Atty. Manuel "Manny" Farach

Atty. Manuel "Manny" Farach

Manuel Farach advises clients in complex real estate and business matters with a focus on real estate and creditor’s rights work. He has worked extensively on real estate matters, including complex appellate and litigation matters, and real estate transactions running the gamut from leasing, purchases, sales, and construction to development deals for entities in the hospitality and other industries.

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Profile Summary

About Manuel "Manny" Farach at a glance

Manuel "Manny" Farach is a business, real estate, estate litigation, and litigation attorney based in West Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at Taft. Admitted to practice in Florida, State of Florida. Educated at Florida State University (JD, 1985) and Stetson University (BS, 1981). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (West Palm Beach) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026). Serands clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Manuel Farach advises clients in complex real estate and business matters with a focus on real estate and creditor’s rights work
  • He has worked extensively on real estate matters, including complex appellate and litigation matters, and real estate transactions running the gamut from leasing, purchases, sales, and construction to development deals for entities in the hospitality and other industries
  • Manny is board certified by The Florida Bar in Real Estate Law, Business Litigation, and Appellate Law, one of only 15 members of The Florida Bar who are simultaneously certified in three areas of practice
  • In addition to his real estate work, Manny has extensive experience representing lenders and borrowers in both transactions and litigation, including bankruptcy and complex foreclosure litigation
  • He served as outside general counsel for a savings and loan association and has counseled government entities involved in the financial sector including the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the Resolution Trust Corporation (RTC), and the Federal Savings and Loan Insurance Corporation (FSLIC)
  • Manny serves as an arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association, has significant FINRA arbitration experience, and is certified as a Florida Supreme Court approved mediator
  • He previously served as a Foreclosure Commissioner for the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
  • Manny is a regular speaker on topics as diverse as real estate law, business litigation, technology law, and professionalism
  • He has authored numerous legal publications, including Florida Real Estate Law (the real estate component of Thomson-West’s Florida Practice Series), and publishes the Florida Real Property and Business Litigation Report, a highly-read weekly compilation of state and nationwide real estate and business cases
  • Manny is board certified by The Florida Bar in the areas of Real Estate Law, Business Litigation, and Appellate Law and one of only 15 members of The Florida Bar who are simultaneously certified in three areas of practice

Practice Areas Explained

Manuel "Manny" Farach's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Manuel "Manny" Farach 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Manuel "Manny" Farach is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Estate & Trust Litigation

Manuel "Manny" Farach is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 West Palm Beach 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 Manuel "Manny" Farach

Where is Manuel "Manny" Farach's law office located?
Manuel "Manny" Farach's law practice is located in West Palm Beach, Florida. The firm is Taft. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Manuel "Manny" Farach handle?
Manuel "Manny" Farach focuses on business, real estate, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Manuel "Manny" Farach go to law school?
Manuel "Manny" Farach earned their education at (JD, 1985); (BS, 1981).
How can I contact Manuel "Manny" Farach for a consultation?
You can contact Manuel "Manny" Farach 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 Manuel "Manny" Farach received?
Manuel "Manny" Farach's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (West Palm Beach); Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:.

Education

JD
Florida State University
- 1985
BS
Stetson University
- 1981

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (West Palm Beach)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Title Matters
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Florida Bar, Business Law Section, Outstanding Member of the Year Award, 2016
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA, Florida, Real Estate, Recognized Practitioner, 2019
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Justice Anstead Board Certified Lawyer of the Year, 2019
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida's 50 Most Influential Hispanic Business Leaders, Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, 2019
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Judge Edward Rodgers Diversity Award, Palm Beach County Bar Association, 2020
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Trend's “Legal Elite” (including Hall of Fame), 2008-2020
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Super Lawyers (Real Estate: Business; Business Litigation; Appellate), 2006–2020
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Super Lawyers “Top 100,” Miami, Florida, 2015–2020
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County Pro Bono Award, 2007
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Palm Beach County Bar Association Professionalism Award, 2008
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Florida, State of Florida

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