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Judge slams Russian investor who defied court orders in Trump Palace condo case
By Eman Elshahawy at The Real Deal
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
A Miami -Dade Circuit judge ordered a Russian investor to pay $2.3 million to former Russian government official Igor Zorin in a dispute over the sale of the LLC that owned a condo at Trump Palace in Sunny Isles Beach. Svyatoslav Mangushev was hit with the default judgment on July 5 after Judge Lisa
Key takeaway 3 million to former Russian government official Igor Zorin in a dispute over the sale of the LLC that owned a condo at Trump Palace in Sunny Isles Beach.
Why this matters in The Miami
The case involving the Trump Palace condo in Sunny Isles Beach has significant implications for Miami-Dade County's real estate market, where foreign investors like Svyatoslav Mangushev often play a major role. The judge's ruling sends a strong message that disregard for court orders will not be tolerated, which could help maintain trust and stability in local property transactions. Miami's reputation as a hub for international investment is built on the integrity of its legal system, and Judge Lisa Walsh's decision reinforces that. The fact that the dispute involved a condo in a high-profile building like Trump Palace also underscores the potential for similar cases to arise in other luxury developments throughout the county, particularly in areas like Miami Beach and Brickell, where foreign ownership is common. As the county's real estate market continues to evolve, the courts' ability to handle complex, international cases like this one will be crucial.
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Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: The Real Deal ·
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What is this story about? A Miami-Dade Circuit judge ordered a Russian investor to pay $2.3 million to former Russian government official Igor Zorin in a dispute over the sale of the LLC that owned a condo at Trump Palace in Sunny Isles Beach. Svyatoslav Mangushev was hit with the default judgment on July 5 after Judge Lisa
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