With over three decades of trial and litigation experience, Edward has successfully resolved numerous multi-million dollar cases in state and federal courts related to personal injury, wrongful death, product liability, and air disasters. He maintains a balanced clientele portfolio, including plaintiff and defense cases, and represents several companies and airlines in commercial contracts, liability claims, and FAA-related matters. Edward also leads and manages the firm’s Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) practice and offers global settlement conferences, mediation, and arbitration services. He is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator for Circuit Civil cases, meaning he is a licensed expert in resolving complex and challenging disputes.
Edward's academic journey is marked by notable achievements. He earned his Juris Doctor degree from Vermont Law School, where he not only served as the editor of The Forum newspaper but also received the prestigious Debevoise Scholarship. His time at Vermont was further enriched by his clerkship at the U.S. Department of Justice—Civil Environmental Division and his induction into Phi Delta Phi, a national honor society.
Additionally, Edward earned a Master of Science in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution from Columbia University in New York. This experience allows him to diversify and elevate his skillset, allowing him to better serve his clients.
Edward is also passionate about social justice and equality and works tirelessly to protect immigrant families from being separated and deported. As past chairman of the board and current secretary of CASA, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, Edward’s hard work, diligence, and dedication have helped the CASA board and staff expand the organization’s range of services and explore grants and fundraising opportunities.
Edward's unwavering commitment to serving others is evident in his role as a respected member of the South Florida legal community. Since 2001, he has taken on the responsibility of training and mentoring numerous paralegal interns for Miami-Dade Community College, many of whom have gone on to become successful attorneys. Edward has also played a significant role in the development of law clerks and law firm associates.
Case Experience
Admiralty
Automotive
Aviation
Banking & Finance
Civil Rights
Class Actions
Commercial/Business
Construction
Consumer Fraud
Contract Disputes
Cross Cultural
Energy Sector (Oil/Gas)
Entertainment Sector
Environmental
Family Businesses
Industrial
Insurance
International
Internet
Labor/Unions
Lemon Law
Libel & Slander
Media & Communications
Mining
Natural Disasters
Nursing Homes
Partnerships
Personal Injury
Pharmaceuticals
Police
Premises Liability
Product Liability
Professional Fees
Professional Liability
Professional Malpractice
Property Damage
Railroad & Trucking
Real Estate
Software
Technology
Telecommunications
Title Disputes
Torts
Transportation
Utilities
Wrongful Death
Education
Vermont Law School, Juris Doctorate
Columbia University, Master of Science
Florida International University, Bachelor of Arts
Memberships & Affiliations
American Bar Association (ABA)
Florida Justice Association (FJA)
Colombian Bar Association (COLBAR)
Colombian-American Services Association (CASA)
Miami-Dade County Trial Lawyers Association (MDTLA)
Miami Dade County Bar Association
National Trial Lawyers Association
Rates Information
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