Shutts & Bowen LLP is pleased to announce that Victoria Méndez has joined the Miami office as a partner in the Land Use & Zoning Practice Group.
“We are thrilled to welcome Victoria to our team,” said Alexander Tachmes, Chair of the Land Use & Zoning Practice Group at Shutts & Bowen. “Her extensive experience in all facets of local government law, including land use and zoning, complements our broad range of governmental representation and underscores our role as one of Miami’s premier municipal practice law firms. Victoria’s deep understanding of the complexities of municipal operations will be a tremendous asset to our clients.”
Méndez joins Shutts & Bowen after more than two decades in public service, most notably serving as the City Attorney for the City of Miami for more than 10 years. In her role, she managed a legal team of more than 60 professionals, advised on high-profile municipal matters, handled complex public private real estate transactions, and represented the city in numerous state, federal and appellate courts. Her experience spans a wide array of municipal operations including land use and zoning, environmental law, public finance and real estate.
“I am incredibly excited to be part of such a prestigious firm,” said Méndez. “Shutts & Bowen’s reputation for excellence, combined with their commitment to client service, aligns perfectly with my professional values. I look forward to leveraging my experience to serve our clients with the highest level of dedication.”
Méndez earned her undergraduate degree, cum laude, MPA and JD from the University of Miami and is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in City, County and Local Government Law. She has received numerous accolades throughout her career, including the Florida Municipal Attorneys Association’s Paul S. Buchman Attorney of the Year Award in 2024.
Francis E. “Frank” Rodriguez, Chair of the firm’s Executive Committee, added, “Victoria’s decision to join our Miami office continues our success in recruiting and onboarding high-value laterals. Her in-depth knowledge of local governments, coupled with her vast legal experience, will undoubtedly benefit our clients and strengthen our firm’s position in the South Florida market.”
About Shutts & Bowen LLP
Shutts & Bowen LLP, established in 1910, is a full-service business law firm with approximately 270 lawyers in offices in Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, Sarasota, Tallahassee, Tampa and West Palm Beach. Learn more about Shutts & Bowen at www.shutts.com.
