Richard Alyn Schurr

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Richard Alyn Schurr

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Coral Gables, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Business

100 Almeria Avenue, Suite 340, Coral Gables, FL

About Richard

Biography

We aggressively represent our client's best interest while seeking cost effective timely solutions.

Buying / selling business, contract drafting & enforcement, employment agreements, and trusts.

We handle all aspects of family law matters including enforcement and modification of agreements.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 70%

Divorce, family mediation, post judgment, child support, pre and post nuptial agreements, child custody, domestic violence, restraining orders, injunctions, forensic accounting.

31 years

70%
Business 30%

Contract drafting and enforcement, sale of business, shareholder agreements and operating agreements, mediation, receivership, IRS audits, and tax issues.

31 years

30%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in California for 29 years

State: California

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 30 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1995

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Colorado for 28 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1997

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Richard Alyn Schurr

100 Almeria Avenue, Suite 340, Coral Gables, FL, 33134

www.richardschurr.com

Richard Alyn Schurr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 16 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Nathan | October 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding attorney ! I highly recommend him.

Rick did an incredible job throughout the whole divorce process. I had seen various attorneys previously and my experience was that he was by far the smartest, most competent, and fastest. To give you a point of comparison, my ex-wife went through three different attorneys, each one looking good on p...aper and ultimately being a disaster (which played in my favor). Rick is very talented, and understands the needs of his clients. He was always very professional and provided excellent and consistent feedback and advice. I was confronted with a challenging divorce, with my ex-wife that did not work for the past 12 years, and significant assets and properties in the US and abroad. All sorts of unexpected issues arose during my case (sudden request from my ex-wife to relocate with the children, changes in her position and requests, new lawyers appointed, etc) and throughout it all Rick provided excellent guidance. Rick was great as well at providing reassurance in the moments of tension and doubt, and also ensuring that we kept a hard position when needed. His extensive financial background with knowledge of taxes/finances/alimony/child support guidelines allowed him to calculate in a few minutes what the CPA or other attorneys took extensive time on their computers to do! This clearly played in our favor during our negotiations. Rick was also very strong in convincing the opposing party to abandon any of their non-realistic claims, and to take the conversation back to our position. Rick is an extremely strong negotiator, and I saw how he was far superior to the other attorneys in mediation and throughout the whole divorce process. He understood my desire to limit costs and find a settlement, while ensuring the outcome was favorable to me. I am very pleased with the overall result and agreement reached, and furthermore saved a tremendous amount by avoiding having to go to court. I would therefore highly recommend Richard Schurr to anyone seeking top tier legal counsel.

Posted by Jill | November 14, 2014 | Child Support

Excellent!

I hired Mr. Schurr after years of frustration in dealing with the legal system and child support issues. I was very apprehensive in turning my personal matters over to the hands of an attorney, but he was highly recommended to me, and I was getting nowhere on my own. I have nothing but positive th...ings to say about my whole experience with Mr. Schurr, his team, and his office staff. I was overwhelmed with his knowledge of the law, his compassionate mannerism and ability to get matters resolved quickly and efficiently. I was constantly kept up to date and was always answered with a timely response whenever I had a question regarding my case. Family law involves a great deal of emotion and turmoil, however Mr. Schurr is an excellent legal representative who understands and respects these issues.

Posted by Michelle | August 15, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent!

I hired Mr Schurr after a year of unsuccessful, costly negotiation while represented by another attorney. By the time I found Mr Schurr, I was exasperated and untrusting of the legal process all together. Mr Schurr was unflappable in the face of opposing counsel's antics. He was reliable, professiona...l and confident which was a great relief to me. He managed to turn what had become a circus back into a legal process which is now finally over. He does a great job anticipating outcomes and managing the obstacles to a speedy resolve. His experience in finance proved to be invaluable in my case. His office staff is responsive and was usually one step ahead of me. My only regret is that I didn't find him from the beginning. Fantastic attorney!

Posted by Katherine | November 20, 2013

Exemplary

I find myself extremely proud to be recommending Rick Schurr. I have been a client of his for 5 years. I can only say that he is one of the most brilliant attorneys I have come across. He quickly establishes a good rapport with his clients and is meticulous about his representation. Most everyone... knows of his intellectual ability, lofty ideals, and commitment to success.

Posted by Rene | November 19, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Excellent attorney!

Rick represented me in a difficult, contentious property case. My case was particularly complicated because it involved division of property both within and outside of the state of Florida and joint assets. I firmly believe there is no other attorney who could have represented me and achieved such ...successful results. Rick was truly my advocate; he provided advice throughout the entire process that proved to be sound, practical counsel. Rick is highly intelligent, thorough, and ethical. He has a keen analytical mind and a winning personality. He possesses the very best of qualities that you could want in someone who represents you.

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Richard Alyn Schurr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Jeffrey

Litigation lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Mr. Schurr on several matters, and give his work the highest possible endorsement."

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Raymond Rafool

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Rick on cases and found him to be not only knowledgeable and well prepared, but creative and aggressive. Rick is an excellent attorney whom I know I can rely on when I am involved in a case with him. Rick is a great advocate for his clients and cares for them and their causes."

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Barry Yablen

Family lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I litigated a Family case last year against Rick and found him to be a formidable advocate and able to achieve positive results for his client. It is without hesitation that I give Rick this positive endorsement."

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Katie Sager

Family lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Schurr on a variety of family law matters. Mr. Schurr is extremely knowledgeable in his areas of practice, has an impeccable work ethic and is an excellent litigator and mediator."

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Cynthia Dienstag

Litigation lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.He is prepared, knowledgeable, and cares to obtain the best outcome for his client. His arguments are well thought and persuasive. He is an active and respected member of our professional community."

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Christy Hertz

Business lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Rick as co-counsel in many of my family law cases. Rick has served as my expert in business and taxation law. He is an excellent litigator and strategist. I highly recommend Rick as an attorney and mediator."

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Safa Hodges

Tax lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent work ethic. Impressive knowledge of the applicable law. Superb negotiation skills."

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Astrid Bismarck

Business lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Schurr is a very good attorney, who has assisted me with some complex legal and business related issues. I would engage his services again in the future. I believe his common sense approach to complex situations is invaluable."

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Jena Atlass

Family lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have served as co-counsel with Rick on several matters in the family law arena. He is thoughtful in his process and knowlegeable with the issues at hand. His strong background in tax provides his clients with an additional expertise that assists greatly in his negotiation of settlement agreements."

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Marisa Iasenza

General practice lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Schurr is extremely knowledgeable about a variety of areas of the law and his firm is well known for providing exceptional quality legal representation. I have worked with Mr. Schurr on a number of legal matters for more than 15 years. Mr. Schurr brings a unique and creative problem solving approach to his clients' legal matters. He is known for going the extra mile on behalf of his clients and obtaining consistently excellent results."

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Katie Sager

Family lawyer

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Jesse Valiente

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Barry Yablen

Family lawyer

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Alan Dagen

Litigation lawyer

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Raymond Rafool

Family lawyer

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Christy Hertz

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Astrid Bismarck

Family lawyer

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Jena Atlass

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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2024

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2023

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2022

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2021

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2020

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2019

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2018

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2016

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2016

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2015

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2015

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2014

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2014

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2013

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2013

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2013

AV Rated - Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Florida's Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2013

Superlawyer, Thompson Rueters

2012

AV Rated - Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Member of 2011 Who's Who, Presidential Who's Who

2011

Florida's Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

1993

American Jurisprudence Award, Am. Jur. Thomas Rueters

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Managing Partner, Richard A. Schurr, P.A.

Associations

2012 - Present

General Magistrate & Child Support Hearing Office Committee

Committee Member

2012 - Present

Life, Health and Annuity License

State of Florida

2011 - Present

11th Judicial Cir. Unlicensed Practice of Law Committee

Committee Member

2010 - Present

Parenting Coordinator Advisory Committee

Board Member

2005 - Present

Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator

2003 - Present

Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator

1996 - Present

United States Tax Court

1995 - Present

United States District for the Southern District of Florida

Coral Gables Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

International Representation

Successful Representation

UBS Swiss Bank Case

Successfully negotiated resolutions with IRS.

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Education

2011

Harvard University Law School

1995

University of Miami School of Law

LL.M.

1994

Whittier Coll SOL

Juris Doctor

1993

University of Illinois College of Law

1991

California St Univ Fullerton

B.A.

1989

College For Financial Planning

CFP - Certified Financial Planner

Speaking Engagements

2011

2011 Lockup

MDA

Publications

1995

Whittier Law Review Burson v. Freeman: Where The Right To Vote Meets The Freedom To Speak

N/A

Various Mr. Schurr has been interviewed and/or quoted by: The Miami Herald, The Sun Sentinel, The Palm Beach Post, Fortune Small Business Magazine, The South Florida Business Journal, Harvard Civil Rights - Civil Liberties Law Review, Virginia Law Review, and Miami Today.

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Fortune Small Business Mr. Schurr was notably interviewed by Fortune Small Business (FSB) Magazine after he successfully participated in an arbitration of one of the earliest cyber-squatting cases, pursuant to the then newly created Internet Arbitration procedures established by ICANN.

Languages

English

Spanish

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