Atty. Richard C. Milstein
Richard C. Milstein concentrates his practice on complex, not so complex, and high conflict trust, probate, estate, and guardianship litigation and administration, and family law matters.
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Richard C. Milstein is a trusts, family law, and elder law attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Akerman LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar. Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1974). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Elder Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026). Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Richard C. Milstein concentrates his practice on complex, not so complex, and high conflict trust, probate, estate, and guardianship litigation and administration, and family law matters
- With Richard’s over four decades of experience in these areas, he ably assists clients and members of families, whether related or not, with resolution of their issues in a caring and sensitive manner
- In addition to litigation and administration services, Richard provides life and estate planning advice to moderate and high net worth individuals and families concentrating his practice on innovative planning solutions for alternative families and same sex couples
- One other area of special interest is his representation of the vulnerable in our community – children, the elderly, and those who are marginalized
- Richard is Certified Mediator by the Florida Bar Board of Certification
- Richard is a past president of the Dade County Bar and the current chair of the Probate Committee and has served on the Board of the Dade County Bar for multiple years
- Throughout his career he has been involved in numerous other organizations on a national, state, and local level, including the American Bar Association on the House of Delegates and more recently on the Commission on Law and Aging
- the Florida Bar as the chair of the Council of Sections, on the Real Property and Probate Section (having served on many committees and leadership roles) and the Elder Law Section (past chair and legislative chair for many years)
- He is a fellow of the American College and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) and been a representative on three national think tanks dealing with the issues of guardianship and the development of legislation and protocols in various states
- Richard is a frequent lecturer on the issues in which he practices and on ethics and professionalism and is sought after to speak in all geographic areas
- A renowned champion for equal justice and pro bono legal services, Richard is the 2019 recipient of The Florida Bar Foundation’s Medal of Honor
- Other honors include the Dade County Bar Association’s Legacy Award, the Tobias Simon Pro Bono Services Award presented by the Florida Supreme Court, as well as other national and state recognitions
- In his honor, The Dade County Bar Association established an award designated the “Richard C. Milstein Award of Excellence.”
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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 andnue, 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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