Nicholas J. Barshel

Land Use and Zoning Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Miami, Florida

11+ years experience

Akerman LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

305-374-5600

https://www.akerman.com/en/people/nicholas-barshel.html

Three Brickell City Centre, Suite 1100, 98 Southeast Seventh Street, Miami, FL 33131

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Bio

Nicholas Barshel practices in the area of land use and development, representing clients in all aspects of the development approval process including due diligence review, planning and zoning applications, submerged lands issues, dock and marina permits, historic preservation, code compliance, and other aspects of complex land use and zoning matters with federal, state, and local agencies. He has assisted clients in development of major projects across South Florida and beyond, including the cities of Miami, Miami Beach, Bay Harbor Islands, Coral Gables, Hallandale Beach, and St. Pete Beach. Pete Beach. Nick also has experience with litigation of land use and zoning matters.

Practice Areas

Land Use and Zoning Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Land Use and Zoning Law
Recognized: Real Estate Law
Recognized: Land Use and Zoning Law - 2025
Recognized: Real Estate Law - 2025
Recognized: Land Use and Zoning Law - 2024
Recognized: Real Estate Law - 2024
Recognized: Land Use and Zoning Law - 2023
Recognized: Real Estate Law - 2023
Recognized: Land Use and Zoning Law - 2022
Recognized: Real Estate Law - 2022
Practice Area: Land Use and Zoning Law
Practice Area: Real Estate Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2026

Education

University of Florida, J.D., graduated 2014

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Reviews

Linda Perez

2 weeks ago

Expert guidance through a complex zoning approval process

Nicholas Barshel provided exceptional counsel on a challenging mixed-use development project in Miami. His deep knowledge of land use law and the local approval process was immediately evident. He expertly guided us through due diligence, identified potential zoning hurdles early, and crafted a compelling application for the planning board. His recognition in Land Use and Real Estate Law is well-deserved. Nicholas was not only a strategic advisor but also a clear communicator, making a complex regulatory landscape understandable. Thanks to his 11 years of experience and diligent representation, we secured the necessary approvals efficiently. I highly recommend him for any development matter.