Atty. Scott E. Perwin

Atty. Scott E. Perwin

Scott Perwin represents clients in antitrust matters, other commercial disputes, and bet-the-company litigation at trial and on appeal. With decades of experience, Scott has achieved successful results based on his clients’ litigation objectives and business goals.

Miami Miami 39 Years Experience 39 year
Call (305) 373-1000

Profile Summary

About Scott E. Perwin at a glance

Scott E. Perwin is a business, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Sperling Kenny Nachwalter PA. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Florida (1987). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1987) and Princeton University (M.A., 1981). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Antitrust (Miami) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Perwin represents clients in antitrust matters, other commercial disputes, and bet-the-company litigation at trial and on appeal
  • With decades of experience, Scott has achieved successful results based on his clients’ litigation objectives and business goals
  • Renowned in antitrust, Scott has been named Best Lawyers in America’s “Lawyer of the Year” for Miami six times in either Antitrust Litigation or Antitrust Law
  • Scott’s work primarily focuses on the plaintiffs’ side, helping clients recover overcharges paid as a result of price-fixing cartels or unlawful exclusion of competition
  • Scott has represented plaintiffs in a number of generic pharmaceutical exclusion cases, including many high-profile pay-for-delay cases
  • He filed an amicus brief supporting the Federal Trade Commission in the Supreme Court case of FTC v
  • Actavis
  • He is a member of the ABA’s Antitrust Section and was a founding member of the Antitrust and Trade Regulation Law Certification Committee of the Florida Bar

Practice Areas Explained

Scott E. Perwin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott E. Perwin 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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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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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 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott E. Perwin

Where is Scott E. Perwin's law office located?
Scott E. Perwin's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is Sperling Kenny Nachwalter PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott E. Perwin handle?
Scott E. Perwin focuses on business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Scott E. Perwin practiced law?
Scott E. Perwin has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Scott E. Perwin go to law school?
Scott E. Perwin earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (M.A., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Scott E. Perwin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Scott E. Perwin received?
Scott E. Perwin's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Antitrust (Miami); Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law; Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1987
M.A.
Princeton University
- 1981
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1977

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Antitrust (Miami)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Antitrust
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Antitrust Litigation, 2007-2017, 2019-2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Band 1, Antitrust, 2003-2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — ,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , 2006-2024; Appellate Practice, Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Litigation – Antitrust
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — South Florida Legal Guide
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyers, Antitrust, 2006 - present
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent™ 5.0/5.0 Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — 500 Leading Global Antitrust & Competition Lawyers,
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Antitrust Law (Miami)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Antitrust (Miami)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Antitrust (Miami)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Antitrust (Miami)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Antitrust (Miami)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Antitrust (Miami)
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1987

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