Atty. Scott E. Perwin

Atty. Scott E. Perwin

Born in Coral Gables, Florida, Scott E. Perwin, earned his B.A. from Harvard College, his M.A. from Princeton University, and his J.D. from Stanford University.

Miami Miami 39 Years Experience 39 year
Call (305) 520-7537

Profile Summary

About Scott E. Perwin at a glance

Scott E. Perwin is a Shareholder based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Sperling Kenny Nachwalter, LLC. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1987), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1988), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1989), and U.S. Supreme Court (1990). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1987) and Harvard College (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Born in Coral Gables, Florida, Scott E. Perwin, earned his B.A. from Harvard College, his M.A. from Princeton University, and his J.D. from Stanford University
  • At Stanford, he was a member of the Order of the Coif, the national legal society that recognizes outstanding academic achievement
  • He is admitted to the bar in Florida
  • the U.S
  • District Court, Southern and Middle Districts of Florida
  • the U.S
  • Courts of Appeals for the Seventh, Ninth and Eleventh Circuits
  • and the U.S
  • Supreme Court
  • Scott authored “Use of Depositions in Federal Trials: Evidence or Procedure?” and co-authored, “Standing of Indirect Purchasers Under the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act,” Florida Bar Journal
  • Scott is a member of the Dade County and American Bar associations, the Florida Bar, and the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers
  • He is also 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, LLC. 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); (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: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1987
B.A.
Harvard College
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2000

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