Atty. Eric David Rapkin

Atty. Eric David Rapkin

Eric David Rapkin is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, distressed property, environmental & land use law and 11 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Univ. of Florida in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Eric David Rapkin at a glance

Eric David Rapkin is a Shareholder based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Akerman LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in FL (1986). Educated at Georgetown Univ. (J.D., 1986) and Univ. of Florida (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Eric David Rapkin is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, distressed property, environmental & land use law and 11 other areas of law
  • Eric received a B.A. degree from Univ. of Florida in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Eric practices at Akerman LLP in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Eric David Rapkin's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

Eric David Rapkin is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Florida →

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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Eric David Rapkin

Where is Eric David Rapkin's law office located?
Eric David Rapkin's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Akerman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric David Rapkin handle?
Eric David Rapkin focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Eric David Rapkin practiced law?
Eric David Rapkin has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Eric David Rapkin go to law school?
Eric David Rapkin earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Eric David Rapkin for a consultation?
You can contact Eric David Rapkin 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 Eric David Rapkin received?
Eric David Rapkin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown Univ.
- 1986
B.A.
Univ. of Florida
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

FL
Admitted: 1986

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