George Smith Joins Greenberg Traurig’s Tallahassee Office: A New Chapter in Florida Public Finance
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Key Takeaways
- George Smith brings more than two decades of municipal finance and legislative policy experience in Florida.
- He has advised on 600+ municipal bond transactions totaling over $36 billion.
- Notable work includes serving as disclosure counsel on a $3.5 billion fixed-rate Florida municipal bond—the largest of its kind in the state’s history.
- He has represented Citizens Property Insurance Corp. and the Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund on multiple issuances.
- His arrival strengthens GT’s Tallahassee team as part of a broader office growth strategy.
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Introduction
Greenberg Traurig announced that George Smith is joining the Tallahassee office as a Shareholder, expanding the firm’s capabilities in Florida’s public finance and infrastructure sectors.
Expertise & Experience
Smith brings more than two decades of experience advising state and local governments on complex municipal finance issues, including public-private partnerships, statutory changes that shape infrastructure funding, and bond financing. His Florida-based practice blends financial counsel with legislative policy insight, enabling clients to navigate multifaceted funding structures with clarity.
Notable Transactions
Throughout his career, he has advised on more than 600 municipal bond transactions totaling over $36 billion. Notably, he contributed as disclosure counsel on a $3.5 billion fixed-rate municipal bond—the largest fixed-rate issuance in Florida history. He has also represented entities such as Citizens Property Insurance Corp. and the Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund on multiple issuances.
Leadership & Impact
“George’s arrival marks an exciting chapter for our Tallahassee office as we continue to expand our capabilities across key practice areas,” said David C. Ashburn, the Managing Partner of GT Law’s Tallahassee office. “George’s distinguished record advising on Florida’s most significant municipal finance transactions, as well as his leadership in shaping the state’s legislative framework, will be invaluable to our clients here in Florida and throughout the country. His local roots and commitment to the community are also perfectly aligned with our office’s dedication to serving the region.”
Greenberg Traurig Public Finance & Infrastructure Practice Co-Chairs Franklin D.R. Jones Jr. and Ben McGuire added, “George’s addition marks another milestone in the ongoing, strategic growth of our Public Finance & Infrastructure Practice. George consistently provides hands-on guidance to clients throughout every stage of a transaction.”
Office Growth & Regional Strategy
The Tallahassee office has added several high-profile Shareholders in recent months, including former PSC Commissioner Andrew Fay, reflecting GT’s ongoing commitment to strengthening Florida coverage in public policy, procurement, and infrastructure financing.
GT Public Finance & Infrastructure Practice
GT’s Public Finance & Infrastructure Practice supports clients across Florida in securing funding for infrastructure, capital projects, and public-private partnerships, leveraging policy and financial expertise to execute complex deals.
About the Author
Written by Drew Wilson, Vice President of Florida Politics, a platform covering campaigns, elections, government, policy, and lobbying in Florida. Wilson’s team produces newsletters like Sunburn, Takeaways from Tallahassee, and Diagnosis.
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