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FIRM NEWS: Nicholas Rodriguez-Caballero Named Firm Partner

January 21, 2026

Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes, an award-winning Miami boutique law firm recognized for its leadership in land use, zoning, and environmental law, is proud to announce the promotion of Nicholas “Nick” Rodriguez-Caballero to Partner. Nick focuses his practice on land use, zoning, and environmental matters, bringing an interdisciplinary approach informed by his background in environmental science and coastal resilience to help clients navigate complex regulatory and entitlement challenges. Nick earned his Juris Doctor from Florida State University College of[...]

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CLIENT NEWS: Braman Motors wants to build skyscraper housing in Miami.

May 20, 2025

Braman Motors is pitching an ambitious expansion at its longtime home near Wynwood — a project that would create an 11-story automotive building and two 60-story residential towers. The automotive empire led by Norman Braman, 92, a former owner of the Philadelphia Eagles and a prominent political donor, has 21 parcels of land in the Edgewater neighborhood and acquired three properties near the existing dealership for $13 million in 2022. The development proposed for those sites was approved with conditions[...]

CLIENT NEWS: Personnel note: Melissa Tapanes Llahues takes helm as President of Builders Association of South Florida

May 16, 2025

Melissa Tapanes Llahues, a zoning and land use lawyer known for her civic involvement and legal expertise, has been installed as President of the Builders Association of South Florida (BASF). Tapanes Llahues was sworn in at the citizenM Miami Worldcenter hotel before a crowd of notable attendees, including Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, who administered the oath of office, and U.S. Rep. Carlos Giménez, Levine Cava’s predecessor, who commemorated the achievement in the Congressional Record. Miami-Dade Commissioner Eileen Higgins, who[...]

Melissa Tapanes Llahues Installed as President of the Builders Association of South Florida

May 15, 2025

MIAMI, FL (May 15) — Melissa Tapanes Llahues has made her mark not only in the legal profession but also in the greater Miami community. A respected zoning and land use attorney and civic leader, she became a named partner at Bercow, Radell, Fernandez, Larkin & Tapanes, PLLC in 2020, where she represents major landowners, developers, institutional clients, and small business owners in securing complex approvals across all levels of government. Now, Melissa adds another milestone to her distinguished career: Melissa was[...]

CLIENT NEWS: Five Park closing tops Miami-Dade weekly condo sales

May 12, 2025

Miami-Dade County’s condo sales and dollar volume rose last week. Brokers closed 157 condo sales totaling $136.9 million from April 27 to May 4. The previous week, brokers closed 109 condo sales totaling $106 million. Last week’s units sold for an average of $871,712, lower than the $972,843 average price from the previous week. The average price per square foot fell to $568 from $589, according to data from Redfin. For the top 10 sales, prices ranged from $3 million[...]

CLIENT NEWS: Braman Motors Drives Bold Vision for Miami with 60-Story Towers and Auto-Inspired Living Hub

April 30, 2025

For the longest time, the name Braman Motors has been associated as one of the premiere names in Florida’s car scene. But this year, the automotive goliath has been venturing into the real estate industry. The company is launching a bold and transformative redevelopment project in Edgewater, Miami. They will be launching a 60-story mega project called the Braman Miami Campus. A revolutionary structure that merges high-rise living space with car culture. “For nearly five decades, Braman has proudly contributed[...]