Miami, FL Lawyers

Personal Injury Law

3377 SW 3rd Ave, Miami, FL 33145, USA

Scott B. Bennett is an attorney with almost 30 years of experience specializing in personal injury. He founded the Bennett Law Center in 2010 and has guided its growth over the last several years. Scott is a native South Floridian who is fluent in both English and Spanish. Scott earned his bachelor’s degree when he graduated from the University of Miami. He then enrolled at the University of Miami School of Law where he graduated at the top of his class. Scott began his legal career upon entering the Florida Bar in 1991. Scott’s long history in the South Florida community has allowed him to develop many long standing personal and professional relationships. Scott’s upbringing in South Florida also inculcated in him a strong desire to always adamantly and passionately advocate for his clients who are usually those most in need. Scott has a sterling record in the South Florida legal community and has won numerous million dollar settlements for his clients which has earned Scott membership to the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Scott has also been distinguished by his peers with an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell®. This is the highest possible rating obtainable from Martindale-Hubbell® and represents the “highest level of professional excellence.” Scott is always prepared to continue to put his experience and history of excellence to serve his clients. Scott has also gained admission to the United States District Court for Southern District Court of Florida and is a member of the U.S. Federal Trial Bar.

Bankruptcy Law

9941 SW 60 CT, Miami, FL 33156

Sean Cordero has been part of the Cordero bankruptcy family practice from his early years. For the past eight years, not only has he developed an understanding of the concept of hard work and dedication to the legal representation of clients with consumer debt issues, he also recognizes the special responsibility attorneys have in advising and guiding clients in the right direction. After graduating from Southern Methodist University (SMU) with a Bachelor’s degree (Special Honors), in Finance at the acclaimed Cox School of Business, and has continued the Cordero family tradition of receiving his law degree from St. Thomas School of Law located in Miami, Florida. During his law school career, he has taken advantage in working for the law firm and learning the complicated consumer bankruptcy system, concentrating in both Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 court litigation departments. Mr. Cordero also received numerous awards at St. Thomas School of law, including Dean’s list and Top Student list accomplishments. Currently, he is employed as one of the lead attorneys in the Chapter 13 support litigation, directing his concentration in the areas of Trustee review and confirmations. He will be focusing on court calendars, including the tri-county areas, Dade, Broward, and West Palm Beach counties. He will also be responsible for debt settlement matters, as well as civil disputes which will be resolved in bankruptcy court.

Civil Litigation

1 SE 3rd Ave, Suite 3020, Miami, FL 33131

Civil Litigation

100 SE 2nd Street, Suite 2050, Miami, FL 33131

Stevan Pardo is a leading authority on Florida construction and corporate hospitality law. During his more than 30 years as a construction litigator, Stevan has represented companies involved in virtually all aspects of the construction industry including owners, contractors, design professionals, subcontractors, sureties, and insurers. His legal representations have included delay and defect claims arising out of commercial and residential, high-rise residential, hospitality and resorts, multifamily, retail, and office construction projects. Stevan?s clients rely on him to advise them on all aspects of the delivery of construction and engineering projects, from procurement and the drafting and negotiation of contracts, to contract administration, the avoidance and resolution of disputes, and insurance matters. Stevan has developed an impressive track record representing developers and investors in multimillion-dollar real property transactions, including purchases and sales, joint ventures, and residential and commercial development. Stevan brings a unique perspective to the real estate side of his practice because of his 20 years of personal experience as a real estate developer and a hotel owner, builder, and operator. His own experience handling complex construction, buying and selling properties, and negotiating with lenders, has given him deep insight into the world of construction and renovation and has served to enhance the legal advice and business strategies he provides to his hotel clients. As a result of his practical knowledge, Stevan is well-versed in both the business impacts and legal aspects of his clients? real estate and construction endeavors. His real-world experience has helped Stevan to become a go-to attorney when negotiating and implementing real estate deals in Florida and across the country. Stevan?s distinctive business background also has given him a unique ability to troubleshoot difficult projects for clients before they devolve into full-blown disputes, and to craft business solutions to his clients? business problems. When necessary, however, Stevan brings extensive trial experience in representing clients before the Florida courts, federal courts, mediators, arbitration panels, and appellate courts. Other key areas of Stevan?s expertise include working with franchisors and franchisees, management companies, vendors, and insurers. Drawing from his real-life experience in hotel ownership, Stevan provides his clients with insight into the business aspects of a legal decision and the legal effects of a business decision. Stevan has developed relationships with various hotel franchisors, including Ritz Carlton, St. Regis, Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, and other well recognized industry flags. This holistic combination of legal experience and hospitality industry knowledge brings a critical and essential benefit to Stevan?s hotel and resort clients. Stevan?s membership in the American Hotel and Lodging Association and Young Presidents Organization (YPO) Hospitality Network allows him to remain current on issues relating to the business and legal challenges in today?s hospitality community. His role as President of the South Florida Chapter of International Network of Boutique and International Law Firms enables Stevan to keep his pulse on the trends, changes, and challenges facing the construction, real estate, and hospitality community in South Florida, the United States, and internationally. A strong believer in pro bono work, Stevan has committed his legal and construction skills to bettering his local community. He is the current chair of the City of Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board. In that role, Stevan combines his experience as a real estate developer, a lawyer, and a resident to balance the importance of historic preservation with development. Stevan also serves as both construction and legal consultant to a large new community center in his neighborhood. He was the President of the Venetian Island Homeowners Association for several years and spear headed the historic preservation of the Venetian Causeway, a historic link between Miami and Miami Beach. Prior to launching his law firm, Stevan, an AV-rated lawyer, was a partner and leader of the construction litigation department of Greenberg Traurig, where he practiced law for more than a decade.

Immigration Law

66 W Flagler St ste 900, Miami, FL 33130, USA

Tamika Grace Jude, Esq. is an esteemed immigration attorney, proudly licensed to practice Immigration Law in the state of New Jersey and across all 50 states. Additionally, she holds a license to practice in the Nation's Capital, the District of Columbia. As the visionary founder of Jude Law LLC, an immigration law firm located in the vibrant city of Miami, Florida. Attorney Jude skillfully navigates a diverse spectrum of roles. Her dynamic portfolio encompasses team leadership, meticulous document reviews, crafting persuasive legal briefs, fervently representing clients in court, and providing insightful consultations to prospective clients. Amidst this multifaceted workload, one of her most gratifying experiences is witnessing the joy and transformation in her clients' lives when they receive approvals, reflecting the tangible impact of her dedicated work. Attorney Jude's educational journey began in the picturesque Commonwealth of Dominica, the Nature Isle of the Caribbean, where her lifelong dream of becoming a lawyer took root from a tender age. Faced with initial financial constraints that could have deterred her, she persevered. Initially, she considered a career as a high school teacher at her alma mater, the Pierre Charles Secondary School, but her parents played a pivotal role in encouraging her to pursue her dreams. After a brief teaching stint, bolstered by her parents' unwavering support, she boldly embraced her true calling in law. This unwavering determination led her to the University of the Virgin Islands, where her passion for the practice of law blossomed during an internship in Washington, D.C. through the Washington Center Summer internship program. This transformative experience ignited her pursuit of a Jurist Doctor Degree (JD) at Barry University's Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law, where she excelled academically, graduating with a Litigation Honors Certificate. She was also the recipient of the immigration stipend and trial team scholarship, demonstrating her dedication and commitment to the field. During her time at Barry, she distinguished herself as an Associate Editor for the Barry University Environmental Earth Law Journal and actively engaged with numerous student organizations, notably serving as a senator within the Student Bar Association for three years and serving on the executive board of the Immigration Law Society. Attorney Jude also gained practical experience by participating in the immigration clinic, representing clients before the immigration court as a certified legal intern, and volunteering at an immigration law firm in Orlando. After graduation, she was a law clerk at a law firm in Vienna Virginia. Attorney Jude's passion for Immigration Law is deeply personal, rooted in her family's immigration journey. Her genuine dedication to her legal education and an unwavering commitment to making a profound impact in the lives of others have molded her into the devoted and driven legal professional she is today. She is poised to continue her journey of effecting substantial change in the field of immigration law, touching the lives of countless individuals and families on their unique immigration paths. These experiences have uniquely equipped her with the knowledge necessary to be a successful immigration attorney. She has successfully filed multiple petitions and effectively represented clients in removal proceedings. Attorney Jude takes great pride in her commitment to providing excellent customer service and always being available to her clients.