Attorney · Serving Surfside, FL · 47+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Ray Ellen Yarkin at a Glance
Ray Ellen Yarkin is an attorney based in Surfside, Florida. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in Florida (inactive) (1979) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1979). Educated at Nova University (J.D., 1979) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Surfside, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from Ray Ellen Yarkin in Surfside
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About Ray Ellen Yarkin
- Ms. Ray Ellen Yarkin is a lawyer
- Ray received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Ray practices in Surfside, FL
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Surfside
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 Surfside 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.
Surfside Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Surfside-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.
Looking for additional Florida attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Surfside or all attorneys in Florida.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About Ray Ellen Yarkin
Where is Ray Ellen Yarkin's law office located?
How long has Ray Ellen Yarkin practiced law?
Where did Ray Ellen Yarkin go to law school?
How can I contact Ray Ellen Yarkin for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has Ray Ellen Yarkin received?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in Surfside Choose Ray Ellen Yarkin
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 Ray Ellen Yarkin's practice.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ray Ellen Yarkin brings 47+ 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 (inactive) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida, Ray Ellen Yarkin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Local Presence in Surfside
A Surfside-based practice means Ray Ellen Yarkin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Search Reference
How People Find Ray Ellen Yarkin Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in Surfside commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like Ray Ellen Yarkin.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with Ray Ellen Yarkin directly.
Education & Law School Background
Awards & Professional Honors
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — Ray Ellen Yarkin
No reviews yet.