Jake M. Greenberg
Partner
305-350-2414
jgreenberg@bilzin.com
Area of Focus:
Litigation
Jake M. Greenberg
Partner
305-350-2414
GET TO KNOW
JAKE
Jake Greenberg is a commercial litigation attorney who handles all types of business disputes, with an emphasis on real estate litigation. His expansive practice includes representation of commercial lenders, mortgage companies, sponsors, developers, commercial landlords, and tenants on matters spanning commercial foreclosures, lender liability, promissory note enforcement, loan guarantees, residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS), and regulatory compliance matters involving commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS).
Jake’s unique approach to litigation is rooted in his training as a criminal defense lawyer, where he learned that it’s better to solve the client’s problem by achieving the best outcome possible before having others (i.e. judge or jury) decide. Jake’s goal is to resolve cases quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively, while always being ready to litigate.
Jake’s unique approach to litigation is rooted in his training as a criminal defense lawyer, where he learned that it’s better to solve the client’s problem by achieving the best outcome possible before having others (i.e. judge or jury) decide. Jake’s goal is to resolve cases quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively, while always being ready to litigate.
Q & A
Why have private lenders become such significant players in the financial services industry?
Private lenders are filling an essential void in the marketplace, especially in booming construction economies such as South Florida. My private lending clients have the expertise to quickly assess the value of the collateral and evaluate the creditworthiness of the borrower. They deliver financing with the urgency and efficiency expected by developers. Additionally, private lenders specialize in key market segments providing nuanced knowledge and insights that offer extra protection from risky loans.
What is keeping your clients up at night?
Clients involved in litigation don’t typically sleep well at night. As their attorney, it’s my job to give them the peace of mind to sleep well and have the confidence to maintain a normal work-life balance. I am straight-forward and realistic with my clients about the emotional and financial costs of litigation. They appreciate my candor and holistic approach, and I appreciate their trust when asking me to “quarterback” their litigation team -- organizing the right players, developing the best strategy and executing the plan.
How do you describe your client relationships?
There is nothing more important than building a trusting client- attorney relationship. Many clients have become good friends because we trust and like each other. I am candid and realistic with my clients about the costs of litigation, both emotional and financial. I work hard to be a trusted advisor and resource to my business clients to help them with all their legal needs. I want to be top of mind when they have a legal problem so I can “quarterback” the best solution.
As an experienced lawyer, what characteristics were you looking for in a law firm that ultimately attracted you to Bilzin Sumberg?
There were three criteria: a strong presence in the real estate market representing developers, lenders, and builders; a full-service platform to handle all my client’s needs with preeminent lawyers who I know and work with regularly. Lastly, it’s a huge advantage to have all of our lawyers and support personnel in one office. If I am going to ask a lawyer to help my client, I want that person to be down the hall from me, not in another city and not at the firm next door.
CREDENTIALS
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University of Miami, J.D., cum laude, 2011The George Washington University, B.B.A., Finance, magna cum laude, 2008
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Dade County Bar AssociationMemberLeadership FloridaConnect Class 11
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Florida
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U.S. Supreme CourtU.S. District Court, Southern District of FloridaU.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
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Martindale Hubbel, AV Preeminent Rating, 2015 - present
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, 2021 - present
Florida Super Lawyers, Florida Rising Stars, 2019 - present
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 40 Under 40 Outstanding Lawyers of South Florida, 2016
Legal Elite, Up and Comer, 2018-2017
National Duberstein Moot Court Bankruptcy Competition, Quarter-Finalist, 2011
National Duberstein Moot Court Bankruptcy Competition, Semi-Finalist and Outstanding Brief Awards, 2010
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