Laurie Michele Riley

Laurie Michele Riley, Business Attorney in Miami, Florida

Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Litigation · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

PartneratJones Walker LLP

Miami, FL

Practicing business in Miami since 1997.

29+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
1 client review
11
Bar admissions

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Laurie Michele Riley is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation. Laurie has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Walker LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Miami, FL
Experience
over 29 years
Known for
Business · Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Business, Employment, and Litigation matters from Miami, FL.
  • Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Laurie Michele Riley: Laurie Michele Riley is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation. Laurie has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Walker LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Laurie takes on

Laurie concentrates on business, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Laurie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Miami, Florida

Laurie 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 Laurie agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Miami, Florida

Laurie takes employment 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 Laurie agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Miami, Florida

Laurie 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 Laurie agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Laurie Michele Riley — business lawyer in Miami

Laurie Michele Riley is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Litigation. Laurie has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Walker LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Laurie Michele Riley is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, labor & employment. Laurie Michele received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years. Laurie Michele practices at Jones Walker LLP in Miami, FL.

How Laurie handles business matters

Laurie Michele Riley is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, labor & employment. Laurie Michele received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years. Laurie Michele practices at Jones Walker LLP in Miami, FL.

Who Laurie represents

Laurie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and litigation matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Tulane University

    J.D. · 1997

  • State University of New York at Binghamton

    B.A. · 1992

Jurisdictions

Laurie's state bar admissions

  • N.D. Fla

    2006 · ACTIVE

  • M.D. Fla

    2005 · ACTIVE

  • S.D. Fla

    2004 · ACTIVE

  • Florida

    2003 · ACTIVE

  • D. Colo

    2001 · ACTIVE

  • E.D. Ark

    2000 · ACTIVE

  • W.D. Ark

    2000 · ACTIVE

  • E.D. La

    1997 · ACTIVE

  • M.D. La

    1997 · ACTIVE

  • W.D. La

    1997 · ACTIVE

  • Louisiana

    1997 · ACTIVE

Laurie studied at J.D. in Tulane University and B.A. in State University of New York at Binghamton.

Law school and academic background

Laurie completed J.D. in Tulane University and B.A. in State University of New York at Binghamton. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Laurie runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Laurie has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Laurie's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Memberships •American Immigration Lawyers Association •Florida State Bar Association •Louisiana State Bar Association (Member, Section of Labor and Employment Law) •Society for Human Resource Management

    membership

Locations

Laurie Michele Riley's office in Miami

Laurie's primary office is at Miami Center, Suite 2600, 201 S Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL, 33131-4341. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Jones Walker LLP

Miami Center, Suite 2600, 201 S Biscayne Blvd.

Miami, FL 33131-4341

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Laurie Michele Riley — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Laurie. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Miami.

4.4

1 client review

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Hiring guide

How to hire Laurie Michele Riley — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Laurie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Laurie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laurie'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; Laurie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Miami, 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 Laurie

Laurie 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. Laurie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Laurie'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 Laurie Michele Riley

  • How much does it cost to hire Laurie for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Laurie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Laurie offer a free consultation?

    Laurie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laurie's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Laurie'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. Laurie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Laurie take my case if I'm outside Miami?

    Laurie 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 — Laurie 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 Laurie?

    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. Laurie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Laurie accepting new business clients right now?

    Laurie'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 Miami, Tampa and Orlando in Florida

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