Atty. Jason S. Oletsky
A trial lawyer with more than two decades of experience, Jason Oletsky concentrates his practice on complex commercial litigation, with particular emphasis on private equity, M&A, bet-the-company, and shareholder litigation. Among Jason’s high-profile client base are some of the largest private equity firms both in and outside the state of Florida.
Commercial Litigation Attorney · Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL
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About Jason S. Oletsky at a Glance
Jason S. Oletsky is a business and litigation attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Akerman LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, Florida State Bar and Maryland, Maryland State Bar. Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1994). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (2026). Serves clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jason S. Oletsky
- A trial lawyer with more than two decades of experience, Jason Oletsky concentrates his practice on complex commercial litigation, with particular emphasis on private equity, M&A, bet-the-company, and shareholder litigation
- Among Jason’s high-profile client base are some of the largest private equity firms both in and outside the state of Florida
- Jason serves as outside general counsel to a number of different funds, and provides contract, employment, trade secret, non-competition, and corporate governance advice, as well as judgment collection/asset protection counsel for his clients
- He also represents a number of prominent professional athletes in business disputes
- Jason has lectured extensively on advanced judgment collection techniques in the state of Florida, has been published for proceedings supplementary in Florida and worked on the Florida Bar Committee to redraft the Florida Statute on proceedings supplementary
- He was the first litigator in Florida to be named by The Best Lawyers in America in the area of Private Funds/Private Equity law
- Jason has also been recognized as one of South Florida’s leading litigators by other industry publications, including Chambers USA, the South Florida Legal Guide, Florida Trend, and the South Florida Business Journal
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Jason S. Oletsky's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jason S. Oletsky handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Lauderdale.
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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Civil Litigation in Fort Lauderdale
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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 Jason S. Oletsky
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 Jason S. Oletsky's practice in the field of business and litigation.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida, Florida State Bar and Maryland, Maryland State Bar, Jason S. Oletsky can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and litigation, Jason S. Oletsky 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 Jason S. Oletsky 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 Jason S. Oletsky Handles in Fort Lauderdale
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