Spencer Marc Aronfeld
About Spencer
Biography
Aronfeld Trial Lawyers In high school one of my dearest childhood friends, Carrie Marcus, was diagnosed with incurable cancer. At the time, I did not even know what that meant.
She missed most of our senior year. And when she came back to school she parked in a handicap space. She did not have the handicap decal and the school gave her a number of parking tickets. One day in class, she was telling this to our teacher. He told her to tell the principal. I asked if I could go and help her.
I went to the principal and “argued” her case. He could see that she was ill, far more than I realized and agreed to waive the parking tickets. She thanked me for speaking for her.
That event stuck with me in my life. I had an enormous feeling of happiness, knowing that I was able to help my friend. I was always told that I would make a good lawyer. No one ever said that I would make a good anything else. Not a good bicycle racer, football player, cook or doctor. It was always, “you would make a good lawyer”.
I was not sure I wanted to go to law school. I was intimidated by the big books that law students dragged around. My father told me I would love law school, I thought he was crazy since I always had hated school. He was right, I was wrong. Once in law school I decided that I liked the idea of representing people. Real Estate Wills and Bankruptcy never appealed to me.
Upon graduation from law school I decided to focus all of my energies into the representation of the weak, the hurt, the forgotten and those who cannot speak for themselves. I have refused representing big business, insurance companies or the government. To me, every client is Carrie Marcus and I am proud of it.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
35 years | 289 cases
35 years | 1,049 cases
35 years | 3,352 cases
35 years | 333 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
1%-100%
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Licensed in Florida for 34 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1991
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1999
Licensed in District of Columbia for 33 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1993
Location
Aronfeld Trial Lawyers, P.A.
1 Alhambra Plaza, Penthouse Floor, Coral Gables, FL, 33134
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Spencer Marc Aronfeld's Reviews
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Posted by Candace | July 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Thank You, Mr. Spencer Aronfeld!
I have always been aware of the kind intervention of God in my life, and I truly believe my "direction" to Spencer Aronfeld after a shipboard accident, was no exception. Spencer Aronfeld is a compassionate, truthful, and ethical champion of all situations in which innocence stands against malfeasanc...
Posted by Charles | November 4, 2019 | Hired Attorney
The Aronfeld Team is AWESOME.
I am so grateful for your passion, dedication, and professionalism. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate the amazing legal work you did on my behalf. I am blown away by your integrity and all the hard work you did on our behalf. I know you have a lot of clients, but yet you treated me as if I wa...
Posted by Margie | May 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Service!
I suffered two broken ribs and sustained other injuries from a fall in the Art Gallery on a cruise ship. Aronfeld Trial Lawyers handled my case with speed, compassion, and efficiency! I do not live in Florida but business was still handled effectively and in a timely manner by us exchanging informa...
Spencer Aronfeld
Replied last May 31, 2019Thank you dear Margie. It was our pleasure and privilege to represent you.
Posted by Phyllis | May 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Phyllis
I had contacted Mr. Aronfeld to represent me in a claim against RCCL. He and his entire staff handled my case extremely professionally and answered all of my questions with care. The lawsuit reached a prompt, successful conclusion and I would highly recommend his law firm.
Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
Community Leader & Great Network
Spencer exceeds expectations by his professionalism and outstanding positive guidance. He executes the plans he sets forth and will put the energy and care into your case. An approachable, appreciative lawyer that offers a kind helping hand to all his clients. Spencer is someone to trust.
Spencer Marc Aronfeld's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Spencer on several cases and find him to be extremely professional and skilled in personal injury cases, particularly in the maritime and admiralty law fields. He is a tenacious advocate for his clients and has an incredible work ethic. I highly recommend him!"
"I wholeheartedly endorse Spencer in the area of maritime and admiralty personal injury. Spencer is a dedicated, compassionate, knowledgeable, and aggressive attorney, and a downright excellent trial lawyer. He has a way with juries and case presentation that very few in this field can match. He is my "go to" guy for these matters, and also for my medical malpractice and personal injury referrals."
"Spencer Aronfeld is one of the country's most respected cruise ship passenger injury lawyers. I have referred him clients in the past and he was able to get a great result. I recommend his firm for anyone who has been hurt on a Carnival, Royal Caribbean or Celebrity cruise"
"I have referred cases to Spencer. The clients I referred have routinely thanked me for the referral. Their appreciation is due to Spencer's knowledge about the applicable law and the compassionate manner in which he handled their cases."
"I have referred multiple personal injury matters to Spencer and he handled them with a high level of expertise and care for his clients."
"I recently worked with Spencer on a minor's personal injury case that became a guardianship. He did an excellent job for the client and got a great settlement for the client."
"I have known Spencer Aronfeld for several years. Spencer is an exceptional personal injury attorney. Spencer is an expert in cruise ship / passenger injury cases and always takes the time to thoroughly explain personal injury cases in manner which is understandable to his clients. Spencer has assisted many of my clients in obtaining favorable judgments. Spencer is a tenacious litigator who always has the best interest and welfare of his clients as his top priority."
"I was fortunate to work with Spencer on an admiralty and maritime matter involving an important client and friend. Spencer's level of service and attention to the matter exceeded even my high expectations. I would recommend him without reservation to any prospective client or colleague."
"When I need a cruise ship injury attorney in Miami, I only refer those cases to Spencer Aronfeld. He is trustworthy and intelligent and works hard for the client to achieve the best result possible. If you are in need of a lawyer for your cruise line accident case, you need to call Spencer."
"Spencer Aronfeld is truly a lawyers lawyer when it comes to litigation and the use of social media. Spencer shows a concern for his clients. He cares and is passionate about the people he represents. I highly recommend Spencer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Mr. Aronfeld for several years, and he has proved to be the most active and responsive class action attorney I know. His obvious concern for clients, and his zeal in seeing to it that they are justly compensated, are legendary within the South Florida community. You'll be a happy client if Spencer takes your case."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"One of the best top notch Lawyers in all of Florida!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Spencer is a true advocate for his clients and the community.Not only is he one of the nation's top class action attorneys, he is also an extremely active member of our community (having founded Lawyers to the Rescue, a non-profit organization created to help those in need). His enthusiasm, drive and energy is unsurpassed."
"Spencer is a fantastic attorney and fellow graduate of the Trial Lawyer's College. He gets to know his clients and is a tireless worker. Well respected by judges and fellow lawyers you are in good hands with Me. Aronfeld."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1999.
Admonishment issued in FL, 1999
updated on 01/25/2015An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
“Nearly 15 years ago, I represented a little girl born with a severe birth defect. The doctor I sued and his lawyers filed a complaint against me with the Florida Bar for the aggressive way I handled the case. I was a young lawyer and the media was involved in the case. I am proud of how hard I worked for this girl and the result that we were able to achieve.”
Honors
2015
Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice, South Florida Legal Guide
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Personal Injury, South Florida Legal Gude
2014
Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers
2013
Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide
2012
Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide
2011
Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide
2010
Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide
2009
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide
2008
AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide
2007
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Up and Comer, South Florida Legal Guide
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Up and Comer, South Florida Legal Guide
2006
Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers
2005
Up and Comer, South Florida Legal Guide
2003
Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyers, Florida Bar
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Founding Partner, Aronfeld Trial Lawyers, P.A.
Associations
2014 - Present
Maritime Law Association of the United StatesMember
2010 - Present
Lawyers to the RescueFounding Member
2010 - Present
Attorney Breakfast ClubFounding Member
2010 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
1993 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2007 - 2008
Miami-Dade Justice AssociationMember
1998 - 2015
Florida Justice Association (Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers)Eagle Member
1998 - 2016
American Association for JusticeMember`
Sample of Legal Cases
Defense Verdict
$5.5 Million Verdict for Plaintiff
Defense Verdict
$100,000.00
Resolved prior to trial.
Education
1991
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1988
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1983
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Languages
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