Atty. Maxwell Zaitz
Maxwell A. Zaitz is a partner in the firm’s Miami office.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Miami, FL
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About Maxwell Zaitz at a Glance
Maxwell Zaitz is a business, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane. Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 2016). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Maxwell Zaitz
- Maxwell A. Zaitz is a partner in the firm’s Miami office
- Mr. Zaitz primarily focuses his practice in the area of general civil litigation, including first party property insurance disputes
- Mr. Zaitz grew up in Scarsdale, New York before taking his considerable talents to the University of Miami, where he received his Bachelor of Sciences degree in 2013
- Unable to escape the sunny South Florida weather, Mr. Zaitz received his Juris Doctor degree from the University Of Miami School Of Law in 2016
- Prior to joining CSK, Mr. Zaitz’s practice consisted of general litigation, including family, criminal defense, as well as personal injury matters
- Mr. Zaitz is licensed to practice in all Florida State Courts, as well as the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida
Practice Areas Explained
Maxwell Zaitz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Maxwell Zaitz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Miami.
Business & Corporate Law in Miami
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Miami
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance Law in Miami
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Miami
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 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.
Miami Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Miami-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 Miami Choose Maxwell Zaitz
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 Maxwell Zaitz's practice in the field of business, litigation, and insurance.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and insurance, Maxwell Zaitz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Miami
A Miami-based practice means Maxwell Zaitz 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 Maxwell Zaitz Handles in Miami
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