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4.8 /5.0
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Lyle Brian Masnikoff
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About Lyle
Biography
- Mr. Masnikoff grew up in Lighthouse Point, Florida. He graduated high school from Ely High School in 1992. In 1995, he graduated Nova Southeastern University with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Accounting. Mr. Masnikoff then graduated and received his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law School in 1998. He graduated in the top ten percent of his class.
- For three years, Mr. Masnikoff worked for a large insurance defense law firm: Kelley, Kronenberg, Gilmartin, Fichtel, and Wander, P.A. The Law Offices of Lewen, Reich, & Mancini then recruited Mr. Masnikoff to open an office in West Palm Beach. Three years later, Mr. Lewen retired and sold his West Palm Beach and Boca Raton offices to Masnikoff & Sternberg, P.A.
- After five years as a partner at Masnikoff & Sternberg, P.A., Mr. Masnikoff opened his own law firm, Lyle B. Masnikoff and Associates, P.A. We have offices in West Palm Beach, Orlando, and Fort Lauderdale. Our attorneys and staff are multi-lingual in Spanish, Creole, French, and Portuguese. Lyle B. Masnikoff and Associates, P.A. continues to serve the entire State of Florida by representing people who get injured while working. Over the years, we have represented thousands of individuals who have filed workers compensation claims, Federal Longshore Lawsuits, and Jones Act Lawsuits. We have negotiated thousands of settlement agreements worth millions of dollars. We have attended thousands of mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and Trials.
- We also help our clients obtain Social Security benefits. Additionally, we represent doctors seeling payment of their medical bills from PIP Insurance Companies.
- Mr. Masnikoff is a member in good standing with the Florida Bar. He is also admitted to practice law in front of the Middle and North Districts of the Federal Circuit Courts in Florida.
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Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
90%
27 years | 3,500 cases
Wrongful Termination
7%
Other
3%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
10%-20%
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 27 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Lyle B. Masnikoff & Associates, P.A.
1645 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd, Suite 550, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401
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110 East Broward Blvd., Suite 1700, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
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7380 Sandlake Road, Suite 500, Orlando, FL, 32819
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543 NW Lake Whitney Place, Suite 106, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34986
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333 SE 2nd St, Miami, FL, 33131
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Posted by Donna | April 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
The best attorney there is
I cannot say enough about this attorney. When other attorneys take days to respond, this office responds same day. Compassionate, intelligent, diligent, and a great negotiator. He got me fantastic results in my workers comp case. I handled worker’s compensation and worked with many attorneys on the o...
Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Workers Compensation
Unfortunately for me I was injured at work on 3 separate occasions. I was working at that time solely with the adjuster after my initial 2 accidents. It was then that I realized I really needed the help of a professional to help me navigate my way through the Workers Compensation system. There are sp...
Posted by Steve | April 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability
Great Firm For Social Security Disability
Karen Krasnitsky is the Social Security Disability expert for the Firm. She stuck with me through good and bad times and always answered my many emails. Her expertise helped get me my Disability Benefits in a very short period of time. Karen is always a professional and cares for her clients. When I ...
Posted by Colin | October 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
The best lawyer ever
My lawyer did everything for me he talk to the insurance company he takes care of my work man Comp and setup doctors appointment for me with out him I don’t know what I would do thank you so much
Posted by Brian | October 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Fair Settlement
Lyle and his team handled my Worker’s Compensation claim. Florida’s law does not always seem to be in the victims favor, but Lyle and his team did their best working through the system and in the end got me while I felt was the best settlement possible. I would definitely recommend them if you need ...
Lyle Brian Masnikoff's Lawyer Endorsements
David Abramovici
Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jun 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Lyle is a great attorney and gets the best results for his clients."
"I have worked with Attorney Masnikoff on multiple occasions, and I find him to be professional, highly competent and ethical. Attorney Masnikoff is an excellent advocate for his clients."
"Lyle is dedicated to his clients and fights extremely hard for those workers injured on the job. He is extremely smart and a great lawyer. Lyle takes the time to ensure his clients are always well protected and analyzes every avenue of potential recovery. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"Lyle is an excellent attorney and he is extremely knowledgable in all of his practice areas. He works hard for his clients and he is always accessible. I highly recommend Lyle and his Firm. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Masnikoff is an excellent lawyer who practices with integrity and dedication to the needs of his clients. My practice does not handle workers compensation, so we trust Lyle with our referrals."
"I have worked with Lyle both as a colleague and as an opposing attorney for greater than 10 years. He has proven to be an astute attorney knowledgeable of the current state of the law but yet easy to work with on the other side of the table. A client that retains Lyle to represent them has a fine attorney in their corner."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Lyle Masnikoff is extremely knowledgeable of the Workers Compensation laws in the State of Florida. In addition to his knowledge of the law, Lyle and his staff are extremely attentive to each of their clients. Lyle's professionalism always makes co-counseling Workers Compensation cases very enjoyable."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Lyle is extremely hard working, meticulous and an excellent advocate of his clients. He is upfront and truly understands the intricacies of Workers Compensation Law in Florida. Lyle is not only a colleague, but a mentor. I would recommend Lyle to any potential Workers Compensation client."
"I endorse Lyle Mansikoff as a supremely competent and hard working attorney. I have sent him a number of clients with workers compensation claims and he has performed impecably for them, in many instances so much so that the clients have reached back out to me to express their gratitude for his work."
"Lyle is an outstanding workers compensation attorney. He gets excellent results for his clients without delay. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lyle is a well respected and aggressive attorney. A client would be well suited by his representation."
"I refer clients to Attorney Masnikoff because his office provides the highest level of legal services. I endorse him without reservation."
"Lyle is a hard-working attorney who has great standing in the legal community. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lyle is highly knowledgable and greatly respected in the legal community."
"I have worked with Lyle Masnikoff for many years. He is exceptionally diligent and professional, and most importantly, works hard for his clients. I have referred my clients and others looking for a competent and seasoned workers comp attorney to Lyle. I fully endorse this lawyerI endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have recommended him to many of my clients and will continue to do so based on the high praise he has received from those clients. Lyle is an extremely dedicated and hard-working attorney who gives his clients the personal attention they need and deserve. He exceeds client expectations in every way. He is very professional and well respected by his peers and in the community."
"My firm refers all of our clients with Worker's Compensation or Social Security Disability needs to Lyle Masnikoff. He and his staff are courtesy, hardworking and professional. He has obtained excellent results for our clients and I am proud to endorse him."
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Experience
Honors
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2010 - Present
President, Lyle B. Masnikoff and Associates, P.A.
2004 - 2010
Partner, Masnikoff & Sternberg, P.A.
2001 - 2004
Associate, Lewen, Reich, and Mancini
1998 - 2001
Associate, Kelley, Kronenberg, Kelley, Gilmartin, Fichtel and Wander
Associations
2011 - Present
Palm Beach County Bar Association
2011 - Present
Orange County Bar Association
2011 - Present
Broward County Bar Association
2010 - Present
Legal Aid Society
1998 - Present
Florida Bar
Sample of Legal Cases
PIP Suits
The insurance companies paid the chiropractor his bills and pay all of the fees and costs. Our doctors never pay us any fees or costs.
1985 Date of Accident
We were able to get her Aid and Attendant benefits started back up and settled the case for over $500,000.
Social security Disability
We filed an appeal, went to a Hearing, and won him his Social Security Disability benefits.
Police Officer shot 3 times
We got him extensive medical treatment, lost wages, and a very large settlement. We then helped him get Social Security Disability benefits
Death Benefits for Workers Compensation
Although case was denied by Carrier, we were able to secure a large settlement for surviving husband.
Education
1998
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
Law
1995
Nova Southeastern University
Speaking Engagements
2013
El Sol Legal Event
Workers'Compensation Law
2012
Scope VI Seminar
New PIP Law
2008
CLE
Workers Compensation Law
2001
CNA adjuster's CLE
Workers' Comp Defense
Publications
2010
Lorman Education Services publication
Workers' Comp 101
Languages
English
Creole
Spanish
Portuguese
Activity
Legal Answers