Category: Corporate Governance Law, Corporate Law, International Mergers and Acquisitions, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law, Securities Regulation
Location (State/City): Florida / Miami
Full Name or Firm Name: Jonathan L. Awner, Akerman LLP
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Practice Areas (Category): Corporate Governance, Corporate Law, International Mergers and Acquisitions, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity, Mergers and Acquisitions, Securities / Capital Markets, Securities Regulation
Years of Experience: Since 1985 (40 years)
Licensing and Bar Admissions: Florida, The Florida Bar
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Complete Office Address: Three Brickell City Centre, Suite 1100, 98 Southeast Seventh Street, Miami, FL 33131
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Contact Info (Phone, Email, Website): Phone: 305-374-5600, Website: https://www.akerman.com/en/people/jonathan-awner.html
Notable Case Wins or Successes: Represented Trivest Partners, AutoNation, HEICO Corporation, XPO Logistics, Republic Services in $12.9B merger with Allied Waste, Shandong Heavy Industry Group in €374M acquisition of Ferretti Group, and H. Wayne Huizenga in numerous investments and acquisitions.
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Education: Boston University School of Law, J.D., 1985; Swarthmore College, B.A., 1982
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Awards & Distinctions: Martindale-Hubbell AV Rated; Daily Business Review “Top Dealmaker: Corporate” 2009; South Florida Business Journal Key Partners Award 2009; Daily Business Review “Top Dealmaker of the Year” 2014; Florida Trend’s Legal Elite; Super Lawyers Florida; South Florida Legal Guide Top Lawyers; Chambers USA Ranked; The Legal 500 Recommended

Jonathan L. Awner Corporate Lawyer in Miami, Florida

Jonathan L. Awner is a corporate lawyer in Miami, Florida, with four decades of experience advising businesses and investors. He serves as Co-Chair of Akerman LLP’s Corporate Practice Group and represents clients in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, securities transactions, and corporate governance.

Mr. Awner counsels strategic and financial buyers, sellers, investors, and boards of directors in complex domestic and international deals. His experience includes mergers, acquisitions, spin-offs, recapitalizations, joint ventures, private placements, and securities offerings. He has advised issuers in major underwritten offerings, including a $1.5 billion IPO, and supports companies in compliance with securities laws and regulatory requirements.

He has represented leading corporations such as AutoNation, HEICO Corporation, Trivest Partners, XPO Logistics, Republic Services, and global investors. His counsel has guided transformative deals, including Republic Services’ $12.9 billion merger with Allied Waste Industries and Shandong Heavy Industry Group’s €374 million acquisition of Ferretti Group. He has also advised entrepreneur H. Wayne Huizenga on a wide range of transactions and investments.

Mr. Awner is admitted to the Florida Bar and holds a J.D. from Boston University School of Law and a B.A. from Swarthmore College. He is a trusted advisor to corporate boards and committees, often leading investigations, compliance reviews, and governance strategies. His professional involvement includes serving on nonprofit boards in Miami.

For assistance with corporate law, M&A, securities, or governance matters, contact Akerman LLP at 305-374-5600 or visit the Miami office at Three Brickell City Centre, Suite 1100, 98 Southeast Seventh Street.

Services by Topic

Corporate Governance

• Advising boards and committees on fiduciary duties

• Managing compliance, disclosures, and shareholder relations

• Guiding succession planning and executive compensation

• Leading internal investigations on regulatory issues

Mergers and Acquisitions

• Structuring and negotiating middle-market deals

• Advising on cross-border transactions and joint ventures

• Representing buyers, sellers, and investors

• Overseeing due diligence and regulatory filings

Securities and Capital Markets

• Representing issuers in public equity and debt offerings

• Advising on private placements and growth investments

• Managing compliance with securities regulations

• Supporting companies through IPOs and recapitalizations

Private Equity and Leveraged Buyouts

• Structuring buyouts and recapitalizations

• Representing private equity funds in investments

• Negotiating financing and acquisition agreements

• Supporting portfolio company growth strategies

FAQs

Q: What types of companies does Jonathan Awner represent?
A: He represents public and private corporations, private equity firms, boards of directors, and individual investors across many industries.

Q: Has Jonathan handled international transactions?
A: Yes, his work includes advising on global M&A and securities matters, including cross-border acquisitions and financing.

Q: What experience does he have with securities law?
A: He has represented issuers in underwritten offerings, IPOs, private placements, and compliance with securities regulations.

About the Firm

Akerman LLP is a business law firm with a strong presence in Miami, Florida, serving clients across the United States. Its corporate practice advises on mergers and acquisitions, private equity, securities law, and governance issues.

The Miami office works with companies of all sizes and industries, delivering tailored legal solutions supported by a national platform. For assistance, call 305-374-5600 or visit the downtown Miami office.