Michael C. Larmoyeux, Jr.

Partner
305-350-7345
Area of Focus: Construction
Michael C. Larmoyeux, Jr.
Partner
305-350-7345
  • OVERVIEW
  • EXPERIENCE
  • INSIGHTS
  • CREDENTIALS
  • PRACTICES
GET TO KNOW MICHAEL
Michael is a seasoned construction attorney, who represents owners and developers in the design, construction, and development of a wide array of projects across Florida, including apartments, luxury high-rise condominiums, hotels, industrial, affordable housing, commercial, and mixed-used projects. He handles the negotiation and preparation of construction agreements, professional design agreements, and developer agreements, and assists clients with project administration to identify and achieve early resolution of potential disputes. He also possesses extensive experience representing owners and developers in disputes arising from design and construction agreements, including construction defect and delay claims, insurance coverage, and warranty claims.
Q & A
What do you enjoy most about practicing construction law?
I take pride in becoming deeply familiar with my clients’ businesses as I counsel them on construction-related matters in the real estate development arena. The construction industry is highly localized, and understanding the nuances of the local operating environments of my clients allows me and my team to craft agreements and strategies that address immediate needs, without losing sight of a client’s overall goals. Real estate development is riddled with challenges, and the construction section of the process is no exception. My clients accomplishing their goals is my North Star, which is why I enjoy hunkering down to ensure they are sufficiently prepared to attack each obstacle.
What advantages does Bilzin Sumberg bring to the practice of construction law?
Bilzin Sumberg houses an industry-recognized Construction Law and Litigation Group that is deeply embedded in the South Florida real estate development and construction communities, but it also includes leading land use, real estate, government relations, and litigation practice groups with accomplished attorneys whose practices are highly complementary to the Construction Law and Litigation Group. Many sophisticated firm clients - particularly major developers - often need solutions that cut across these practice areas, and they engage Bilzin Sumberg because all their needs are served comprehensively and seamlessly. I also appreciate the premium the firm places on involvement in industry and community associations that deepen attorney knowledge and leadership skills, which in turn strengthens my counsel to clients.
EXPERIENCE
Experience
Obtained a multi-million dollar jury verdict on behalf of owners of a large multi-million-dollar oceanfront home in Indian River County, Florida against a contractor for significant construction defects. Resulted in $4.6 million award plus prejudgment interest and attorneys’ fees and costs to client...
Experience
Representation of an infrastructure and tunnel construction services company in the preparation of construction-related contracts for a major project with the City of San Bernardino, California.
Experience
Successful representation of managed health care companies and large financial institutions against claims for benefits brought under ERISA by former employees, including a Fortune 100 company facing potential exposure in excess of $1 billion in mass litigation.
Experience
Representation of real estate development firm Oko Group in the negotiation of all construction and design agreements for the $500 million Aman Hotel and branded residences in Miami Beach, Florida.
Experience
Representation of real estate development firm Lofty Brickell, LLC in the negotiation of all construction and design agreements for a $450 million development encompassing two high-rise residential towers situated on top of a parking podium in the Brickell neighborhood of Miami, Florida.
Experience
Representation of Reynolds Assets, a real estate development firm, in the negotiation and preparation of all construction and design agreements for Ember Lakes, a $450 million multi-family residential project in Cape Coral, Florida, consisting of 1,300 units.
INSIGHTS
Speaking Engagement May 22, 2024
Michael C. Larmoyeux, Jr. moderates "The Art of Real Estate Development: Strategies, Challenges, and Innovations" panel at Bisnow's South Florida Development and Construction event. The panel dives into the commercial real estate development process in South Florida, discussing strategic approaches,...
Client Alert May 20, 2024
In 2023, the Florida legislature shortened the statute of repose period for filing construction defects claims from ten years to seven years. However, the Florida legislature afforded a limited grace period through July 1, 2024 for claims that would have remained viable under the former, 10- year ve...
Blog October 26, 2023
Public-private partnerships further environmental policy objectives and drive green building initiatives. Through Miami-Dade mandates LEED certification, fostering eco-friendly construction and enhancing competition, P3s offer innovation, sustainability, and economic growth for resilient projects.
Speaking Engagement May 24, 2023
Michael Larmoyeux, Jr. participates in a panel titled Analyzing South Florida's Development Pipeline: Major Projects, Active Job Sites And Beyond at Bisnow's South Florida Construction and Development Summit.
Blog November 7, 2022
In this columnthat appeared inThe Construction Broadsheet, attorney Michael C. Larmoyeux Jr. a partner in Miami's Bilzin Sumberg Construction Group, answers a few questions that stem from a recent verdict secured by the Construction group and centers around the idea that inbound general contractors ...
Publication August 13, 2021
Recent developments in South Florida have shown that tunneling is increasingly being viewed by local authorities as an important means of enhancing the region’s transportation systems. Notwithstanding the potential significant benefits of tunnels, tunneling remains a highly complex field of co...
CREDENTIALS
  • University of Miami, J.D., Articles & Comments Editor, University of Miami Business Law Review, cum laude, 2013
    University of Georgia, B.A., 2009
  • Defense Research Institute
    Feeding South Florida
    United Way Miami
    Young Leaders Committee Member
  • Florida
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
  • The Best Lawyers in America, Ones to Watch, Construction Law, Litigation - Construction, Real Estate Law, 2021 - present

    Florida Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2022 - present

    Benchmark Litigation, 40 & Under List - South, 2024 - present