20+ years

University of Florida, J.D.

University of Florida, B.S.

Mike's practice focuses on advising corporations, insurance companies, and other regulated businesses on complex regulatory, corporate, and governmental matters, including matters before state agencies and quasi-judicial public boards and commissions. He draws on decades of experience working with regulators and public entities.

Ranked by Chambers & Partners as one of Florida's leading insurance lawyers, Mike is widely recognized for his role in shaping Florida's modern insurance system.

Beginning in 1992, Mike served as General Counsel to the Florida Residential Property and Casualty Joint Underwriting Association and later its successor, Citizens Property Insurance Corporation. In those roles, he helped secure billions of dollars in reinsurance and catastrophe financing, structured the 2002 merger of the Florida Windstorm Underwriting Association into Citizens, and led the successful effort to obtain tax- exempt status for the organization. He also drafted the legislation creating the Louisiana Citizens Property Insurance Corporation and its tax exemption. This experience continues to inform his counsel to insurers, navigating regulatory scrutiny and market challenges.

Mike's civic leadership reflects a long-standing commitment to public service and community engagement. Over the course of his career, he has held senior public roles at the municipal and state level, experience that has informed his understanding of how government decision-making, public policy, and regulatory oversight affect businesses, insurers, and local communities.

15-20 years

Florida State University College of Law, J.D.

Florida State University Bachelor of Science

Katie works closely with state regulatory agencies and quasi-governmental entities, including Citizens Property Insurance Corporation, and serves as Florida legal counsel and lobbyist for national and state property and casualty insurance trade associations. Her practice focuses on strategic advocacy, regulatory engagement, and navigating complex insurance-related legislative initiatives at the state level.

6-10 years

Florida State University
Master of Science
Applied American Politics and Policy (2015)

Influence Magazine, Rising Stars of Florida Politics (2022)

Influence Magazine, Honorable Mention - Health Care Lobbyist of the Year (2023)

Florida Auto Dismantlers & Recyclers Association, Recognition for Exemplary Legislative Oversight and Advocacy (2023)

Amanda takes a strategy- and relationship-driven approach to government affairs. She works closely with lawmakers, state agency leadership, and key stakeholders to advance client priorities across legislative, regulatory, and budgetary processes, and to ensure clients are well-positioned as issues develop.

Her experience includes tracking and advocating policy, budget, and rulemaking initiatives; assisting clients in navigating complex government agency matters; and advising on coalition-building, grassroots engagement, and political activity, including PAC-related strategy. She supports clients in both ongoing government affairs engagements and high-stakes matters requiring focused advocacy and coordination.

Amanda began her career in politics in 2013, working on statewide campaigns and later serving in the Governor's administration. Since 2018, she has represented both private- and public-sector clients before the Florida Legislature, Executive Branch, and state agencies. Her background includes serving as Vice President at a boutique Tallahassee lobbying firm and as a lobbyist for Florida's Department of Management Services, providing her with insight into government decision-making from multiple perspectives.