Atty. Douglas E. Ede

Atty. Douglas E. Ede

Doug Ede represents clients in a wide variety of business litigation and commercial transactions including purchase and sale of businesses, start-ups and business entity formation, business development, contract negotiations and mergers and acquisitions. An AV Preeminent-rated trial attorney with more than 30 years of experience, Doug’s litigation experience includes representing Fortune 500 businesses, as well as small businesses in commercial disputes, distributorship litigation, industry litigation, personal injury, wrongful death, product liability, and construction claims.

Miami Miami 38 Years Experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas E. Ede at a glance

Douglas E. Ede is a Partner based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Rumberger, Kirk & Caldwell Professional Association. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, tax, litigation, and adr. Educated at Nova Southeastern University (J.D., 1988) and Barry University (Master, 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional •Dade County Bar Association. Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Doug Ede represents clients in a wide variety of business litigation and commercial transactions including purchase and sale of businesses, start-ups and business entity formation, business development, contract negotiations and mergers and acquisitions
  • An AV Preeminent-rated trial attorney with more than 30 years of experience, Doug’s litigation experience includes representing Fortune 500 businesses, as well as small businesses in commercial disputes, distributorship litigation, industry litigation, personal injury, wrongful death, product liability, and construction claims
  • Doug is also an accomplished Certified Circuit Civil Mediator with a robust mediation practice
  • He has more than ten years of experience mediating thousands of matters involving complex commercial litigation, personal injury, labor, first party insurance litigation, real estate, administrative and municipal actions, as well as medical, legal and accounting malpractice
  • Certifications •Certified Circuit Civil Mediator •AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell Articles & Presentations •Co-author, 'Arbitration: Embrace It or Avoid It?
  • Considerations for Small Businesses,' published in Daily Business Review, August 29, 2022 Doug's News and Insights 08.30.2022 Commercial Litigation Arbitration: Embrace It or Avoid It?
  • Considerations for Small Businesses Here are six things to consider when deciding whether to... 06.22.2022 Events Arbitration Strategy: Embrace It or Avoid It, Considerations for In-House Counsel Does your company have a comprehensive arbitration strategy as part... 10.16.2019 Firm News Rumberger Welcomes Doug Ede Back to the Firm Seasoned trial attorney Douglas Ede returns to RumbergerKirk in Miami

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas E. Ede's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Tax Law

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas E. Ede

Where is Douglas E. Ede's law office located?
Douglas E. Ede's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is Rumberger, Kirk & Caldwell Professional Association. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas E. Ede handle?
Douglas E. Ede focuses on business, tax, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Douglas E. Ede practiced law?
Douglas E. Ede has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Douglas E. Ede go to law school?
Douglas E. Ede earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (Master, 1988).
How can I contact Douglas E. Ede for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas E. Ede received?
Douglas E. Ede's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Nova Southeastern University
- 1988
Master
Barry University
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

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