Atty. Marilyn Joyce Holifield

Atty. Marilyn Joyce Holifield

Marilyn Joyce Holifield is a lawyer practicing class action litigation and arbitration, intellectual property, labor and employment law and 7 other areas of law. Marilyn received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Miami Miami 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Marilyn Joyce Holifield at a glance

Marilyn Joyce Holifield is a Partner based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on employment, ip, class action, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1973) and Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida and U.S. District Court, Southern District (1980). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1972) and Swarthmore College (B.A. Economics, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of National and American (Member, Litigation Labor and Employment Business Law Sections) Bar Associations American Law Institute American Judicature Society. Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Marilyn Joyce Holifield is a lawyer practicing class action litigation and arbitration, intellectual property, labor and employment law and 7 other areas of law
  • Marilyn received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Marilyn practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Miami, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Marilyn Joyce Holifield's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marilyn Joyce Holifield handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 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 Marilyn Joyce Holifield's law office located?
Marilyn Joyce Holifield's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marilyn Joyce Holifield handle?
Marilyn Joyce Holifield focuses on employment, ip, class action, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Marilyn Joyce Holifield practiced law?
Marilyn Joyce Holifield has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Marilyn Joyce Holifield go to law school?
Marilyn Joyce Holifield earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A. Economics, 1969).
How can I contact Marilyn Joyce Holifield for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Marilyn Joyce Holifield received?
Marilyn Joyce Holifield's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1972
B.A. Economics
Swarthmore College
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1973
Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida and U.S. District Court, Southern District
Admitted: 1980

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