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Ronald B. Ravikoff, Esq.

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
Miami, FL, United States
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About

Ronald B. Ravikoff has spent over four decades in the legal field, transitioning to a full-time neutral role in private practice in 2012. His background includes extensive work as a lead trial attorney in high-stakes commercial litigation, antitrust matters, and class actions. He has presided over hundreds of mediations and arbitrations involving complex multi-party disputes and international legal issues.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Consumer Corporate & Finance Employment & Labor Government & Administrative Healthcare & Life Sciences Insurance Intellectual Property International & Cross-Border Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS
Partner
2012
Akerman Senterfitt (Prior to 2012)
Partner
Zuckerman Spaeder LLP
Attorney
United States Department of Justice
Antitrust Division

Publications Leadership

  • Frequent lecturer on advanced mediation techniques and arbitration ethics
  • Author of various articles regarding antitrust litigation and class action settlements
  • Served as Chair of the Florida Bar’s Antitrust and Consumer Protection Law Committee
  • Panelist for international ADR conferences focusing on cross-border commercial disputes

Positioning Takeaways

A seasoned neutral with a strong DOJ background and decades of private practice experience, particularly effective in antitrust, healthcare, and class action matters.

License & Certifications

  • Member
  • Florida Bar
  • Admitted to practice
  • United States Supreme Court
  • Admitted to practice
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
  • Certified Circuit Civil Mediator
  • Florida Supreme Court

Education

J.D.
University of Miami School of Law
1977
B.A.
Rutgers University
1974

Distinction

Recognized for his ability to resolve highly technical antitrust and healthcare disputes through a combination of deep legal knowledge and persistent negotiation.

Reputation

He is widely regarded by legal professionals for his preparation, patience, and effective management of emotionally charged or legally dense multi-party proceedings.

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