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Loren & Kean Law Announces Promotion of Frank Sardinha III to Partner

By Michael I. Kean | Jan 7, 2026

Loren & Kean Law is pleased to announce the promotion of Frank Sardinha III to Partner. Frank has been a valued member of the firm, known for his strong legal skills, client-focused approach, and commitment to excellence. Frank focuses his practice in high-stakes business disputes, construction and employment law. His promotion reflects both his professional Loren & Kean Law Announces Promotion of Frank Sardinha III to Partner

Four Attorneys at Our Firm Recognized by Super Lawyers; Additional Honor for Frank Sardinha III

By Michael I. Kean | Aug 21, 2025

We are proud to announce that four attorneys at our firm — Bruce E. Loren, Michael I. Kean, Kyle W. Ohlensclaeger, and Frank Sardinha III — have been recognized by Super Lawyers for their outstanding professional achievement and peer recognition. Kyle and Frank were listed as Rising Stars. In addition, Frank Sardinha III has earned Four Attorneys at Our Firm Recognized by Super Lawyers; Additional Honor for Frank Sardinha III

RENT RELIEF: FLORIDA REPEALS SALES TAX ON COMMERICAL LEASES

By Michael I. Kean | Jul 8, 2025

On June 30, 2025, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Florida House Bill 7031, which among other things, fully removes the state and county sales tax on commercial real property leases. This change takes effect October 1, 2025, and follows what has been a reduction on the sales tax on commercial leases over the last several years. RENT RELIEF: FLORIDA REPEALS SALES TAX ON COMMERICAL LEASES

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEW PARTNERS AND OF COUNSEL

By Michael I. Kean | Dec 8, 2023

Loren & Kean Law is proud and excited to announce that Allen Heffner and Kyle Ohlenschlaeger have become Partners and Frank Sardinha has become Of Counsel.  Allen, Kyle and Frank are integral members of our firm who have been instrumental in the growth of the firm over the last 8½ years, and its continued and CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEW PARTNERS AND OF COUNSEL

Understanding Force Majeure Clauses in Contracts

By Michael I. Kean | Dec 4, 2023

Businesses deal with contracts on a daily basis—employment agreements, leases, construction agreements, purchase agreements, etc. However, even the most meticulously crafted agreements may encounter unforeseen circumstances that disrupt the normal course of business. In such instances, the force majeure clause becomes a vital component, providing a framework safety valve to address unexpected events that are Understanding Force Majeure Clauses in Contracts

Michael Kean, partner at Loren & Kean Law, interviewed by The Daytona Beach News-Journal about his prominent client, Palm Coast Data.

By Michael I. Kean | Jun 8, 2020

Palm Coast Data, once one of the city’s largest employers, is being forced to lay off 80-100 workers due to declining revenue. The company was also recently embroiled in a high stakes, high profile commercial eviction lawsuit in which they were represented by Loren & Kean Law partner, Michael Kean. The Daytona Beach News-Journal recently Michael Kean, partner at Loren & Kean Law, interviewed by The Daytona Beach News-Journal about his prominent client, Palm Coast Data.

Michael Kean, partner at Loren & Kean Law, interviewed regarding representation of Palm Coast Data in high profile Commercial Eviction Lawsuit.

By Michael I. Kean | Mar 30, 2020

Palm Coast Data, one of the city’s largest employers, is currently embroiled in a high stakes high profile commercial eviction lawsuit in which they are being represented by Loren & Kean Law partner, Michael Kean. FlaglerLive.com recently wrote an article about the dispute. Palm Coast Data was sold to Ireland-based Studio Media in April 2019. The current Michael Kean, partner at Loren & Kean Law, interviewed regarding representation of Palm Coast Data in high profile Commercial Eviction Lawsuit.