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Prominent Real Estate Attorneys Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez Launch Weiss Law: A Premier Boutique Firm Specializing in Real Estate
Boca Raton, FL – Weiss Law proudly announces its launch as a premier boutique law firm specializing in real estate transactions, dedicated to providing a white-glove client experience with legal services that rival the nation’s top law firms. The Firm offers expertise in acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, corporate matters, and general counsel services, and partners with outside counsel to provide strategic support with litigation, zoning, labor and employment law matters—all at highly competitive rates. Weiss Law is well-equipped to handle complex transactions nationwide.
ConnectCRE: Adam Weiss is Named a Top-10 Real Estate Attorney in Florida
We are honoring Adam Weiss with Connect CRE’s 2022 Florida Lawyers in Real Estate Award. The award celebrates real estate attorneys who have distinguished themselves in their practice and the larger community.
Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez Represent Developer in $35.4 M Construction Loan to Build 192 Unit BTR Project in Winter Haven, FL.
The property involved in this transaction is a multifamily asset located at 2850 West Lake Hamilton Drive in the Orlando market. It comprises 192 units and has a total square footage of 207,000. The transaction is secured by a construction loan amounting to $35,400,000.
Prominent Real Estate Attorneys, Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez, form Weiss Law, a Premier Boutique Firm Specializing in Real Estate
Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez are launching their own practice focused on the industry, a press release shows. Weiss Law will focus on real estate transactions, and offer legal counsel on acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, litigation and zoning matters, the release shows.
Why These Two Partners Broke Away from an Established FL Player for their Own Boutique
Weiss Law proudly announces its launch as a premier boutique law firm specializing in real estate transactions, dedicated to providing a white-glove client experience with legal services that rival the nation’s top law firms. The Firm offers expertise in acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, corporate matters, and general counsel services, and partners with outside counsel to provide strategic support with litigation, zoning, labor and employment law matters—all at highly competitive rates. Weiss Law is well-equipped to handle complex transactions nationwide.
Prominent Real Estate Attorneys, Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez, form Weiss Law, a Premier Boutique Firm Specializing in Real Estate
Weiss Law, a new boutique law firm specializing in real estate transactions, has opened with offices in Miami and Boca Raton, Florida.
The firm was co-founded by Adam J. Weiss, formerly a named partner at Solomon, Cooperman, Recondo & Weiss LLP and an attorney at Akerman LLP, and Sebastian Bohorquez, formerly an attorney at Bilzin Sumberg and Shutts & Bowen LLP and former in-house counsel to Kayne Anderson Real Estate.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Credit Union in Connection with a $7.6 M Loan for a Hotel in Fort Walton Beach, FL
Sammy Gil of Fairwinds Credit Union has provided a $7.65 million refinance loan for a hotel property located at 407 Miracle Strip Parkway Southwest in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. The loan was secured to refinance the existing debt on the property. Further details about the hotel's name, size, or brand affiliation were not disclosed in the available information.
Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez Represent Developer in $19.2M Construction Loan to Build a 120-Unit Live Local Project in Palm Bay, FL
Agador Spartacus Development secured a $19.2 million construction loan on February 12, 2025, to build a new affordable apartment complex in Palm Bay, Florida. The project aligns with Florida's Live Local Act, aiming to increase affordable housing options in the area. Legal assistance for the financing was provided by Weiss Law Real Estate Attorneys.
Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez Represent Private Equity Firm in $27 Million Sale of a Multifamily Portfolio in Bay Harbor Islands
Arash Gohari's 27 Capital sold a five-property multifamily portfolio in Bay Harbor Islands for $27.05 million, marking a 35% return and a 21% internal rate of return over an 18-month hold. The 76-unit portfolio was originally acquired off-market in 2023 for $21.5 million. The sale underscores the rising investor interest in Bay Harbor Islands, driven by its redevelopment momentum and proximity to Bal Harbour.
Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez Represent Investor in Office Development Project in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Landau Properties, led by CEO Jonathan Landau, has secured a $74 million construction loan from 3650 Capital to develop One Kane Concourse, a nine-story boutique office building in Bay Harbor Islands, Florida. Located near Bal Harbour Shops, the 126,000-square-foot project will feature 75,000 square feet of Class A office space, 17,000 square feet of retail, a marina, and two underground parking levels. Designed by architect Luis Revuelta, the development targets boutique financial firms and high-net-worth individuals. Retail space has already been leased to a high-end Japanese concept, though the tenant remains unnamed. Construction is expected to be completed in 2026.
Former Kasowitz Benson Real Estate Attorney, Shara Pipitone, Joins Weiss Law as Senior Counsel
The latest roundup of South Florida real estate hiring news highlights firms tapping new leadership across the tri-county region.
Coral Gables-based Codina Partners promoted Luis Castellon to executive vice president of development, according to a press release. In his new role, Castellon will oversee all aspects of development across Codina’s portfolio. He joined the firm as a vice president in 2017, following 10 years as a vice president with Related Group.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Lender in Connection with $17.8 M Acquisition of Class A Office Property in Parsippany, NJ
Colliers on Thursday announced it brokered the largest office transaction on the East Coast sold via Ten-X.com auction in the East Coast territory. Located at 2 Gatehall Drive, the Class A office building, which spans approximately 333,000-square-feet, sold for $17.8 million.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Landlord in lease negotiations for the fashion retailer Supreme’s flagship and first-ever store in Miami, located in the Design District
Supreme is opening its first Miami store on April 10, 2025, at 45 NE 41st Street in the Design District. The 3,735-square-foot space features a suspended skate bowl by Simparch and showcases artworks by artists like Rita Ackerman and Harmony Korine. Operating hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. The launch coincides with the release of "Headbanger," a skate film shot in Miami by William Strobeck, featuring skaters such as Elijah Odom and Miami native Zion Effs.
Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez Represent Private Equity Firm in $7.92 million acquisition of a Jacksonville Hotel
Miami-based Habitus Capital acquired the Windsor Inn at 1351 Airport Road in North Jacksonville for $7.92 million on September 26, 2024. This marks the firm's first investment outside Miami. The 6.4-acre property includes a 74,432-square-foot, Class C motel built in 1970. Previously sold for $7 million in 2022, the site is considered to have potential for increased income. Habitus Capital, known for boutique hotel and residential projects in Miami, has not disclosed plans for the property.
Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez Represent Developer in $6.5 M Sale of Townhouse Community in Davenport, FL.
A townhouse community in Davenport, Florida, recently sold for $6.5 million. The development, featuring two- and three-bedroom units, offers amenities such as a swimming pool, dog park, and in-unit washer/dryer facilities. Located near major highways and Orlando attractions, the property appeals to both residents and investors seeking rental opportunities
Adam J. Weiss Represents Lender in $10.2 M Loan for Acquisition of an Office Property in Roseland, NJ
Alma Realty sold the 294,000-square-foot office building at 4 Becker Farm Road in Roseland, New Jersey, for $10.25 million. The buyer was not disclosed, and the deal was brokered by Julio Reyes of Reyes & El Samad Real Estate Group. The sale signals continued investor interest in office properties with value-add potential in the Roseland area.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Seller in $2.45 M Residential Sale in Boca Raton, FL.
The property asset involved in this transaction is a single-family home located at 20058 Pacific Dunes Drive in Boca Raton. The sale price of the property was $2,450,000, with a total area of 5,393 square feet, resulting in a price per square foot of $454.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Lender to Provide Acquisition Financing for $19M Edgewater Development Site
Groupe City is retreating from Florida, after offloading a development site in Miami’s Edgewater for $19.2 million. The French firm previously planned to build its first project in the U.S. on the 0.8-acre assemblage.
Adam J. Weiss and Sabeha Hylton Represent Buyer in $7.5 M Acquisition of an Industrial Property in Orlando, FL
The asset involved in this transaction is an industrial property located at 2475 Clark Street and 2501 Clark Street in Orlando. The total square footage of the property is 43,275 square feet, and it was sold for a price of $7,500,000, which translates to a price per square foot of $173.
Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez Represent Developer in $2.5 million Sale of a Multifamily Development Site in the Miami River District
Luxury fashion houses Loewe and Thom Browne have opened new boutiques at The Royal Poinciana Plaza in Palm Beach, Florida. Loewe's store showcases women's ready-to-wear, bags, shoes, and accessories, featuring the brand's Casa Loewe concept with handcrafted ceramic tiles and curated art pieces. Thom Browne's boutique reflects his signature Americana aesthetic, blending structured design with whimsical elements. The opening event included a luncheon at Sant Ambroeus, attended by notable figures such as Karolina Kurkova and Lisa Perry.
Attorneys Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez Represent Borrower in $32M Construction Loan for BTR Community
Agador Spartacus Development has secured a $32 million construction loan for Magnolia at Spring Hill, a 162-unit built-to-rent project in Spring Hill, Fla. A partnership of North River Partners and Amzak Capital Partners provided the non-recourse funding. JLL represented the borrower and, last year, arranged the equity.
Attorneys Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez Represent Dwight Capital in its 23K-SF HQ in Bay Harbor Islands
Commercial real estate lender Dwight Capital signed a 23,000-square-foot lease to move its headquarters to The Well, Terra’s mixed-use development in Bay Harbor Islands, Fla., Commercial Observer can first report.
Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez Represent Investors in Equity Raise for Construction of 266-Unit BTR Project in Palm Bay
Stellar Communities and Adam America Real Estate are developing Havens at Palm Bay, a 266-unit build-to-rent project in Palm Bay, Florida. JLL Capital Markets secured $52.7 million in construction financing for the venture. The community will feature single-story, casita-style homes with one to three bedrooms, situated near a Publix-anchored shopping center. Amenities include a resort-style pool, clubhouse, playground, dog park, and self-storage facilities. Completion is expected in 2026, targeting professionals in the nearby Space Coast's aerospace and tech sectors.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Lender in Providing Acquisition Financing for NE Florida Medical Facility
Marcus & Millichap Capital Corporation (MMCC), a leading provider of commercial real estate capital markets financing solutions, arranged $23,625,000 in financing for the purchase of Lakeview Health, a single-tenant triple-net leased medical facility in Jacksonville, Florida.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Buyer in Acquisition of Industrial Asset for $10.5M in Jacksonville
The property involved in this transaction is located at 8802 Corporate Square Court and 8511 Alton Avenue in Jacksonville. It is an industrial asset with a sale price of $10,500,000 and encompasses a total square footage of 80,000, translating to a price per square foot of $131.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Lender in Providing Acquisition Financing for Development Site in Fort Myers for $20M
A development site on Alico Road and Three Oaks Parkway in Fort Myers has been sold for $20,000,000. The property spans 1,507,001 square feet, resulting in a price per square foot of $13. The buyer, Meyers Group, acquired the site from the seller, Paul Freeman.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Buyer in Green Diamond Condominium Acquisition for $7.325M
Located at 4775 Collins Avenue Tower Suite 4404 in Miami Beach, this condo was recently sold for $7,325,000. The property spans 2,670 square feet with a price per square foot of $2,743. The sale was facilitated by Laura Curson of The Curson Group, along with Claudia Whitechurch and Natasha Gaguine of The Claudia Whitechurch Team.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Seller in Sale of Fort Lauderdale Apartment Complex for $59M
The property sold for a modest gain after six years.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Developer in Securing $32.7M Joint Venture LP Equity and Construction Debt for 132-Unit BTR Project in Central FL
JLL announced that it has arranged joint venture LP equity and non-recourse construction financing for the development of Townhomes at Powell, a 132-unit, townhome-style build-to-rent community in Wildwood, Florida within The Villages MSA.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Lender in $19M Construction Financing for Doral Hotel
An EB-5 joint venture scored $19.2 million in construction financing for a hotel project in Doral.
Fort Lauderdale-based OptimumBank provided a $12.1 million loan for the proposed 125-key Even Hotel, an IHG brand, at 2005 Northwest 110th Avenue, according to records. Robert Bhat with Marcus & Millichap arranged the financing, according to a press release.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Lender in Assignment of a $76.5M Loan for Construction of a Dania Beach Project
Royal Palm Companies nabbed a $76.5 million loan to build a rental project near the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, according to the brokerage that arranged the loan.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Private Equity Firm in Acquisition of a 299-Unit Apartment Building in Baltimore, MD
Galium Capital, LLC, a Miami-based private equity group, has announced the acquisition of Hanover Cross Street in Baltimore, MD. Hanover Cross Street is a 299-unit institutional-grade multifamily apartment building with an additional 12,000 square feet of retail located in Baltimore, MD. The transaction closed on November 17, 2021. Bill Roohan & Brian Margerum from CBRE brokered the transaction. Stephen West & Matthew Wallach from Walker Dunlop secured debt from Freddie Mac.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Private Equity Firm in Acquisition of a 340-Unit Apartment Building in Houston, TX
Galium Capital, LLC, a Miami-based private equity group, has announced the acquisition of Millennium High Street in Houston, TX. Millennium High Street is a LEED Gold-certified, 340-unit institutional-grade multifamily apartment building in Galleria District of Houston. The transaction closed on August 20, 2021.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Private School in $10M Acquisition of North Miami Beach Properties
A prime industrial property assemblage in North Miami Beach has been sold in an off-market deal. The assemblage consists of four properties located at 1998 NE 161st St, 2000 NE 161st St, 2054 NE 161st St, and 2051 NE 160th St, along with vacant land. The total square footage of the buildings is 33,713 SF, with a price per square foot of $297. The land spans an area of 101,555 SF, with a price per square foot of $98. The transaction took place on 10/28/2022 and the sale price was $10,000,000
Adam J. Weiss Represents Investor in $9.1M Acquisition of Industrial Property
A 207,261 square-foot industrial property located at 1750 North Powerline Road in South Florida has been sold for $9,100,000. The property spans across 4.76 acres and was sold at a price of $44 per square foot.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Seller in Sale of Industrial Property in Plantation
The industrial property located at 6600 Northwest 16th Street in Plantation was recently sold for $6,300,000. Spanning 33,000 square feet, the property was sold at a price per square foot of $191.
Adam J. Weiss and Sebastian Bohorquez Represent Buyer in Acquisition of Industrial Asset in Deerfield Beach
The asset involved in this transaction is an industrial property located at 611-701 Northeast 42nd Street in the Deerfield Beach market. The sale price of the property is $4,000,000. The total square footage of the asset is 23,735, resulting in a price per square foot of $168.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Buyer in $4.7M Acquisition of Industrial Property in Pompano Beach
A bulk condo purchase of an industrial property in Pompano Beach has closed for $4,675,000. The property is located at 2180-2182 NW 18th Ave and covers an undisclosed amount of square footage. The buyers, Flying Point represented by Sam Genet and Zach Sohn, have acquired the property from sellers Edward Holtz and Hylda Holtz.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Buyer in $7.55M Acquisition of Industrial Property in Plantation
The industrial property located at 1850 Northwest 69th Avenue in Plantation has been sold. The property spans 38,000 square feet and was sold for a total price of $7,550,000, resulting in a price per square foot of $199. The transaction took place on June 1, 2023.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Buyer in $5.9M Acquisition of Industrial Property in West Palm Beach
An industrial property located at 6461 Garden Road in West Palm Beach has been sold in a recent transaction. The property spans across 38,979 square feet and was sold for a price of $5,916,000, which translates to an average price per square foot of $152.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Buyer in $3.25M Acquisition of Industrial Asset in Hollywood
An industrial property located at 1010 North 20th Avenue in Hollywood has been sold for $3,250,000. The property has a building size of 18,339 square feet and a price per square foot of $177. The land size is 45,342 square feet, with a price per square foot of $72.
Adam J. Weiss Represents Chip City Cookies in Connection with the Retailier’s National Expansion
Chip City Cookies, The gourmet shop from New York, is cooking up three outposts in South Florida that are all slated to open this year.
The first location in Miami Beach’s Sunset Harbour neighborhood at 1935 West Avenue will span 980 square feet, according to Jared Robins and Justin Lee of Inhouse Commercial, who assisted the Chip City team in securing the Miami leases. It’s scheduled to open this September.