Our attorneys at Jimerson Birr listen and take time to understand the nuances of our business and the risks we face with every deal or decision in a way that has earned them tremendous credibility. They thoroughly prepare us and put us in a position to anticipate our challenges rather […]
The first COVID-19 related Emergency Order from Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation (“DBPR”) was issued on March 16, 2020 (“2020-01”). Now, nine (9) months later and there is another spike of COVID-19 infections across the country. As COVID-19 infections spike, board members of Community Associations across the state […]
Featured in the November 2020 Issue Partner’s Perspective: Little Moments Are the Joys of Life Firm Nominated for Reader’s Choice Award – Vote Today Jimerson Birr Ranks Among “Best Law Firms” in America Long-time Northeast Florida Real Estate Development Executive Bill Garrison Joins Jimerson Birr as Firm Development Executive Curiosities, Ruminations […]
Q: What is the Florida definition of a mortgage and debt? A: The word “mortgage” shall mean any written instrument securing the payment of money or advances and includes liens to secure payment of assessments arising under Florida Statutes Chapters 718 and 719 and liens created pursuant to the recorded covenants […]
When a borrower applies for a loan, most lenders require the borrower to pledge an asset as security for the repayment of the loan, i.e. collateral. In the event the borrower defaults, usually by failing to make loan payments, a secured creditor has a right to take possession of the […]
Jacksonville, Fla. – November 10, 2020 – Jimerson Birr, a full-service, Florida-based business law firm, has been named one of the “Best Law Firms” for the second year, according to U.S. News & World Report. Firms included in the 2021 Edition of “Best Law Firms” are recognized for professional excellence […]
Featured in the October 2020 Issue Partner’s Perspective: The Art of Advocacy as Best Taught by Mr. Rogers Firm Partner Leads Training on Developer Turnover for Community Association Industry Managing Problem Construction Projects Webinar Series Concludes with Sixth Installment Catch Up on our Banking & Financial Services Industry Blog Series for […]
“You’ve stopped getting paid, now what?” aired on Thursday, October 22, 2020. The webinar covered options subcontractors and suppliers can take upon nonpayment on a construction project. The presentation reviewed non-payment issues, and provided ideas for planning, due diligence, and best practices that subcontractors and suppliers can employ when their […]
Under Florida law, condominium associations have the ability to assess unit owners for their proportional amount of the costs and expenses for maintaining and operating the condominium property. The ability of condominium associations to collect assessments from unit owners is provided for in Chapter 718, Fla. Stat., and in the […]
On September 18, 2020, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 101, an act relating to public construction, into law. This new law amends Section 218.735, Florida Statutes (the “Local Government Prompt Payment Act”) and Section 255.078, Florida Statutes (the “Florida Prompt Payment Act”), by reducing the maximum retainage rate […]