Written by: Jocelyne A. Macelloni, Esq. and Elizabeth M. Arritola, Esq. Imagine this. You spend years accumulating capital and finally take the leap into real estate investing with a partner you believe you can trust. The plan is straightforward—purchase a distressed property in an emerging neighborhood, renovate, sell, and reap the upside. Based on your partner’s...Read More

Coral Gables, FL — March 12, 2026 — Barakat + Bossa is pleased to announce that Partners Brian Barakat and Giacomo Bossa, together with Attorney Elizabeth M. Arritola, have authored the Florida chapters in the latest Real Estate Litigation Global Practice Guide published by Chambers and Partners. The firm contributed both the Law & Practice...Read More

Written by: Ali Iftikhar, Esq. Homeowners in Florida can recover up to $2 million in actual losses caused by general contractors who have, for example, left them mid-project with unfinished work, defective work, or who have run off with their money leaving liens against the homeowner’s property. The saving grace? The Florida Homeowners’ Construction Recovery...Read More

Representation of the general partner in a hotel real estate development project, including preparation and negotiation of partnership agreements for both GP and LP entities. Advised on hotel management agreements and drafted subscription documents for a mix of domestic and foreign investors, ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment with investor goals.Read More

Representation a group of foreign investors in a suit involving a failed EB-5 hotel development. The case centers on alleged breaches of fiduciary duty, undisclosed fees, and mismanagement by the project sponsor.Read More

Representation of a client in a class action by EB-5 investors alleging misuse of funds tied to a commercial real estate project.Read More