Atty. Jonathan Leigh Awner

Atty. Jonathan Leigh Awner

Mr. Jonathan Leigh Awner is a lawyer practicing automotive, banking, lending & structured finance and 7 other areas of law.

Miami Miami 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Jonathan Leigh Awner at a glance

Jonathan Leigh Awner is a Shareholder based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Akerman LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in FL (1985). Educated at Boston Univ. (J.D., 1985) and Swarthmore College (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Jonathan Leigh Awner is a lawyer practicing automotive, banking, lending & structured finance and 7 other areas of law
  • Jonathan received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Jonathan practices at Akerman LLP in Miami, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan Leigh Awner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan Leigh Awner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Jonathan Leigh Awner is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Florida →

Securities Law

Jonathan Leigh Awner is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jonathan Leigh Awner

Where is Jonathan Leigh Awner's law office located?
Jonathan Leigh Awner's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is Akerman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan Leigh Awner handle?
Jonathan Leigh Awner focuses on business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Jonathan Leigh Awner practiced law?
Jonathan Leigh Awner has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Jonathan Leigh Awner go to law school?
Jonathan Leigh Awner earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Jonathan Leigh Awner for a consultation?
You can contact Jonathan Leigh Awner directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jonathan Leigh Awner received?
Jonathan Leigh Awner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston Univ.
- 1985
B.A.
Swarthmore College
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

FL
Admitted: 1985

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