Quick Info
| Profession | Attorney |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 17/02/1945 |
| Age | 80 years (died on 21, Jul, 2025) |
| Birthplace | New York City, USA |
| Date of Death | 21/07/2025 |
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | The Professor |
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| Famous for | Representing high-profile clients including Jeffrey Epstein and pop star Justin Bieber. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" (173 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Hazel Brown |
| Hair Color | Salt and Pepper |
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| Qualification | Doctor of Law from the University of Miami |
Personal Life
| Hometown | Coral Gables, Miami |
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| Religion | Christianity |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Career
| Summary | Roy Black was a significant figure in American law, known for his courtroom strategies and representation of high-profile individuals. He started his legal career in 1971 as an assistant public defender and quickly gained notoriety for successfully representing those unable to afford private attorneys. Black became a prominent figure at the University of Miami, where he taught criminal evidence from 1973 onwards, and he established the law firm Black Srebnick. His legal expertise earned him a reputation as a leading litigator, particularly after his notable acquittals in several high-profile trials, including the William Kennedy Smith case and his defense of celebrities like Jeffrey Epstein and Justin Bieber. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Roy Black grew up in New York City and experienced his parents' divorce shortly after birth, which led to his being raised primarily by his mother. | |
| 2. He spent a significant part of his youth in Jamaica, attending Jamaica College which is recognized as a prestigious British-style institution. | |
| 3. Black achieved the highest score on the Florida Bar Exam in 1970 after graduating from the University of Miami. | |
| 4. He was once a public defender in Miami-Dade County, where he represented many impoverished clients before moving to private practice. | |
| 5. Black gained fame for securing an acquittal in the widely publicized 1991 William Kennedy Smith rape trial. | |
| 6. He defended Miami police officer William Lozano, winning a retrial that was highly publicized. | |
| 7. In 2011, Black won the only acquittal during the Varsity Blues college admissions scandal. | |
| 8. He has been consistently included in publications such as The Best Lawyers in America since 1987 and was featured as a legal analyst on major news networks. | |
| 9. Roy Black was a passionate sailor and had a keen interest in music, which he believed aided in his trial preparations. | |
| 10. Together with his wife, he supported numerous children's charities and legal aid organizations in South Florida. |