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Joshua Michael Entin
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Biography
Josh, a native Floridian, is an accomplished attorney with over two decades of legal experience. After graduating from the Pennsylvania State University in 1998, he earned his Juris Doctorate, Magna Cum Laude, from St. Thomas University School of Law, where he served as a Law Review editor and Chairman for the Committee on Academic Integrity.
Throughout his career, Josh has honed his skills as a trusted advocate for his clients in a wide variety of legal matters including labor and employment law, business litigation, civil rights, and corporate transactions. He also serves as outside general counsel to companies, and provides alternate dispute resolution services in his capacity as a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator.
Josh is well regarded within the legal community and is currently an active member of the Florida Bar, all federal courts within Florida, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court. He holds Martindale-Hubbell’s highest review rating (AV preeminent), given to attorneys who are ranked at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal expertise, communication skills, and ethical standards by their peers.
He also proudly serves as the Chief Legal Officer for the For Paul Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to honoring and supporting law enforcement officers, first responders, and their families. Josh’s commitment to public service is driven by a passion for making a meaningful impact in the lives of those who tirelessly and selflessly serve our communities.
Josh is also a lifelong collector of pop culture artifacts, including vintage comic books, memorabilia, and original artwork. He is considered an industry expert, often relied upon to assist with legal issues in the hobby, and as an appraiser of items and collections. Josh is also a published author on pop-culture related topics, and enjoys lecturing on the inter-section between collectibles and the law.
Attorney Admissions:
Florida Bar, 2001
United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, 2001
United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, 2003
United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida, 2003
United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, 2001
United States Supreme Court, 2024
Pro Hac Vice Admissions:
United States District Court, Central District of California
United States District Court, Northern District of California
United States District Court, Southern District of Iowa
United States District Court, Western District of Oklahoma
United States District Court, District of New Jersey
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Litigation
50%
25 years
Employment and Labor
20%
25 years
Personal Injury
15%
25 years
Civil Rights
10%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 600-785 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 24 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Entin Law Group, P.A.
1213 SE 3rd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316
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Joshua Michael Entin's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Andre | September 6, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Compassion and dedication combined
I found myself in a difficult situation in which I needed help. Josh Entin worked hard to get a fair settlement. He is kind, compassionate and hardworking. He is determined to get the best outcome for his clients. Words cannot express the amount of gratitude I have for him and his company.
Posted by Mark | March 30, 2013
Josh treats his clients right....
I found myself in need of an attorney and contacted Josh Entin. Josh has excellent communication skills. My questions were answered quickly and thoroughly. Josh happily addressed my concerns at anytime, even after hours. Josh represented my interests with tremendous professionalism and I am very sa...
Posted by Seth | March 12, 2013
How a lawyer should be..........
Can't say enough about Josh Entin. Very communicative and knowledgeable. Always treated me with respect AND returned my phone call! Was great on my difficult case and was able to see it through to the end with positive results.
Posted by Chris | March 10, 2013
Commercial Litigation
Josh saved my business, It felt as If he never slept nor ate anything while passionately working on my case to a successful conclusion.
Posted by Wayne | March 10, 2013
Superb Legal Guidance & Corresponding Representation
I began utilizing Josh's legal services in June 2012 in a challenging law suit I initiated and one that continues to process. My experience with Josh and his staff during this period has been superb. Josh is candid straightforward, and directly to the point which I appreciate and respect. He presents...
Joshua Michael Entin's Lawyer Endorsements
"Crossed paths with this attorney for the first time today. He is very professional, responsive to requests and demonstrates a degree of civility and common sense rarely seen in this area. Sometimes it feels like lawyers get paid NOT to resolve matters. From the moment I spoke to him, it was obvious that he was singularly focused on resolving his client's matter and not on trying to rack up billable hours and push paper around. He defended his client's position without a lot of unnecessary posturing but he pointed out the strengths in his client's case and the weaknesses in mine. What makes him a good advocate is the fact that he managed to do it without being arrogant, and that's an art. This is the kind of attorney I'd pick for myself. You can proceed with confidence."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Joshua has appeared before me several times in my role as a mediator. Each time he was well prepared and worked very hard for his clients. He exhibits great professionalism in his dealings with his own clients as well as the opposing clients and their counsel. An excellent attorney. John W. Salmon"
"I endorse Joshua Entin as top lawyer in his field. Joshua is superb lawyer, with excellent skills, and knows his way around litigation. I feel Joshua is one of the top lawyers in South Florida."
"I endorse this lawyer. Josh is not only a fellow colleague but a close friend. He is an exceptional lawyer and I would refer him any case or potential client"
"I emphatically endorse this attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Awarded, Florida Super Lawyers
2013
Awarded, Florida Super Lawyers
2010
Certificate of Recognition, City of Miami Beach
2001
West Book Award (Top 1%), St. Thomas University School of Law
2000
Wes Book Award (Top 1%), St. Thomas University School of Law
1999
West Book Award (Top 1%), St. Thomas University School of Law
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner, Entin & Della Fera, P.A.
2006 - 2012
Shareholder/Partner, Rosen Switkes & Entin P.L.
2001 - 2006
Attorney, Rosen & Switkes P.L.
Associations
2010 - Present
Comic Book Collecting AssociationGeneral Counsel
2001 - Present
Florida BarMember
2010 - 2011
Miami Beach Bar AssociationPresident
2009 - 2010
Miami Beach Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
2008 - 2010
Network of DisclosureGeneral Counsel
2001 - 2013
Miami Beach Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Myers v. Mo & Co., 452 Fed. Appx. 856 (11th Cir. 2011)
Successfully obtained reversal of district court ruling on appeal.
Perrero v. Spectacor Management Group, Fed. Appx. 327 (11th Cir. 2009)
Obtained summary judgment in favor of client on all counts; affirmed by the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals.
Hadley v. Gutierrez, 526 F.3d 1324 (11th Cir. 2008)
Obtained reversal of district court's decision to deny qualified immunity to police officers
Tavantzis v. Arby's
Class certified; settlement agreement approved by United States District Court judge after fairness hearing
Ryan v. National Geographic
Settled
Bass v. City of North Miami
Jury verdict in favor of my clients on all counts.
Baldwin v. City of North Miami
Obtained summary judgment in favor of the City on all claims; affirmed on appeal.
United States v. Hialeah Housing Authority
Settled
Education
2001
St. Thomas University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Pennsylvania State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Legal Update Forum
Employment Law Update
2008
Annual Conference - Key Largo Marriott Hotel
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
2007
Miami Beach Police Department - Executive Staff
42 U.S.C. Sec 1983 Legal Updates
Publications
2011
Wheels on the Road Magazine
Legal Corner
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How many weeks do you have to work at full time hours till it is required to consider you full time and offer you benefits?
12 Mar 2013
Q&A
How can I get a release from a non-compete? I cannot start with a new employer without it.
26 Feb 2013
Q&A
Salaried employee working 80 hours per week
25 Feb 2013