Bruce I. March

Bruce I. March, Business Attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Shareholder; Co-Chair, Global Corporate & Securities PracticeatGreenberg Traurig, LLP

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practicing business in Fort Lauderdale since 1988.

38+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
2
Bar admissions

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Bruce I. March is a shareholder; co-chair, global corporate & securities practice based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Bruce has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Experience
over 38 years
Known for
Business · Employment · General
  • Handles Business, Employment, and General matters from Fort Lauderdale, FL.
  • Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Bruce I. March: Bruce I. March is a shareholder; co-chair, global corporate & securities practice based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Bruce has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Bruce I. March

Bruce concentrates on business, employment, general, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bruce handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Bruce takes business matters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bruce agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Bruce takes employment matters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bruce agrees to represent you.

General cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Bruce takes general matters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bruce agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Bruce takes m&a matters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bruce agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Bruce I. March — Over 38 years of Florida business experience

Bruce I. March is a shareholder; co-chair, global corporate & securities practice based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Bruce has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Bruce I. March is Co-Chair of the firm’s Global Corporate Practice. Bruce focuses his practice on representing private equity funds, family offices and other financial sponsors in all aspects of their investment activity, including leveraged buyouts, recapitalizations, corporate restructurings, growth equity investments and start-up financings.

He regularly counsels both public and private companies, including entrepreneurial family-owned businesses and portfolio companies of financial sponsors in all aspects of their businesses, including add-on acquisitions, financing transactions, joint ventures and general corporate and corporate governance matters. His clients operate businesses across various industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, consumer products, business services and media, entertainment and technology, among others.

Concentrations

•Private equity and venture capital transactions
•Mergers and acquisitions, buyouts and recapitalizations
•Strategic transactions, including carve-outs, joint ventures and SPAC business combinations
•Distressed investments and restructurings
•Corporate governance and compliance programs
•Development and implementation of strategic business, financial and transactional plans

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America,
•Mergers & Acquisitions Law, 2011-2026
•Corporate Law, 2011-2026
•Listed, Acritas Stars Independently Rated Lawyers, “Star Lawyers,” 2018-2021
•Listed, Chambers USA Guide, 2007-2025
•Listed, IFLR1000, 'Highly Regarded,' Private Equity / M&A, 2020-2025
•Listed, The Legal 500 United States, M&A/Corporate and Commercial: M&A - Large Deals ($1bn+), 2018, 2020, and 2025
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Florida Super Lawyers, 2011-2018, 2021-2025
•Listed, South Florida Legal Guide, 'Top Lawyer,' 2004, 2005, 2009-2016, 2020-2021
•Selected, Fort Lauderdale Illustrated, 'Top Lawyers,' 2020-2023
•Mergers and Acquisitions Law, 2020-2023
•Corporate Law, 2020-2021
•Finalist, Daily Business Review, 'Top Dealmaker of the Year - Corporate International Category,' 2016
•Member, Winning Team, ACG New York Champion’s Awards, Deal of the Year (over $500mm); Cross-border Transaction of the Year (over $250mm) for $1.8 billion Acquisition of MacDermid, Inc. by Platform Acquisition Holdings Limited, 2014
•Member, Winning Team, 'M&A Deal of the Year (Over $1 Billion to $5 Billion)' for Platform Specialty Products Corporation (f/k/a Platform Acquisition Holdings Limited) acquisition of MacDermid, Incorporated and related entities, The M&A Advisor’s 6th Annual International M&A Awards, 2014
•Finalist, Daily Business Review, 'Top Dealmaker of the Year - Corporate International Category,' 2013
•Member, Winning Team, 'Consumer and Retail Products Deal of the Year (over $200mm)' for Merger of Burger King and Justice Holdings Ltd., ACG New York Champion’s Award, 2013
•Team Member, Corporate Board Member magazine and FTI Consulting Inc., one of 'America’s Best Corporate Law Firms,' 13th Annual Legal Industry Study, 2013
•Member, Winning Team, 'Middle-Market Deal of the Year,' Corporate/Strategic Acquisition of the Year and Professional Services, ACG New York Champions Awards, 2012
•Selected, Daily Business Review, 'Top Dealmakers of the Year Finalist,' International Corporate (M&A) Category, 2011
•Member, Winning Deal Team, 'Distressed M&A Deal of the Year (Over $100mm),' The M&A Advisor Turnaround Awards, 2011
•Team Member, Corporate Board Member magazine and FTI Consulting Inc., No.1 corporate law firm in Miami as selected by corporate directors, in the annual 'Legal Industry Research Study,' (ninth year), 2002-2009, 2011 (2010 study did not include rankings by city)
•Selected, Daily Business Review, Top Dealmakers of the Year - International Corporate (M&A) Category, 2010
•Selected, Daily Business Review, Top Dealmakers of the Year Finalist - Corporate Finance Category, 2009
•Selected, South Florida Business Leader magazine, The Leaders of South Florida Business, The Power Issue, 2009
•Recipient, South Florida Business Journal, Key Partners, Legal-Business Category, Award Winner, 2008
•Selected, Daily Business Review, Top Dealmakers of the Year - Domestic Corporate Category, 2008
•Selected, Daily Business Review, Top Dealmakers of the Year Finalist - Domestic Corporate Category, 2007

How Bruce handles business matters

Bruce I. March is Co-Chair of the firm’s Global Corporate Practice. Bruce focuses his practice on representing private equity funds, family offices and other financial sponsors in all aspects of their investment activity, including leveraged buyouts, recapitalizations, corporate restructurings, growth equity investments and start-up financings. He regularly counsels both public and private…

The kind of cases Bruce takes

Bruce reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and general matters in Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Bruce I. March's legal education and bar admissions

  • New York University School of Law

    J.D. · 1987

  • Brandeis University

    B.A. Economics · 1984

Jurisdictions

Bruce's state bar admissions

  • Florida

    1993 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1988 · ACTIVE

Bruce studied at J.D. in New York University School of Law and B.A. Economics in Brandeis University.

Law school and academic background

Bruce completed J.D. in New York University School of Law and B.A. Economics in Brandeis University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bruce runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Bruce I. March

Bruce has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Affiliations

Bruce's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Professional & Community Involvement •Board Member, Kids in Distress •Member, The Florida Bar •Member, The New York Bar

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Locations

Bruce I. March's office in Fort Lauderdale

Bruce's primary office is at 401 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 2000, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Greenberg Traurig, LLP

401 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 2000

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Bruce I. March — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Bruce. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Fort Lauderdale.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire Bruce I. March — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bruce usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Bruce charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bruce's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Bruce will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Bruce

Bruce discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Bruce confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Bruce's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Bruce I. March

  • How much does it cost to hire Bruce for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bruce walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Bruce offer a free consultation?

    Bruce charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bruce's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Bruce's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Bruce gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Bruce take my case if I'm outside Fort Lauderdale?

    Bruce is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Bruce will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Bruce?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Bruce will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Bruce accepting new business clients right now?

    Bruce's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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