Atty. Michael Schiffrin
Mr. Michael Schiffrin is a lawyer practicing litigation, business law, commercial litigation and 10 other areas of law.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Coral Gables, FL · 54+ Years Experience
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About Michael Schiffrin at a Glance
Michael Schiffrin is a Partner based in Coral Gables, Florida, practicing at St. Denis & Davey, P.A.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, business, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in New York (1972), Florida (1974), Florida (1974), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (2019). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1972) and Hofstra University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Miami Beach Bar Association (Secretary, 1979 Treasurer, 1980 First Vice President, 1982 President, 1984-1985) The Florida Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America The Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers. Serves clients in Coral Gables, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Schiffrin
- Mr. Michael Schiffrin is a lawyer practicing litigation, business law, commercial litigation and 10 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Hofstra University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Michael practices at St. Denis & Davey, P.A. in Coral Gables, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Schiffrin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Schiffrin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Coral Gables.
Contracts in Coral Gables
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Employment Law in Coral Gables
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael Schiffrin is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →
Business & Corporate Law in Coral Gables
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael Schiffrin is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Intellectual Property in Coral Gables
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Michael Schiffrin is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Florida →
Trade Secrets in Coral Gables
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Coral Gables
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 Coral Gables 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.
Coral Gables Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Coral Gables-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 Coral Gables Choose Michael Schiffrin
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 Michael Schiffrin's practice in the field of contracts, employment, business, ip, and trade secrets.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Schiffrin brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, Florida, and Florida, Michael Schiffrin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, employment, and business, Michael Schiffrin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Coral Gables
A Coral Gables-based practice means Michael Schiffrin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Schiffrin Handles in Coral Gables
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