Atty. Michael D. Leader

Atty. Michael D. Leader

Recipient, Goodwin Scholar. Former Assistant State Attorney.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 26 J. Erfahrung 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael D. Leader at a glance

Michael D. Leader is a Managing Partner based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Leader, Leader & Zucker, PLLC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, contracts, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Fl (2000) and Colorado (2026). Educated at Nova Southeastern University (J.D., 2000) and University of Florida (B.S.B.A., 1997). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar (Member, Criminal Law Section) Broward County Bar Association, Board of Directors American Bar Associations The Broward County Jewish Bar Association (Former President, Bnai Brith Justice Unit) The Stepher R and Booher American Inn of Court The Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Über uns

  • Recipient, Goodwin Scholar
  • Former Assistant State Attorney
  • Former Essen & Essen Attorney
  • Former President , B'nai Brith Justice Unit
  • Listed, Florida Trend Magazine as a LEGAL ELITE in Florida 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
  • Super Lawyers list of top 2.5% of Attorneys
  • Top 40 Lawyers under 40
  • 10 Best Attorneys Florida-Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
  • The American Society of Legal Advocates
  • 10 Best DUI/DWI Attorneys Florida, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
  • Nations Top Attorneys, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
  • The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Attorneys
  • JOSEPH F. CARTER PROFESSIONALISM AWARD-Broward County Bar Association
  • Top100 DUI Defense Lawyer, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
  • National College for DUI Defense
  • 10.0 Perfect Rating AVVO.com

Practice Areas Explained

Michael D. Leader's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Car Accidents

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Drug Crimes

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Contracts

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Personal Injury

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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 Michael D. Leader

Where is Michael D. Leader's law office located?
Michael D. Leader's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Leader, Leader & Zucker, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael D. Leader handle?
Michael D. Leader focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, contracts, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Michael D. Leader practiced law?
Michael D. Leader has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Michael D. Leader go to law school?
Michael D. Leader earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.S.B.A., 1997).
How can I contact Michael D. Leader for a consultation?
You can contact Michael D. Leader 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 Michael D. Leader received?
Michael D. Leader's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation Criminal Law DUI/DWI Accident Insurance Assault And Battery Automobile Insurance Automobile Insurance Coverage Automobile Liability Breach of Contract Bribery Burglary Capital Offenses Casualty Insurance Casualty Insurance Subrogation Civil Drug Forfeiture Civil Forfeiture Civil Litigation Commercial Contracts Commercial Crimes Commercial Fraud Commercial Insurance Commercial Property Insurance Commercial Torts Complex Commercial Litigation Complex Litigation Contract Litigation Controlled Substances Law Crime Victims Compensation Criminal Antitrust Criminal Conspiracy Criminal Defense Criminal Forfeiture Criminal Fraud Criminal Investigation Criminal Prosecution Death Penalty Defense Litigation Disability Insurance Drivers License Suspension Driving While Intoxicated Drug Crimes Drug Forfeiture Drug Trafficking Drugs And Narcotics Embezzlement Expungements Extortion Extradition Federal Civil Litigation Federal Criminal Law Felonies Fire Insurance Fire Loss First And Third Party Insurance First Party Insurance Forgery General Liability Hit And Run Homicide Insurance Administration Insurance Bad Faith Insurance Collection Insurance Contracts Insurance Coverage Insurance Fraud Insurance Investigations Insurance Litigation Insurance Mediation Juvenile Criminal Law Juvenile Delinquency Life and Health Insurance Life Insurance Litigation Mail Fraud Manslaughter Misdemeanors Money Laundering Murder No Fault Automobile Insurance Parole and Probation Personal Injury Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Property Damage Property Insurance Property Insurance Coverage Property Loss Search And Seizure Sex Crimes Sexual Assault Shoplifting Stalking Theft Trial Practice Unfair Insurance Practices Uninsured And Underinsured Motorists Vehicular Homicide Victims Rights Weapons Charges White Collar Crime White Collar Criminal Defense White Collar Fraud, Wire Fraud Wiretapping

Education

J.D.
Nova Southeastern University
- 2000
B.S.B.A.
University of Florida
- 1997

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Fl
Admitted: 2000
Colorado
Admitted: 2026

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