Overview
For more than 30 years, Aaron Gorovitz's law practice has centered around large and complex commercial, residential and mixed-use real estate projects throughout Central Florida.
Aaron is often involved in site selection and due diligence, and is lead counsel in the procurement of Developments of Regional Impact (DRIs), transit-oriented development, comprehensive plan designations, zonings and other governmental approvals and entitlements. He also formulates public/private partnerships, and takes a lead role in the development, financing and leasing of projects.
Under Aaron’s leadership, the firm’s Land Use, Zoning & Environmental Group was involved in many of the most recognizable public-private partnership projects in Central Florida, including the Amway Center, the CNL Center at City Commons, the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts and the Orlando Citrus Bowl, to name a few.
Most often, he finds himself in the role of an all-around trusted advisor to some of Central Florida’s largest developers and philanthropists. “It’s a role that I am completely comfortable with,” says Aaron. “I have always been committed to the success and development of my clients,” he continues, “putting their agendas before my own. I try to do more listening than talking, so that I know what issues and concerns keep them awake at night.” It is that allegiance to his clients that has contributed to Aaron’s numerous recognitions — and the foundation for the relationships he has developed.
“I believe that my clients’ trust extends beyond doing good work,” Aaron explains. “It is a deeper, broader trust that is based on both professional competence and personal relationships, and I am forever grateful for that trust.”
Chambers USA (2017)* reports that Aaron impresses with his handling of a broad range of transactional real estate matters. He recently advised home builder Park Square Enterprises on the $59 million acquisition, and subsequent financing, of 16 vacant sites intended for residential development.
In addition to his busy law practice, Aaron is deeply involved in his community. As the former chair of the Central Florida Partnership (CFP), he traveled to Washington D.C. with other CFP regional leaders last year to help advance Central Florida’s growing industries: hospitality, travel and tourism, research funding and entrepreneurship. As a member of CFP’s Core Strategy Group, he spent countless hours working side-by-side with community leaders to bring SunRail to Central Florida. Along with chairing the CFP’s Transportation Task Force, Aaron chaired many of the CFP’s committees addressing other key regional issues, including capital, homelessness and water, among others.
His long-time commitment to the community has also included involvement in a number of organizations, including serving on the board of directors for the Community Foundation of Central Florida, the executive committee of the Jewish National Fund and the American Diabetes Association’s Father’s Day Council.
Aaron has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to the community, both in business and for his charitable work. He is always raising his hand in service with quiet strength and unwavering commitment.
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News & Insights
News
Recognition
Recognition
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated
- Orange County Leader, Florida Trend, 2013
- The Best Lawyers in America guide, Land Use and Zoning Law, 2011-2024; Litigation - Real Estate, 2011-2024; Real Estate Law, 2005-2024
- Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend, 2008-2010, 2012, 2015
- Florida's Top Lawyers, Florida Monthly Magazine
- Leading Attorney in Real Estate and Construction: Land Use/Zoning, The Legal 500 United States
- Recommended Attorney in Real Estate and Construction: Land Use/Zoning, The Legal 500 United States, 2016
- Florida Super Lawyers, 2009-2010. 2012-2019
- Tree of Life Award, Jewish National Fund
- Father of the Year, American Diabetes Association, 2011
- Most Influential Businessman in Central Florida, Legal Industry, Orlando Business Journal, 2011
- Chambers USA: America's Leading Business Lawyers guide, 2015-2017
Community & Civic
Community Activities
- Central Florida Partnership, Board of Directors, President
- Central Florida Foundation, Board of Directors
- Meritas, International Board of Directors
- Jewish National Fund, Executive Committee
Professional Certifications & Memberships
- American Bar Association
- The Florida Bar
- Orange County Bar Association
- International Council of Shopping Centers
- National Association of Industrial and Office Properties
- Urban Land Institute
Practices & Industries
Admissions
- Florida
Education
- George Washington University Law School, J.D., 1983
- Muhlenberg College, B.A., 1980