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Brennan Manna Diamond Announces Relocation of Orlando Office to Capital Plaza Two

Press Release

ORLANDO, FL –– DEC 17, 2025 –– Brennan Manna Diamond (BMD), a business law firm serving Northeast, Central and Southwestern Florida, is pleased to announce that it has relocated its Orlando office to Capital Plaza Two, 301 East Pine Street, Suite 500, Orlando, Florida, 32810, the week of December 17, 2025.

Capital Plaza Two is one of two premier twin-tower business destinations in the heart of downtown, whose tenants include national law, accounting, and financial firms. The move reflects the firm’s continued growth and dedication to delivering an exceptional client experience. Capital Plaza Two offers a modern, strategically located workspace that will enable the firm to better serve clients throughout the region. The building provides upgraded amenities, state-of-the-art technology infrastructure, and enhanced accessibility for clients and employees alike.

“Capital Plaza Two gives us a more connected, functional, and welcoming office, which will elevate both the client and employee experience,” said Orlando Office Managing Partner Robert Lee. “From improved parking and proximity to key government and business centers, this move positions us for the future while reinforcing our commitment to providing exceptional legal and business services.”

Key Advantages of the New Location:

  • Centralized Downtown Access: Located in close proximity to major courthouses, government agencies, and corporate offices, enabling more efficient client services.
  • Improved Parking & Accessibility: Expanded parking options and ADA-friendly access make visiting the office more convenient for clients and guests.
  • Enhanced Technology: High-speed infrastructure and smart-office capabilities align with the firm’s continued investments in innovative legal service delivery.
  • Client-Focused Amenities: A modern, welcoming lobby, updated meeting spaces, and improved security create a more comfortable and professional client experience.

“Our move to Capital Plaza Two represents the next chapter of our growth, and we’re excited about what this space makes possible for our team and the clients who trust us,” said Robert Lee.

Robert leads a team of 13 attorneys and 10 staff members in the Orlando office, including the following attorneys: Robert Q. Lee, Daniel J. Batista, B. Travis Brown, Stephen C. L. Chong, Kim Nguyen Gray, Jessica K. Hew, Philip R. Kelly, Cassandra L. Manna, J. Brock McClane, Kim Radcliffe, Scott Rost, Amy M. Voight, and Amanda L. Waesch. The Orlando office has been highly involved in community, civic, and professional activities, including Junior Achievement of Central Florida, New Hope for Kids, Greater Orlando Asian American Bar Association, Citrus Club Board of Governors, Community Food & Outreach Center, Junior League of Greater Orlando, Legal Aid Society, and many more.

Clients First. Business Family. Entrepreneurship.
Brennan, Manna & Diamond is a full-service law firm founded in 2000 with the goal of combining highly skilled, talented attorneys with practical experience in business matters to create a new way to provide legal and business services to its clients. BMD’s access to a network of successful business entrepreneurs, consultants, and developers allows for innovative solutions, symbiotic partnerships, and sound legal and business advice. BMD serves clients of all types and sizes in numerous industry sectors nationwide, in the areas of: Banking & Finance; Business & Corporate; Construction Law; Employment & Labor; Esports, Media & Entertainment; Estate, Tax & Wealth Planning; Government Affairs; Healthcare; Immigration; Intellectual Property; International Law; Litigation; M&A; Real Estate and more. For additional information, please visit https://www.bmdllc.com/.


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Press Release: Rick Burke named 2024 H. Peter Burg Award recipient by Red Cross of Greater Akron and the Mahoning Valley

Rick is receiving the H. Peter Burg Community Leadership Award for his leadership at Brennan, Manna & Diamond, LLC, as well as in the community. He has served countless organizations such as Akron Children’s Hospital, the Akron Rotary Club, and the University of Akron Foundation Gifts & Estate Planning Committee. Rick has also served as a Board member and Board Chair for Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Akron, Mobile Meals, Access, Inc., Greenleaf Family Services, the American Red Cross of Akron and the Greater Mahoning Valley, Northern Ohio Golf Charities, the Northern Ohio Golf Charities Foundation, and Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens.  In addition, Rick has accumulated 40 years of service as a volunteer at Firestone Country Club on behalf of Northern Ohio Golf Charities and was Tournament Chair of the 1996 NEC Invitational-World Golf Championship (now known as the Kaulig Companies Championship).  Rick was a member of Leadership Akron Class IX and has been a recipient of the (Summa) Charles Deering Legacy Advisor Leadership Award 2017 as well as the University of Akron School of Law 2018 Outstanding Alumni Award.