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

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

Does René offer a free consultation?

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

Can René take my case if I'm outside Jacksonville?

René 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 — René 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 René?

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

Is René accepting new business clients right now?

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

René Mark Fix, Business Attorney in Jacksonville

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René Mark Fix is an attorney based in Jacksonville, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation. René has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Orr | Cook. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.

Based in: Jacksonville, FL
Experience: over 31 years
Known for: Business · Employment · Litigation

Handles Business, Employment, and Litigation matters from Jacksonville, FL.
Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

René's practice areas in Jacksonville

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

Business cases in Jacksonville, Florida

René takes business matters in Jacksonville, 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 René agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Jacksonville, Florida

René takes employment matters in Jacksonville, 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 René agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Jacksonville, Florida

René takes litigation matters in Jacksonville, 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 René agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Jacksonville, Florida

René takes personal injury matters in Jacksonville, 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 René agrees to represent you.

Biography

René Mark Fix, business attorney serving Jacksonville

René Mark Fix is an attorney based in Jacksonville, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation. René has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Orr | Cook. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 20 client reviews. René works from Jacksonville, Florida and takes on business matters across the region.

Mr. Fix is chair of Rogers Towers' Labor and Employment Department. His practice includes all areas of labor and employment law. Mr. Fix also has substantial experience representing clients in contract and business disputes, with a special emphasis on claims involving unfair competition, restrictive covenants, trade secrets, and non-competes. He has served as lead trial counsel in state and federal courts throughout Florida and across the country. He has also represented clients in arbitration proceedings as well as state and federal administrative hearings.

In addition to his labor and employment law experience, Mr. Fix has served as trial counsel in commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts, including for example, suits for breach of contract, interference with business relationships, breach of fiduciary duty, defamation, deceptive and unfair consumer practices, federal civil rights violations, invasion or privacy, and fraud.

In addition to his litigation practice, Mr. Fix routinely advises clients on labor and employment issues, including discipline and discharge, employment policies and procedures, investigations of employee misconduct, privacy issues, wages and hours, maintenance of business records, union activities, and protecting confidential business information. He also drafts and reviews employment agreements, non-compete agreements, severance agreements, independent contractor agreements and other business contracts.

Awards and Distinctions

• AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
• Articles Editor, University of Toledo Law Review
• Order of the Coif
• Recipient, Burton A. Maddock Memorial Scholarship
• Recipient, American Jurisprudence Award for Trial Practice

How René handles business matters

Mr. Fix is chair of Rogers Towers' Labor and Employment Department. His practice includes all areas of labor and employment law. Mr. Fix also has substantial experience representing clients in contract and business disputes, with a special emphasis on claims involving unfair competition, restrictive covenants, trade secrets, and non-competes. He has served as lead trial counsel in state and…

The kind of cases René takes

René reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and litigation matters in Jacksonville and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Credentials — where René studied and practices

University of Toledo College of Law
J.D. · 1995
Indiana University, Kelley School of Business
B.S. · 1989

Jurisdictions

René's state bar admissions

Ohio U.S. District C
1995 · ACTIVE

René studied at J.D. in University of Toledo College of Law and B.S. in Indiana University, Kelley School of Business.

Law school and academic background

René completed J.D. in University of Toledo College of Law and B.S. in Indiana University, Kelley School of Business. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice René runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

René's legal honors and published work

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

AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Locations

René Mark Fix's office in Jacksonville

René's primary office is at 50 N. Laura Street, Suite 2800, Jacksonville, FL, 32202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Orr | Cook

50 N. Laura Street, Suite 2800

Jacksonville, FL 32202

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Client feedback

Client reviews of René Mark Fix — 4.7/5 rating from 20 verified client reviews

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

4.7

20 client reviews

Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once René Mark Fix claims this profile.

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Hiring guide

How to hire René Mark Fix — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in Jacksonville, 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 René

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

Payment methods and payment plans

René'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 René Mark Fix

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

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Areas served

Business attorneys serving Jacksonville, Miami and Tampa in Florida

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

René Mark Fix, Business Attorney in Jacksonville, Florida

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