Atty. Eric D. Rapkin
Eric Rapkin serves as chair of Akerman’s Real Estate Practice Group, one of the nation’s top-ranked real estate legal teams representing developers, investors, and other real estate end users in complex transactions, development and redevelopment projects, public-private initiatives, loan origination and recoveries, and litigation matters across the United States and Latin America. A consummate dealmaker, Eric’s practice focuses on sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, including the leasing, acquisition, disposition, and financing of office towers, shopping centers, industrial pro
Real Estate Law Attorney · Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL
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About Eric D. Rapkin at a Glance
Eric D. Rapkin is a real estate attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Akerman LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, Florida State Bar. Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1986) and University of Florida (BA, 1983). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Transactions (2026). Serves clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric D. Rapkin
- Eric Rapkin serves as chair of Akerman’s Real Estate Practice Group, one of the nation’s top-ranked real estate legal teams representing developers, investors, and other real estate end users in complex transactions, development and redevelopment projects, public-private initiatives, loan origination and recoveries, and litigation matters across the United States and Latin America
- A consummate dealmaker, Eric’s practice focuses on sophisticated commercial real estate transactions, including the leasing, acquisition, disposition, and financing of office towers, shopping centers, industrial properties, hotels, and medical office buildings for top developers, institutional investors, and investment funds
- Recognized by Chambers USA as “a very knowledgeable resource on leasing transactions,” as well as noting that “he approaches things from a business perspective,” Eric has finalized deals for many millions of square feet of office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use projects
- He is well versed in build-to-suit projects, possessing a detailed knowledge of the complex construction provisions that are central to these deals
- Eric is also experienced in office tower acquisitions and dispositions and major public-private partnership transactions
- Eric has served in numerous leaderships roles in the real estate sector, including the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) and NAIOP Commercial Real Estate Development Association
Practice Areas Explained
Eric D. Rapkin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric D. Rapkin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Lauderdale.
Real Estate Law in Fort Lauderdale
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 Fort Lauderdale
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 Fort Lauderdale 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.
Fort Lauderdale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fort Lauderdale-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 Fort Lauderdale Choose Eric D. Rapkin
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 Eric D. Rapkin's practice in the field of real estate.
Focused Real Estate Practice
Concentrating on real estate means Eric D. Rapkin's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Fort Lauderdale
A Fort Lauderdale-based practice means Eric D. Rapkin 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 Eric D. Rapkin Handles in Fort Lauderdale
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