Overview

Markowitz, Ringel, Trusty + Hartog, P.A. is a multidisciplinary civil practice law firm located in Miami, Florida, specializing in the representation of businesses, institutions and individuals in appeals, bankruptcy and workouts, receiverships, creditors rights, mediation-arbitration services, commercial litigation, probate and guardianship, civil litigation and real estate law. Our firm successfully combines the expertise and sophistication of a large firm practice with the close personal service found in smaller firms.

Our Commitment to Clients

Markowitz, Ringel, Trusty + Hartog P.A. is committed to providing superior legal counsel in the most cost-effective manner possible. We strive to be counselors, advisors and problem solvers to our clients. We do so by knowing our clients, their goals and objectives and by providing value-added services beyond what you might expect from a law firm. Our clients often describe us as sharp, honest lawyers with solid knowledge of the law.

Practice Groups

Our firm is comprised of over four main practice groups focused on specific industries or areas of law. This practice group structure enables our attorneys to thoroughly understand the issues confronting certain industries and areas of the law.

Cutting Edge Technology

We believe that technology has allowed us to improve communications, increase efficiency and obtain research information at a level far beyond most other law firms. For our clients, we believe the result is better legal representation and significant cost savings. This also gives us a clear advantage over other Florida law firms.

Rating

Martindale-Hubbell rates Markowitz, Ringel, Trusty + Hartog P.A. as an AV (highest rating) law firm. Jerry Markowitz, managing partner, is listed among seventeen South Florida lawyers in the latest edition of Best Lawyers in America.
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12
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Practice Areas:
17
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
6

Rankings

National

Tier
3
National Ranking
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

Regional

Fort Lauderdale

Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Litigation - Bankruptcy

Miami

Tier
1
Miami
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Tier
1
Miami
Elder Law
Tier
1
Miami
Litigation - Bankruptcy
Tier
2
Miami
Commercial Litigation

Rankings

National

Tier
3
National Ranking
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

Regional

Fort Lauderdale

Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Litigation - Bankruptcy

Miami

Tier
1
Miami
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Tier
1
Miami
Elder Law
Tier
1
Miami
Litigation - Bankruptcy
Tier
2
Miami
Commercial Litigation
Tier
2
Miami
Real Estate Law

Practice Areas

Markowitz Ringel Trusty & Hartog PA has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 5 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
  • Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
  • Closings
  • Commercial
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Creditors' Rights
  • Debtors' Rights
  • Elder Law
  • Litigation
  • Litigation - Bankruptcy
  • Litigation - Real Estate
  • Litigation - Trusts and Estates
  • Real Estate
  • Real Estate Law
  • Trustee Representation
  • Trusts and Estates
  • Workouts and Restructurings

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Markowitz Ringel Trusty & Hartog PA proudly has 6 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Offices & Contacts

Miami, FL
Two Datran Center, Suite 1800
9130 South Dadeland Boulevard
Miami, FL 33156-7858
United States
Fort Lauderdale, FL
101 Northeast Third Avenue, Suite 1210
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
United States
Restructuring + Insolvency
Real Estate + Business
Probate + Guardianship
Litigation + Dispute Resolution
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