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

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

Does Stuart offer a free consultation?

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

Can Stuart take my case if I'm outside Coconut Grove?

Stuart 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 — Stuart 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 Stuart?

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

Is Stuart accepting new business clients right now?

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

Stuart J. Weissman, Business Attorney in Coconut Grove

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Stuart J. Weissman is a partner based in Coconut Grove, FL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Stuart has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ratzan Weissman & Boldt. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Based in: Coconut Grove, FL
Experience: over 18 years
Known for: Business · General · Health Care

Handles Business, General, and Health Care matters from Coconut Grove, FL.
Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

Areas of practice

Stuart's practice areas in Coconut Grove

Stuart concentrates on business, general, health care, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stuart handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Coconut Grove, Florida

Stuart takes business matters in Coconut Grove, 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 Stuart agrees to represent you.

General cases in Coconut Grove, Florida

Stuart takes general matters in Coconut Grove, 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 Stuart agrees to represent you.

Health Care cases in Coconut Grove, Florida

Stuart takes health care matters in Coconut Grove, 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 Stuart agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases in Coconut Grove, Florida

Stuart takes medical malpractice matters in Coconut Grove, 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 Stuart agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Coconut Grove, Florida

Stuart takes personal injury matters in Coconut Grove, 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 Stuart agrees to represent you.

Biography

Stuart J. Weissman, business attorney serving Coconut Grove

Stuart J. Weissman is a partner based in Coconut Grove, FL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Stuart has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ratzan Weissman & Boldt. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2 client reviews. Stuart works from Coconut Grove, Florida and takes on business matters across the region.

Stuart J. Weissman is a partner of Ratzan Weissman & Boldt. He focuses his practice on catastrophic negligence, medical malpractice, products liability, wrongful death, and commercial disputes. Mr. Weissman and RWB are frequently retained to handle cases throughout the state and the country. Beyond Florida, Mr. Weissman has handled cases in states including Alabama, Arkansas, California, Rhode Island, and Texas.

Mr. Weissman has devoted his career to representing those in need of justice and giving them a voice in taking on some of the most powerful corporations, hospitals, doctors, product manufacturers, and other massive companies around the country. Mr. Weissman’s mission is full, fair, and complete compensation to his clients while working to deter unacceptable and unsafe behavior. Through his dedicated work as a trial attorney, Mr. Weissman is committed to community safety and believes that he and RWB have a responsibility to address community safety issues with each and every case they pursue.

Stuart has obtained a multitude of six, seven, and even eight-figure settlements and verdicts. For example, alongside his partner, Stuart N. Ratzan, he obtained a $23 million verdict in a medical malpractice case in Charlotte County, Florida. The $23 million verdict in a medical malpractice lawsuit for a mother whose daughter was born with a severe brain injury is believed to be the largest civil jury verdict in the county’s history. For this achievement, the Daily Business Review recognized Mr. Ratzan and Mr. Weissman for their achievements by being finalists for the Daily Business Review annual Most Effective Lawyers recognition award.

In addition, Mr. Ratzan and Mr. Weissman secured verdicts ranked twice among the “Top Verdicts of 2017.” The trial partner obtained a $46.5 million medical malpractice verdict – the largest ever in the State of Arkansas – for a three-year-old child who suffered brain damage after she was left untreated for jaundice as a newborn, and a $45 million verdict in the death of a medical student following a late-night crash at an Interstate 75 construction site in Pembroke Pines, Florida. In 2019, Mr. Ratzan and Mr. Weissman obtained a verdict in a retrial on behalf of a wife and mother whose 1996 lung cancer death resulted in a $42.5 million verdict against cigarette giants R.J. Reynolds and Phillip Morris.

Beyond the courtroom, Mr. Weissman and RWB conduct highly specialized focus groups for their own cases and as consultants for other attorneys. Mr. Weissman is always willing and able to assist his colleagues with focus group testing.

Mr. Weissman is consistently recognized for his legal contributions including the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Top 40 under 40 Outstanding Lawyers, Super Lawyers, the Daily Business Review, the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, the Dade Legal Aid Leadership Academy, and the National Trial Lawyers. Mr. Weissman also serves legal and community organizations like the Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation, the Dade County Bar Association as a Board Member and past President of the Young Lawyers Section, the Florida Justice Association, Dade Legal Aid, including as a guardian ad litem, and Temple Beth Sholom among others.

Mr. Weissman received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. Mr. Weissman received his J.D. from Stetson University College of Law in 2008, where he was a two-year member of the nationally renowned trial team, ranked #1 in the nation according to U.S. News and World Report.

When away from work, Stuart loves to spend time with his wife Ashley, their two beautiful daughters, Emma and Joey, and their son, Luke.

Honors and Awards

Michigan Scholar Award

National Dean’s List

Delta Epsilon Iota National Academic Honors Society

Outstanding Student Honor Society

ABA Arbitration Competition National Champion

Phi Delta Phi Legal Honors Fraternity

Professional Associations and Memberships:

American Bar Association

Florida Bar Association

American Association for Justice

Florida Justice Association

Young Lawyers Division of the Florida Bar

Miami Dade Justice Association

Working with Stuart on a business matter

Stuart J. Weissman is a partner of Ratzan Weissman & Boldt. He focuses his practice on catastrophic negligence, medical malpractice, products liability, wrongful death, and commercial disputes. Mr. Weissman and RWB are frequently retained to handle cases throughout the state and the country. Beyond Florida, Mr. Weissman has handled cases in states including Alabama, Arkansas, California, Rhode…

Clients Stuart works with

Stuart reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and health care matters in Coconut Grove and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Stuart studied and practices

Stetson University College of Law
J.D. · 2008
University of Michigan
B.S. · 2005

Jurisdictions

Stuart's state bar admissions

U.S. District Court,
2009 · ACTIVE
Florida
2008 · ACTIVE

Stuart studied at J.D. in Stetson University College of Law and B.S. in University of Michigan.

Law school and academic background

Stuart completed J.D. in Stetson University College of Law and B.S. in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stuart runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Stuart's legal honors and published work

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

Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Locations

Stuart J. Weissman's office in Coconut Grove

Stuart's primary office is at 2850 Tigertail Avenue, Suite 400, Coconut Grove, FL, 33133. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Ratzan Weissman & Boldt

2850 Tigertail Avenue, Suite 400

Coconut Grove, FL 33133

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Stuart J. Weissman — 4.5/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

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

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2 client reviews

Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Stuart J. Weissman claims this profile.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Stuart J. Weissman — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in Coconut Grove, 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 Stuart

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

Payment methods and payment plans

Stuart'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 Stuart J. Weissman

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

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

Stuart J. Weissman, Business Attorney in Coconut Grove, Florida

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