Atty. Robert E Ferris, Jr.
Mr. Robert E Ferris, Jr. is a lawyer practicing construction, private wealth services, trusts and 2 other areas of law.
Construction & More Attorney · Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL · 57+ Years Experience
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About Robert E Ferris, Jr. at a Glance
Robert E Ferris, Jr. is a trusts, estate planning, litigation, and adr attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Fl (1969). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1966) and Emory University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Broward County and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar (Member, Sections on: Trial Lawyers Real Property and Trust Law) Broward County Trial Lawyers Association American Justice Association Florida Justice Association. Serves clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert E Ferris, Jr.
- Mr. Robert E Ferris, Jr. is a lawyer practicing construction, private wealth services, trusts and 2 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
- Robert practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Robert E Ferris, Jr.'s Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert E Ferris, Jr. handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Lauderdale.
Trusts in Fort Lauderdale
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Estate Planning & Probate in Fort Lauderdale
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Robert E Ferris, Jr. is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →
Civil Litigation in Fort Lauderdale
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert E Ferris, Jr. is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →
Mediation & Arbitration in Fort Lauderdale
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Robert E Ferris, Jr. is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fort Lauderdale
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 Fort Lauderdale 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.
Fort Lauderdale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fort Lauderdale-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 Fort Lauderdale Choose Robert E Ferris, Jr.
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 Robert E Ferris, Jr.'s practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert E Ferris, Jr. brings 57+ 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, estate planning, and litigation, Robert E Ferris, Jr. can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fort Lauderdale
A Fort Lauderdale-based practice means Robert E Ferris, Jr. 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 Robert E Ferris, Jr. Handles in Fort Lauderdale
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