Holland & Knight has strengthened its nationally recognized Real Estate Capital Markets Group with the addition of Partner Chris Ezell in Miami. Mr. Ezell focuses on business litigation involving creditors’ rights, lender liability, commercial contracts and injunctive relief. He was previously a partner with Jones Walker.

The addition of Mr. Ezell follows Holland & Knight’s recruitment of Real Estate Capital Markets Partner Cara Houck in Chicago in January.

“Chris’ significant experience litigating issues related to real estate finance and distressed debt will aid us in enhancing the firm’s Real Estate Capital Markets Group,” said Joe Guay, Holland & Knight’s Real Estate Section leader. “We are thrilled to welcome him to our rapidly growing team.”