69/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.
Business Lawyers in Palm City, FL: 2026 rankings
25 business lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Palm City: Fetterman Law - Business Attorneys, LFR Score 69/100; 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): Block & Scarpa, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 25.
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Most-reviewed: Morgan & Morgan, 252 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 25 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
25 Palm City business lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 5 are open 24/7, 5 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 25 rated law firms.
Top 10 business lawyers in Palm City at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fetterman Law - Business Attorneys | 69 | 5.0★ (18) | Palm City | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Woodward, Kelley, Fulton & Kaplan | 65 | 5.0★ (42) | Stuart, 2 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | Block & Scarpa | 62 | 5.0★ (74) | Stuart, 2 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 4 | Morgan & Morgan | 61 | 4.8★ (252) | Port Saint Lucie, 13 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Most reviews |
| 5 | The CYA LAW FIRM | 61 | 5.0★ (25) | Port Saint Lucie, 13 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Laborde Legal Group, LLC | 60 | 5.0★ (14) | Port Saint Lucie, 13 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Katz & Associates Law Firm | 59 | 5.0★ (21) | Stuart, 2 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 8 | Eannarino Law | 56 | 5.0★ (18) | Stuart, 6 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 9 | Apfelbaum Martinez Law | 55 | 4.8★ (181) | Port Saint Lucie, 13 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Law Office of Randall A. Fischer P.A. | 55 | 4.7★ (62) | Stuart, 3 mi away | — | — |
All 25 business lawyers in Palm City, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Stuart, 2 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.
Based in Stuart, 2 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 74 Google reviews.
Based in Port Saint Lucie, 13 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 252 Google reviews, the most in Palm City.
Based in Port Saint Lucie, 13 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.
Based in Port Saint Lucie, 13 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.
Based in Stuart, 2 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Stuart, 6 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Port Saint Lucie, 13 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 181 Google reviews.
Based in Stuart, 3 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 62 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based in Stuart, 2 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Stuart, 3 mi away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
#13 R|A Law
Based in Stuart, 2 mi away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Stuart, 2 mi away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based in Stuart, 3 mi away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#16 Macon Law
Based in Palm City
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Port Saint Lucie, 8 mi away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
#18 Van Eden Law
Based in Stuart, 2 mi away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#19 LawTask
Based in Jupiter, 18 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Jupiter, 23 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Port Saint Lucie, 8 mi away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Palm Beach Gardens, 25 mi away
47/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Jupiter, 19 mi away
46/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Legal services”.
Based in Jupiter, 21 mi away
46/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
#25 Kerr Law Group
Based in Jupiter, 19 mi away
46/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.8★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Also serving Palm City
20 more business lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ann Goade Family Law Mediator | 4.8★ (75) | In Palm City |
| Beacon Legacy Law™ | 4.9★ (206) | In Palm City |
| Brian J. Cohen, Esq., Bankruptcy Attorney | In Palm City | |
| Fano Law, P.A. | 5.0★ (27) | In Palm City |
| James Regan Attorney at Law | 4.5★ (35) | In Palm City |
| James Regan Attorney-At-Law | 4.2★ (10) | In Palm City |
| Jon L. Martin, Attorney at Law | 4.5★ (32) | In Palm City |
| Laurie Rusk Sewell, P.A. | 4.9★ (15) | In Palm City |
| Law Offices of R. Wayne Richter, P.A. | 5.0★ (11) | In Palm City |
| Marshall Law | 5.0★ (6) | In Palm City |
| Michael Todd Rebuck P.A. | 5.0★ (182) | In Palm City |
| Nancy Lapierre, PA | 4.9★ (46) | In Palm City |
| Navigator Law, PLLC | 5.0★ (2) | In Palm City |
| Palm City Injury Lawyers | 5.0★ (5) | In Palm City |
| ProActive Legal Care Law Office, LLC | 4.0★ (4) | In Palm City |
| Roegiers Law | 4.9★ (106) | In Palm City |
| Southeast Bankruptcy, LLC | 5.0★ (138) | In Palm City |
| T.J. Heinemann, P.A. | 5.0★ (6) | In Palm City |
| The Cohen Law Firm, P.A., A Bankruptcy & Debt Relief Law Firm | In Palm City | |
| YSW Law | 5.0★ (4) | In Palm City |
How we ranked Palm City business lawyers
We scored 25 Palm City business lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Palm City data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a business lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many business law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask for a written estimate or flat fee for a defined piece of work before it starts.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a business lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Which of my contracts most need a review?
- Can you work on a flat fee or a monthly retainer?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Business lawyers in Palm City: frequently asked questions
Which business lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Palm City?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked business lawyer in Palm City, FL is Fetterman Law - Business Attorneys with an LFR Score of 69/100. It has 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Woodward, Kelley, Fulton & Kaplan (#2) and Block & Scarpa (#3) follow. We ranked 25 business lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many business lawyers are there in Palm City?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 25 business lawyers serving Palm City, FL. 2 of them are based in Palm City; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which business lawyers in Palm City are open 24/7?
5 ranked business lawyers in Palm City post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Fetterman Law - Business Attorneys (#1), Block & Scarpa (#3) and Morgan & Morgan (#4). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which business lawyers in Palm City work on weekends?
5 of 25 ranked business lawyers post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Fetterman Law - Business Attorneys (#1), Block & Scarpa (#3) and Morgan & Morgan (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Palm City business lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 25 rated business lawyers in Palm City is 5.0★, with a median of 21 reviews. Morgan & Morgan has the most, 252 reviews, and ranks #4. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank business lawyers?
Each business lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do business lawyers outside Palm City count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Palm City city center, our service radius for business lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can business lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do business lawyers in Palm City, FL charge?
Business lawyers bill hourly for disputes and complex deals and often offer flat fees for company formation, standard contracts or a monthly general counsel arrangement. Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $400 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
When should a small business talk to a lawyer?
Common points are choosing a business structure, partner or shareholder agreements, signing a lease or major contract, buying or selling a business, and when a dispute starts. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of business lawyers in Palm City, FL ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Palm City?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Palm City
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 25 business lawyers serving Palm City.
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