Atty. Russell Lee Forkey

Atty. Russell Lee Forkey

Mr. Russell Lee Forkey is a lawyer practicing securities and commodities arbitration, business and commercial arbitration, business and commercial litigation and 8 other areas of law.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Russell Lee Forkey at a glance

Russell Lee Forkey is a Member based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Russell L. Forkey, P.A.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, securities, litigation, consumer, and adr. Admitted to practice in Florida (1972), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1973), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1976), and Trial Bar and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1984). Educated at Florida State University College of Law (J.D., 1972) and Florida State University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Broward County Bar Association The Florida Bar South Palm Beach Bar Association. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Russell Lee Forkey is a lawyer practicing securities and commodities arbitration, business and commercial arbitration, business and commercial litigation and 8 other areas of law
  • Russell received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Russell practices at Russell L. Forkey, P.A. in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Russell Lee Forkey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Russell Lee Forkey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Russell Lee Forkey is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 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 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 Russell Lee Forkey

Where is Russell Lee Forkey's law office located?
Russell Lee Forkey's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Russell L. Forkey, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Russell Lee Forkey handle?
Russell Lee Forkey focuses on business, securities, litigation, consumer, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Russell Lee Forkey practiced law?
Russell Lee Forkey has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Russell Lee Forkey go to law school?
Russell Lee Forkey earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Russell Lee Forkey for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Russell Lee Forkey received?
Russell Lee Forkey's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Florida State University College of Law
- 1972
B.A.
Florida State University
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1976
Trial Bar and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1984

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