$ 375-450 per hour
Keith M. Stern, an employment attorney, litigates complex individual and class/collective actions in federal courts throughout Florida and the United States. Mr. Stern is dedicated to vindicating workers’ rights in all aspects of their employment. Mr. Stern’s wage & hour practice focuses on securing unpaid overtime wages for employees who have been: improperly classified as “independent contractors” or as “exempt;” paid straight-time wages for their overtime hours worked; subjected to deductions from their salaried wages for only partial day’s absences from work; shorted hours from their paycheck despite working more than forty (40) hours per week; deprived of overtime compensation for time spent traveling for their job throughout the course of a work day; paid commission wages without being paid any overtime pay; and paid in tips without receiving the full extent of their wages, including the minimum wage, required by law.
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Practice Areas
25 years | 2,500 cases
25 years | 500 cases
$ 375-450 per hour
33%-40%
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One Flagler, 14 NE 1st Ave, Ste 800, Miami, FL, 33132
25 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by larry schlegel | December 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Hard working attorney
hiring a attorney is extremely Stressfull,trust me,but rest assured the law office of Keith stern as a whole is hands down the choice,they were very Dilligent ,professional and kept me involved in every step of the way,not one time was I left in the dark.They took time out to explain everything to me...
Posted by Christina | November 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Quick, Honest and Helpful
The office both Hazel and Keith were extremely responsive. I knew (and understood) exactly what was going on, what rights I had and how the case was going to be handled. I felt like I could reach out, ask questions and feel comfortable. I am extremely grateful for the assistance.
Posted by Gustavo | November 20, 2016 | Employment & Labor
Wrongful termination claim and Overtime claim.
I contacted Keith M. Stern firm when I was trying to file a lawsuit to my former employer. Mr. Stern told me what he can do it and what I should do it in order to sue my employer. I agreed with his advise, however, after our conversation I received from my employer a Severance pay offer and I notifie...
Posted by Sam | November 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Effective Comunication.
I had 24/7 effective communication with the office on questions, answers and verification each time there is a hurdle. End result we all crossed all hurdles with positive results, there were no winners or loosers all parties ended with shake hands and smile.
Posted by Jodie | July 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
No need to worry!
Keith Stern was great! I was very skeptical about pursuing anything towards a previous employer but I knew I was treated unfairly. When I had my consult with him he made me feel at ease and anything I did not understand he patiently explained to me everything step by step. Even through the whole proc...
"I've known Keith since 2013 and we've worked together on two successful cases. He's an outstanding lawyer and fights hard for his clients. I highly recommend him."
"Keith is an expert in Employment & Labor law. His vast experience is demonstrated in his zealous and passionate representation of his clients. He is caring and provides personal attention to each client's needs."
"Excellent attorney who focuses on employment law matters. I have had cases both against him and as co-counsel and have always been impressed."
"I have worked with Keith on numerous wage and hour FLSA cases. Keith is an excellent lawyer who is very knowledgeable about employment law and is an excellent advocate for clients."
"Keith Stern is perhaps the leading source expert on issues pertaining to employment law in South Florida. In addition to his firm grasp of case law and legal trends, he treats clients with limitless professionalism and respect."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015 - Present
Founder/Owner, Law Office of Keith M. Stern, P.A.
2004 - Present
Of Counsel Attorney, Shavitz Law Group
2001 - 2004
Founder/Owner, Keith M. Stern, P.A.
2000 - 2001
Associate, Allen, Noton & Blue, P.A.
2001 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
Federal appellate Court ruled that the standard to determine whether a local business is an enterprise covered by the FLSA is whether the "goods" or "materials" used or sold by the business were previously produced for or traveled across State lines.
Florida appellate court held that employer was not entitled to summary judgment of employee's unlawful termination claim because employee with HIV was "handicapped" under Florida law.
Federal Appeals Court ruled in favor of employee's entitlement to be receive the settlement money.
Employee prevailed in recovering unemployment compensation benefits.
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BS - Bachelor of Science
English
Spanish
Legal Answers
I spoke to a FL attorney about my unpaid overtime case and he sent me a contract stating he would be paid all the attorney fees?
05 May 2025
Employee retaliation against a injured worker?
11 Sep 2019
Does a settlement in a class action case preclude me from seeking back overtime pay?
20 Aug 2019