Atty. Burt Bruton

Atty. Burt Bruton

Burt Bruton has been an attorney with the firm since 1981 and has been a shareholder in its Real Estate Practice since 1988. Burt's practice includes the representation of lenders and borrowers in real estate financing and secured transactions, as well as buyers and sellers of real property.

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Profile Summary

About Burt Bruton at a glance

Burt Bruton is a real estate and estate litigation attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar. Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1981). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Burt Bruton has been an attorney with the firm since 1981 and has been a shareholder in its Real Estate Practice since 1988
  • Burt's practice includes the representation of lenders and borrowers in real estate financing and secured transactions, as well as buyers and sellers of real property

Practice Areas Explained

Burt Bruton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Burt Bruton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Miami are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Burt Bruton

Where is Burt Bruton's law office located?
Burt Bruton's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is Greenberg Traurig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Burt Bruton handle?
Burt Bruton focuses on real estate, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Burt Bruton go to law school?
Burt Bruton earned their education at (J.D., 1981).
How can I contact Burt Bruton for a consultation?
You can contact Burt Bruton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Burt Bruton received?
Burt Bruton's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Finance; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami School of Law
- 1981

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Annual Service Award," The Florida Bar, Real Property Probate & Trust Law Section - Hall of Fame, 2002-2003
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Legal 500 United States, 2007-2008
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who's Who Legal, Florida - Real Estate, 2008
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — "2008-2009 Robert C. Scott Memorial Award," The Florida Bar, Real Property Probate & Trust Law Section, May 22, 2009
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Law360 "Real Estate Practice Group of the Year," 2011 and 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Legal Elite," 2004-2008
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Hall of Fame," 2009-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Trend magazine - Real Estate Law, 2004-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine, Florida Super Lawyers, 2006-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers "Top 100 Lawyers in Miami," 2010-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers "Top 100 Lawyers in Florida," 2010
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers "Top 50 Lawyers in South Florida, 2010
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA Guide, 2006-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA "Lawyer of the Year," Miami Litigation - Real Estate Law, 2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — ##"Lawyer of the Year," Miami Litigation - Real Estate Law, 2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Legal 500 United States, "Top Tier" Firm in Real Estate, 2013
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Real Estate Law (Miami)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Miami)
- 2013

Bar Admissions

Florida, The Florida Bar

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