Atty. Peter Weinstein
Peter David Weinstein is a Partner in the firm’s Fort Lauderdale West office. His primary areas of practice include general civil litigation, premises liability, toxic tort, products liability, vehicular related negligence claims, negligent security, mass tort litigation, wrongful death, condominium & community associations, insurance coverage, carrier representation, trucking, construction and professional malpractice.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Plantation, FL · 35+ Years Experience
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About Peter Weinstein at a Glance
Peter Weinstein is a Partner based in Plantation, Florida, practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, zoning, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Florida (1991). Educated at Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law J.D. (—) and The University of Florida B.A. Political Science (—). Active member of Associations •The Florida Bar Association. Serves clients in Plantation, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Weinstein
- Peter David Weinstein is a Partner in the firm’s Fort Lauderdale West office
- His primary areas of practice include general civil litigation, premises liability, toxic tort, products liability, vehicular related negligence claims, negligent security, mass tort litigation, wrongful death, condominium & community associations, insurance coverage, carrier representation, trucking, construction and professional malpractice
- Mr. Weinstein has vast experience defending complex claims
- He received his undergraduate degree at The University of Florida (B.A. 1988) and his Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University (1991)
- Awards & Recognitions The Best Lawyers in America , Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants, recognized since 2026
Practice Areas Explained
Peter Weinstein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Weinstein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Plantation.
Medical Malpractice in Plantation
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Peter Weinstein is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Florida →
Personal Injury in Plantation
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.
Peter Weinstein is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
Business & Corporate Law in Plantation
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Peter Weinstein is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Land Use & Zoning in Plantation
Peter Weinstein is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Florida →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Plantation
Peter Weinstein is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Plantation
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 Plantation 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.
Plantation Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Plantation-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 Plantation Choose Peter Weinstein
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 Peter Weinstein's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, business, zoning, and slip & fall.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Weinstein brings 35+ 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 medical malpractice, personal injury, and business, Peter Weinstein can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Plantation
A Plantation-based practice means Peter Weinstein 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 Peter Weinstein Handles in Plantation
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Peter Weinstein has experience with under Florida law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Peter Weinstein directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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