Paul Morris

Paul Morris

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 50 years

Appeals Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Appeals, Litigation

7385 SW 87th Avenue, Suite 400, Miami, FL

About Paul

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Appeals 90%

Mr. Morris specializes in state and federal civil and criminal appeals and trial support and has briefed and argued hundreds of civil and criminal appeals in state and federal appellate courts including the Supreme Court of the United States, Supreme Court of Florida, all of the District Courts of Appeal of Florida, and United States Circuit Courts of Appeal.

90%
Litigation 10%

Litigation support provided by expert appellate counsel including but not limited to motions, memoranda of law, jury instructions, research.

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 50 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1975

Member in Good Standing

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Location

Law Office of Paul Morris, P.A.

7385 SW 87th Avenue, Suite 400, Miami, FL, 33173

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Paul Morris's Reviews

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Posted by Nancy | May 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

with appreciation and thanks to Paul

I came to have the greatest respect and regard for Paul over the course of my son’s case. He was extremely thorough and professional as he crafted his arguments for the court, paying great attention to details and concise language that would be particularly compelling and difficult to refute. I app...reciated his integrity and compassion as he patiently explained why arguments that seemed so important to me as a layperson, were not as important as those that addressed the legal ramifications of the case, and kindly but firmly continued to develop his effective arguments that convinced the judges. He gained my trust, which had been shattered by our experience up until that point, and I’m grateful every day for his expertise. That Paul had argued before the U.S. Supreme Court, and convinced them to overrule their own opinion, was important in helping me stay strong, when nothing really made sense to me. He also was easy to access directly. He communicated clearly, and kept me apprised of every step and outcome, calling me personally to inform or explain, which eased so much stress. What a difference it makes to have an attorney who will readily communicate with you, especially beyond the call of duty! This combination of professional expertise and integrity, coupled with thoughtfulness, outreach and obvious passion for his work, make it easy to recommend Paul without hesitation.

Posted by Edie Laquer | May 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

Exceptional appellate attorney and strategist.

I am pleased to endorse Paul Morris who represented my company and me individually in several appellate matters and trial support. He is not only a brilliant lawyer but an excellent strategist and consummate professional. Mr. Morris paid close attention to my needs and promptly and courteously respon...ded to all inquiries. In some of my cases, he was part of a team of other lawyers and expert witnesses, and his input from an appellate perspective was invaluable in making critical decisions during proverbial forks-in-the-road. He knows how to collaborate and meticulously coordinate to ensure the best results, which he indeed obtained in my cases.

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Paul Morris's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jane Kreusler-Walsh

Appeals lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Levitt

Appeals lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Paul for more than 30 years. He is my "go to" person in Florida for appellate litigation because, quite simply, he is the best: knowledgeable, hard working, and honest. You won't find a more qualified appellate lawyer. Nor one you'd more want on your litigation team to assure that all legal issues are identified, properly presented and preserved."

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Darren Indyke

Appeals lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse this lawyer. He is exceptionally bright, probing and insightful. He has extensive knowledge of the Florida appeals process both in the District Courts of Appeal and in the Florida Supreme Court and has a keen understanding about how to effectively communicate his message to the justices and their staff in each of those fora. He is studious, industrious, and creative, and overall is someone with whom I feel privileged to be working."

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David Baron

Appeals lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Erudite, brilliant analysis, very effective in oral argument"

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Dorothy Easley

Appeals lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I heartily endorse this lawyer. Paul is an appellate expert and certified by The Florida Bar in both appellate and criminal appellate. Beyond the book sense, however, he also has good appellate judgment and strong ethics. He is also a real gentleman to work with in the Third District Court of Appeal Historical Society."

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Dorothy Easley

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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2018

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2017

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2016

Top Rated Appellate Attorney, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Top One Percent of Attorneys in U.S., National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2016

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

2015

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2014

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Work Experience

1975 - 1980

Chief, Appellate Division, Office of the Public Defender in Miami-Dade County

Associations

2016 - Present

The National Association of Distringuished Counsel

Member

2001 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

1986 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For The Sixth Circuit

1986 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Third Circuit

1986 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit

1985 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit

1983 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Eighth Circuit

1981 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

1981 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Fourth Circuit

1978 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

1975 - Present

Florida Supreme Court

2015 - 2016

Third District Court of Appeal of Florida Historical Society

President-Elect

Sample of Legal Cases

SHEDDF2-FL3, LLC v. Penthouse South

Invalidation of contract reversed.

Waldera v. Waldera

Final judgment of marriage dissolution reversed

Langel v. State

Conviction reversed and new trial ordered.

Falcone v. Laquer

Client's right to trial prevailed over arbitration.

Arena Garage v. Laquer

Commission approved.

Pulcini v. State

New trial ordered.

Greenwald v. Rivkind-Greenwald

Former wife held not entitled to fees.

Guobaitis v. Sherrer

Reversed in favor of former husband.

Hubbard v. United States

Reversal on behalf of client

Board of Trustees v. AEI

Supreme Court of Florida approved disclosure of financial documents to client/seller.

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Education

1975

University of Miami School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

1972

New York University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2022

Advanced Appellate Practice and Certification Review

Florida Criminal Appeals

Publications

2016

Florida Bar publication Florida Appellate Practice

2001

The Record, Journal of the Appellate Practice and Advocacy Section (Florida Bar) We're Not Dopes

1993

Nova Law Review Language Tips Questions and Answers

1988

Florida Bar Journal Oral Arguments and Written Briefs - DCA Judges Comment

Languages

English

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