Jimmy Morales returns to private law practice
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Bilzin Sumberg, one of Florida’s preeminent business law firms, has expanded its capabilities with the addition of accomplished attorney and respected public leader, Jimmy Morales, as Special Counsel.
Bringing broad experience across complex development, governmental, corporate, regulatory and strategic matters, Morales joins the firm’s widely recognized Land Development & Government Relations Group.
Morales brings more than three decades of experience spanning senior government leadership and sophisticated private practice, having served as chief operating officer for Miami-Dade County, city manager for Miami Beach, and city attorney for Doral and Marathon in Monroe County. Throughout his career, he has advised businesses, investors, public entities, institutions and community leaders on complex legal, commercial, regulatory and governmental matters in Florida, across the United States and internationally.
His arrival further strengthens Bilzin Sumberg’s ability to serve clients navigating consequential transactions, strategic initiatives, government matters, regulatory challenges and opportunities for growth. With deep roots in South Florida and extensive experience working across jurisdictions, industries and sectors, Morales brings a distinctive understanding of how legal, business, governmental and public-policy considerations converge.
At Bilzin Sumberg, Morales joins a multidisciplinary team representing developers, investors, multinational companies, family offices, financial institutions, public entities and other organizations across a broad range of industries, including real estate and development, housing, financial services and private capital, government and public infrastructure, transportation and aviation, technology and digital infrastructure, healthcare and life sciences, higher education, and sports, entertainment and hospitality.
“Jimmy Morales’ decision to join Bilzin Sumberg speaks volumes about the firm’s position in the Florida market and where we’re headed,” said CEO and managing partner Albert E. Dotson Jr. “As a public servant for three decades, Jimmy has done the job that most attorneys in our field only view from the sidelines — he’s run the government. What makes his perspective truly unique, however, is that he’s also spent decades as a trusted private counselor, giving him firsthand experience navigating transformative projects from every angle.”
Bilzin Sumberg has a longstanding history of representing leading companies and organizations shaping Florida’s landscape and economy, including Codina Development, Property Markets Group, Related Development, Terra, Gencom, Lennar Corporation, Brightline, Broward College, Miami Dade Community College, the Miami Dolphins, South Florida Motorsports, GL Homes, Hyatt Hotels, AMLI Development and 13th Floor Investments, among others.
“Bilzin Sumberg has built an exceptional platform by combining sophisticated legal counsel with a deep understanding of the businesses, institutions, and communities it serves,” Morales said. “Having worked across both the public and private sectors, I understand the importance of helping clients navigate not only legal issues, but also the governmental and commercial realities that shape successful outcomes. I’m excited to join a team with such strong Florida roots and national and international reach, and to help clients capitalize on new opportunities and achieve their strategic goals.”
In addition to his legal and public-sector leadership, Morales serves on the board of directors for the Leroy Collins Institute, is a past chair of The Miami Foundation, a co-founder of the Miami chapter of Autism Speaks, a former board member for Leadership Florida, and is a member of the Orange Bowl Committee.
Morales earned his J.D. from Harvard Law School and his bachelor’s degree from Harvard College.
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