Atty. Scott Wasserman

Atty. Scott Wasserman

Scott Wasserman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Scott, who practices law in Miami, Florida, has been recognized since 2020.

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Profile Summary

About Scott Wasserman at a glance

Scott Wasserman is a business and m&a attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Akerman LLP. Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Scott Wasserman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Scott, who practices law in Miami, Florida, has been recognized since 2020
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Scott is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Wasserman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Wasserman 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.

Scott Wasserman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Scott Wasserman is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 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 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 Scott Wasserman

Where is Scott Wasserman's law office located?
Scott Wasserman's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is Akerman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Wasserman handle?
Scott Wasserman focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Scott Wasserman go to law school?
Scott Wasserman earned their education at (J.D., 1993).
How can I contact Scott Wasserman for a consultation?
You can contact Scott Wasserman 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 Scott Wasserman received?
Scott Wasserman's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1993

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law
- 2026

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