This year’s M&A slowdown has been no secret, but some Florida-based lawyers are starting to see activity pick back up for certain sectors, with technology and health care as two standouts.

“There have been a lot of players on the sidelines over the course of 2023 waiting to see what is happening in the world, whether it’s relating to issues of interest rates, war in Europe or the scare of some of the small to mid size financial institutions in the United States,” said Miami-based Greenspoon Marder corporate practice partner Jon Lyman. “Particularly in the U.S., we’re seeing a little thawing of nervousness and people coming back into the market.”