Atty. Robyn D. Neely

Atty. Robyn D. Neely

Robyn Neely focuses her practice on environmental site contamination issues related to real estate and corporate sales and acquisitions, and leases, including pre-acquisition, pre-leasing and pre-foreclosure due diligence analysis. Her practice also includes managing the investigation and remediation of contaminated properties and brownfield redevelopment including innovative solutions to risk management with risk based corrective actions.

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About Robyn D. Neely at a glance

Robyn D. Neely is a environmental attorney based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at Akerman LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar. Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1987). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell, AV Rated (2026). Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robyn Neely focuses her practice on environmental site contamination issues related to real estate and corporate sales and acquisitions, and leases, including pre-acquisition, pre-leasing and pre-foreclosure due diligence analysis
  • Her practice also includes managing the investigation and remediation of contaminated properties and brownfield redevelopment including innovative solutions to risk management with risk based corrective actions
  • Her clients include private equity firms, homebuilders, residential apartment developers, hotels and resorts, lenders, international manufacturers, cell tower developers and service providers, municipal governments, and REITs throughout the United States
  • Robyn’s comprehensive environmental experience includes the assessment and remediation of sites impacted by arsenic, petroleum, chlorinated solvents, chlorinated pesticides, PCBs, asbestos, and radon, and involves risk-based closures and other alternative strategies for site closure, as well as environmental compliance matters including defense of enforcement actions under CERCLA, RCRA and state environmental laws
  • Her experience also has included industrial wastewater, air quality, landfills and hazardous waste
  • In consultation with engineers, geologists, and other technical experts, she assists with environmental due diligence, compliance and risk assessments and develops practical and cost-effective strategies to address existing contamination, or environmental violations
  • Robyn is consistently recognized by legal publications, including Chambers USA and Best Lawyers of America, which named her a Lawyer of the Year for Environmental Law

Practice Areas Explained

Robyn D. Neely's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robyn D. Neely handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 Robyn D. Neely

Where is Robyn D. Neely's law office located?
Robyn D. Neely's law practice is located in Orlando, Florida. The firm is Akerman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robyn D. Neely handle?
Robyn D. Neely focuses on environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Robyn D. Neely go to law school?
Robyn D. Neely earned their education at (J.D., 1987).
How can I contact Robyn D. Neely for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robyn D. Neely received?
Robyn D. Neely's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell, AV Rated; Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA 2012-2016, Ranked in Florida for Environment; Lawyer of the Year — Environmental Law (Orlando).

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 1987

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell, AV Rated
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA 2012-2016, Ranked in Florida for Environment
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Environmental Law (Orlando)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Environmental Law (Orlando)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Environmental Law (Orlando)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Environmental Law (Orlando)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Environmental Law (Orlando)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Environmental Law (Orlando)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

Florida, The Florida Bar

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