Meir Weiss, Civil Rights Attorney in Miami, Florida
Over 6 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts
AttorneyatDerek Smith Law Group, PLLC
Miami, FL
Practicing civil rights in Miami since 2020.
- 6+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Meir Weiss is an attorney based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Meir has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC.
- Based in
- Miami, FL
- Experience
- over 6 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Employment · Employment Contracts
- Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts matters from Miami, FL.
- Over 6 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Meir Weiss: Meir Weiss is an attorney based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Meir has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Meir takes on
Meir concentrates on civil rights, employment, employment contracts, family law, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Meir handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Employment
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Employment Contracts
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Family Law
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General
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Sexual Harassment
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SSD
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Wage & Hour
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Whistleblower
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Wrongful Termination
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Health Care
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Workers Comp
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Civil Rights cases in Miami, Florida
Meir takes civil rights 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 Meir agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Miami, Florida
Meir takes employment 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 Meir agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in Miami, Florida
Meir takes employment contracts 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 Meir agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Miami, Florida
Meir takes family law 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 Meir agrees to represent you.
General cases in Miami, Florida
Meir takes general 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 Meir agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Meir Weiss — civil rights lawyer in Miami
Meir Weiss is an attorney based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Meir has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC.
Meir Weiss is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, discrimination, sexual harassment and 10 other areas of law. Meir received a B.A. degree from Touro College, and has been licensed for 6 years. Meir practices at Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC in Miami, FL.
Meir's approach to civil rights cases
Meir Weiss is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, discrimination, sexual harassment and 10 other areas of law. Meir received a B.A. degree from Touro College, and has been licensed for 6 years. Meir practices at Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC in Miami, FL.
The kind of cases Meir takes
Meir reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and employment contracts matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Fordham University J.D.
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Touro College B.A. Summa Cum Laude
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Jurisdictions
Meir's state bar admissions
New York
2020 · ACTIVE
Florida
2020 · ACTIVE
Meir studied at — in Fordham University J.D. and — in Touro College B.A. Summa Cum Laude.
Law school and academic background
Meir completed — in Fordham University J.D. and — in Touro College B.A. Summa Cum Laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Meir runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Meir Weiss's office in Miami
Meir's primary office is at 520 Brickell Key Drive, Suite O-301, Miami, FL, 33131. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC
520 Brickell Key Drive, Suite O-301
Miami, FL 33131
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How to hire Meir Weiss — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Meir usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Meir charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Meir'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; Meir will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Miami, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Meir
Meir discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Meir confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Meir's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Meir Weiss
How much does it cost to hire Meir for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Meir walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Meir offer a free consultation?
Meir charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Meir's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Meir's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Florida typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Meir gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Meir take my case if I'm outside Miami?
Meir 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 — Meir 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 Meir?
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. Meir will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Meir accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Meir's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Civil Rights attorneys serving Miami, Tampa and Orlando in Florida
Meir handles civil rights matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified civil rights attorneys in that community.
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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