Mitchell Chester

Miami

Mitchell A. Chester, Esq. is a trial attorney licensed in the State of Florida. He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates and rated by Martindale-Hubbell as “AV.” In practice for 37 years, he is focused on identifying and seeking solutions to emerging legal and financial issues created by sea level rise (SLR) and climate impacts. This work includes examining current zoning, planning and land-use laws of local communities to determine what modifications, if any, need to be made to address sea level rise, flooding, and coastal storm impacts. Additional focus areas include how governments and financial institutions can work with homeowners and businesses to meet the monetary challenges of sea level rise, as well as agricultural impacts.

Mitchell is the editor of various websites, including SLRAmerica.org, which focuses on the impact of rising seas on the American legal system and SLRSouthFlorida.com, which concentrates on sea level and climate events affecting South Florida. Mr. Chester broadcasts SeaLevelRiseRadio.com. The purpose of these sites is to explore the public policy implications of preparation for sea level rise adaptation and retreat programs and the development of practical solutions with workable strategies for individuals, businesses, governments and communities threatened by climate disruptions. He also posts RaisingFields.org, a website devoted to sustaining agriculture in Southeastern Florida for the remainder of this century.

Mitchell has been personally involved in various hurricane relief and severe weather recovery efforts in South Florida. He has spoken at various sea level rise conferences and presentations and was recently inducted into the CLEO Institute Leadership Circle.