Remer, Georges-Pierre & Hoogerwoerd, PLLC
Practice focus: Wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, wage and hour
Plaintiff-only Miami employment boutique. Multiple Super Lawyers attorneys.
- Fee structure
- Contingency
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Top 10 Wrongful Termination Lawyers in Miami
Florida is at-will — but the Florida Civil Rights Act, Florida Whistleblower Act, and federal protections create real exceptions. Miami also has its own civil rights ordinance covering sexual orientation and gender identity. The right Miami wrongful termination lawyer can hold an employer accountable for discrimination, retaliation, refusal to commit illegal acts, or breach of contract.
These 10 Miami firms are some of the most respected employee-side employment plaintiffs' practices in Florida. Most work on contingency, all offer free consultations.
How we picked these 10: We reviewed published verdicts and settlements, peer rankings (Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Chambers and Partners, Avvo), client review patterns, and bar association recognition. Firms that appeared consistently across independent sources made the list. We do not accept payment for placement, and we do not write sponsored reviews. More on our methodology →
FairLaw Firm
Practice focus: Wrongful termination, unpaid wages, discrimination, retaliation
No attorney fees unless they recover. Strong client communication and bilingual intake.
- Fee structure
- Contingency
- Free consultation
- Free
AN Law Firm, P.A.
Practice focus: Employment (only) — wrongful termination, discrimination, FMLA, sexual harassment
Founder Alberto Naranjo, Jr. focuses exclusively on employment law. Strong individual representation.
- Fee structure
- Contingency
- Free consultation
- Free
BT Law Group
Practice focus: Wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment
Strong record on quick resolutions — secured six-figure settlement in one sexual-harassment case within a week of retainer.
- Fee structure
- Contingency
- Free consultation
- Free
Cantrell Schuette, P.A.
Practice focus: Wrongful termination, employment, franchise law
Strong track record maximizing recovery. Extensive knowledge of Florida wrongful termination law and Miami's civil rights ordinance.
- Fee structure
- Contingency
- Free consultation
- Free
Costales Law
Practice focus: Sexual harassment, wrongful termination, discrimination
Plaintiff-only Miami employment practice. Strong Spanish-language intake.
- Fee structure
- Contingency
- Free consultation
- Free
MacDonald Law, PLLC
Practice focus: Discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, severance
Represents employees across South Florida from Brickell to Coral Gables. Strong negotiation record.
- Fee structure
- Contingency
- Free consultation
- Free
Eisenberg & Baum, LLP
Practice focus: Wrongful termination, discrimination, civil rights
Multi-state employment plaintiffs' firm with strong Miami practice.
- Fee structure
- Contingency
- Free consultation
- Free
Phillips & Associates — Miami
Practice focus: Wrongful termination, sexual harassment, discrimination
Multi-state employment plaintiffs' firm with $300M+ recovered (firmwide). Miami office serves South Florida.
- Fee structure
- Contingency
- Free consultation
- Free
Derek Smith Law Group, PLLC — Miami
Practice focus: Sexual harassment, wrongful termination, discrimination
Multi-state firm with Miami office. $4.9M settlement on behalf of multiple sexual-harassment claimants.
- Fee structure
- Contingency
- Free consultation
- Free
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Request Free Consultation →What to expect from a Miami wrongful termination case
Most Miami wrongful termination cases begin with a Florida Commission on Human Relations (FCHR) or EEOC charge. After investigation, suit is filed in Miami-Dade Circuit Court or the Southern District of Florida. Cases typically resolve in 12-18 months.
What does a wrongful termination lawyer in Miami cost?
Most Miami plaintiff-side firms work on contingency for litigation (33-40% of recovery). Florida Civil Rights Act and federal Title VII fee-shifting provisions can pay your lawyer's fees from the employer if you win.
Red flags to watch for when picking a wrongful termination lawyer in Miami
The legal directory you find on Google has thousands of Miami wrongful termination firms. Most are competent. A few are problematic. The patterns to avoid:
Guaranteed outcomes. No ethical attorney can guarantee a result. If a firm promises a specific recovery, dismissal, or visa approval, walk away.
The disappearing partner. You meet a senior partner at intake, then never speak to them again. The case is handled by an unsupervised junior or a paralegal. Ask in writing who will be your day-to-day attorney.
Pressure to sign immediately. Reputable firms give you the retainer in writing, time to read it, and the option to take it home. High-pressure intake is almost always a sign of a volume mill, not a craftsperson's practice.
No verifiable track record. The firm should be able to point to verdicts, settlements, peer rankings, or bar association recognition. "We've helped thousands of clients" is marketing copy. Specific numbers, named cases, and third-party rankings are evidence.
Vague fee terms. "Don't worry about cost" is a red flag. Every legitimate Miami lawyer will give you a written engagement letter with the fee structure, what's covered, what triggers extra charges, and what happens if you fire them.
10 questions to ask in your free consultation
Most Miami firms on this list offer a free initial consultation. Use it. Bring a list of questions and write down the answers. Compare across at least two firms before you sign.
- Who, specifically, will handle my case day-to-day? Get a name. Get an email.
- How many cases like mine have you handled in the last three years? You want a number, not a brochure line.
- What is your fee, and what does it cover? Get the answer in writing before you sign.
- What case expenses am I responsible for, and when? Out-of-pocket costs surprise people. Ask now.
- What is the realistic range of outcomes for a case like mine? A good lawyer will give you a range. A bad one will promise the high end.
- How long will it take? Honest estimate, with the assumptions stated.
- Who else might be involved? Experts? Co-counsel? Larger cases routinely involve outside experts. Know who's on the team.
- How and how often will I hear from you? Email-only? Calls? Monthly updates? Set the expectation now.
- What happens if I want to change lawyers later? Rules allow it; the fee is sorted between firms. Make sure you understand the mechanics.
- What's the worst-case outcome for my case? A lawyer who refuses to discuss downside risk is selling you something.
What's specific about a wrongful termination case in Miami
Miami is its own market. The procedure, the courts, and the strategy are city- and state-specific in ways that matter to your outcome.
Local courthouses matter. Miami-Dade County Circuit Court and the Southern District of Florida have judges, calendars, and procedures that shape how cases move. A firm that knows the local courthouse has an advantage.
Filing deadlines are strict. Notice of Claim windows for cases against the City or County, Statute of Limitations periods, and pre-suit certification requirements vary by case type and are unforgiving. A missed deadline often means a lost case — full stop.
Local procedure rules matter. Each court has its own forms, motion practice, and judge preferences. The right Miami firm will know not just the law, but the unwritten rules of the courthouse you'll be in.
Local plaintiffs/defendants do well in front of local juries. Verdict patterns vary by venue, and a trial-capable firm uses venue strategically.
Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to file a wrongful termination claim in Florida?
FCHR/EEOC charge — 365 days (Florida) / 300 days (federal). Whistleblower (Fla. Stat. § 448.103) — 2 years. Move quickly.
What counts as wrongful termination in Florida?
Discrimination based on a protected class, retaliation, refusal to commit illegal acts, exercise of statutory rights, or breach of an employment contract.
Should I sign the severance my employer offered?
Not yet. A wrongful termination lawyer can almost always negotiate a higher number.
Will I have to go to court?
Probably not. Most Miami employment cases settle in mediation or before summary judgment.
What is Miami-Dade's civil rights ordinance?
Miami-Dade County Code Ch. 11A protects against discrimination based on race, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, etc. Broader than federal law.
Related reading
One last thing. Choosing a lawyer is personal. Read the reviews. Call two or three firms before you sign. Ask each one: How many cases like mine have you taken to verdict in the last three years? The answer tells you everything. — The LawFirmSquare team