The Law Offices of Aaron Resnick, P.A.
Practice focus: Business contracts, commercial litigation, business formation
Aaron Resnick — 13× Super Lawyer, 2025 Litigator of the Year.
- Fee structure
- Flat + hourly
- Free consultation
- Paid
The contract you sign today is the case you fight tomorrow.
Top 10 Contract Lawyers in Miami
A Miami business contract is rarely just paperwork. International parties, FIRPTA considerations, dual-language contracts (English/Spanish/Portuguese), and Florida's specific statute of frauds requirements all add complexity. The right Miami contract lawyer drafts to prevent disputes — and litigates to win them when they happen.
These 10 Miami firms cover the full life cycle of a business contract: drafting and review, negotiation, breach litigation, and pre-suit demand letters.
How we picked these 10: We reviewed published verdicts and settlements, peer rankings (Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Chambers and Partners, Avvo), client review patterns, and bar association recognition. Firms that appeared consistently across independent sources made the list. We do not accept payment for placement, and we do not write sponsored reviews. More on our methodology →
Cueto Law Group
Practice focus: Business contracts, corporate, breach of contract litigation
Bilingual services. Strong international cross-border contracts.
- Fee structure
- Flat + hourly
- Free consultation
- Free initial
J. Muir & Associates
Practice focus: Commercial contracts, business law, contract disputes, IP, construction
Specialized in complex commercial litigation. Strong combined drafting + dispute practice.
- Fee structure
- Flat + hourly
- Free consultation
- Paid
Portalatin Business Law Firm
Practice focus: Contract drafting, review, negotiation, business law
Statewide Florida practice serving Miami, Orlando, Tampa. Makes contract law accessible for entrepreneurs.
- Fee structure
- Flat + hourly
- Free consultation
- Free initial
Charlip Law Group, LC
Practice focus: Business contracts, commercial litigation, business formation
David H. Charlip — one of only 101 Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyers in Miami-Dade. 40+ years of experience.
- Fee structure
- Hourly + retainer
- Free consultation
- Paid
Boyer Law Firm, P.L.
Practice focus: Business contracts, commercial agreements, international
Multi-office Florida firm. Strong international and entrepreneur-focused contracts practice.
- Fee structure
- Flat + hourly
- Free consultation
- Paid
Law Offices of Moneyede Martin, P.A.
Practice focus: Contract drafting and review, corporate counsel
Strong drafting practice with focus on clarity and elimination of ambiguity.
- Fee structure
- Flat + hourly
- Free consultation
- Free initial
Trembly Law Firm
Practice focus: Business contracts, franchise contracts, commercial
Top Miami franchise + business law firm. Strong franchise-disclosure-document practice.
- Fee structure
- Flat + hourly
- Free consultation
- Free initial
Almazan Law
Practice focus: Business contracts, real estate contracts, litigation
Multi-practice firm with strong contracts and dispute resolution bench.
- Fee structure
- Flat + hourly
- Free consultation
- Paid
Stearns Weaver MillerProfile on file
Practice focus: Major commercial contracts, M&A, banking, real estate
Miami-headquartered. Premier complex commercial contracts practice.
- Fee structure
- Hourly + retainer
- Free consultation
- Paid
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Request Free Consultation →What to expect from a Miami contract engagement
Simple contract review takes 2-5 business days. Drafting from scratch takes 1-3 weeks. Complex negotiations (M&A, software license, distribution) can take 4-12 weeks. Contract litigation in Miami-Dade Circuit Court typically runs 12-24 months.
What does a contract lawyer in Miami cost?
Miami contract review is typically billed at $300-$650/hour. Flat fees of $400-$2,000 common for standard documents. Drafting from scratch usually $2,000-$8,000+. Breach litigation hourly + retainer of $10,000-$50,000+.
Red flags to watch for when picking a contract drafting and review lawyer in Miami
The legal directory you find on Google has thousands of Miami contract drafting and review firms. Most are competent. A few are problematic. The patterns to avoid:
Guaranteed outcomes. No ethical attorney can guarantee a result. If a firm promises a specific recovery, dismissal, or visa approval, walk away.
The disappearing partner. You meet a senior partner at intake, then never speak to them again. The case is handled by an unsupervised junior or a paralegal. Ask in writing who will be your day-to-day attorney.
Pressure to sign immediately. Reputable firms give you the retainer in writing, time to read it, and the option to take it home. High-pressure intake is almost always a sign of a volume mill, not a craftsperson's practice.
No verifiable track record. The firm should be able to point to verdicts, settlements, peer rankings, or bar association recognition. "We've helped thousands of clients" is marketing copy. Specific numbers, named cases, and third-party rankings are evidence.
Vague fee terms. "Don't worry about cost" is a red flag. Every legitimate Miami lawyer will give you a written engagement letter with the fee structure, what's covered, what triggers extra charges, and what happens if you fire them.
10 questions to ask in your free consultation
Most Miami firms on this list offer a free initial consultation. Use it. Bring a list of questions and write down the answers. Compare across at least two firms before you sign.
- Who, specifically, will handle my case day-to-day? Get a name. Get an email.
- How many cases like mine have you handled in the last three years? You want a number, not a brochure line.
- What is your fee, and what does it cover? Get the answer in writing before you sign.
- What case expenses am I responsible for, and when? Out-of-pocket costs surprise people. Ask now.
- What is the realistic range of outcomes for a case like mine? A good lawyer will give you a range. A bad one will promise the high end.
- How long will it take? Honest estimate, with the assumptions stated.
- Who else might be involved? Experts? Co-counsel? Larger cases routinely involve outside experts. Know who's on the team.
- How and how often will I hear from you? Email-only? Calls? Monthly updates? Set the expectation now.
- What happens if I want to change lawyers later? Rules allow it; the fee is sorted between firms. Make sure you understand the mechanics.
- What's the worst-case outcome for my case? A lawyer who refuses to discuss downside risk is selling you something.
What's specific about a contract drafting and review case in Miami
Miami is its own market. The procedure, the courts, and the strategy are city- and state-specific in ways that matter to your outcome.
Local courthouses matter. Miami-Dade County Circuit Court and the Southern District of Florida have judges, calendars, and procedures that shape how cases move. A firm that knows the local courthouse has an advantage.
Filing deadlines are strict. Notice of Claim windows for cases against the City or County, Statute of Limitations periods, and pre-suit certification requirements vary by case type and are unforgiving. A missed deadline often means a lost case — full stop.
Local procedure rules matter. Each court has its own forms, motion practice, and judge preferences. The right Miami firm will know not just the law, but the unwritten rules of the courthouse you'll be in.
Local plaintiffs/defendants do well in front of local juries. Verdict patterns vary by venue, and a trial-capable firm uses venue strategically.
Frequently asked questions
Do I really need a lawyer to review a contract?
For high-stakes contracts (employment with stock, partnership, M&A, anything with personal guarantees) — yes. For common, straightforward agreements with low-dollar exposure, a well-drafted template is often enough.
Can I sue for breach of contract in Florida?
Yes. Florida statute of limitations: written contracts 5 years, oral 4 years. Florida now has shortened statute (post-2023) for some contract claims.
What's an indemnification clause and why does it matter?
An indemnification clause shifts risk: one party agrees to pay the other's losses. Florida has specific rules on indemnity in construction (Fla. Stat. § 725.06).
Are non-competes enforceable in Florida?
Yes — Florida Statutes § 542.335 enforces reasonable non-competes. Florida courts can rewrite overbroad non-competes (blue-pencil approach).
What about contracts in Spanish or Portuguese?
Miami contracts often have parties whose primary language is not English. Florida doesn't require English contracts but consistency between language versions is critical. Many Miami firms have native bilingual lawyers.
Related reading
One last thing. Choosing a lawyer is personal. Read the reviews. Call two or three firms before you sign. Ask each one: How many cases like mine have you taken to verdict in the last three years? The answer tells you everything. — The LawFirmSquare team