Atty. Michael Winkleman
Michael A. Winkleman is an active trial and appellate attorney at Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A.
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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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- 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
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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 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Michael Winkleman is one of 10,607 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Florida →
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 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.
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