With his in-depth knowledge of creditors' rights, Lee Mackson frequently handles large cases for clients that rely on his skilled analysis and strategic thinking. His work has been recognized by peers in the industry who named him among the top 2% of attorneys in Florida Trend's "Florida Legal Elite." He also received an "AV" or top rating in the Martindale-Hubbell legal directory. Mr. Mackson is a litigation partner and Chairman of the Complex Loan Workout and Creditors' Rights/Bankruptcy Practice Group in the firm's Miami office.
Experience
With more than 20 years of experience, Mr. Mackson advises clients in a variety of complex business disputes. From workout attempts to trials, he helps clients resolve issues in court, arbitration or negotiation. He has also appeared before the United States Supreme Court.
Although he works within various industries, he focuses on serving financial institutions in real estate and banking litigation. He represents numerous multi-state lenders in Florida, including the handling of multi-million dollar commercial foreclosures. These cases often involve receiverships and rent sequestrations. He is also involved in complex workout negotiations.
In related work, Mr. Mackson was retained as an expert witness on Florida real estate litigation in a case pending in South Africa. He was also appointed by the President of The Florida Bar to a Florida Bar Grievance Committee and frequently speaks at real estate litigation seminars.
Education
- Duke University Law School, J.D.,1984
- Pennsylvania State University, B.A., with honors,1981
Bar Admissions
- The Florida Bar
Court Admissions
- U.S. Supreme Court
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida
