59Andrew Byer Attorney was born in 1962 in Jersey City, New Jersey, to an Italian immigrant mother. His upbringing was wealthy and split between the United States and Italy. This bicultural background nurtured a deep understanding of global cultures, influencing his future in international law. Andrew earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Columbia University in 1984, where his education was complemented by a semester abroad in France.
After graduating with a Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law in 1987, Andrew began his legal career in South Florida. He started as a Lease Administrator and Legal Counsel at Miracle Marketplace shopping mall in Coral Gables. There, he managed complex lease negotiations and tenant relations, skills that formed the foundation of his legal acumen.
Andrew's career took a decisive turn toward international business in 1990 when he became the Director of Operations for Maria Pia, an Italian shoe manufacturer that was concluding its U.S. operations. In this capacity, he utilized his fluency in Italian and intricate knowledge of international law to manage the company's orderly exit from the U.S. market. He expanded his international experience from 1991 to 1994 as General Counsel and Director of International Sales at Intracorp, Inc. In this video game software company, he successfully negotiated licensing agreements with Hollywood studios, allowing the company to expand its presence in the international market.
In 1994, leveraging his robust experience in international law and business, Andrew founded the Law Offices of Andrew Alexander Byer. His firm quickly became a key resource for European companies seeking to establish or expand their operations in the U.S., offering strategic legal and business advice bolstered by his multilingual abilities and understanding of international business practices.
Driven by his interest in high-fidelity audio, Andrew opened Magnum Opus Audio in 2007, a boutique in Fort Lauderdale specializing in luxury audio and home theater equipment. As the retail environment shifted, he adapted his business focus toward real estate, founding AJ&J Holdings, LLC, and later Bozhlona, Inc. in 2024, a property management company.
Andrew is committed to philanthropy outside his business endeavors, focusing on animal welfare and community service initiatives. Today, Andrew Byer applies his vast legal and business knowledge to his real estate projects, positively impacting his community and industry.