Practice areas: Personal Injury; view more
Licensed in Florida since: 2000
Education: University of Miami School of Law
Selected to Rising Stars: 2012 - 2014 Call today:
855-485-1673
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110 E Broward BlvdSuite 1530
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 Visit website
As the managing partner at Horowitz Law, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Adam Horowitz offers legal representation to survivors of sexual abuse and assault throughout the country. His practice focuses on cases involving sexual abuse, sexual assault, child abuse and sexual misconduct, and he is committed to helping clients pursue justice and accountability against individuals and institutions responsible for causing harm.
Mr. Horowitz represents victims in complex and emotionally sensitive matters, advocating for individuals who have suffered abuse in schools, religious organizations, youth programs, workplaces and other institutional settings. He works closely with clients to guide them through every stage of the legal process while pursuing compensation and long-term protection of their rights and interests. Known for his compassionate approach and thorough preparation, he strives to provide steady counsel during difficult and highly personal circumstances.
With extensive experience handling civil litigation matters, Mr. Horowitz is dedicated to protecting the interests of abuse survivors and holding negligent organizations accountable. He emphasizes strategic advocacy, careful case preparation and client-focused representation in every matter he handles.
Mr. Horowitz earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, cum laude and with honors, from the University of Miami in 1996. He then obtained his Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from the University of Miami School of Law in 2000.
Licensed to practice law in Florida, Mr. Horowitz is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida; the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado; the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd, 11th and Federal Circuits; the U.S. Court of Federal Claims and the U.S. Tax Court.
In addition, Mr. Horowitz is a member of the National Crime Victim Bar Association, the Broward County Trial Lawyers Association, the Dade County Bar Association and The Florida Bar. He has also earned an AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell, the organization’s highest distinction.
*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.
Practice areas
Personal Injury - General: PlaintiffFocus areas
Sexual Abuse - Plaintiff
- 100% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 2000, Florida
Professional Webpage: https://www.adamhorowitzlaw.com/attorney/horowitz-adam/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Florida Bar, 2000
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida, 2001
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida, 2001
- U.S. Court of Federal Claims, 2004
- U.S. Court of Appeals 11th Circuit, 2004
- U.S. Tax Court, 2005
- U.S. Court of Appeals Federal Circuit, 2006
- U.S. Court of Appeals 2nd Circuit, 2007
- U.S. District Court District of Colorado, 2009
- National Crime Victim Bar Association, Member
- Broward County Trial Lawyers Association, Member
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Elk v. United States, 87 Fed. Cl. 70 (2009), 2009
- Verdict on behalf of a young woman who was raped by a co-worker on a luxury yacht docked in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The lawsuit was filed against Island Girl, the company that owned the yacht and employed the victim and perpetrator. The victim and her assailant (Rafal Dowgwillowicz-Nowicki) lived and worked on the yacht (Endless Summer) while it was undergoing a re-fit at a marina. The rape occurred on the Endless Summer, a 150-foot vessel that was berthed at Universal Marine Center, 2700 SW 25th Terrace in Fort Lauderdale, in the early morning of Feb. 25, 2015. This is one of the largest jury verdicts ever obtained for a victim of sexual assault in a lawsuit filed in the State of Florida, 2018
- Samantha Baca v. M/Y Endless Summer, 2018 WL 4077026 (S.D. Fla. August 27, 2018) Holding that trial court must fashion remedy against a defendant who pleads Fifth Amendment in civil lawsuit involving alleged sexual battery., 2018
- Dani Shimon v. R.B. 318 So.3d 580 (Fla. 3d DCA 2021) Holding that trial court must fashion remedy against a defendant who pleads Fifth Amendment in civil lawsuit involving alleged sexual battery., 2021
Videos
- Media coverage of sexual abuse allegations involving a Massage Envy therapist, with commentary from Adam Horowitz., WPBF 25 News: Massage Envy Masseur Allegations, Personal Injury, Sexual Assault, Litigation
- Coverage of additional sexual assault victims and related lawsuits handled by Horowitz Law, including insights from Adam Horowitz., NBC2 News: More Victims Come Forward Against Naples Doctor Accused Of Rape, Personal Injury, Sexual Assault, Litigation
- Coverage of multiple sexual abuse victims and the legal action taken by Horowitz Law, with commentary from Adam Horowitz., NBC2 News: Dozens Of Women Sexually Assaulted By Massage Therapist In FL, Personal Injury, Sexual Assault, Litigation
Educational Background
- Bachelor of Arts, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida, 1992-1996
Honors
- Recipient of prestigious Most Effective Attorney Award in South Florida, in the category of personal injury. Awarded in December 2009 by Daily Business Review., Most Effective Personal Injury Attorney in South Florida, Daily Business Review, 2009
- Recognized as a top attorney in South Florida., Top Attorney, South Florida Super Lawyers Magazine
- Recognized as an emerging leader in the legal field., Rising Star, South Florida Super Lawyers Magazine
- Perfect client rating on Avvo platform for client satisfaction., 10.0 Client Rating, Avvo
- Recognized among the top 100 trial lawyers nationwide., Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
- Highest peer-review rating for legal ability and ethics., AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
- Recognized as one of the most effective lawyers in South Florida., South Florida’s Most Effective Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide
Awards
Avvo Client's Choice Award: This award is granted to attorneys with at least 5 reviews with 4+ stars in a given year on Avvo.com
Silver: This award is granted to attorneys who have received at least 3 client reviews, and have an average review score of 4.0 or higher.
AV Preeminent®: This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher.
Industry Groups
- Sexual Abuse/ Sexual Assault
Office location for Adam Horowitz
110 E Broward Blvd
Suite 1530
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Phone: 855-485-1673
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2012 - 2014
