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The Best Lawyers in South Florida

Our 2022 Best Lawyers in South Florida publication features top-ranked legal talent in Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Miami and West Palm Beach.

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November 5, 2021 06:00 AM

The 2022 Best Lawyers in South Florida publication includes top-ranked legal talent in The Best Lawyers in America^® as well as the second edition listings of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Miami and West Palm Beach.

In this issue, we feature powerhouse trial lawyer and Best Lawyers^® listee Steve Yerrid. Beyond his courtroom prowess in representing those who have suffered from medical malpractice and personal injury, Steve Yerrid and his firm The Yerrid Law Firm give back to the community through The Yerrid Foundation. The non-profit organization, which is self-funded by Yerrid, has for decades focused on giving back to the Tampa area with charitable donations to help children, patrol officers, the homeless community and pediatric cancer patients to name a few. Steve Yerrid is proud of the work he and his firm do in and out of the courtroom fighting for the people of Tampa.

This issue also features:

A spotlight on 2022 Miami Admiralty and Maritime Law "Lawyer of the Year" Jerry Hamilton
A look back at three ongoing court cases in South Florida
Listings of all lawyers from Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Miami and West Palm Beach listed in The Best Lawyers in America^® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America

Read the full issue:

Lawyers in Columbus, Ohio

Christopher L. Miller

Taft

Recognized since 2020

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Energy Regulatory Law

Christopher L. Miller

Christopher L. Miller is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Energy Regulatory Law. Christopher L., who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christopher L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Christopher L. Miller

Brett A. Miller

Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP

Recognized since 2025

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Litigation - Construction

Brett A. Miller

Brett A. Miller joined Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP in 2021 as Of Counsel and is a member of the firm’s Litigation Practice Group. He primarily represents clients in the areas of complex business litigation and family law matters, including dissolution, divorce, and post-decree issues. For over 20 years, Brett has gained extensive experience as a trial attorney throughout many of Ohio’s 88 counties and U.S. federal district courts. In addition to his primary areas, Brett has e...

Brett A. Miller

Lloyd Pierre-Louis

Dickinson Wright PLLC

Recognized since 2021

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Administrative / Regulatory Law

Cannabis Law

Government Relations Practice

Lloyd Pierre-Louis

Lloyd Pierre-Louis is a member of Dickinson Wright’s Cannabis Practice Group. His practice focuses on government affairs and administrative law, and particularly the legal cannabis and hemp industries. He represents clients providing the industry with equity and debt capital, equipment, devices, and other services. He also assists entities and individuals through every aspect of licensure, business operation, regulatory compliance, employment, and transactions with related businesses. L...

Lloyd Pierre-Louis
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Tracy A. Younkin

Grossman Law Offices

Recognized since 2019

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Family Law

Tracy A. Younkin

Tracy A. Younkin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Tracy A., who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Tracy A. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Tracy A. Younkin

Sarah M. Benoit

Taft

Recognized since 2024

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Sarah M. Benoit

Sarah M. Benoit is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Sarah M., who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sarah M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Sarah M. Benoit

Jonathan R. Secrest

Dickinson Wright PLLC

Recognized since 2021

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Jonathan R. Secrest

Mr. Secrest has extensive experience representing clients in civil litigation matters involving non-compete issues, product liability, business disputes, real estate, and employment law matters, among others. His experience includes representing clients at trial, before appellate courts, and before state and federal agencies. He regularly represents food manufacturers in defense of food product liability claims and counsels clients in the food industry related to state and federal regulations...

Jonathan R. Secrest
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Bryan J. Venesy

Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Recognized since 2016

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Leisure and Hospitality Law

Real Estate Law

Bryan J. Venesy

Bryan Venesy guides clients through real estate deals with a focus on generating positive, tangible community development and client ROI. He negotiates and closes complex transactions, including real estate development, real estate finance, equity investments, affordable housing tax credits, community development, partnerships, joint ventures, leasing and general business matters. Bryan serves on the Real Estate department’s executive committee, and is co-chair of the firm’s Low-I...

Bryan J. Venesy

Barry H. Wolinetz

Wolinetz, Horvath & Brown LLC

Recognized since 2021

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Family Law

Barry H. Wolinetz

Barry H. Wolinetz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Barry H., who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Barry H. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Barry H. Wolinetz

Douglas M. Oldham

Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Recognized since 2023

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Employment Law - Management

Douglas M. Oldham

Doug Oldham advises employers of all sizes on a broad range of fair employment and wage and hour policies and practices to avoid disputes with employees. When those disputes are inevitable, Doug represents employers in employment discrimination and wage and hour litigation in courts across the country. Since joining the firm more than a decade ago, Doug has accumulated significant labor and employment litigation experience. Doug is actively involved in briefing motions for summary judgment, m...

Douglas M. Oldham

Thomas J. Riley

Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP

Recognized since 1995

Columbus, OH

Practice Areas

Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)

Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Thomas J. Riley

Thomas J. Riley focuses his practice on business and corporate law as well as wealth transfer planning. He counsels small to midsize closely held manufacturing and distribution enterprises and professional practices on matters including tax planning, contract negotiations, and mergers and acquisitions. T.J. has experience handling multi-employee union plans, master and prototype plans for sponsoring organizations, and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). He also advises owners on successio...

Thomas J. Riley
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Florida Rewrites the Rules on Housing

by Laurie Villanueva

Whether locals like it or not.

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The Redistricting Fight Over Florida’s District 16

by Bryan Driscoll

And what comes next.

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Florida’s CHOICE Act

by Dallas F. Dorosy and Michael J. Gore

Drastic Changes in Noncompete Agreements

Floridian pondering the newly passed non-compete agreement

As Fla. Pushes to Repeal Controversial 'Free Kill' Law, DeSantis Signals Veto

by Bryan Driscoll

The fight to transform state accountability standards may be in trouble

"Lawyer of the Year"

Kevin M. Levy

Technology Law

Miami, FL

2025

History Eraser

by Gregory Sirico

Penguin Random House and several other major book publishing houses filed litigation against Florida education leaders who recently passed a book ban law.

One of the Greatest Ever...

by Justin Smulison

Steve Yerrid, a top catastrophic injury lawyer, has secured over 300 verdicts of $1M+ and has been recognized as "Lawyer of the Year" multiple times in Tampa.

"Lawyer of the Year"

Mindi M. Richter

Tampa, FL

2025

Tampa Appeals Court ‘Sends Clear Message,” Ensuring School Tax Referendum Stays on Ballot

by Gregory Sirico

Hillsborough County's tax referendum is back on the 2024 ballot, promising $177 million for schools and empowering residents to decide the future of education.

Graduation cap in air surrounded by pencils and money

IN PARTNERSHIP

Coffey Burlington: A Legacy of Legal Excellence

by John Fields

In complex practice areas, such as business litigation and white-collar defense, Miami-based firm Coffey Burlington continues to set a standard of excellence.

Group of lawyers pose for law firm picture

IN PARTNERSHIP

Protecting and Fighting for Florida’s Future

by Justin Smulison

Trial lawyer and Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” multiple times, Steve Yerrid discusses how his courtroom results have improved safety and life in Florida.

"Lawyer of the Year"

Jeffrey A. Weissman

Family Law

Fort Lauderdale, FL

2024

South Florida’s New Affordable Housing Law

by Gregory Sirico

Best Lawyers weighs in on the recently enacted Live Local Act, which aims to shrink financial gaps and provide affordable housing availability in South Florida.

Animated figures in an office, gym and apartment

A Brilliant Career as a Champion for Justice

by Justin Smulison

Hall of Fame trial lawyer Steve Yerrid discusses how results in the courtroom can provide tremendous opportunities to improve the lives of our fellow citizens.

Lawyer smiles and poses for a picture in a blue suit

Tampa Hospital Suffers Recent Data Breach

by Gregory Sirico

Tampa General Hospital, a non-profit research based medical center, suffered a sizeable data breach that put 1.2 million patients' information at risk.

Laptop reading hacked with translucent medical model in foreground

"Lawyer of the Year"

Amy L. Drushal

Financial Services Regulation Law

Tampa, FL

2024

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