In a recent interview with Capital Analytics Associates, Daniel O’Keefe, Managing Partner of Shutts & Bowen LLP’s Orlando office, discussed the current business climate in Greater Orlando.

During the interview, Dan describes the legal and business climate in Greater Orlando as thriving, with a business-friendly environment attracting growth in population and tourism. He highlighted that Shutts has seen significant milestones, particularly in large master-planned communities like Horizon West and Wellness Way, contributing to economic activity and job creation.

Dan emphasized the strong demand for legal services in real estate, commercial litigation, construction litigation, land use, corporate and employment sectors, with growth in intellectual property. He also explained that Shutts supports regional projects by helping new businesses with land acquisitions, development plans and navigating complex approval processes.

Dan shared that Shutts is enhancing operational efficiency by integrating AI responsibly, improving speed and cost-effectiveness. Looking ahead, he expressed that the firm will continue to grow organically with the region, focusing on being business partners to clients and meeting their evolving legal needs.

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About Daniel O’Keefe

Daniel O'Keefe is Managing Partner of the Orlando office of Shutts & Bowen LLP and former Practice Group Leader of the firm’s Real Estate Practice Group. Daniel handles real estate and land use issues, from negotiating loans and government approvals to dealing with regulatory agencies and obtaining development approvals for builders and developers. Daniel assists developers, investors and home builders with local and national large-scale projects. Daniel is a former banker and represents financial institutions in loan transactions as well as work out and restructuring transactions.