Title, Firm: partner, Holland & Knight
Experience: Partner, Holland & Knight, LLP, 2021 to present; Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, 2014-2021; Law Clerk to the Honorable United States Magistrate Judge, Alicia O. Valle, 2013-2014; Associate, Holland & b. BKnight, LLP, 2010-2013; University of Florida, Levin College of Law, Class of 2010; United States Department of Justice, Tax Division, Paralegal Specialist 2006-2007
Education: University of Florida, Levin College of Law, Class of 2010 – graduated with honors; – University of Michigan, B.A. with concentrations in Political Science and U.S. History – graduated with honors
What has been your proudest career moment and your biggest hurdle? Proudest career moment was the first time I announced in court, “Cary Aronovitz, on behalf of the United States.” It was a culmination of years of hard work and fulfilled my dream to serve the community. Biggest hurdle was making charging decisions at the U.S. Attorney’s Office with lifelong ramifications for victims, defendants, family members, and many sleepless nights hoping I was making the right decisions.
Where do you fit on a 1-10 work-life balance scale with 10 being nirvana?
My wife’s also a lawyer, and we’re blessed with two young children we love with all of our hearts. We’re juggling and doing our best as lawyers, parents, and friends. While the pandemic helped in allowing more flexibility, it’s hard-working after tucking the kids into bed. But it’s an easy compromise for the ability to be active with my kids.
Clay Carlton, Morgan Lewis & Bockius. Courtesy photo
