Atty. Eric Zivitz
Eric Zivitz is a lawyer practicing casualty defense litigation, construction, employment law and 2 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Casualty Defense Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Miami, FL · 39+ Years Experience
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About Eric Zivitz at a Glance
Eric Zivitz is a criminal defense, employment, and litigation attorney based in Miami, Florida. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1987). Educated at Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law Center (J.D., 1986) and Emory University (B.A. Political, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships •American Bar Association (ABA) •Dade County Bar Association •Defense Research Institute (DRI) •Florida Defense Lawyers Association (FDLA) •The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Zivitz
- Eric Zivitz is a lawyer practicing casualty defense litigation, construction, employment law and 2 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Eric practices in Miami, FL
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Eric Zivitz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Zivitz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Miami.
Criminal Defense in Miami
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Employment Law in Miami
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Eric Zivitz is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →
Civil Litigation in Miami
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Miami Choose Eric Zivitz
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 Eric Zivitz's practice in the field of criminal defense, employment, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Zivitz brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, employment, and litigation, Eric Zivitz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Miami
A Miami-based practice means Eric Zivitz 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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Common Legal Issues Eric Zivitz Handles in Miami
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