Seda Aktas
About Seda
Biography
Seda Aktas has over a decade of experience in domestic business transactions and litigation. She focuses on business transactions with an emphasis on real estate and is lead counsel on our litigation team. Seda began her legal career as a prosecutor exposed to in-the-trenches litigation experience. As defense counsel, she’s defended hundreds of clients before State and Federal Courts, juries, and administrative bodies. As general counsel, she favors counseling clients in preventing litigation by negotiating strong agreements, and ushering individuals and entities at the initiation of their business and real estate pursuits as well as when legal obstacles arise along the way. She’s a member of the D.C. and Florida Bar Associations, a part of Real Estate Committee of Miami Dade Bar Association, and a Board-Certified trial lawyer. Born in Istanbul, Turkey, she speaks both English and Turkish.
Attorney and Practice Magazine’s Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorney in Florida, 2020
Top American Lawyers in Florida, 2018
Associate Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America (LCA) 2017 (< 1% of lawyers in the U.S.)
Board Certified Specialist in Criminal Trial Law, The Florida Bar, 2016.
Best Attorneys in America, Rue Ratings, 2015 (< 1% of lawyers in the U.S.)
AV-Preeminent Rating in Litigation and Criminal Law, Martindale Hubbell, 2015
Nation’s Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel, 2015
Top 10 Under 40 in Florida, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys, 2015
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers, 2014
“Superb” Attorney Rating, , 2014
“Client’s Choice” Rating, , 2014
“10 out of 10” Rating, , 2014
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Texas for 5 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 5 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 17 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Seda Aktas
701 Brickell Avenue, Ste. 1550, Miami, FL, 33131
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Seda Aktas's Reviews
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36 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Dui case
I recommend she was courtesy she was willing to listen to my concern she help me to reduced my case to better deal I recommend her to anyone needing legal services
Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2015 | Expungement
Domestic violence with a deadly weapon
I'm so happy that my case was closed and able to get expunged out of my record! I'm a woman and it was a self defense situation with my brother that's turned out the way it was supposed to be ! Thanks so much ..... Great lawyer will recommend her 100% no questions asked the process was do quik I got...
Posted by Tracey | March 20, 2015
Above and beyond any Expectation
Seda is truly exceptional. Not only is she professional and smart, she is compassionate and caring. Our family hired her long distance and she always stayed in touch, answered all emails and returned phone calls. She is honest and trustworthy. I highly recommend her to anyone that have high expectat...
Posted by anonymous | June 27, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Domestic Violence
Attorney Seda Aktas handled my case diligently and hiring her as my attorney proved to be one of the best choices I have ever made as my case ended up getting dismissed. After wasting time and money with a previous attorney, I then went to Seda and she handled my case to the best of her ability and t...
Posted by Erin | May 30, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Top Notch Defense
I first met Ms. Aktas while incarcerated. She was my liaison between the inside and outside worlds. I am forever grateful to her and to my mother who sought her out and retained her services subsequent to my arrest. Seda went above and beyond for me which included taking my calls on off-hours and eve...
Seda Aktas's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Seda is one of my favorites. She is a darn good lawyer, super smart, and always willing to help a colleague. With her as your advocate, you can't go wrong."
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"I have known Seda or over 10 years and have witnessed her growth into one of the most outstanding Criminal Defense attorneys in her field. She is witty, kind and passionate for the law. She demonstrates the qualities that make her an ethical pillar in the legal community I would not hesitate to refer Seda any criminal matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Seda is a top notch attorney who is highly respected among the legal community."
"Seda Aktas is an excellent attorney. Her passion coupled with her excellent trial skills make her a top notch attorney."
"Seda has clearly established herself as a top criminal attorney in the State of Florida, and it is only a matter of time before her trial and litigation skills are recognized on a national level. Seda is truly a "lawyer's lawyer"—fearless, confident, articulate, hard-working, experienced, and caring. In addition, her ability to connect with people is unparalleled and enables her to effectively communicate her clients' stories to juries. I highly recommend Seda to my clients, colleagues, friends, and family."
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"Seda is an incredible attorney! Her past experience as a prosecutor has provided her with the knowledge and the experience necessary to be very successful in the field of Criminal Defense. She is very devoted to her clients, is a hard worker and is very passionate about what she does. I enjoy working with her as Of Counsel to her Firm and highly recommend her to anyone who needs a criminal defense attorney!"
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"Ms. Aktas is a smart, resourceful and tough criminal defense attorney. I worked with her very closely for over 1 year and I have seen first hand her excellent trial, motion and negotiation skills. She is also great with her clients and a pleasure to work with."
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"Seda is a great criminal defense attorney. I have known her since law school and she is always professional, courteous, and a great advocate. I endorse this attorney."
"Seda is a hard working and aggressive attorney. She will fight to achieve her client's desired result. She is trustworthy and knowledgeable. I endorse Seda."
"I endorse this lawyer. Seda is a passionate, confident, effective advocate and I am proud to call her my colleague."
"I endorse this lawyer. Seda is a hard working, diligent, competent and experienced criminal attorney who will do a great job for her clients!"
"Ms. Aktas is an excellent attorney. She is able to communicate well with clients, prosecutors, and Judges. I would recommend her services."
"I endorse this lawyer.She is bright, professional, well-spoken, HIGHLY intelligent, and a great asset to the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Elite Advocate, American Institute of Legal Advocates
2017
Member, Top American Lawyers
2017
Associate Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
2017
Top 10% in the USA, Lawyers of Distinction
2016
Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar
2016
Best Attorneys of America, Rue Ratings
2016
Associate Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
2015
Nation's Top 1% of Attorneys, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
10 Best - Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2014
Nationally Ranked Top 10 Under 40 - Criminal Law, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2013
Top Contributor, Avvo
2013
Client's Choice, Avvo
2013
Superb Rating, Avvo
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Lead Counsel, Aktas Law, P.A.
2015 - 2017
Principal, AKTAS⎮HINDEN
2013 - 2013
Faculty, NITA Florida Deposition Program
2010 - 2012
Attorney, Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel (4th District)
2008 - 2010
Prosecuting Attorney, State Attorney's Office
Associations
2018 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaMember
2013 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh CircuitMember
2012 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of FloridaMember
2008 - Present
Florida BarMember
Education
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
Certificate in International Relations
2005
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Turkish
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