A Broad Understanding And Commitment In Florida Land Development Law
Our Fort Lauderdale, Florida law firm offers the following services related to land development/real estate:
- Acquisition and financing of residential and commercial real estate
- Acquisition and disposition of raw land for commercial development, including apartment complexes, condominiums, and office buildings
- Zoning, land use, variance, building permit, and nonconforming use issues
- Negotiation of financing including workouts and workarounds
- Lender representation
- Debt restructuring
- Contract negotiations
- Condominium and building associations
- Drafting and enforcing easements
- City redevelopment agreements
- Construction and architectural contracts
- Title insurance examinations and related matters
- Drafting and negotiation of commercial leases
- Drafting condominium declarations
- Preparing property management and brokerage agreements
- Commercial lease agreements and disputes
- Specific performance claims
- Mixed-use developments and rehab projects
- Section 1031 like-kind exchanges of investment property
- Mechanic’s liens, lien waivers, construction disputes
- Warranty issues and enforcement
Due to decades of experience in real estate throughout the state of Florida, Saavedra-Goodwin can often anticipate and resolve the legal problems that could delay or frustrate your business objectives. We are here to help you reach your objectives, especially now as the economy continues to recover in these areas.
The Trusted Fort Lauderdale Attorneys For Florida Developers
Florida developers have to make many legal decisions on each land development project regarding site acquisition, financing arrangements, land use, architectural contracts, construction contracts, condominium contracts, as well as declarations and easements. In Florida’s competitive real estate market, real estate developers are under pressure to aggressively pursue development sites without sacrificing the requisite legal protections that Saavedra-Goodwin can provide.
Our land development law firm understands what developers want and need. We provide services in order to support land developers in reaching their goals instead of creating obstacles that get in the way of development. At Saavedra-Goodwin, we will not interject unnecessary legal hurdles but, rather, protect the developer from those risks and contingencies that make the deal unprofitable. Our attorneys are experienced, confident deal makers who work closely and cordially with brokers, underwriters, construction professionals, and state and local government agencies to quickly and efficiently move the project to a successful closing.
Saavedra-Goodwin has provided quality legal representation to a wide range of land development clients since 1988. Our firm practices real estate law in the following areas: Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Miami, Miami-Dade County, West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, and throughout the state of Florida.
Get The Land Development Guidance You Need
Call and speak to one of our attorneys about your issue. Call (954) 767-6333 or send us a brief email about your matter and we will be in touch. Helping Florida developers succeed since 1988, Saavedra-Goodwin.
Damaso Saavedra
Mr. Saavedra is the managing partner of the firm, which he established in 1988. Born in Havana, Cuba, Mr. Saavedra is fluent in English and Spanish. He received his B.A. in 1979 from the University of Connecticut and his J.D. in 1986 from the George Washington National Law Center. Mr. Saavedra has served as Secretary and Director for the Inter-American Businessmen Association and co-authored “An Introduction to the Settlement of Unresolved Property Claims against the Cuban Government.” Mr. Saavedra also served as Staff Assistant for Congressman William Lehman in Washington, D.C. [ ATTORNEY BIO ]
Saavedra-Goodwin has been my family attorney for over 35 years. They have been personable, knowledgeable, ethical and balanced with any legal advice. I would enthusiastically recommend them for legal work from real estate to family law.. - J. Pasalodos
I have worked with this law firm for 17 years on several business matters. They have a great team of attorneys and a fantastic support staff. I always felt secure with this firm handling my legal needs. They never missed a beat. I won't use any other firm for my legal needs in south Florida. - D. Mitchell
My experience with the team at Saavedra-Goodwin was outstanding. They handled our situation with the utmost professionalism and care. Their proactive approach saved me time and money. I highly recommend Saavedra-Goodwin to anyone seeking legal services in family and estate planning matters. - L. Reda
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