Atty. Michael Winkleman
Michael A. Winkleman is an active trial and appellate attorney at Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A.
Admiralty and Maritime Law & More Attorney · Serving Miami, FL · 19+ Years Experience
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About Michael Winkleman at a Glance
Michael Winkleman is a personal injury and maritime attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman PA. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Admitted to practice in Florida (2007). Educated at University of St. Thomas School of Law (JD, 2006). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Winkleman
- Michael A. Winkleman is an active trial and appellate attorney at Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A
- Mr. Winkleman has been featured on dozens of national television segments due to his expertise in maritime and cruise ship law related matters
- This includes appearances on the Today Show, 20/20, Inside Edition, Fox News and many more
- Mr. Winkleman has also won several awards including ‘Top 20 under 40 Professional’ by Brickell Magazine, “Superlawyer” for numerous years, and one of the Top Attorneys Under 40 selected by Florida Trend Magazine
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Winkleman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Winkleman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Miami.
Personal Injury in Miami
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Michael Winkleman is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
Maritime & Admiralty Law in Miami
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Michael Winkleman is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Florida →
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 Michael Winkleman
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 Winkleman's practice in the field of personal injury and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Winkleman brings 19+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and maritime, Michael Winkleman 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 Michael Winkleman 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 Winkleman Handles in Miami
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