Atty. Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan

Atty. Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan

Michael J. Sullivan is Co-Chair of the firm’s Hospitality Group.

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Profile Summary

About Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan at a glance

Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan is a real estate attorney based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar. Educated at Yale University (BA, 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Leisure and Hospitality Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael J. Sullivan is Co-Chair of the firm’s Hospitality Group
  • Mike has wide-ranging experience in the acquisition, development, finance and disposition of hotels, resorts, branded residences and condo-hotels, and health care-related properties
  • management, franchise and operating agreements for hotels
  • publicly financed hotel management agreements
  • seniors housing management and third-party lease agreements
  • construction and permanent financings (balance sheet and CMBS)
  • and the purchase of distressed mortgage debt instruments secured by hospitality-related and medical real estate

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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 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 Orlando 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 Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan

Where is Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan's law office located?
Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan's law practice is located in Orlando, Florida. The firm is Greenberg Traurig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan handle?
Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan go to law school?
Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan earned their education at (BA, 1980).
How can I contact Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan received?
Michael J. "Mike" Sullivan's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Leisure and Hospitality Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

BA
Yale University
- 1980

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Leisure and Hospitality Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Trend magazine, "Legal Elite," Litigation, 2004-2006
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Orlando magazine, "The Best Lawyers in Orlando," 2010
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Law360 "Real Estate Practice Group of the Year," 2011 and 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Legal 500 United States, 2007-2010 and 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine, Florida Super Lawyers, 2006-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA Guide, Real Estate and Leisure Hospitality, 2004-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Winning Team, Chambers USA Award for Excellence, Real Estate, 2010 and 2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Legal 500 United States, "Top Tier" Firm in Real Estate, 2013
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Leisure and Hospitality Law (Orlando)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Orlando)
- 2013

Bar Admissions

Florida, The Florida Bar

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