Overview

Michael L. Wiener practices in the area of public finance law, concentrating on public debt offerings for local governments in Florida. Mr. Wiener has worked as bond counsel, bank counsel and disclosure counsel for numerous bond offerings for counties, cities and conduit bond issuers.

Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Wiener clerked for the Florida Attorney General's office in the Antitrust Division. Mr. Wiener previously worked as a consultant, specializing in the implementation and administration of defined benefit and 401(k) plans. He regularly consulted with Fortune 500 companies regarding the design and compliance of their retirement plans.

In the community, Mr. Wiener is involved with the Lakeland Police Foundation, Police Athletic League and Camp Fire USA Sunshine Council (President).

Credentials

Education
  • Florida State University College of Law, J.D., magna cum laude
  • Binghamton University, B.S., Business Administration, magna cum laude
Bar Admissions/Licenses
  • Florida
Honors & Awards
  • The Best Lawyers in America guide, Public Finance Law, 2019-2023
  • Chambers USA – America's Leading Business Lawyers guide, Public Finance, 2020-2024
  • Florida State University College of Law Business Review
  • Florida State University College of Law Dispute Resolution Society
  • Order of the Coif

Speaking Engagements

Demystifying Access to Capital

Business Development Board of Martin County / September 13, 2024

Key Planning Considerations For Developing New Campus Facilities

Florida Council of Independent Schools Convention / November 7, 2019

Municipal Bonds and Municipal Bond-Financed Projects: Unique Financing Opportunities

Florida Municipal Attorneys Association’s 38th Annual Seminar / July 13, 2019

Negotiating Bank Loans

Florida Bar City, County & Local Government Law Section Executive Council Meeting / May 9, 2013

Federal Securities Regulation Overview

The Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education Committee and the City, County and Local Government Law Section, Public Finance in Florida (1196R) / May 2011

Disclosure Policies and Procedures: A Practical Approach for Florida Governments

Florida Bar City, County and Local Government Law Section, Annual Conference / May 2009
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