Blank Rome LLP is pleased to announce that partner Michelle M. Gervais was named to The Florida 500 for the fourth year in a row, honoring her as one of the 44 attorneys recognized in this year's “Law” category.
Published annually as a special supplement of Florida Trend magazine, the notable Florida 500 list highlights the most influential executives in different economic sectors throughout the state. According to the magazine, “this immense, yearlong research initiative by the editors of Florida Trend has resulted in a personal, engaging look at the states most influential business leaders.” Honored categories include Agriculture, Arts/Entertainment, Education, Energy, Finance & Insurance, Hospitality/Tourism, Information/Tech/Media, Law, Life Sciences, Living Legends, Manufacturing, Philanthropy/Non-Profits, Professional Services, Real Estate, Retail/Wholesale, and Transportation.
To see the full list of Florida 500 honorees, please visit floridatrend500.com.
As published in Florida 500:
Michelle Gervais
Partner, Blank Rome, Tampa
Gervais co-chairs the sports industry practice at her firm. She advises NFL players and other high-profile athletes, celebrities and executives, along with businesses in the sports, entertainment and finance industries in complex disputes that involve business and family law matters. Blank Rome has 14 offices and more than 600 attorneys and worldwide. Gervais has been a leader at the firm for more than seven years.
EDUCATION
Central Michigan University (BS), University of Miami (JD)
LEARNED TO APPRECIATE
How much fun it can be to do what you love!
HOBBY
Hanging with my husband and watching any of our daughter’s sporting events — there’s nothing better next to cheering on my clients when they play!
ADMIRES
Tampa’s Mayor Jane Castor leads with integrity, intelligence and always a smile. She’s not afraid to stand up to anyone and fight for what she believes in.
READING
Machiavelli For Women, by Stacey Vanek Smith
To read Michelle’s profile online, please click here.
