Miami · Miami-Dade County
Miami Securities Attorney
Walter J. Mathews, P.A. represents investors, brokers, and businesses in securities and commercial litigation throughout Miami and Miami-Dade County. Former SEC Senior Counsel and Miami FINRA arbitration attorney with over 25 years of experience.
If you are a Miami investor who has suffered losses due to broker misconduct, or a financial professional facing regulatory scrutiny in Miami-Dade County, Walter J. Mathews, P.A. provides experienced securities representation for clients throughout the Miami area. The firm handles the full range of securities disputes — from FINRA arbitration and SEC enforcement defense to investment fraud recovery and complex commercial litigation in Miami's federal and state courts.
Walter Mathews founded his securities practice after serving as Senior Counsel with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's Division of Enforcement, Southeast Regional Office from 2002 to 2006. In that role, he investigated and litigated federal securities violations including fraudulent offerings, accounting fraud, insider trading, and market manipulation. That insider experience — understanding how regulators think, investigate, and prosecute — gives Miami clients on both sides of a dispute a measurable strategic advantage that most securities attorneys simply cannot offer.
The firm serves clients throughout Miami-Dade County, including Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Brickell, Downtown Miami, and surrounding communities. Whether your matter involves a dispute with a brokerage firm, an SEC investigation, or an investment fraud claim, Mr. Mathews is available to evaluate your case and advise on the best path forward.
What We Handle
Securities Practice in Miami
FINRA Arbitration
Representing Miami investors and broker-dealers in FINRA arbitration claims. Mr. Mathews has prosecuted and defended FINRA claims for over 25 years.
SEC Defense
Defense against SEC, FTC, and CFTC investigations and enforcement actions. Former regulator — he knows how cases are built from the inside.
Investment Fraud Recovery
Recovering losses for Miami-Dade investors harmed by broker misconduct, unsuitable investments, churning, unauthorized trading, and Ponzi schemes.
Government Investigations
Representing witnesses, targets, and persons of interest in federal investigations by the SEC, FBI, and federal prosecutors in South Florida.
Commercial Litigation
Breach of contract, business fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, and complex commercial disputes in Miami-Dade County federal and state courts.
Appellate Practice
Florida and federal appellate representation for securities, commercial, and litigation matters throughout the Eleventh Circuit.
Why Walter J. Mathews
A Miami Securities Attorney Who Has Been on Both Sides
Most securities attorneys have only practiced from one side. Walter Mathews has represented investors recovering losses, financial professionals defending their careers, and companies facing regulatory scrutiny — all in Miami and South Florida federal courts.
Before entering private practice, he spent four years inside the SEC's Southeast Regional Office investigating the same types of cases he now defends and prosecutes. That dual perspective — regulator and advocate — is rare and exceptionally valuable in Miami securities disputes.
Former SEC Senior Counsel, Division of Enforcement (2002–2006)
Florida Certified Civil Circuit Mediator
Admitted: Florida Bar, S.D. Fla., M.D. Fla., N.D. Fla., 11th Circuit
J.D., cum laude, University of Miami School of Law
Over 25 years of FINRA arbitration experience
Personally represented hundreds of investors in federal receiverships
Common Questions
Miami Securities Attorney FAQ
Does Walter J. Mathews handle securities cases in Miami?
Yes. Walter J. Mathews represents investors and financial professionals throughout Miami-Dade County, including Coral Gables, Brickell, Coconut Grove, and Downtown Miami. The firm handles FINRA arbitration, SEC defense, investment fraud recovery, and commercial securities litigation.
What is a Miami FINRA arbitration attorney?
A Miami FINRA arbitration attorney represents investors and broker-dealers in disputes heard before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority's arbitration forum. Walter Mathews has prosecuted and defended FINRA claims for over 25 years and brings former SEC enforcement experience to every case.
What advantage does a former SEC attorney bring to Miami securities cases?
Walter Mathews served as Senior Counsel in the SEC's Division of Enforcement from 2002 to 2006. He investigated fraudulent offerings, insider trading, and market manipulation — giving Miami clients a strategic advantage that comes only from having worked inside the agency.
How far is the Fort Lauderdale office from Miami?
The firm's office at 219 Davie Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale is approximately 30 miles from Downtown Miami and easily accessible from Coral Gables, Brickell, and Coconut Grove via I-95 or US-1. Mr. Mathews regularly meets with Miami clients and appears in the Southern District of Florida courthouse in Miami.
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