chief, respectively.

05/21/2026

Congratulations to our partner, Nicolette Corso Vilmos, on her appointment as co-chair of the American Bankruptcy Institute’s Emerging Industries and Technology Committee. The committee focuses on the impact of emerging industries and technologies on restructuring and insolvency, providing insights for bankruptcy practitioners.

05/20/2026

Daily Business Review featured Berger Singerman’s leadership appointments, highlighting Michael Freiburghouse, CPA as Chief Financial Officer and Adrianne Lago as Chief Operating Officer as the firm continues to strengthen its operational platform and support its continued growth.

New CFO Michael R. Freiburghouse joins the firm from marketing consultancy Site Impact, while new COO Adrianne Lago previously led the firm's marketing and business development operations.

05/19/2026

We are pleased to welcome Laura Bea, Allie Fraga, and Alexander Ramos to our 2026 summer program. These accomplished students bring strong academic backgrounds, leadership experience, and a shared commitment to excellence. We look forward to their contributions this summer.

Berger Singerman, Florida’s business law firm, welcomes Laura Bea, Allie Fraga, and Alexander (Alex) Ramos as they begin their summer with Berger Singerman.

05/18/2026

Robert Barron was quoted in Daily Business Review discussing legal and practical considerations surrounding Florida’s new Series LLC framework, including how courts, lenders, and businesses may approach the structure as the law takes effect.

"I guess the practice point for every business person and every attorney is, just because it says 'LLC' ... a series entity is a different species of it," said Berger Singerman partner Robert Barron. "You just can't assume, 'Oh this is an LLC. We know all about those.' No, for this, you ... need to....

05/15/2026

Congratulations to Bryan Appel on being named a 2026 South Florida Business Journal 40 Under 40 Award honoree. This recognition highlights emerging leaders making an impact in their professions and communities across South Florida. We congratulate Bryan on this well-deserved recognition.

Berger Singerman, Florida’s business law firm, is proud to announce that Bryan Appel, partner and member of the firm’s Business, Finance, & Tax Team, has been recognized as a 2026 South Florida Business Journal 40 Under 40 award honoree. He will be presented with the award at a luncheon on Jul...

05/15/2026

Geoffrey Lottenberg was quoted in Bloomberg Law discussing the legal and practical challenges social media platforms face in addressing AI-generated deepfakes, including balancing parody, fair use, and name, image, and likeness rights.

YouTube is trying to get ahead of deepfakes amid persistent uncertainty over the extent of online platforms’ liability for maintaining damaging and potentially illegal content.

05/14/2026

Samuel J. Capuano and Erin Hoskins are serving as facilitators for the Bankruptcy Roundtable Discussion during the 2026 Eleventh Circuit Judicial Conference.

05/08/2026

Today, Edward Peterson will serve as a speaker at the Northern District of Florida Bankruptcy Bar Association’s Court Ordered Hotel Auctions Panel.