Known as a visionary, Gerald (Gerry) Greenspoon co-founded Greenspoon Marder in 1981 with a handshake over a kitchen table with partner Michael Marder. Today, the firm has over 200 attorneys practicing in more than 60 areas of law, plus over 450 staff, in 22 offices throughout the United States. While the firm offers a wide range of services, Mr. Greenspoon has gained national attention for himself and Greenspoon Marder for his work in the areas of real estate development, resort and timeshare development, condominium conversions, and finance and transactions. He works closely with developers and investors of some of the largest developments in Florida and throughout the United States, offering not only legal advice but also keen insight into the industry and access to invaluable resources. Thanks to Mr. Greenspoon’s vision, foresight, and commitment to client service, Greenspoon Marder continues to experience strong growth and prosperity, as it has for over 35 years.
Mr. Greenspoon is a member of The Florida Bar in the Sections of Real Property, Probate, and Trust Law; the American Bar Association in the Sections of Taxation, Real Property, and Economics; the American Bar Association as Legal Advisory Technology Council; and of the Province of Quebec in the Section on Taxation.
Mr. Greenspoon has been consistently recognized for more than 30 years as a “Leading Lawyer” by Martindale-Hubbell; Best Lawyers in America as published in U.S. News and World Report, Super Lawyers and The South Florida Legal Guide amongst many more. In addition, he has been recognized amongst South Florida’s top business leaders as an inductee into the Business Hall of Fame sponsored by Junior Achievement of South Florida. The South Florida Business Journal has honored Mr. Greenspoon with a Lifetime Achievement Award. He has also received a Key Partner Award and Diamond Award, and Business Leader Magazine previously named him one of the “Top 50 Entrepreneurs”.
An involved supporter of the South Florida community, Mr. Greenspoon is a Major Gifts donor and Corporate Partner to the Jewish Federation of Broward County. He was honored with the prestigious Jacob’s Ladder Award. He is a Major Gifts donor and Investor’s Circle member with Junior Achievement of South Florida; a Major Gifts donor and Founders’ Circle member with Jewish Adoption and Foster Care Options (JAFCO); a Founding Trustee of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce; a Trustee Member of the American Resort Development Association; and a member of the Florida Land Title Association.
Mr. Greenspoon earned his Juris Doctor at Nova Southeastern University School of Law, License of Laws at the University of Ottawa, and Bachelor of Commerce from Sir George Williams University in Montreal, Canada.
Bar Admissions
- Florida
Education
- J.D., Nova Southeastern University
- University of Ottawa, Canada, License of Laws
- Bachelor of Commerce, Sir George Williams University
Professional and Community Involvement
- Jewish Adoption and Foster Care Options (JAFCO), Founders’ Circle and Major Gifts, Member
- Jewish Federation of Broward County, Corporate Partner and Major Gifts, Member
- Junior Achievement of South Florida, Investor’s Circle and Major Gifts, Member
- Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce, Founding Trustee
- American Resort Development Association, Trustee Member
- Florida Land Title Association, Member
- Broward Workshop, Member
- The Florida Bar, Sections of Real Property, Probate and Trust Law, Member
- American Bar Association, Sections of Taxation, Real Property, and Economics, Member
- American Bar Association, Legal Advisory Technology Council, Member
- Province of Quebec, Section on Taxation, Member
Recognitions
- Martindale-Hubbell, Rated AV® Preeminent ™
- South Florida Business Journal, “Power Leaders 250,” 2020
- South Florida Business Journal, “Ultimate CEO,” Honoree, 2019
- Florida Trend, “Florida 500 Most Influential Business Leaders,” 2018-2019
- Sun Sentinel, “Leadership,” Top Workplaces Special Award, 2019
- Modern Luxury, “Miami Power Players,” 2019
- INDULGE, “Top Attorneys,” 2019
- U.S. News and World Report, “Best Lawyers in America,” Real Estate Law, 2006-2020
- South Florida Business Journal, “Power Leaders in Law,” 2012-2019
- Daily Business Review, “Top 12 Florida Attorneys in the Cannabis Field,” 2019
- South Florida Legal Guide, “Top Lawyers,” 2009-2020
- The American Lawyer, “Titans of the Industry,” 2018
- Daily Business Review, “Distinguished Leader,” 2018
- South Florida Business & Wealth, “CEO of the Year,” Apogee Awards, 2018
- Leadership Broward, “Profiles in Leadership,” 2017
- Young At Art Museum, “Visionary: Donor Sign Unveiling,” 2017
- Debbie’s Dream Foundation, Royal Poinciana “Community Leadership Award,” 2017
- Super Lawyers magazine, “Florida Super Lawyers,” 2006-2011
- Lifestyle Media Group’s Leaders In Law Award, Finalist, Corporate Law, 2014
- Business Hall of Fame, Junior Achievement of South Florida, 2012
- Business Leader, “Top 50 Entrepreneurs,” 2010
- Jewish Adoption and Foster Care Options (JAFCO), Jacob’s Ladder Award
- South Florida Business Journal, “Diamond Awards,” 2006
- South Florida Business Journal, “Lifetime Achievement Award,” 2006
Publications
- Author, “Legislature Suppresses Majority’s Will On Medical Marijuana,” Sun Sentinel, April 19, 2017
In the News
- Quoted, “Law Leaders On Managing Through A Crisis — Again,” Law360, June 26, 2020
- Mentioned, “Cannabis Social Equity Efforts In Illinois Are ‘About Restorative Justice,’ Says Lieutenant Governor,” Benzinga, February 25, 2020
- Quoted, “Denver’s Newest Tower Finishes Office Leasing; Two More Law Firms Sign,” BusinessDen, October 28, 2019
- Featured, “Inside the 2019 Ultimate CEO Awards: Gerry Greenspoon,” South Florida Business Journal, September 27, 2019
- Featured, “Top 12 Florida Attorneys in the Cannabis Field,” Daily Business Review, August 26, 2019
- Featured, “Ultimate CEO Gerry Greenspoon On What Drives Him Professionally,” South Florida Business Journal, July 26, 2019
- Featured, “Law Firm Leaders Speak,” Law360, July 24, 2019
- Featured, “Get to Know #Bosses Gerald Greenspoon and Michael Marder, and Their Law Firm Greenspoon Marder,” Miami Herald, June 10, 2019
- Featured, “After Hours: DBR’s Annual Professional Excellence Awards,” Miami Herald, June 10, 2019
- Featured, “Miami Power Players,” Miami Magazine, May 2019
- Quoted, “Greenspoon Marder- Business Law Firm Launches Blockchain Practice Division,” Chepicap, April 23, 2019
- Featured, “Greenspoon Marder Posts Its Third Consecutive Year of Double-Digit Revenue Growth,”Daily Business Review, April 11, 2019
- Quoted, “Greenspoon Marder Snags Vedder Price’s LA Litigation Head,” The Recorder, April 3, 2019
- Mentioned, “Greenspoon Marder Appoints a Chief Diversity Officer,” Daily Business Review, March 20, 2019
- Quoted, “In Volatile Market Big Florida Law Firms Grew or Just Held On,” Daily Business Review, June 28, 2018
- Quoted, “Greenspoon Marder Snaps Up Pro-Pot Lobbying Group in DC,” The American Lawyer, May 23, 2018
- Quoted, “Greenspoon Marder Acquires Cannabis Advocacy Firm,” South Florida Business Journal, May 23, 2018
- Featured, “Distinguished Leaders,” Daily Business Review, May 21, 2018
- Featured, “Greenspoon Revenues Rise on Deals, Disputes, Pot Policy Moves,” Daily Business Review, February 8, 2018
- Quoted, “Greenspoon Marder Adds 3 Immigration Attys in NJ,” Law 360, January 10, 2018
- Quoted, “Greenspoon Marder Continues to Expand, Opens Office in Phoenix,” Law.com, November 29, 2017
- Featured, “Florida Law Firm Leaders Bullish on 2018,” Daily Business Review, November 21, 2017
- Featured, “Medical Marijuana Update,” HIGHLIFE Magazine, October 22, 2017
- Quoted, “Can Native Americans Gain a Competitive Edge in the Marijuana Business?,” South Florida Business Journal, June 9, 2017
- Featured, “How Profitable Will Medical-Marijuana Shops Be? Very, Says Confidential Pitch For Investors,” Miami Herald, May 16, 2017
- Quoted, “Medical Marijuana Industry Stakeholders On What Lies Ahead,” South Florida Business Journal, May 9, 2017
- Featured,“Executive Profile: ‘There’s No Real Substitute For Effort’,” South Florida Business Journal, May 9, 2017
- Quoted, “Medical Cannabis Laws A Rude Awakening For Entrepreneurs,” South Florida Business Journal, May 5, 2017
- Quoted, “Medical Marijuana Far from a Boon,” South Florida Business Journal, May 5, 2017
- Featured, “The Business of Cannabis,” South Florida Business Journal, April 25, 2017
- Featured, “Legislature Putting Marijuana Industry in Hands of a Few,” Daily Business Review,April 23, 2017
- Featured, “Cannabis Shenanigans in Tallahassee,” South Florida Business & Wealth, April 20, 2017
- Mentioned, “Joint Ventures: Money Fuels Medical Marijuana Debate,” Florida Watchdog, March 21, 2017
- Quoted, “Work Expands for Florida Law Firms on Medical Marijuana Bandwagon,” Daily Business Review, February 8, 2017
- Featured, “Greenspoon Marder Co-Founder Launches Medical Marijuana Advocacy Group,” South Florida Business Journal, February 3, 2017
- Highlighted, “One Liners Miami-Dade,” SFBW January Edition, January 10, 2017
- Quoted, “If You’re Eligible for Medical Pot, How Easy Will it be to Get it? Depends on Where You Live,” Miami Herald, November 26, 2016
- Featured, “The Timeline to Implementing Medical Marijuana in Florida,” WMFE, November 16, 2016
- Featured,“Medical Marijuana Supporters Claim Florida Health Department Clouding Rules,”NBC6 News, November 16, 2016
- Quoted, “4 Employer Takeaways From The Spread Of Legal Marijuana,” Law360, November 10, 2016
- Featured, “Florida Medical Marijuana Passage Opens Doors for Firms, Raises Employment Law Questions,” Daily Business Review, November 10, 2016
- Featured, “What’s Next After Florida Passes Medical Marijuana,” NBC6 News, November 9, 2016
- Quoted, “Greenspoon Marder Starts IP Group, Opens Nashville Office,” Law360, October 21, 2016
- Quoted, “Marijuana Law Conferences Sprout Up,” Bloomberg Law Big Law Business, October 21, 2016
- Quoted, “Getting in on the Green,” High Times and Daily Joint, September 7, 2016
- Quoted, “Greenspoon Marder Picks Up Fla. Health Boutique,” Law360, August 1, 2016
- Quoted, “Firm Snags Former Greenberg Traurig Shareholder to Expand Tampa Office,” Tampa Bay Business Journal, July 18, 2016
- Quoted, “Florida Law Firm On Front Line of Medical Marijuana Litigation,” Florida Politics, June 13, 2016
- Feature, “Clients Got This Big Law Firm Hooked on Marijuana,” Bloomberg Law Big Law Business, June 6, 2016
- Quoted, “Greenspoon Marder Sets Up New Alcohol Division,” Sun Sentinel, January 20, 2016
Written Articles
- Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Practice Group Monitoring Department of Justice Potential Action Regarding Recreational Cannabis
- Greenspoon Marder Supports The National Cannabis Industry Association’s 9th Annual Lobby Days In Washington, D.C.
- Greenspoon Marder Celebrates the Opening of its New Office in Denver with a Reception and Workshop on IP in the Cannabis Industry
- Greenspoon Marder Hosts the Proctor & Gamble Alumni Roundtable
- Greenspoon Marder Hosts Wharton Club of South Florida: Cannabis Industry Update Featuring Gerald Greenspoon and Scott Greiper
- Greenspoon Marder Expands Cannabis Law Practice in California with the Addition of Partner Heather L. Burke
- Greenspoon Marder Supports the Oregon Cannabis Association National Lobby Days in Washington, D.C.
- Greenspoon Marder To Co-Host “United Stance” To Bring Together Key Voices in Fighting Opioid Epidemic
- Greenspoon Marder Encourages Congress to Act to Protect the Cannabis Industry from Unnecessary Prosecution Under Individual U.S. Attorneys
- Greenspoon Marder Supports The Cannabis Business Awards
- Greenspoon Marder Supports The CLAB’s 4th Annual Cannabis Law & Business Conference & Expo
- Greenspoon Marder Announces Partnership with Green Table
