Geoffrey Sherman

Geoffrey Sherman is a highly experienced Partner at Oppenheim Law, focusing on complex Florida Real Estate Transactions, Business Law, and Commercial Litigation. His dedication and meticulous attention to detail have earned him the trust of a diverse clientele, including high-net-worth individuals, commercial landlords, developers, investors, home buyers and sellers, and various sized businesses.

Real Estate & Transactional Expertise

For over a decade, Mr. Sherman's broad real estate practice covers the full lifecycle of residential and commercial transactions, from contract negotiation through closing. He expertly guides clients through:

• Property Acquisition & Disposition
• Development & Construction
• Financing & Sale
• Commercial Leasing (for tenants and landlords)

He handles transactions involving a comprehensive range of property types:

• Residential
• Mixed-use
• Multi-family
• Condominium
• Hotel
• Office
• Retail
• Industrial

As General Counsel to Oppenheim Law’s sister company, Weston Title & Escrow, Inc. (the oldest title company in Weston), Mr. Sherman has direct involvement in billions of dollars in real estate closings. In 2020, he was appointed as a Florida Remote Online Notary Public, performing virtual real estate closings and online notarizations globally.

Business Law & Corporate Governance

Mr. Sherman guides individuals and businesses through the legal intricacies of business entity formation, corporate governance, and complex contractual matters. He provides outside, in-house general counsel services, focusing on:

• Structuring and forming new business entities
• Developing operational policies and procedures
• Reviewing vendor contracts and employment policies to reduce litigation exposure
• Representing buyers and sellers in the purchase and sale of small and mid-size businesses (e.g., restaurants, medical practices, retail stores, brokerages).

His experience in reviewing due diligence for asset purchase transactions ensures clients receive sound legal advice when buying or selling a business.

Commercial Litigation

As a seasoned litigator, Mr. Sherman is adept at handling complex real estate, business, and contractual disputes. His litigation practice frequently involves:

• Breach of residential and commercial real estate contracts
• Partition actions
• Specific enforcement
• Partnership disputes

He also zealously advocated for homeowners and borrowers during the foreclosure crisis.

Credentials & Distinctions

• Education:
  • J.D., Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad Law Center (2008)
  • B.A., University of Florida, cum laude (2005)
• Key Honors:
  • Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2016 – Present)
  • Avvo Top Rated Lawyer (2017 – Present)
• Bar Admissions:
  • Florida Bar (2008)
• Court Admissions:
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida (2012, 2018)
  • United States Tax Court (2014)