March 29, 2024

Thursday's Daily Pulse

What you need to know about Florida today

| 1/11/2018

› South Florida midsize law firms find room for fee options
The buzz about alternative fee arrangements has gotten louder in recent years, and many midsize law firms in South Florida have carved out space for something other than the straight billable hour.

› Florida Realtors unveils Session priorities
The state’s largest professional trade association, Florida Realtors, wants to secure more opportunities for vacation rentals, affordable housing, and business growth, while also resolving issues impacting property insurance.

› Puerto Rico businesspeople tout economic clout
Two local events Friday will underscore the rise of Puerto Rican influence and economic clout in Central Florida. The Hispanic Chamber has been offering free membership to Puerto Rican evacuees.

› Miami-based Boats Group's chairman steps down
Boats Group, which attracts over 65 million people annually to its online marketplaces such as Boat Trader, YachtWorld and Boats.com, recently relocated to downtown Miami from Norfolk, Virginia.

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