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Stearns Weaver Miller | Miami Business, Employment & Litigation Law Firm

Editorial Verdict

Why Choose Stearns Weaver Miller?

When a business has a real legal problem — a contract dispute heading to litigation, a regulatory investigation, a key employee leaving with trade secrets, an M&A transaction with cross-border complications — the firm handling it should have the bench depth to staff it correctly. Stearns Weaver Miller has 150+ attorneys across five Florida offices, with every major business practice represented under one roof. Founded in 1976 by Eugene E. Stearns, the firm is consistently recognized in Chambers USA, Best Lawyers in America, and Florida Super Lawyers. It's part of Meritas, a 170+ firm global network in 90+ countries — useful for any business with operations beyond Florida.

Practice Areas

Situations They Handle

Business & Commercial Litigation Labor & Employment (Counseling and Litigation) Corporate Transactions / M&A Real Estate (Acquisition, Development, Leasing) Bankruptcy & Restructuring Tax (Federal and State) Construction Law Trust & Estate Litigation

Fees & Pricing

What You'll Likely Pay

Stearns Weaver Miller bills hourly with engagement-letter retainers. Partner rates typically run $650–$900+, associate rates $400–$600, depending on practice area and seniority. Some matters (M&A diligence, employment audits) can be scoped on a fixed or capped fee basis. The firm provides clear engagement letters and predictable monthly billing.

Hourly + Retainer

litigation, M&A, complex transactions

Fixed-Scope Available

employment audits, defined transactions

The Team

Key Attorneys

Eugene E. Stearns

Founding Partner

Founded the firm in 1976. Built the trial litigation practice that became one of Florida's most formidable.

Lisa K. Berg

Partner — Labor & Employment

Labor relations, counseling and compliance, wage and hour, noncompete and trade secrets.

Robert S. Turk

Partner — Litigation

Complex commercial and business disputes, bench and jury trial work, federal and state.

Sharon Quinn Dixon

Partner

Cross-departmental work — corporate, litigation, and regulatory advisory for Florida businesses.

Client Experiences

What Clients Say

Daniel V.

Business Litigation · Brickell

★★★★★

"Bet-the-company contract dispute. Stearns Weaver staffed it with senior trial lawyers and we won at summary judgment. Expensive — but exactly the right firm for the size of the problem."

Gabriela P.

Employment Counseling · Coral Gables

★★★★

"We needed a complete employment policy refresh and noncompete review. Lisa Berg's team did it on time, on budget, and educated our HR team along the way."

Andrés F.

M&A Transaction · Doral

★★★★★

"Sale of our family business with a Mexico-based buyer. The firm's Meritas network gave us cross-border counsel without rebuilding the team. Smooth close."

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FAQ

Common Questions About This Firm

Is Stearns Weaver Miller too big for my business?

The firm represents start-ups, mid-market businesses, and large multinationals. Smaller engagements are typically scoped through a single relationship partner who can pull in specialists as needed. The intake conversation will tell you quickly whether the firm is the right fit for your size and stage.

Does the firm handle plaintiff-side employment cases?

The firm's labor and employment practice is primarily management-side — representing employers in counseling and defending employment litigation. For plaintiff-side wrongful termination or discrimination cases, it would refer to a trusted local practitioner.

What is the Meritas network?

Meritas is a global network of 170+ independent, prequalified law firms in over 90 countries. Stearns Weaver Miller is the Florida member — useful when a business client needs counsel in another state or country and wants a vetted referral.

Where are the firm's offices?

Miami (Museum Tower, 150 West Flagler Street, Suite 2200), Coral Gables (2020 Salzedo Street), Fort Lauderdale (200 East Las Olas Boulevard), Tampa (401 East Jackson Street), and Tallahassee (106 East College Avenue).

How does billing work?

Hourly billing with an engagement-letter retainer is standard. The firm provides clear monthly invoices, written engagement letters, and budget estimates for litigation phases. Defined transactions and audits can sometimes be scoped at fixed or capped fees.

Helpful Resources & Related Pages

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Starting a Business / LLC Formation Employment Law (Employer) Business Contracts

Florida Noncompete & Trade Secret Law Florida Employment Audit Checklist All Miami Law Firms

Quick Facts

Founded1976 · 50 yrs

Firm SizeLarge · 150+ Attorneys

Fee StructureHourly + retainer

Free ConsultationInitial scoping call

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Virtual AvailableYes

Service AreaFlorida (Miami, Coral Gables, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, Tallahassee), national

Client Reviews4.7 (60+)

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Office

Miami HQ: Museum Tower, 150 W Flagler St, Suite 2200, Miami, FL 33130
Other FL Offices: Coral Gables · Fort Lauderdale · Tampa · Tallahassee
(305) 789-3200

Recognition

✓ Founded 1976 by Eugene E. Stearns
✓ 150+ attorneys, 5 Florida offices
✓ Chambers USA Ranked
✓ Best Lawyers in America
✓ Florida Super Lawyers
✓ Meritas Network — 170+ firms in 90+ countries

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