How much does it cost to hire Richard for a adr case?

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

Does Richard offer a free consultation?

Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.

How long do adr cases in Florida typically take?

Simple adr 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. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Richard take my case if I'm outside Miami?

Richard 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 — Richard 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 Richard?

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

Is Richard accepting new adr clients right now?

Richard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Richard D. Rusak, ADR Attorney in Miami

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Richard D. Rusak is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Insurance. Richard has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A..

Based in: Miami, FL
Experience: over 24 years
Known for: ADR · General · Insurance

Handles ADR, General, and Insurance matters from Miami, FL.
Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Richard D. Rusak

Richard concentrates on adr, general, insurance, litigation, and maritime. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Miami, Florida

Richard takes adr 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

General cases in Miami, Florida

Richard takes general 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Miami, Florida

Richard 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Miami, Florida

Richard 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Maritime cases in Miami, Florida

Richard takes maritime 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Richard D. Rusak — Over 24 years of Florida adr experience

Richard D. Rusak is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Insurance. Richard has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A..

Richard Dennis Rusak is a Partner in the firm's Miami office and Board Certified in Marine/Admiralty Law by the Florida Bar Board of Legal Education and Specialization since 2010. He is an accomplished trial lawyer with two decades of litigation and appellate experience in federal and state courts and primarily represents major insurance companies, ship owners and marinas in marine/admiralty defense cases. Mr. Rusak also practices in the areas of hospitality defense, trucking accidents, first party insurance litigation, property damage claims, products liability, wrongful death, and personal injury litigation.

Mr. Rusak involves himself in document-intensive investigation and extensive discovery to formulate litigation strategies, while consistently working with claims specialists to develop and implement successful litigation, settlement, and trial strategies. In addition to defense litigation, he handles declaratory relief actions, contract drafting and all aspects of case management from inception through appeal.

In 2016, Mr. Rusak obtained the highest maritime verdict in Florida. He has argued before trial and appellate courts and has received over 85 reported decisions. He has also won multiple dismissals with prejudice, summary judgments, a directed verdict in a personal injury case and defense judgements in product liability trials. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Rusak was a partner with a regional law firm handling crewmember and passenger personal injury claims, maritime lien enforcements, marine property, and other commercial disputes.

Mr. Rusak received his Juris Doctor cum laude from the University of Miami School of Law in 2002 and Bachelor of Arts cum laude from Monmouth University in West Long Branch, NJ in 1999, graduating with majors in History and Political Science.

Awards & Recognitions

The Best Lawyers in America , Admiralty and Maritime Law, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Product Liability Litigation - Defendants, recognized since 2024

Maritime Attorney of the Year Finalist, ALM's Daily Business Review Florida Legal Awards, 2025

Super Lawyers 2016 - 2019

Super Lawyers Rising Stars: 2010 - 2015

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News

•Complete Summary Judgment Secured for Dock Builder in $1.8 Million Yacht Fire Case in Lee County, FL
Recent Successful Trial, 1.16.2026
•Fort Lauderdale Tugboat Company Exonerated in $4M Yacht Sinking Case
Recent Successful Trial, 12.9.2025
•Summary Judgment in Rear-End Collision Case in Miami-Dade CO
Recent Successful Trial, 5.22.2025

Publications

•“The Shipowners’ Limitation of Liability Act: Pitfalls of the Unwary,” Co-Author
•“Plowing Your Way into Environmental Liabilities in South Florida,” Co-Author

How Richard handles adr matters

Richard Dennis Rusak is a Partner in the firm's Miami office and Board Certified in Marine/Admiralty Law by the Florida Bar Board of Legal Education and Specialization since 2010. He is an accomplished trial lawyer with two decades of litigation and appellate experience in federal and state courts and primarily represents major insurance companies, ship owners and marinas in marine/admiralty…

The kind of cases Richard takes

Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, general, and insurance matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Richard D. Rusak's legal education and bar admissions

University of Miami School of Law(J.D., cum laude Monmouth University B.A. History and Political Science, cum laude
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Richard studied at — in University of Miami School of Law(J.D., cum laude Monmouth University B.A. History and Political Science, cum laude.

Law school and academic background

Richard completed — in University of Miami School of Law(J.D., cum laude Monmouth University B.A. History and Political Science, cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Richard D. Rusak's office in Miami

Richard'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.

Main office

Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.

Dadeland Centre II, 9150 South Dadeland Boulevard, Suite 1400

Miami, FL 33156

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Hiring guide

How to hire Richard D. Rusak — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Miami, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Richard

Richard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Richard D. Rusak

How much does it cost to hire Richard for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Richard offer a free consultation?
Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Florida typically take?
Simple adr 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. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Richard take my case if I'm outside Miami?
Richard 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 — Richard 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 Richard?
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. Richard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Richard accepting new adr clients right now?
Richard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Community Q&A

Real questions asked by Florida residents in the last few months, answered by adr attorneys like Richard D. Rusak. Each link opens the full answer thread.

Is Mediation Required Before Filing A Personal Injury Lawsuit In Florida?
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1 verified answer · ADR · Florida
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I reported a workplace harassment issue in Chicago, IL, but I want to avoid a lengthy legal battle. My HR department suggested mediation as a way to resolve the issue amicably. I’m
1 verified answer · ADR · Illinois
Is Mediation Confidential For Business Disputes In Nevada?
I’m involved in a business dispute in Las Vegas, NV, and I’m thinking about mediation. I’m concerned about privacy and what might happen if the details get out. Is mediation confid
1 verified answer · ADR · Nevada
Can Mediation Help Resolve A Debt Dispute In South Carolina?
I live in Charleston, SC, and I’m dealing with debt collectors regarding an unpaid medical bill. I really want to resolve this without going to court. I’ve heard mediation can be a
1 verified answer · ADR · South Carolina
Can I Mediate A Child Custody Dispute In California If We Agree?
I live in Los Angeles, CA, and my ex-partner and I have agreed to some terms regarding child custody after our separation in June 2023. We think mediation could help finalize our a
1 verified answer · ADR · California
Can Mediation Help Resolve An HOA Dispute In Arizona?
I’ve been having issues with my homeowners association in Scottsdale, AZ, over some unfair fines. I feel like we could reach a compromise, but I don’t know if mediation is an optio
1 verified answer · ADR · Arizona

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Miami, Tampa and Orlando in Florida

Richard handles adr matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.

Richard D. Rusak, ADR Attorney in Miami, Florida

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