Atty. Michael S. Perse
Clients engage Michael to represent them in commercial disputes at both the trial and appellate levels. A Founding Member of Kluger Kaplan, Michael is a seasoned trial lawyer who has achieved noteworthy experience enforcing and collecting judgments and resolving insurance disputes and insurance coverage issues.
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About Michael S. Perse at a glance
Michael S. Perse is a business and litigation attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Kluger, Kaplan, Silverman, Katzen & Levine PL. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Florida (1986) and United States, U.S. District Court, Southern and Middle Districts (1987). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D, 1986) and University of Miami School of Law (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026). Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Clients engage Michael to represent them in commercial disputes at both the trial and appellate levels
- A Founding Member of Kluger Kaplan, Michael is a seasoned trial lawyer who has achieved noteworthy experience enforcing and collecting judgments and resolving insurance disputes and insurance coverage issues
- Michael begins each case by analyzing the legal issues and developing out-of-the-box strategies for tackling the case
- Michael’s in-depth understanding and knowledge of the law give him a distinct legal advantage against his competitors
- Michael believes in early dispute resolution, where appropriate, to avoid the cost of protracted litigation
- His clients appreciate his commitment to their case and his understanding of how the litigation impacts their business as a whole
- Michael regularly lectures for Lorman Education on the topics of judgment collection and enforcement
- Because of his personal interest in aviation, Michael has always naturally gravitated toward helping clients who are involved in litigation in the aviation industry or with aviation-related matters
- Away from the office, Michael is active in his local community
- He is an adult scout leader in the local Boy Scout troop of over 80 scouts
- He is also an avid fisherman and a member of the Hurricane 100 Club
- During football season, Michael can usually be found tailgating before every Canes game
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Michael S. Perse's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael S. Perse handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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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