Atty. Daniel P. "Dan" Faust
Dan Faust represents clients in large scale, complex real estate development projects and commercial acquisitions throughout the United States. From representing buyers, owners, borrowers, and builders in all aspects of transforming a neighborhood, to multi-phase projects and programmatic acquisition, financing, and development platforms, clients value Dan’s ability to lead sophisticated engagements.
Real Estate Law Attorney · Serving Miami, FL
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About Daniel P. "Dan" Faust at a Glance
Daniel P. "Dan" Faust is a real estate attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar. Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Northwestern University (BA, 2001). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Recognized as a "40 Under 40," Outstanding Lawyer of South Florida, 2014 (2026). Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel P. "Dan" Faust
- Dan Faust represents clients in large scale, complex real estate development projects and commercial acquisitions throughout the United States
- From representing buyers, owners, borrowers, and builders in all aspects of transforming a neighborhood, to multi-phase projects and programmatic acquisition, financing, and development platforms, clients value Dan’s ability to lead sophisticated engagements
- He has been recognized by leading industry publications, such as The Best Lawyers in America and Daily Business Review, for his work managing complex, multi-faceted transactions
- Dan serves as the lead attorney in transformational projects that are redefining real estate in a post-recession landscape
- His experience includes landmark projects such as the Wynwood neighborhood and the Faena District, which highlight his commitment to the revitalization of Miami in the wake of the Great Recession
- He also represents investors, lenders, and developers in transactions throughout the United States, including joint ventures, asset acquisitions and dispositions, mortgage and mezzanine loans, and distressed property investments and restructurings
- To help the next generation of business in Miami, Dan collaborates with serial entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry disruptors in a variety of contexts
- He helped form an interdisciplinary group of Akerman attorneys focused on cultivating the entrepreneurial spirit in the city’s urban core and encouraging its development as a technology hub for Latin America
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel P. "Dan" Faust's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel P. "Dan" Faust handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Miami.
Real Estate Law in Miami
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Miami
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Miami are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Miami Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Miami-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Miami Choose Daniel P. "Dan" Faust
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel P. "Dan" Faust's practice in the field of real estate.
Focused Real Estate Practice
Concentrating on real estate means Daniel P. "Dan" Faust's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Miami
A Miami-based practice means Daniel P. "Dan" Faust attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Daniel P. "Dan" Faust Handles in Miami
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