Overview
The two members of Peretz Chesal & Herrmann, P.L. (PCH) bring more than 50 years of combined legal experience and expertise to the practice of intellectual property law. The firm is rated 5.0 by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating a firm can achieve. In 2010 and 2011, U.S. News ranked PCH as a “First Tier” firm in Miami for intellectual property. Each PCH member is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Intellectual Property law.
The firm's practice covers a wide expanse of the IP landscape. Steven Peretz concentrates on IP litigation, both in South Florida and nationally, and has obtained multi-million dollar judgments and settlements in patent, trademark, and copyright cases, in addition to obtaining emergency injunctive relief in numerous trademark cases. With over 1000 trademark registrations under his supervision, Michael Chesal brings a commanding capability to his domestic and international trademark portfolio practice.
PCH's attorneys are leaders in the Florida IP legal community. Steph Nagin is the Chair-Elect of The Florida Bar's Business Law Section. Michael chairs The Florida Bar Business Law Section's CLE Committee and previously chaired the Bar's Intellectual Property Certification Committee. He spearheaded The Florida Bar’s successful initiative to overhaul the state’s trademark statute, resulting in the Florida's legislature's enactment of the first substantive amendments to the Florida Trademark Act in over 15 years. Both Michael and Steven are past Chairs of The Florida Bar's Intellectual Property Law Committee and have been featured speakers on IP law at numerous Florida Bar seminars and meetings.
Taken together, PCH's attorneys offer an unparalleled caliber of legal experience, sophistication, service and value in identifying, protecting, licensing and enforcing the valuable intellectual property rights and assets of their clients.
The firm's practice covers a wide expanse of the IP landscape. Steven Peretz concentrates on IP litigation, both in South Florida and nationally, and has obtained multi-million dollar judgments and settlements in patent, trademark, and copyright cases, in addition to obtaining emergency injunctive relief in numerous trademark cases. With over 1000 trademark registrations under his supervision, Michael Chesal brings a commanding capability to his domestic and international trademark portfolio practice.
PCH's attorneys are leaders in the Florida IP legal community. Steph Nagin is the Chair-Elect of The Florida Bar's Business Law Section. Michael chairs The Florida Bar Business Law Section's CLE Committee and previously chaired the Bar's Intellectual Property Certification Committee. He spearheaded The Florida Bar’s successful initiative to overhaul the state’s trademark statute, resulting in the Florida's legislature's enactment of the first substantive amendments to the Florida Trademark Act in over 15 years. Both Michael and Steven are past Chairs of The Florida Bar's Intellectual Property Law Committee and have been featured speakers on IP law at numerous Florida Bar seminars and meetings.
Taken together, PCH's attorneys offer an unparalleled caliber of legal experience, sophistication, service and value in identifying, protecting, licensing and enforcing the valuable intellectual property rights and assets of their clients.
Rankings
National
Tier
3
National Ranking
Copyright LawTier
3
National Ranking
Litigation - Intellectual PropertyRegional
Miami
Tier
1
Miami
Copyright LawTier
1
Miami
Litigation - Intellectual PropertyRankings
National
Tier
3
National Ranking
Copyright LawTier
3
National Ranking
Litigation - Intellectual PropertyRegional
Miami
Tier
1
Miami
Copyright LawTier
1
Miami
Litigation - Intellectual PropertyPractice Areas
Peretz, Chesal & Herrmann PL has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 2 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Trademark Law
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®
Peretz, Chesal & Herrmann PL proudly has 2 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.
Client Comments
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Firm News
September 24, 2014
Steven Peretz Presents CLE on "Contributing Infringement: When your good client gets sued for the infringement of others"
September 2, 2014
Michael Chesal named Vice-Chair of the Legislation Committee
September 2, 2014
Michael Chesal Runs 5K to Benefit the Florida Bar Foundation
June 18, 2014
Michael Chesal Named Top 100 Florida Super Lawyer
June 18, 2014
PCH Attorneys Named Florida Super Lawyers 2014 List
June 12, 2014
Steven Peretz and Michael Chesal present at DBR Summit
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Awards
Peretz, Chesal & Herrmann PL is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Peretz, Chesal & Herrmann PL has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Peretz, Chesal & Herrmann PL continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
2013 Florida Super Lawyers
US News - Best Lawyers in Miami for Copyright Law and Litigation – Intellectual Property for 2015
Offices & Contacts
Miami, FL
Suntrust International Center
One Southeast Third Avenue, Suite 1820
Miami, FL 33131
United States