Alexander J. Perkins

Alexander J. Perkins

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Admiralty & Maritime ... +2 more

1728 Coral Way Suite 702, Miami, FL

About Alexander

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 20%

Most of my cases involve clients who have been seriously injured, damaged or killed by another person or company. I bring claims or lawsuits against the at fault parties and their insurance companies seeking money to compensate clients for pain and suffering, medical bills and lost income. Car Accidents; Premises Liability, Negligent/Inadequate Security, Product Liability, Medical Malpractice

25 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-600 per hour

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 2 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2023

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 24 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2001

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 22 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2004

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Perkins Law Offices

1728 Coral Way Suite 702, Miami, FL, 33145

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Alexander J. Perkins's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

53 Client Reviews

5 star (53)
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Posted by Rock | January 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

In need of Help

Mr. Perkins and staff Karla were amazing to work with, their knowledge of the cruise ship industry and obligations to the passengers was so helpful in understanding my options and the steps necessary to provide. Communication and updates were outstanding, never a question of where we were in the proc...ess, or what was needed to be provided on my part. Mr. Perkins, very professional and direct to the point of what to expect, and true explanation of every step, knowing what I wanted to know, not knowing what the laws are in Florida, or having any knowledge of maritime law what so ever, which you need to have knowledge of. Finally, I felt confident and comfortable with his knowledge of my injury, in addition to the understanding of what I was going through to treat my injuries. Hire again if needed, without a question for sure. Thank you Mr. Perkins and staff for caring about me.

Posted by Ankur | November 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Representation and Outstanding Results

I highly recommend Perkins Personal Injury Lawyers without any reservation. Dealing with a horrific dog attack that left my wife and two young boys with multiple bites was a devastating experience. However, from the initial consultation to the final settlement, the Perkins team provided truly excepti...onal support. The level of professionalism, dedication, and deep empathy demonstrated by the entire staff is truly remarkable. They managed every aspect of our case with meticulous care. Alex's strategic insight was absolutely essential; he was on point with the strategy and skillfully navigated the complexities of the case to our benefit. Furthermore, the responsiveness of the support team was flawless. Special shout-outs go to Johnathan Padilla and Karla Ortiz for their outstanding client service. Their follow-up was always timely, and they responded quickly to all our matters, ensuring we were informed and comfortable at every stage of the legal process. Most importantly, Perkins Personal Injury Lawyers delivered a successful outcome, securing a favorable settlement that exceeded our expectations. They fought tirelessly on our behalf, proving their commitment to achieving justice for their clients. If you are looking for a firm that combines expert legal knowledge with genuine client care, Perkins is the definitive choice.

Posted by Carlos Legua | May 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Legal Support from a Trustworthy Team

I had a great experience with Alexander Perkins and team. They were professional, responsive, and truly took the time to explain everything in a way that made sense. I felt supported throughout the entire process, and they made a stressful situation much easier to navigate. Highly recommend this offi...ce if you’re looking for knowledgeable and caring legal help!

Posted by Karen Rivas. | April 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Alex Perkins una firma súper recomendada

Estoy muy agradecida por el trabajo que realizó El Abogado Alex perkins y su equipo dándome un buen resultado a mi favor siempre con mucha responsabilidad, ética ,profesionalismo Doy fe que es un excelente Abogado y claro que lo recomiendo y le doy sus ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Muchas gracias Alexander Perkins.

Posted by Angel | January 22, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Great Service

Alex Perkins and his team are the best at what they do. When it comes to personal injury, they are very knowledgeable, professional, and offer incredible service. Alex has consulted with me in the past and always delivered when needed. I highly recommend him and his firm.

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Alexander J. Perkins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Mann

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Alex as a fellow member of a prestigious network of distinguished attorneys. Alex is highly experienced and is familiar with the tactics insurers and their defense attorneys use to avoid paying claims. Alex is also very knowledgeable about the recent changes to Florida law affecting personal injury cases. I endorse Alex and would trust him with my own case!"

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Jesse Bernheim

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Alex is a highly skilled litigator that I have had the pleasure of working with over the last 15 years. I have recommended numerous potential clients to Alex over the years with tremendous confidence that Alex will serve their legal needs with the appropriate level of legal acumen and professionalism."

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Gordon Nicol

Business lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Professional through and through. Very knowledgeable and experienced attorney."

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Mark Clay

Business lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Perkins. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help."

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William Allen

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Alex and I worked together on a very complicated product defect case in the automotive industry arena. It involved multiple deaths and catastrophic injuries. The legal issues involved design, manufacture, and structural integrity of the vehicle, which was manufactured as part of a two-stage process. These cases are very complex and difficult and the other side will spend whatever it takes to defend them. The lawyers defending these cases are typically very experienced and competent. The experts you encounter, namely sophisticated engineers, have been involved in these cases for many years and are professional witnesses. In our case, we even had an astrophysicist. They are formidable opponents. Alex is fearless. He will not be intimidated and is committed on behalf of his clients to achieving the best possible result despite the difficulty of the task. I wholeheartedly endorse him. And, I'm proud to have him as a friend."

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John Ralls

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."

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Jose Baez

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked closely with Alex on several Personal Injury cases. He has the skill and experience to get maximum recoveries for clients. I trust him to co-counsel my civil litigation cases. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Todd Davis

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alex is a pro when it comes to personal injury issues. Whenever I have a PI question, I come to him first. I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Kuipers

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alexander is a well respected personal injury attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jacqueline Salcines

Commercial real estate lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A well respected personal injury lawyer in Miami. I endorse this lawyer."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Perkins. From his credentials Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community and striving for more and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos."

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Erick Platten

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alexander Perkins is an excellent choice for an attorney to defend your rights. I fully endorse this lawyers work without hesitation."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Matthew Mazur

Medical malpractice lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Alex works hard to obtain justice for his clients. He leaves no stone unturned. His clients are well represented."

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Garrett Biondo

Personal injury lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the pleasure of serving on several Board and Committees with Alex over the last couple of years. Simply put, he gets things done. He thrives under pressure and has the unique ability to never get frazzled no matter how many different directions he is pulled through his numerous commitments"

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James Shaw

Personal injury lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alex is a fine attorney. He is tenacious in his preparation and very concerned about obtaining the best results possible for his clients. Furthermore, Alex is energetic and eager to put in the extra work that is required for even the smallest of cases. One would be hard pressed to find an attorney who will work harder to obtain the results you desire."

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Patricia Kennedy

Personal injury lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Alex on a number of cases and have great respect for his work ethic and his skills. He is tenacious and leaves no stone unturned in his representation of his clients. I have seen Alex obtain terrific results on very difficult cases. He is a fine lawyer."

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Jonathan Mann

Appeals lawyer

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Jesse Bernheim

Defective and dangerous products lawyer

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William Allen

Defective and dangerous products lawyer

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Jose Baez

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ronald Manto

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sean Cleary

Personal injury lawyer

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John Phillips

Personal injury lawyer

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Barry Stein

Workers compensation lawyer

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Anthony Rubino

Criminal defense lawyer

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Patricia Kennedy

Personal injury lawyer

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Matthew Mazur

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Garrett Biondo

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Top Lawyers, Seven Figure Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Life Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2009

Legal Elite Up & Comer, Florida Trend Magazine

2009

Top Up and Comers, South Florida Legal Guide

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

Top Up and Comers, South Florida Legal Guide

2008

Top Up and Comers, Florida Legal Elite

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Managing Partner, Perkins Law Offices P.A.

2005 - 2013

Partner, Leesfield & Partners

2001 - 2005

Attorney, Nicklaus & Associates, P.A.

Associations

2014 - Present

Miami Beach Bar Association

President

2006 - Present

Florida Justice Association

Member

2005 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

Miami-Dade County Bar Association

Member

Miami Beach Bar Association

Board of Directors

2013 - 2013

Miami Beach Bar Association

Past President-Elect

2011 - 2012

Miami Beach Bar Association

Past Vice President

2006 - 2008

Florida Justice Association (Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers)

Board Member YLD

Sample of Legal Cases

Design District

Dismissal with Prejudice , 16 Million Dollar sale of property

Confidential Sttelement

$1,725,000

Finley v State Farm Insurance

$1,100,000 settlement

Obrien

$1,000,000 settlement

Sheeley v. Peterson

$700,000 Settlement

Confidential Settlement

$2,500,000

Confidential Settlement

$850,000 Settlement

Confidential Settlement

10.5 million dollar settlement

Confidential Settlement

$800,000

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Education

2001

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of Maryland

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Annual Installation

Moderator

Publications

2009

The New Times Miami Death And Tacos

2005

Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Law Journal Frequently Addressed Evidentiary Issues for the Trucking Accident Trial Lawyer

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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