Ari H. Gerstin, Appellate Attorney in Miami, Florida
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and Civil Rights
AttorneyatAkerman LLP
Miami, FL
Practicing appellate in Miami since 2004.
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Ari H. Gerstin is an attorney based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Civil Rights. Ari has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akerman LLP.
- Based in
- Miami, FL
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Business · Civil Rights
- Handles Appellate, Business, and Civil Rights matters from Miami, FL.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ari H. Gerstin: Ari H. Gerstin is an attorney based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Civil Rights. Ari has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akerman LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Ari H. Gerstin
Ari concentrates on appellate, business, civil rights, class action, and consumer. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ari handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Appellate cases in Miami, Florida
Ari takes appellate matters in Miami, 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 Ari agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Miami, Florida
Ari takes business matters in Miami, 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 Ari agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Miami, Florida
Ari takes civil rights matters in Miami, 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 Ari agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Miami, Florida
Ari takes class action matters in Miami, 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 Ari agrees to represent you.
Consumer cases in Miami, Florida
Ari takes consumer matters in Miami, 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 Ari agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Ari H. Gerstin — Over 22 years of Florida appellate experience
Ari H. Gerstin is an attorney based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Civil Rights. Ari has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akerman LLP.
Mr. Ari H. Gerstin is a lawyer practicing administrative law, appellate practice, business law and 11 other areas of law. Ari received a B.B.A. degree from University of Miami School of Business in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Ari practices at Akerman LLP in Miami, FL.
Ari's approach to appellate cases
Mr. Ari H. Gerstin is a lawyer practicing administrative law, appellate practice, business law and 11 other areas of law. Ari received a B.B.A. degree from University of Miami School of Business in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Ari practices at Akerman LLP in Miami, FL.
The kind of cases Ari takes
Ari reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and civil rights matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Ari H. Gerstin's legal education and bar admissions
University of Miami School of Law
Doctor · 2004
University of Miami School of Business
B.B.A. Provost · 2001
Jurisdictions
Ari's state bar admissions
Florida U.S. Court o
2004 · ACTIVE
Ari studied at Doctor in University of Miami School of Law and B.B.A. Provost in University of Miami School of Business.
Law school and academic background
Ari completed Doctor in University of Miami School of Law and B.B.A. Provost in University of Miami School of Business. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ari runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Ari H. Gerstin's office in Miami
Ari's primary office is at Three Brickell City Ctr., 98 Southeast Seventh St., Ste. 1100, Miami, FL, 33131. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Akerman LLP
Three Brickell City Ctr., 98 Southeast Seventh St., Ste. 1100
Miami, FL 33131
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How to hire Ari H. Gerstin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ari usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ari charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ari'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; Ari will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Miami, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Ari
Ari discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Ari confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ari's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ari H. Gerstin
How much does it cost to hire Ari for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ari walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ari offer a free consultation?
Ari charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ari's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Ari's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Florida typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Ari gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ari take my case if I'm outside Miami?
Ari 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 — Ari 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 Ari?
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. Ari will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ari accepting new appellate clients right now?
Ari's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Miami, Tampa and Orlando in Florida
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