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Jorge L. Piedra

With the legal profession top-ranked for stress and burnout, delayed email delivery can improve communication and work environments, according to KTT Managing Partner Jorge Piedra.

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Tactics & Takeaways

As pressure on law firms to maximize AI leverage continues to intensify, KTT positions itself at the leading edge of deploying AI tools to bring greater efficiency and value for clients.

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Tal Lifshitz

Impact & Influence

Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton attorneys and staff together across community and professional events — wearing matching KTT shirts at a charity run, gathering at firm celebrations, serving on a courthouse appellate panel, networking with associates and judges, and attending black-tie galas.

Whether arguing cases before the Supreme Court, hosting “Breakfast with Judges” events for associates, hosting fundraisers, speaking on panels, or receiving awards for their impact, KTT attorneys continue to lead the way. Follow us on social media for our latest happenings!

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Awards & Accolades

KTT recognition badges: Legal 500 U.S. City Elite 2026, Chambers USA 2026 Top Ranked, and Florida Trend Legal Elite Notable Managing Partners.

Following are highlights of some recent awards that KTT and its attorneys have received. Thanks to our clients and community for the opportunity to do what we love!

2026 Chambers and Partners

KTT is honored to have 10 lawyers at our 30-lawyer firm in the 2026 Chambers and Partners USA Guide.

Proud to see our lawyers and key practice areas in Litigation, Bankruptcy and Healthcare continue to receive this prestigious recognition year after year, which must be earned and cannot be purchased.

Our firm remained Band 1 in Florida Bankruptcy Litigation, Florida General Commercial: The Elite, and Florida Mainly Plaintiffs. This year, we also moved up one band in Florida (South) Bankruptcy Restructuring.

  • Maria Garcia: Healthcare
  • Bernice Lee: Bankruptcy Litigation and Bankruptcy/Restructuring
  • Tal Lifshitz: Litigation: General Commercial and Litigation: Mainly Plaintiffs
  • Robert (Bob) Neary: Litigation: Mainly Plaintiffs (Potential)
  • Jorge Piedra: Litigation: General Commercial
  • Dwayne Robinson: Litigation: Appellate
  • David Rosendorf: Bankruptcy Litigation and Bankruptcy/Restructuring
  • David Samole: Bankruptcy Litigation
  • Harley Tropin: Litigation: Mainly Plaintiffs
  • Benjamin Widlanski: Litigation: Mainly Plaintiffs

Some highlights this year: Dwayne received a first-time ranking in appeals, Tal was double-ranked, the Bankruptcy Department moved up a band in restructuring, and Jorge earned a two-band jump. Additionally, Bob was listed in the “potential” category, which is a ranking prerequisite.

Board Certification in Appellate Law

KTT Partner Dwayne Robinson has been board-certified in Appellate Law.

Legal 500 U.S. City Elite

KTT has been top-ranked in the Legal 500 U.S. City Elite (Miami Elite) rankings, underscoring our strength across complex litigation and restructuring matters.

Notably, the firm was one of only six firms in Miami recognized in the Commercial Disputes category and earned recognition in Finance & Restructuring.

  • In Commercial Disputes, Harley Tropin, Jorge Piedra, and Dwayne Robinson were recognized for their leadership in high-stakes litigation.
  • In Finance & Restructuring, David Samole, David Rosendorf, and Bernice Lee were recognized for their work in complex restructuring and insolvency matters.

These rankings reflect the firm’s continued commitment to delivering sophisticated, high-impact results across practices, while maintaining the agility and client focus that define a premier boutique.

Florida Trend Legal Elite Notable Managing Partner

KTT Managing Partner Jorge Piedra has been named by Florida Trend as a Legal Elite Notable Managing Partner for another consecutive year. According to the publication, the honorees were chosen based on a rigorous evaluation of scores of nominations for exceptional lawyers statewide, followed by a Florida Trend editorial review. Jorge was selected for his differentiated approach in charting the firm’s strategic direction, overseeing personnel, and managing daily operations while handling an assortment of complex litigation and still making time to donate his time, talents and resources to impactful community organizations advancing a greater good.

Legal Services of Greater Miami

Legal Services of Greater Miami presented KTT Cofounder John Kozyak with the 2026 Judge A. Leo Adderly Distinguished Service & Leadership Award, an annual recognition of outstanding service and meaningful contributions to our community.

Miami-Dade Bar

The Miami-Dade Bar presented KTT Cofounder John Kozyak with its prestigious recognition, the David W. Dwyer Professionalism Award.

Parkinson’s Foundation

The Parkinson’s Foundation hosted a beautiful dinner celebration for KTT Cofounder John Kozyak, where he was presented with the inaugural John W. Kozyak Legacy Award. This meaningful recognition reflects John’s extraordinary impact on behalf of the Foundation and those affected by Parkinson’s disease.

FACE (Facts About Cuban Exiles) Awards

KTT Partner Maria Garcia was recently recognized as one of the “Distinguished Voices” for the Oral History Archive of FACE (Facts About Cuban Exiles). Maria’s family and history from Cuba to the United States was featured in the program honoring the legacy and future of the Cuban American community in the United States. Maria was among the various individuals featured for their accomplishments and contributions to the cultural, civic, business, and social fabric of the United States, with more than 500 guests in attendance.