Atty. Michael W. Simon
Michael W. Simon is a shareholder with The Simon Law Firm whose practice brings together deep real estate knowledge, business strategy, and courtroom experience.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Boca Raton, FL · 38+ Years Experience
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About Michael W. Simon at a Glance
Michael W. Simon is a Managing Partner based in Boca Raton, Florida, practicing at The Simon Law Firm. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (1988), Ohio (1989), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1989). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1988) and The Ohio State University (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Palm Beach County and South Palm Beach County. Serves clients in Boca Raton, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael W. Simon
- Michael W. Simon is a shareholder with The Simon Law Firm whose practice brings together deep real estate knowledge, business strategy, and courtroom experience
- He advises clients on commercial and residential transactions, including drafting and negotiating agreements, resolving title and lien issues, acquiring land, and supporting development projects that may involve construction, environmental concerns, covenants, and significant lending and financing
- When disputes arise, Mr. Simon litigates in state and federal courts, bankruptcy proceedings, administrative hearings, appellate matters, and arbitration, acting as lead counsel in cases ranging from contract and construction conflicts to creditor’s rights, intellectual property, and tort claims
- A substantial and highly confidential part of his work is dedicated to representing professional athletes and sports and entertainment figures, where discretion and precision matter as much as results
- Mr. Simon is admitted to practice in Florida and Ohio and before the U.S
- District Court for the Southern District of Florida
- He is AV Preeminent rated by Martindale-Hubbell, has been recognized by Super Lawyers, and has earned community service honors for his pro bono work
- He previously chaired a Florida Bar Grievance Committee and later served on professionalism-focused bar leadership, underscoring the ethical standards that guide his practice
- He earned his B.A. from The Ohio State University and his J.D. from Case Western Reserve University and has taught as an adjunct professor in real estate law
Practice Areas Explained
Michael W. Simon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael W. Simon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boca Raton.
Business & Corporate Law in Boca Raton
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael W. Simon is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Real Estate Law in Boca Raton
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael W. Simon is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →
Civil Litigation in Boca Raton
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael W. Simon is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boca Raton
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 Boca Raton 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.
Boca Raton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boca Raton-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 Boca Raton Choose Michael W. Simon
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 W. Simon's practice in the field of business, real estate, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael W. Simon brings 38+ 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 Florida, Ohio, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida, Michael W. Simon can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and litigation, Michael W. Simon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boca Raton
A Boca Raton-based practice means Michael W. Simon 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 Michael W. Simon Handles in Boca Raton
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