
Clarke S. Sturge, Insurance Attorney in Miami, Florida
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 4.4/5 rating from 8 verified client reviews
PartneratCole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.
Miami, FL
Practicing insurance in Miami since 2002.
- 24+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 8 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Clarke S. Sturge is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Clarke has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.
- Based in
- Miami, FL
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Miami, FL.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Clarke S. Sturge: Clarke S. Sturge is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Clarke has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 8 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Clarke's practice areas in Miami
Clarke concentrates on insurance, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Clarke handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Insurance cases in Miami, Florida
Clarke takes insurance 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 Clarke agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Miami, Florida
Clarke takes litigation 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 Clarke agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Miami, Florida
Clarke takes personal injury 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 Clarke agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Miami, Florida
Clarke takes product liability 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 Clarke agrees to represent you.
Biography
Clarke S. Sturge, insurance attorney serving Miami
Clarke S. Sturge is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Clarke has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 8 client reviews. Clarke works from Miami, Florida and takes on insurance matters across the region.
Clarke S. Sturge is a Partner with the firm’s Miami office. He practices in all phases of civil litigation including insurance defense, product liability and toxic tort.
Mr. Sturge attended the University of Central Florida where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration and a Master of Arts in Political Science. He then earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law with honors. While in law school, Mr. Sturge was awarded double honors in the University of Miami Litigation Skills program. He was further awarded a scholarship by the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers for his litigation skills.
After graduation from law school, Mr. Sturge served as an Assistant State Attorney in the 11th Judicial Circuit prosecuting criminal defendants in cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felony crimes. While serving as a misdemeanor prosecutor, he was selected for a supervisor “Commit” position which provided him the opportunity to serve as a courtroom supervisor for the State of Florida.
After leaving the State Attorney’s Office, Mr. Sturge’s practice has encompassed the areas of general civil litigation including commercial litigation, personal injury, admiralty, insurance defense, appellate work and criminal defense.
Mr. Sturge has also been active providing guest lectures to paralegal students at Florida International University and law students at the University of Miami School of Law.
Awards & Recognitions
The Best Lawyers in America , Product Liability Litigation - Defendants, recognized since 2023
How Clarke handles insurance matters
Clarke S. Sturge is a Partner with the firm’s Miami office. He practices in all phases of civil litigation including insurance defense, product liability and toxic tort. Mr. Sturge attended the University of Central Florida where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration and a Master of Arts in Political Science. He then earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of…
Who Clarke represents
Clarke reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Clarke studied and practices
University of Miami School of Law(J.D., with honors University of Central Florida M.A. Political Science University of Central Florida B.A. Public Administration
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Jurisdictions
Clarke's state bar admissions
Florida U.S. Distric
2002 · ACTIVE
Clarke studied at — in University of Miami School of Law(J.D., with honors University of Central Florida M.A. Political Science University of Central Florida B.A. Public Administration.
Law school and academic background
Clarke completed — in University of Miami School of Law(J.D., with honors University of Central Florida M.A. Political Science University of Central Florida B.A. Public Administration. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Clarke runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Clarke's legal honors and published work
Clarke has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Clarke's professional memberships and bar associations
Associations •The Florida Bar Association
membership
Locations
Clarke S. Sturge's office in Miami
Clarke's primary office is at Dadeland Centre II, 9150 South Dadeland Boulevard, Suite 1400, Miami, FL, 33156. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.
Dadeland Centre II, 9150 South Dadeland Boulevard, Suite 1400
Miami, FL 33156
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Client reviews of Clarke S. Sturge — 4.4/5 rating from 8 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Clarke. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Miami.
4.4
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How to hire Clarke S. Sturge — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Clarke usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Clarke charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Clarke'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; Clarke will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Miami, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Clarke
Clarke discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. Clarke confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Clarke's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Clarke S. Sturge
How much does it cost to hire Clarke for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Clarke walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Clarke offer a free consultation?
Clarke charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Clarke's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Clarke's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Florida typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Clarke gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Clarke take my case if I'm outside Miami?
Clarke 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 — Clarke 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 Clarke?
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. Clarke will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Clarke accepting new insurance clients right now?
Clarke's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Miami, Tampa and Orlando in Florida
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- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
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