How much does it cost to hire Michael for a adr case?

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

Does Michael offer a free consultation?

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

How long do adr cases in Florida typically take?

Simple adr 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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Miami?

Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?

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

Is Michael accepting new adr clients right now?

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

Michael Nachwalter, ADR Attorney in Miami

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Michael Nachwalter is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Litigation. Michael has over 59 years of legal experience.

Based in: Miami, FLORIDA
Experience: over 59 years
Known for: ADR · General · Litigation

Handles ADR, General, and Litigation matters from Miami, FLORIDA.
Over 59 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Miami) (2015).

Areas of practice

Michael's practice areas in Miami

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

ADR cases in Miami, Florida

Michael takes adr 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 Michael agrees to represent you.

General cases in Miami, Florida

Michael 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 Michael agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Miami, Florida

Michael 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 Michael agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Miami, Florida

Michael 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 Michael agrees to represent you.

Biography

Michael Nachwalter, adr attorney serving Miami

Michael Nachwalter is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Litigation. Michael has over 59 years of legal experience. Michael works from Miami, Florida and takes on adr matters across the region.

Michael Nachwalter was a leading lawyer in business litigation with a long, stellar career. He prevailed for clients in numerous antitrust, complex business, and corporate matters and has achieved winning results through arbitration, mediation, and negotiated settlements.

Michael is a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, the preeminent organization of trial lawyers in North America, the American Board of Trial Advocates, which is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of civil jury trial rights, and the International Society of Barristers, an honor society for those regarded as among the best trial lawyers in the world.

He served in numerous committee posts, including as chairman of the committee on consumer protection laws and member of the special task force, the antitrust committee, and the corporation, banking, and business law sections. Michael also was a member of the Attorney General’s Antitrust Revision Committee, the Consumer Council, and the Civil RICO Report’s advisory board. Additionally, he served as an adjunct faculty member and law lecturer at the University of Miami Law School.

Before founding Kenny Nachwalter, Michael clerked for the Honorable Ted Cabot and the Honorable Joseph Eaton of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida.

How Michael handles adr matters

Michael Nachwalter was a leading lawyer in business litigation with a long, stellar career. He prevailed for clients in numerous antitrust, complex business, and corporate matters and has achieved winning results through arbitration, mediation, and negotiated settlements. Michael is a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, the preeminent organization of trial lawyers in North America,…

Who Michael represents

Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, general, and litigation matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Michael studied and practices

Long Island University
— · 1967
Yale University
LL.M · 1968
University of Miami School of Law
J.D. · 1967
Bucknell University
B.S. · 1962

Jurisdictions

Michael's state bar admissions

Florida
1967 · ACTIVE

Michael studied at — in Long Island University, LL.M in Yale University, and J.D. in University of Miami School of Law.

Law school and academic background

Michael completed — in Long Island University, LL.M in Yale University, J.D. in University of Miami School of Law, and B.S. in Bucknell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Michael's legal honors and published work

Michael has received 38 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Miami)
2015
Lawyer of the Year — Antitrust Law (Miami)
2014
Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (Miami)
2012
Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business Disputes
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Class Actions
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Complex Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Large Case Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Senior Statesman, Chambers USA, Antitrust, 2003 – 2018
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Senior Statesman, Chambers USA, Litigation: General Commercial, 2004 – 2017
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law – Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent™ Peer Review RatedSM by Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Best Lawyers in America — South Florida Legal Guide, Top Lawyer, Antitrust, Corporate and Business, 2001 – Present
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Super Lawyers, Top Rated Business Litigation Attorney, 2007 – Present
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Super Lawyers, Top 100: Miami Super Lawyers, 2013
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Super Lawyers, Top 100: Florida Super Lawyers, 2009, 2008, 2007
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Super Lawyers, Top 10: Florida Super Lawyers, 2007
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Benchmark Litigation, Local Litigation Star, General Commercial, and Professional Liability
2026
Best Lawyers in America — American College of Trial Lawyers - Fellow
2026
Best Lawyers in America — American Board of Trial Advocates - Fellow
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who’s Who in American Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — International Society of Barristers - Director
2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Miami) (2015). Lawyer of the Year — Antitrust Law (Miami) (2014). Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (Miami) (2012). Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026).

Locations

Michael Nachwalter's office in Miami

Michael's primary office is at 1441 Brickell Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33131. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1441 Brickell Avenue

Miami, Florida 33131

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Michael Nachwalter

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Hiring guide

How to hire Michael Nachwalter — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Miami, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Michael

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Michael Nachwalter

How much does it cost to hire Michael for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Florida typically take?
Simple adr 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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Miami?
Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?
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. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new adr clients right now?
Michael's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Community Q&A

Real questions asked by Florida residents in the last few months, answered by adr attorneys like Michael Nachwalter. Each link opens the full answer thread.

Is Mediation Required Before Filing A Personal Injury Lawsuit In Florida?
After a car accident in Orlando, FL, I’m considering legal action against the other driver. I've heard that mediation is often involved in personal injury cases, but I'm not sure i
1 verified answer · ADR · Florida
Can Mediation Be Used To Resolve A Workplace Harassment Claim In Illinois?
I reported a workplace harassment issue in Chicago, IL, but I want to avoid a lengthy legal battle. My HR department suggested mediation as a way to resolve the issue amicably. I’m
1 verified answer · ADR · Illinois
Is Mediation Confidential For Business Disputes In Nevada?
I’m involved in a business dispute in Las Vegas, NV, and I’m thinking about mediation. I’m concerned about privacy and what might happen if the details get out. Is mediation confid
1 verified answer · ADR · Nevada
Can Mediation Help Resolve A Debt Dispute In South Carolina?
I live in Charleston, SC, and I’m dealing with debt collectors regarding an unpaid medical bill. I really want to resolve this without going to court. I’ve heard mediation can be a
1 verified answer · ADR · South Carolina
Can I Mediate A Child Custody Dispute In California If We Agree?
I live in Los Angeles, CA, and my ex-partner and I have agreed to some terms regarding child custody after our separation in June 2023. We think mediation could help finalize our a
1 verified answer · ADR · California
Can Mediation Help Resolve An HOA Dispute In Arizona?
I’ve been having issues with my homeowners association in Scottsdale, AZ, over some unfair fines. I feel like we could reach a compromise, but I don’t know if mediation is an optio
1 verified answer · ADR · Arizona

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Miami, Tampa and Orlando in Florida

Michael handles adr matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.

Michael Nachwalter, ADR Attorney in Miami, Florida

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