Atty. Richard Bennett
Mr. Richard Bennett is a lawyer practicing class actions, real estate, property taxation and 6 other areas of law.
Class Actions & More Attorney · Serving Coral Gables, FL · 54+ Years Experience
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About Richard Bennett at a Glance
Richard Bennett is a Partner based in Coral Gables, Florida, practicing at Bennett & Bennett. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Fl (1972). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1972) and Florida State University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar American Bar Association. Serves clients in Coral Gables, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard Bennett
- Mr. Richard Bennett is a lawyer practicing class actions, real estate, property taxation and 6 other areas of law
- Richard received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Richard practices at Bennett & Bennett in Coral Gables, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Richard Bennett's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Bennett handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Coral Gables.
Trusts in Coral Gables
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Probate in Coral Gables
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Business & Corporate Law in Coral Gables
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Real Estate Law in Coral Gables
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Tax Law in Coral Gables
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Coral Gables
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 Coral Gables 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.
Coral Gables Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Coral Gables-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 Coral Gables Choose Richard Bennett
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 Richard Bennett's practice in the field of trusts, probate, business, real estate, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard Bennett brings 54+ 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 trusts, probate, and business, Richard Bennett can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Coral Gables
A Coral Gables-based practice means Richard Bennett 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 Richard Bennett Handles in Coral Gables
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Richard Bennett 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.
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