Edward C. Akel
Partner, Attorney at Lippes Mathias
Certified Public Accountant (Inactive)Florida Bar AssociationJacksonville Bar AssociationRotary Club of Deerwood
About
Edward C. Akel, a Partner at Lippes Mathias and an inactive certified public accountant, handles mergers and acquisitions. In Jacksonville, Florida, he forms corporations, limited liability companies, and limited partnerships, including limited liability partnerships. He prepares transaction agreements and operating agreements for shareholders, partners, and LLC members. He documents leases, mortgages, and guarantees on business and real estate sales. He handles tax-deferred 1031 exchanges. He earned his J.D. from Florida State University in 1975. He earned a B.A. from Duke University in 1972. He advises clients on income tax, estate tax, and Florida sales tax for business transactions.
Who is a good fit for Edward C. Akel
- Companies completing a merger or acquisition that need the transaction agreements prepared.
- Owners who need income tax or Florida sales tax advice on a business sale.
- Shareholders, partners, and LLC members who need an operating agreement before a transaction.
Education and admissions
- Education
- Florida State University, J.D., 1975
- Duke University, B.A., 1972
- Bar admissions
- Florida
Recognition
- The Best Lawyers in America©, 2021-2027
- AV Preeminent Rating®, Martindale-Hubbell, Rated 5.0/5.0
- Florida Super Lawyers®, 2007-2019
Specialties
Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representationEntity formation and holding structuresTransaction tax structuringCommercial leases and lease assignmentsEscrow and closing services
Deal profile
- Typical deal size
- Any deal size
- Remote work
- In-person / regional
Frequently Asked Questions
Edward C. Akel drafts agreements covering employment, deferred compensation, and incentives. He prepares phantom stock plans and the papers for stock appreciation plans.