Atty. Brett Moritz
Brett J. Moritz is a Partner in the Miami, Florida office of Peckar & Abramson PC .
Construction Law Attorney · Serving Miami, FL
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About Brett Moritz at a Glance
Brett Moritz is a construction attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Peckar & Abramson PC. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar. Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 2016) and University of Miami (B.A.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Florida Super Lawyers “Rising Star,” 2022-2025 (2026). Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brett Moritz
- Brett J. Moritz is a Partner in the Miami, Florida office of Peckar & Abramson PC. He is board certified by The Florida Bar in Construction Law and concentrates his practice on construction-related transactional matters and litigation
- Brett represents developers, contractors, and other construction industry participants in a wide range of commercial and construction disputes
- Throughout all phases of construction projects, Brett advises clients on drafting and negotiating construction contracts, project administration, and risk management strategies intended to reduce the likelihood of disputes
- When disputes arise, he represents clients in the litigation of construction claims involving complex contractual, scheduling, and financial issues
- Brett earned his Bachelor of Arts in Economics, magna cum laude, from the University of Miami in 2012
- He received his Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law, graduating magna cum laude and as a member of the Order of the Coif
- While in law school, Brett served on the University of Miami Law Review and received the CALI Award for Excellence in Business Associations, along with the Dean’s Certificate of Achievement Awards in Torts, Contracts, and Property
- He also participated in the Litigation Skills Program, earning honors in both pre-trial and trial advocacy
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Brett Moritz's Areas of Legal Practice
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Construction Law in Miami
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Miami
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 venue, 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.
Miami Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Miami-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Miami Choose Brett Moritz
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brett Moritz's practice in the field of construction.
Focused Construction Practice
Concentrating on construction means Brett Moritz's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Miami
A Miami-based practice means Brett Moritz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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