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Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton is a complex commercial litigation firm founded in 1982 that focuses its practice on bet-the-company commercial cases, class actions, healthcare and bankruptcy matters.
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Champion for change: Kozyak’s legacy of leadership
/in In the News /by Kris WilliamsJohn Kozyak is a nationally recognized bankruptcy and trial lawyer, and a fellow of both the American College of Bankruptcy and the American College of Trial Lawyers. Known for “Bet the Company” litigation, Kozyak has also had a role in major bankruptcy cases and high-profile Ponzi schemes.
Harley Tropin: A champion of justice and advocate for community wellness
/in In the News /by Kris WilliamsHarley Tropin specializes in high-stakes business litigation and co-chairs the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee for the Champlain Towers South Collapse Litigation, having led efforts to secure over $1 billion in settlements. A recognized leader in financial fraud cases in Southern Florida for 30 years, Tropin has been honored as the University of Miami Law School’s outstanding alumnus and received multiple accolades.
Stay Denied In Ch. 11 Suit Over $100M Special Needs Fraud
/in In the News /by Kris WilliamsA Florida bankruptcy judge on Friday declined to halt an adversary class action against a Texas bank accused of aiding the alleged $100 million theft from a special needs trust, allowing document discovery to proceed while the bank’s motion to toss the case is pending.
This Managing Partner Is Closing the Door on His Attorneys. Colleagues at Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton Say It Works
/in In the News /by Kris WilliamsJorge L. Piedra’s closed-door policy is not meant to keep others away, he explains. Instead, it fosters an environment for attorneys and other legal professionals to gain confidence, be more productive and build a more successful workflow.
‘We are Going to Pour a Big Part of Ourselves Into You’: How One Miami Firm Prioritizes Associate Mentorship
/in In the News /by Kris WilliamsKozyak Tropin & Throckmorton’s founders continue to visit the firm’s Coral Gables office on a weekly basis to sit down with associates and aid them in all matters.
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/in In the News /by Kris WilliamsBy Jeff Zbar June 20, 2025 Robinson focuses his practice on complex litigation. He has represented clientsin dozens of appeals in federal and state court, and served as part of a litigationand appellate team that secured a victory before the U.S. Supreme Court. Click here to read the original article.
Stay Won’t Be Lifted On Claims Over $93M Real Estate Fraud
/in In the News /by Kris WilliamsBy Carolina Bolado May 8, 2025 Victims of a $93 million Miami real estate development scheme won’t be able to pursue their claims — at least for now — against the company’s former CEO after a Florida federal judge on Wednesday denied their request to lift a stay on litigation during a U.S. Securities and […]
Young Lawyers Counter Veteran Critiques, Embrace Zoom Expertise
/in In the News /by Kris WilliamsBy Lisa Willis May 19, 2025 Rasheed Nader and Meaghan Goldstein are featured in the Daily Business Review discussing how young attorneys are redefining litigation in the Zoom era. They highlight the value of adaptability, tech fluency, and firm support in navigating post-COVID courtroom challenges. Click here to read the original article.
Detra Shaw-Wilder Rises to U.S. Magistrate Judge in Southern District of Florida
/in In the News /by Kris WilliamsBy Tommaso Baronio May 06, 2025 Detra Shaw-Wilder, 55, general counsel at Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton, is set to become a U.S. Magistrate judge for the Southern District of Florida. Click here to read the original article.
John Kozyak Featured on ATHENA RISING – Season 2, Episode 10: Mentorship in Law
/in In the News /by Kris WilliamsSeason 2, Episode 10: John Kozyak – National Legal Legend, Dedicated Mentor & Staunch Ally ATHENA RISING: THE POWER OF THE FEMALE LAWYER & COLLECTIVE April 9, 2025 We are pleased to announce that John Kozyak was featured on the ATHENA RISING: THE POWER OF THE FEMALE LAWYER & COLLECTIVE podcast, Season 2, Episode 10, […]
Announcing the 2025 Florida Legal Awards Winners
/in In the News /by Kris WilliamsNews, analysis, and competitive intelligence on the biggest developments impacting the Florida legal community.
Miami-Dade Lawyer’s Fight Changes Rule on Nonfinal Orders
/in In the News /by Kris WilliamsBy Tommaso Baronio March 27, 2025 This ruling ensures that these rights can be effectively protected through immediate appeals, safeguarding free speech before costly and protracted litigation concludes,” the petitioner’s counsel said in an interview. Click here to read the original article.