Atty. Charles R. Lipcon

Atty. Charles R. Lipcon

Charles R. Lipcon graduated with his J.D. from the University of Miami in 1971.

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About Charles R. Lipcon at a glance

Charles R. Lipcon is a personal injury and maritime attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman PA. Admitted to practice in Florida, Florida Bar Association: 1971, United States, American Bar Association, and Florida, Dade County Bar Association. Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1971). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Charles R. Lipcon graduated with his J.D. from the University of Miami in 1971
  • Since then, he has built a reputation representing victims of cruise line sexual assaults, wrongful death claims, and personal injury matters
  • Mr. Lipcon has written multiple books, including his latest, “Unsafe on the High Seas," and has earned a Martindale-Hubbell rating of AV due to his extensive experience and professional standards
  • Charles Lipcon is also involved in numerous associations outside of the Florida Bar including American Association of Justice and the Florida Admiralty Trial Lawyers Association, to name a few
  • His experience and authority in the industry has led many injured cruise victims to seek his counsel and is frequently quoted in various newspapers and publications

Practice Areas Explained

Charles R. Lipcon's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Charles R. Lipcon is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime 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 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 Charles R. Lipcon

Where is Charles R. Lipcon's law office located?
Charles R. Lipcon's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles R. Lipcon handle?
Charles R. Lipcon focuses on personal injury, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Charles R. Lipcon go to law school?
Charles R. Lipcon earned their education at (J.D., 1971).
How can I contact Charles R. Lipcon for a consultation?
You can contact Charles R. Lipcon 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 Charles R. Lipcon received?
Charles R. Lipcon's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami School of Law
- 1971

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Best Law Firm by US News & World Report
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale AV rated for 26 consecutive years
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — SuperLawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Avvo Rating 10.0
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named Top Law Firm Protecting Seafarer Rights
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Admiralty and Maritime Law (Miami)
- 2020

Bar Admissions

Florida, Florida Bar Association: 1971
United States, American Bar Association
Florida, Dade County Bar Association

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