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Maxwell Zaitz, Business Attorney in Miami, Florida

focused on Business, Insurance, and Litigation

Miami, FL

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Maxwell Zaitz is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation.

Based in
Miami, FLORIDA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · Insurance · Litigation
  • Handles Business, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Miami, FLORIDA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

About Maxwell Zaitz: Maxwell Zaitz is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Maxwell takes on

Maxwell concentrates on business, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Maxwell handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Miami, Florida

Maxwell takes business matters in Miami, 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 Maxwell agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Miami, Florida

Maxwell takes insurance matters in Miami, 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 Maxwell agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Miami, Florida

Maxwell takes litigation matters in Miami, 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 Maxwell agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Maxwell Zaitz — business lawyer in Miami

Maxwell Zaitz is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and Litigation.

Maxwell A. Zaitz is a partner in the firm’s Miami office. Mr. Zaitz primarily focuses his practice in the area of general civil litigation, including first party property insurance disputes.

Mr. Zaitz grew up in Scarsdale, New York before taking his considerable talents to the University of Miami, where he received his Bachelor of Sciences degree in 2013. Unable to escape the sunny South Florida weather, Mr. Zaitz received his Juris Doctor degree from the University Of Miami School Of Law in 2016.

Prior to joining CSK, Mr. Zaitz’s practice consisted of general litigation, including family, criminal defense, as well as personal injury matters.

Mr. Zaitz is licensed to practice in all Florida State Courts, as well as the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida.

How Maxwell handles business matters

Maxwell A. Zaitz is a partner in the firm’s Miami office. Mr. Zaitz primarily focuses his practice in the area of general civil litigation, including first party property insurance disputes. Mr. Zaitz grew up in Scarsdale, New York before taking his considerable talents to the University of Miami, where he received his Bachelor of Sciences degree in 2013. Unable to escape the sunny South Florida…

The kind of cases Maxwell takes

Maxwell reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, insurance, and litigation matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Miami School of Law

    J.D. · 2016

Maxwell studied at J.D. in University of Miami School of Law.

Law school and academic background

Maxwell completed J.D. in University of Miami School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Maxwell runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Maxwell has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026).

Locations

Maxwell Zaitz's office in Miami

Maxwell's primary office is at 9150 South Dadeland Boulevard, Suite 1400, Miami, Florida, 33156. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

9150 South Dadeland Boulevard, Suite 1400

Miami, Florida 33156

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Hiring guide

How to hire Maxwell Zaitz — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Maxwell charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maxwell'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; Maxwell will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Miami, 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 Maxwell

Maxwell 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. Maxwell confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Maxwell'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 Maxwell Zaitz

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

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

  • Does Maxwell offer a free consultation?

    Maxwell charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maxwell's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Maxwell'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. Maxwell gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Maxwell take my case if I'm outside Miami?

    Maxwell 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 — Maxwell 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 Maxwell?

    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. Maxwell will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Maxwell accepting new business clients right now?

    Maxwell'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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