Atty. Jerry J. Sokol

Atty. Jerry J. Sokol

Jerry Sokol is a Partner at the international law firm of McDermott Will & Emery, where he is based in the firm’s Miami Office. Jerry is a corporate lawyer who specializes in healthcare transactions and all facets of healthcare regulations.

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About Jerry J. Sokol at a glance

Jerry J. Sokol is a health care attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at McDermott Will & Schulte. Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1991) and The University of Texas (—, 1988). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026). Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Jerry Sokol is a Partner at the international law firm of McDermott Will & Emery, where he is based in the firm’s Miami Office
  • Jerry is a corporate lawyer who specializes in healthcare transactions and all facets of healthcare regulations
  • He is a Board Certified expert in healthcare law
  • He is also the Managing Partner of the firm’s Miami office
  • In addition to general healthcare clients, Jerry has developed a niche representing Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC) and Ambulatory Surgery Center Management Companies with all of their transactional and regulatory needs
  • He is generally regarded at as one of the top ASC attorneys in the country
  • Jerry has an active healthcare private equity practice with a focus on healthcare services company transactions
  • Jerry and his team are uniquely qualified to perform the corporate legal work associated with the acquisition and finance components of these transactions, as well as the required health care specific due diligence and regulatory work related to target companies
  • Jerry has a team that represents healthcare clients defending against governmental investigations, including whistle blower/qui tam cases
  • This team consists of many former Assistants U.S
  • Attorneys who worked in healthcare fraud, as well as attorneys with substantial technical healthcare regulatory expertise
  • McDermott is well positioned to handle these “bet the company” representations at the highest level
  • Jerry is ranked in Chambers USA and listed in the Best Lawyers in America
  • Jerry is also listed in the Nightingale’s Healthcare News’ Outstanding Healthcare Transaction Lawyers list
  • He has authored numerous articles on a variety of heath care topics and lectures extensively around the country on health care transactional and regulatory topics
  • In addition to practicing law, Jerry is actively involved in numerous charitable organizations
  • He is currently on the board of the Miami Beach Jewish Community Center and spearheaded the effort to raise the funds to build a brand new state of the art JCC facility on Miami Beach

Practice Areas Explained

Jerry J. Sokol's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jerry J. Sokol handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 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

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Where is Jerry J. Sokol's law office located?
Jerry J. Sokol's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is McDermott Will & Schulte. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jerry J. Sokol handle?
Jerry J. Sokol focuses on health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Jerry J. Sokol go to law school?
Jerry J. Sokol earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (—, 1988); (—, 1988).
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What awards or recognition has Jerry J. Sokol received?
Jerry J. Sokol's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1991
The University of Texas
- 1988
The University of Texas
- 1988

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
- 2026

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