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University of Florida Fredric G. Levin College of Law (J.D., 1982)
University of Florida (B.A., 1980)

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Florida

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Joel B. Giles

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Tampa

T: 813.229.4390

F: 813.229.4133

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Joel Giles practices in the areas of complex real estate and commercial transactions. He represents the developers of large mixed-use, commercial, and residential projects.

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Representative Matters
- Represented a major developer in the development of a 1,200 acre waterfront community, a 4,000 acre DRI, and a 5,000 acre DRI.
- Represented a public company in the acquisition of property for, and the construction of, a new high-rise office building.
- Represented a major developer in the development of a $230 million high-rise, beach-front condo and hotel project.
- Represented a local developer in the sale of a high-rise, beach-front hotel.
Publications

12.30.2011

Client Resource: Remedies in a Foreclosure Action (2011).
Speaking Engagements
- Co-Panelist, “Funding and Legal Framework for Florida’s Transportation Future," APA Florida 2010 Annual Conference, Tampa, FL (September 15, 2010)
- Moderator, “Connection Between Land Use and Transportation Planning,” Pinellas County Economic Development Council Quarterly Meeting (January 21, 2010)
Professional Recognition
- AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
- Listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2008-2012 (Real Estate Law) editions
Professional and Civic Activities
- The Florida Bar
  Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
- St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
  Chair, Transportation Council
  Former Chairman
  Former Member of the Year
- Co-Chair, Pinellas County Economic Development Council
- Tampa Bay Partnership Transportation Task Force
- Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority Transit Funding Committee
- Florida Resurrection House, Inc.
  Former Chairman
- The Canterbury School of Florida, Inc.
  Board of Trustees
- Previously involved with the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, Catholic Charities Housing, Inc., The Suncoasters of St. Petersburg, Inc., Suncoast Tiger Bay Club, Inc., and numerous political campaigns, often serving as campaign treasurer.

News

09.22.2010	Carlton Fields' Linnan, Giles, Tinkler, and Taylor Serve as Speakers at APA Florida 2010 Annual Conference
04.21.2010	Joel B. Giles Appointed Co-Chair of the Pinellas County Economic Development Council
02.16.2010	Kenneth A. Tinkler Presented on Amendment 4