About Podhurst Orseck, P.A.
Podhurst Orseck, P.A. Is a Miami-based litigation firm whose commercial practice handles complex civil disputes for companies and individuals. Its work includes serving as general litigation counsel to corporations and representing parties in substantial commercial litigation. The firm also handles tort matters, with a focus that includes aviation, mass tort, and product liability claims. The firm’s practice areas also encompass aviation litigation, personal injury and wrongful death matters, class actions and mass torts, commercial disputes, and appeals. For people evaluating legal options, these categories can help identify the kind of issue to discuss: a dispute between businesses differs in focus from an injury claim or an appeal of a court ruling. A prospective client can organize the key events, parties, documents, and court deadlines before seeking legal guidance.
Business description
The firm′s commercial practice focuses on complex civil litigation of all types. The firm serves as general litigation counsel to several major corporations as well as representing companies and individuals in substantial matters of commercial litigation. The firm's general tort practice places a major emphasis upon representing claimants in aviation, mass torts and products liability litigation.
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Commercial and business litigation
Representation in complex civil disputes involving companies and individuals, including substantial commercial matters and general litigation counsel for corporations.
Aviation litigation
Litigation involving aviation accidents and related claims, including matters concerning commercial airlines, private aircraft, and cross-border incidents.
Personal injury and wrongful death
Tort litigation that includes injury and wrongful death claims, as well as matters involving substantial or catastrophic harm.
Mass torts and class actions
Litigation involving claims by multiple people or groups, including matters related to alleged corporate wrongdoing and widespread harm.
Product liability litigation
Representation in litigation concerning alleged injuries or losses connected with products.
Appellate litigation
Appeals involving complex legal issues following trial or other lower-court proceedings.
Securities, financial fraud, and antitrust disputes
Litigation addressing securities and financial fraud matters, as well as antitrust disputes.
Preparing for a first legal discussion
As general preparation, write a brief chronology of what happened and identify the people or organizations involved. Collect documents that relate directly to the issue, such as contracts and business correspondence for a commercial dispute, or incident and injury records for an aviation or product claim. Note any known court dates or deadlines so they can be raised promptly. These steps can help make an initial conversation more focused; they do not determine whether a claim is legally viable.
Choosing the relevant practice area
Start with the central issue rather than the label you think may apply. A conflict over business obligations may call for commercial litigation; an alleged injury involving an aircraft or product points toward the firm’s tort and aviation work. When several people may have been affected by related conduct, ask whether the circumstances raise a mass tort or class action question. If a court has already issued a decision, an appellate inquiry concerns review of that ruling rather than a new trial.
Questions to consider when comparing legal options
Before contacting litigation counsel, consider what outcome you are seeking, which facts are disputed, and whether others have experienced similar harm. For a business matter, identify the agreement or business relationship at its center. For an injury-related matter, clarify the event, the alleged cause, and the resulting harm. These are general planning prompts, not a promise about how the firm will handle a case or a substitute for case-specific legal advice.
Common customer requests
Commercial dispute guidance
A company seeking counsel for a substantial commercial dispute involving a contract, business relationship, or financial allegation.
Aviation accident claims
An individual or family looking into claims connected with an aviation accident or aircraft-related injury.
Product liability matters
People harmed by a product who want to understand whether a product liability matter may be appropriate to discuss with litigation counsel.
Mass tort or class action inquiries
A person or group considering whether claims involving widespread harm could be pursued through mass tort or class action litigation.
Appellate litigation
A party considering an appeal after a trial or other court decision and seeking counsel to assess appellate issues.
Business details
Services and specialties: fl personal injury lawyers, florida appellate attorneys, florida personal injury attorney, florida product liability attorneys, florida wrongful death lawyers
Highlights: 57 years of trusted experience
Payment options: Check
Business hours
- Friday
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Monday
- Closed
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Service area
Service coverage includes Hialeah, FL, Dania, FL, Hallandale, FL, Hollywood, FL, Pembroke Pines, FL, Homestead, FL and 14 other communities. Coverage spans 217 ZIP codes; use the full coverage list below to check a specific location.
Service coverage includes 217 ZIP codes across 20 communities.
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- Hialeah, FL33002, 33010, 33011, 33012, 33013, 33014, 33015, 33016, 33017, 33018
- Dania, FL33004
- Hallandale, FL33008, 33009
- Hollywood, FL33019, 33020, 33021, 33022, 33023, 33024, 33025, 33026, 33027, 33029, 33081, 33083, 33084
- Pembroke Pines, FL33028, 33082
- Homestead, FL33030, 33031, 33032, 33033, 33034, 33035, 33039, 33090, 33092
- Opa Locka, FL33054, 33055
- Miami Gardens, FL33056
- Pompano Beach, FL33060, 33061, 33062, 33063, 33064, 33065, 33066, 33067, 33068, 33069, 33071, 33072, 33073, 33074, 33076, 33077
- Coral Springs, FL33075
- Margate, FL33093
- Coconut Creek, FL33097
- Miami, FL33101, 33102, 33106, 33111, 33112, 33116, 33122, 33124, 33125, 33126, 33127, 33128, 33129, 33130, 33131, 33132, 33133, 33134, 33135, 33136, 33137, 33138, 33142, 33143, 33144, 33145, 33146, 33147, 33150, 33151, 33152, 33153, 33155, 33156, 33157, 33158, 33161, 33162, 33163, 33164, 33165, 33166, 33167, 33168, 33169, 33170, 33172, 33173, 33174, 33175, 33176, 33177, 33178, 33179, 33180, 33181, 33182, 33183, 33184, 33185, 33186, 33187, 33188, 33189, 33190, 33193, 33194, 33195, 33196, 33197, 33199, 33206, 33222, 33231, 33233, 33234, 33238, 33242, 33243, 33245, 33247, 33255, 33256, 33257, 33261, 33265, 33266, 33269, 33280, 33283, 33296, 33299
- Miami Beach, FL33109, 33119, 33139, 33140, 33141, 33154, 33239
- Coral Gables, FL33114
- Key Biscayne, FL33149
- North Miami Beach, FL33160
- Fort Lauderdale, FL33301, 33302, 33303, 33304, 33305, 33306, 33307, 33308, 33309, 33310, 33311, 33312, 33313, 33314, 33315, 33316, 33317, 33318, 33319, 33320, 33321, 33322, 33323, 33324, 33325, 33326, 33327, 33328, 33329, 33330, 33331, 33332, 33334, 33335, 33336, 33337, 33338, 33339, 33340, 33345, 33346, 33348, 33349, 33351, 33355, 33359, 33394
- Plantation, FL33388
- Deerfield Beach, FL33441, 33442, 33443
- Additional listed ZIP codes33107, 33110, 33121, 33148, 33159
Questions about Podhurst Orseck, P.A.
What kinds of matters fall under commercial litigation?
Commercial litigation addresses disputes involving businesses, individuals, or their business relationships. Helpful material to organize before discussing a matter may include relevant agreements, communications, financial records, and a timeline of important events.
What does aviation litigation address?
Aviation litigation can involve claims arising from commercial airline incidents, private aircraft accidents, or cross-border aviation events. Relevant records may include travel details, incident information, and documents concerning injuries or losses.
What information is useful when asking about a product liability claim?
A product liability matter concerns alleged harm connected with a product. Product details, purchase or use records, photographs, and medical or repair documentation can help explain what happened when discussing a possible claim.
How does a mass tort differ from a class action?
Mass tort litigation can involve claims by multiple people affected by related conduct or products, while a class action may address claims pursued on behalf of a defined group. Whether either approach fits depends on the facts and legal issues involved.
When might someone seek appellate counsel?
Appellate litigation concerns review of legal issues following a lower-court decision. Useful materials for an initial discussion may include the decision being challenged, relevant filings, and information about any appeal deadlines.
What is a wrongful death matter?
Wrongful death litigation concerns claims arising from a death allegedly caused by another party’s conduct. Families considering this type of matter may find it helpful to gather available incident, medical, and financial records for a discussion with counsel.
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Last reviewed and updated October 19, 2026 by the Welcome to House Managers Editorial Team.