Norman M. Waas

Norman M. Waas

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 39 years

Medical malpractice Lawyer at Coral Gables, FL
Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury

135 San Lorenzo Avenue, Suite 500, Coral Gables, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 39 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1986

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Falk Waas Hernandez

135 San Lorenzo Avenue, Suite 500, Coral Gables, FL, 33146

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Norman M. Waas's Reviews

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Posted by Carol | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Health Care

Review of Norman Waas, Esq.

Mr. Waas is professional and an excellent attorney. He has represented our healthcare clients for the past 15+ years. He has a thorough knowledge of medicine and the applicable law which is evident in the consistently excellent results he obtains for our cases. Myself as well as our clients are keenl...y aware of his integrity and commitment and the passion he exudes for his work. He is a pleasure work with.

Posted by Med Mal Investigator | September 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Medical Malpractice

Medical Malpractice

I have worked with Norman and his firm for over 20 years. Norman has shown the ability to handle extremely complex medical cases for all of our clients. We have always been extremely satisfied with his work , professionalism and exceptional interpersonal skills. We are lucky to have Norman in our co...rner.

Posted by Carmen | September 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Medical Malpractice Claim Representative

Norman is extremely intelligent, well versed, and experienced in malpractice and insurance defense. Norman is extremely experienced in providing us with excellent claim management advice and always works to ensure our client's interests are always protected.

Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2008 | Medical Malpractice

Claims and Insurance Manager

I have worked with Mr. Waas for more than 20 years and he has handled many difficult, sensitive and complicated professional liability cases for my hospitals. We have always been extremely satisfied with his work product, excellent settlement results and exceptional interpersonal skills. His extens...ive knowlege and experience has been invaluable.

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Lewis Jack

Medical malpractice lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr Waas is one of the best trial lawyers in Florida and is highly ethical and professional in all respects. He is respected by all judges and lawyers and admired for his skills and talents."

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Manuel Morales

Medical malpractice lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Waas is an outstanding advocate always professional, practical, and well prepared."

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Robert Merlin

Medical malpractice lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I know Norman to be a highly conscientious and intelligent attorney who is very successful at what he does. On top of it, he is compassionate, which makes a difference in his area of practice. I would not hesitate to refer a client, friend or relative to him."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Managing Shareholder, Falk, Waas, Hernandez, Cortina, Solomon & Bonner

Associations

2014 - Present

Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity

International Vice President

2006 - Present

Florida Association of Healthcare Attorneys

Member

1992 - Present

Florida Defense Lawyers Association

Member

1990 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Member of the Bar

1986 - Present

Defense Research Institute

Member

1986 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

Dade County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Cantore v. MCH

Defense verdict

Corsini v. Riol

Plaintiff's verdict

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Education

1986

University of Miami School of Law

Law (cum laude)

1982

University of Miami

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

1995

Trial Advocate Quarterly Pro Se No More?

1993

Handbook of Head and Spine Trauma Medicolegal Issues in Trauma Care
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