Craig Minko, Business Attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment · 5.0/5 rating from 17 verified client reviews
PartneratCole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practicing business in Fort Lauderdale since 2010.
- 16+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 17 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Craig Minko is a partner based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. Craig has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 17 client reviews.
- Based in
- Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Business · Civil Rights · Employment
- Handles Business, Civil Rights, and Employment matters from Fort Lauderdale, FL.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Craig Minko: Craig Minko is a partner based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. Craig has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 17 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Craig Minko
Craig concentrates on business, civil rights, employment, environmental, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Craig handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Craig takes business matters in Fort Lauderdale, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Craig takes civil rights matters in Fort Lauderdale, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Craig takes employment matters in Fort Lauderdale, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Craig takes environmental matters in Fort Lauderdale, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
General cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Craig takes general matters in Fort Lauderdale, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Craig Minko — Over 16 years of Florida business experience
Craig Minko is a partner based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. Craig has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 17 client reviews.
Craig C. Minko is an Administrative Partner at the firm’s Fort Lauderdale East office. Mr. Minko is a State and Federal court civil litigator and trial lawyer, who focuses his practice in the following areas: business/commercial litigation; employment discrimination and retaliation complaints/investigations before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Florida Commission on Human Relations (FCHR) and The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), as well as subsequent related litigation; wage and hour actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and otherwise; condominium and homeowners’ association litigation; Fair Housing Act (FHA) complaints/investigation before HUD and subsequent litigation; corporate director and officer disputes; corporate derivative actions; landlord tenant litigation; Errors and Omissions claims; defamation litigation; professional malpractice matters; and products liability litigation.
Mr. Minko received his undergraduate degree in Management, graduating cum laude, from Binghamton University. He attended Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law Center, where he received his Juris Doctor, summa cum laude, graduating in the top 5% of his class. While in law school, he served as the Executive Editor of Nova Law Review, Volume 34, and was a recipient of the Nova Merit Scholarship. Mr. Minko also received Book Awards in law school for obtaining the highest grade in Constitutional Law and Advanced Legal Research.
Mr. Minko was selected by Super Lawyers Magazine as one of Florida’s Rising Stars of the legal profession in 2017-2020 - a selection of no more than 2.5% of licensed attorneys in the State of Florida based on peer nomination, professional achievements, independent research by Super Lawyers , and peer evaluation by practice area.
Mr. Minko also holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell for the highest level of professional excellence, which is a peer rating held only by an elite group 10% of all attorneys nationwide. He has also received the Platinum Client Champion award from Martindale-Hubbell, based upon numerous stellar client reviews, with an overall 100% recommendation rating, and an average performance/value rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
Awards & Recognitions
Super Lawyers Rising Stars: 2017 - 2020
Newsroom
News
•Defense Secures $270,000 Settlement in Miami-Dade Community Association Dispute
Recent Successful Trial, 5.1.2026
•Collaborative Defense and Appellate Team Secures Complete Victory in Condominium Dispute in Broward County, FL
Recent Successful Trial, 11.14.2025
•Fair Housing Act Complaints Dismissed in Broward County
Recent Successful Trial, 8.19.2025
•Dismissal in Fair Housing Act Complaint in Palm Beach County
Recent Successful Trial, 8.5.2025
•Complaint Dismissed in Fair Housing Act Case in Broward County
Recent Successful Trial, 7.25.2025
•Full Judgment Secured in a Two-Year Complex Community Association Dispute in Miami-Dade County
Recent Successful Trial, 5.21.2025
•Final Judgment - Community Association Precedent - South Florida
Recent Successful Trial, 3.30.2024
Publications
•Co-Authored with Jenna Updike & Natalia Morales, ' Florida Derivative Litigation in the Context of Condominium Associations, and the Court’s Deference to the Best Interests of the Corporation, ' 48, Nova Law Review, 55, 2023
Working with Craig on a business matter
Craig C. Minko is an Administrative Partner at the firm’s Fort Lauderdale East office. Mr. Minko is a State and Federal court civil litigator and trial lawyer, who focuses his practice in the following areas: business/commercial litigation; employment discrimination and retaliation complaints/investigations before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Florida Commission on Human…
Who Craig represents
Craig reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, civil rights, and employment matters in Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Craig Minko's legal education and bar admissions
Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law J.D. summa cum laude
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SUNY at Binghamton B.S. Management, cum laude
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Jurisdictions
Craig's state bar admissions
Florida U.S. Distric
2010 · ACTIVE
Craig studied at — in Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law J.D. summa cum laude and — in SUNY at Binghamton B.S. Management, cum laude.
Law school and academic background
Craig completed — in Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law J.D. summa cum laude and — in SUNY at Binghamton B.S. Management, cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Craig runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Craig Minko
Craig has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Craig's professional memberships and bar associations
Associations •The Florida Bar •Miami-Dade Bar •Broward County Bar Association •South Broward Bar Association, Vice President of the Board
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Locations
Craig Minko's office in Fort Lauderdale
Craig's primary office is at 110 Tower, 110 S. E. 6th Street, Suite 2700, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.
110 Tower, 110 S. E. 6th Street, Suite 2700
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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Client reviews of Craig Minko — 5.0/5 rating from 17 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Craig. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Fort Lauderdale.
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How to hire Craig Minko — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Craig usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Craig charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig'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; Craig will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Craig
Craig discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Craig confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Craig's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Craig Minko
How much does it cost to hire Craig for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Craig walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Craig offer a free consultation?
Craig charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Craig's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Florida typically take?
Simple business 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. Craig gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Craig take my case if I'm outside Fort Lauderdale?
Craig 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 — Craig 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 Craig?
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. Craig will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Craig accepting new business clients right now?
Craig's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Tampa in Florida
Craig handles business matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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