Atty. Jack D. Luks

Atty. Jack D. Luks

Luks, Santaniello was named a Go-To Law Firm to Fortune 500 Companies for its handling of Florida Commercial Litigation matters in 2012.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (754) 315-0964 Book Appointment

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About Jack D. Luks at a glance

Jack D. Luks is a Founding Partner based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Luks, Santaniello, Petrillo, Cohen & Peterfriend. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, employment, business, ssd, and securities. Admitted to practice in Florida (1987), United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida (1987), New Jersey (1987), and United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida (1987). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1986) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dade County, New Jersey State and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar International Council of Shopping Centers Florida Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Luks, Santaniello was named a Go-To Law Firm to Fortune 500 Companies for its handling of Florida Commercial Litigation matters in 2012

Practice Areas Explained

Jack D. Luks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jack D. Luks handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Jack D. Luks is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Florida →

Securities Law

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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 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 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 Jack D. Luks

Where is Jack D. Luks's law office located?
Jack D. Luks's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Luks, Santaniello, Petrillo, Cohen & Peterfriend. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jack D. Luks handle?
Jack D. Luks focuses on wrongful death, employment, business, ssd, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Jack D. Luks practiced law?
Jack D. Luks has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Jack D. Luks go to law school?
Jack D. Luks earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Jack D. Luks for a consultation?
You can contact Jack D. Luks 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 Jack D. Luks received?
Jack D. Luks's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami
- 1986
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1987
United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1987
New Jersey
Admitted: 1987
United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1987

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