Heather S. Moraes, Esquire

Heather Moraes practices in commercial real estate and leasing, where she represents both regional and national clients, with a focus on retail and office development. She also represents both borrowers and lenders in the areas of loan closings and restructuring. She is a graduate of the University of Florida Levin College of Law with her J.D. and is rated an AV Preeminent attorney by Martindale Hubbell. She is an active member of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC).

Medical Marijuana in Florida – OK to Smoke But Not to Grow

December 18, 2019

On November 22, 2019, the Florida Supreme Court declined to accept jurisdiction over a case involving the right of a patient to cultivate marijuana for his own medicinal purposes. In doing so, Florida has declined to be added to the increasing minority of states that now allow homegrown marijuana. Prominent Tampa strip-club owner Joe Redner … Read more

Another Reduction in Sales Tax for Commercial Tenants

December 18, 2019

NEW LAWS IN EFFECT JANUARY 1, 2020 On January 1, 2020, the Florida sales tax rate on commercial leases will be reduced yet again, for the third time in the last three years. The rate will be reduced from 5.7% to 5.5% for payments received for occupancies on or after January 1, 2020. The tax … Read more

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