Atty. Gerald Forman
Gerald Forman is a lawyer practicing real estate law, corporate law, probate law and 4 other areas of law. Gerald has been licensed for 75 years.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL · 75+ Years Experience
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About Gerald Forman at a Glance
Gerald Forman is a Member based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Gerald Forman, P.A.. They have 75+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1951. Their practice focuses on probate, business, real estate, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (1951). Educated at University of Miami LL.B. cum laude University of Miami School of Law Class of 1951 (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gerald Forman
- Gerald Forman is a lawyer practicing real estate law, corporate law, probate law and 4 other areas of law
- Gerald has been licensed for 75 years
- Gerald practices at Gerald Forman, P.A. in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Gerald Forman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald Forman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Lauderdale.
Probate in Fort Lauderdale
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Business & Corporate Law in Fort Lauderdale
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Fort Lauderdale
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Gerald Forman is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →
Securities Law in Fort Lauderdale
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Civil Litigation in Fort Lauderdale
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 Fort Lauderdale
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 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.
Fort Lauderdale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fort Lauderdale-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 Fort Lauderdale Choose Gerald Forman
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 Gerald Forman's practice in the field of probate, business, real estate, securities, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gerald Forman brings 75+ 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 probate, business, and real estate, Gerald Forman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fort Lauderdale
A Fort Lauderdale-based practice means Gerald Forman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Gerald Forman Handles in Fort Lauderdale
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Gerald Forman has experience with under Florida law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Gerald Forman directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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