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Miami Partner Blake Sando and Associate Rodrigo Fernandez secured dismissal with prejudice in a legal malpractice case tied to a Florida Keys real estate transaction, with the court finding the claims time-barred. buff.ly/giR8UNY

The CSK Women’s Initiative Network (CSK WIN) hosted its inaugural Petals & Prosecco in Miami, bringing together women attorneys for an evening of connection and community in honor of Women’s History Month.

Orlando Partners Ryan Sawyer and Guive Rosen secured a defense verdict in a rear-end collision case, limiting damages to about 2.6% of the Plaintiff’s demand. The jury found no permanent injury or future medical expenses. buff.ly/2HGs71T

Cheers to Miami Associate Natalia Morales as she begins this beautiful new chapter. Surrounded by her CSK colleagues on her wedding day, this photo captures not just a celebration of love, but the strong bonds that make our firm feel like family. Congratulations!

CSK proudly served as Host Sponsor of the Coral Gables Bar Association’s 2026 Annual Judicial Reception, bringing together the legal community. Miami Associate and CGBA Board Member Rodrigo Fernandez joined fellow CSK attorneys at the event.

West Palm Beach Managing Partner Barry Postman, Partner Lee Cohen, and Associate Andrew Goodman secured a defense verdict in a construction injury case involving alleged drywall injuries. After a 3-week trial, the jury found no negligence. buff.ly/4St1KRG

New beginnings, same trusted service. Our Bonita Springs office has moved to a new location—while the address has changed, our commitment to exceptional service remains the same. We look forward to welcoming you. buff.ly/9fzfWLM

Miami Partners Yazen Alami and David Salazar, and Associate Simon Morales secured a favorable result in a construction defect case by defeating a non-delegable duty argument. The court denied summary judgment, preserving key issues for trial. buff.ly/AetEymB

Miami Partners Alejandro Cura and David Caballero, and Associate Eric Ramputh secured a full defense verdict in an auto case with admitted liability. The jury found no causation of the Plaintiff’s injuries after brief deliberation. buff.ly/BTko7xB

Orlando Partners Ryan Sawyer and Scott Shelton secured a favorable result in an uninsured motorist case after deposition testimony weakened the Plaintiff’s injury claims mid-trial. The Plaintiff accepted the $40,000 policy limits. buff.ly/qohFezE

Fort Lauderdale East Partner Jose Campos and Associate Gregory Lica secured summary judgment and full indemnity for a general contractor in a construction injury case. The court enforced subcontract indemnity provisions. buff.ly/jEPNV0l

Miami Partners Samuel Basch and Joseph Goldberg secured summary judgment and dismissal with prejudice in a festival injury case by establishing the festival as the Plaintiff’s statutory employer, triggering workers’ compensation immunity. buff.ly/SFgglb8

Jacksonville Managing Partner Patrick Snyder, Associate Shawn Carmical, and Partner Christopher Walsh secured a defense verdict in a disputed auto accident case involving claimed spinal injuries. After a four-day trial, the jury found no negligence. buff.ly/TCE0Qux

Orlando Partner Scott Shelton and Tampa Partner Marina Moussa secured a complete defense verdict in a rear-end collision case with disputed injury claims. After one hour of deliberations, the jury found no causation and awarded zero damages. buff.ly/pyqcD2j

The CSK Tampa team participated in the Hillsborough County Bar Association’s 5K Pro Bono River Run & Judicial Food Festival. With 300+ runners and thousands of pro bono hours pledged, the event highlighted a shared commitment to expanding access to justice.

Fort Lauderdale West Managing Partner Kip Lassner and Associate Amanda Wasserman secured dismissal of all claims against their client in a complex case involving workers’ compensation lien allegations, delivering a strong early defense victory. buff.ly/AytcsOz

Miami Partner Jason Villares secured dismissal with prejudice of a Lee County injury lawsuit after proving the Plaintiff committed fraud on the court. The court barred refiling and retained jurisdiction to determine attorney’s fees and costs. buff.ly/chn1AqC

Miami Partners Henry Salas and Sean Hernandez, and Associate Bridget Gonzalez secured a complete defense verdict in a pedestrian injury trial. After just over an hour of deliberations, the jury found no negligence and awarded zero damages. buff.ly/IbagCaF

Congratulations to Partners Jennifer V. Ruiz, Sheila Gonzales Jonasz, & Brandon Waas on their appointments to the Professionalism Panel for the 11th Judicial Circuit of Miami-Dade County, where they will help promote civility & the highest standards within the legal profession.

Tampa Administrative Partner Michelle Bartels and Managing Partner Dan Shapiro secured a defense verdict in a Hillsborough trial involving a 13-year-old’s claims. The jury found no permanent injury and awarded under 10% of the $1.8M sought. buff.ly/5n49m9H