Atty. Richard Stanley Cotler

Atty. Richard Stanley Cotler

Mr. Richard Stanley Cotler is a lawyer practicing federal and state taxation law, business law, corporation law and 2 other areas of law.

Hollywood Hollywood 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Stanley Cotler at a glance

Richard Stanley Cotler is a probate, estate planning, business, and tax attorney based in Hollywood, Florida. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Florida (1974) and U.S. Tax Court (1975). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1974) and University of Miami and University of Georgia (B.B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Hollywood, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Richard Stanley Cotler is a lawyer practicing federal and state taxation law, business law, corporation law and 2 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.B.A. degree from University of Miami and University of Georgia in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Richard practices in Hollywood, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Stanley Cotler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Stanley Cotler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Richard Stanley Cotler is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Richard Stanley Cotler is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Richard Stanley Cotler is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Hollywood 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard Stanley Cotler

Where is Richard Stanley Cotler's law office located?
Richard Stanley Cotler's law practice is located in Hollywood, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Stanley Cotler handle?
Richard Stanley Cotler focuses on probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Richard Stanley Cotler practiced law?
Richard Stanley Cotler has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Richard Stanley Cotler go to law school?
Richard Stanley Cotler earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Richard Stanley Cotler for a consultation?
You can contact Richard Stanley Cotler directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Richard Stanley Cotler received?
Richard Stanley Cotler's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami
- 1974
B.B.A.
University of Miami and University of Georgia
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1975

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