Ricky K. Patel


Ricky Patel is an American lawyer and philanthropist. He is an attorney at law serving as Of Counsel with Akerman LLP in Miami.
Patel was the youngest person appointed to Barack Obama’s National Finance Committee. He also served as an ambassador for the Clinton Global Initiative.

Early life and education

Patel was born on May 4, 1982. He attended Florida State University in 2003, receiving a BA degree with a focus on genocide prevention in 2006. He subsequently went to St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law and received his Juris Doctor degree in 2009.

Career

After graduating from law school, Patel joined the Farrell & Patel law firm. He is currently an attorney at law serving as Of Counsel with Akerman LLP in Miami.
Since 2011, Patel has been recognized nationally for his ability to handle extortion and sensitive matter cases for celebrities, athletes and ultra-high net worth individuals.
Patel served as a member of Barack Obama’s National Finance Committee. He also served as an ambassador for the Clinton Global Initiative.

Notable legal representations

Authorship and published works

Patel is the author of LA BELLA ORUGA. He also published a children’s book titled The Beautiful Caterpillar, which he co-authored with his daughter.

Philanthropy and community service

Patel founded the ITS4THEKIDS foundation to benefit children in need both nationally and internationally. Patel provides duffle bags filled with necessities yearly to children entering the foster care system.
In 2016, Patel helped to establish Gracious Hands Orphanage in Gressier, Haiti.
In 2020, Patel launched the Pay It Forward Scholarship, which provides funds yearly to law students who have established a social program that helps those in need.
Patel serves on the Board of Directors of Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida.

Awards and recognitions