Atty. Stephen Jay Helfman

Atty. Stephen Jay Helfman

Mr. Stephen Jay Helfman is a lawyer practicing affordable housing, community redevelopment agencies-cra, government affairs and procurement and 12 other areas of law.

Coral Gables Coral Gables 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Stephen Jay Helfman at a glance

Stephen Jay Helfman is a Founding Member based in Coral Gables, Florida, practicing at Weiss Serota Helfman Cole & Bierman, P.L.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, and government. Admitted to practice in Florida (1982). Educated at Nova University (J.D. University, 1982) and Tulane University of Louisiana (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dade County Bar Association The Florida Bar (Member, Land Use and Environmental Section) City of Miami Mayor's Economic Advisory Council. Serands clients in Coral Gables, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Stephen Jay Helfman is a lawyer practicing affordable housing, community redevelopment agencies-cra, government affairs and procurement and 12 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Stephen practices at Weiss Serota Helfman Cole & Bierman, P.L. in Coral Gables, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Jay Helfman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Jay Helfman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

Stephen Jay Helfman is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Florida →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Coral Gables 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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Common questions about Stephen Jay Helfman

Where is Stephen Jay Helfman's law office located?
Stephen Jay Helfman's law practice is located in Coral Gables, Florida. The firm is Weiss Serota Helfman Cole & Bierman, P.L.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Jay Helfman handle?
Stephen Jay Helfman focuses on real estate, zoning, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Stephen Jay Helfman practiced law?
Stephen Jay Helfman has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Stephen Jay Helfman go to law school?
Stephen Jay Helfman earned their education at (J.D. University, 1982); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact Stephen Jay Helfman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen Jay Helfman received?
Stephen Jay Helfman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. University
Nova University
- 1982
B.S.
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1982

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