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Berger Singerman Announces 2025 Elevations
January 1, 2025
Berger Singerman, Florida’s business law firm, is pleased to announce the elevation of Bryan Appel, William Diab, Clay Roberts, and Caitlin Trowbridge to Partner, and Erin Hoskins and Ana Kauffmann to Of Counsel, effective January 1, 2025.
“We are thrilled to recognize these talented attorneys for their exceptional contributions to our clients and our firm,” said Jordi Guso, Managing Partner of Berger Singerman. “Their dedication, skill, and embodiment of our firm’s core values make them well-deserving of these advancements.”
New Partners
Bryan S. Appel
Bryan Appel leverages his accounting background to provide strategic domestic and international tax planning, while seamlessly assisting clients from a corporate perspective. He collaborates with corporate and real estate groups to structure transactions with tax efficiency in mind.
William O. Diab
William Diab focuses on resolving complex commercial and construction disputes. He represents a diverse array of clients, including publicly traded companies, shareholders, real estate developers, and general contractors, across state and federal courts, arbitration, and multi-jurisdictional matters.
Clay Roberts
Clay Roberts specializes in commercial bankruptcy, financial restructuring, and distressed M&A. He has vast experience representing debtors, creditors, and asset purchasers in complex Chapter 11 cases. He also serves as the Co-Chair of the Chapter 11 Subcommittee in the ABA’s Business Law Section.
Caitlin Trowbridge
Caitlin Trowbridge handles a wide variety of litigation matters, including complex commercial disputes, officer and director liability, business torts, and post-judgment collection proceedings. She is deeply experienced in managing all aspects of litigation, from discovery to court arguments to settlement negotiations.
New Of Counsel
Erin Hoskins
Erin Hoskins has cultivated extensive knowledge in federal court practice, bankruptcy procedures, and insolvency matters through multiple clerkships in U.S. District and Bankruptcy Courts across Florida and Alabama.
Ana Kauffmann
Ana Kauffmann focuses her practice on a wide range of civil litigation matters in both state and federal courts. In addition, Ana has experience handling appeals involving both civil and criminal issues.
