What is the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Puerto Rico?

Puerto Rico has a one-year statute of limitations for most personal injury claims, generally starting from the date of injury or when it was discovered. Missing this deadline typically bars your claim permanently.

Do I need a lawyer for a car accident claim in Puerto Rico?

While not legally required, a lawyer significantly improves your chances of fair compensation. An experienced attorney can handle negotiations, gather evidence, calculate damages, and represent you in court if necessary.

Do I need a notary-attorney to buy property in Puerto Rico?

Yes. Real estate transactions are formalized through a public deed (escritura) prepared by a licensed notary-attorney, who verifies title and records your ownership at the Property Registry.

What are the closing costs when buying real estate in Puerto Rico?

Closing costs typically range from about 5-8% of the purchase price and include notary fees, revenue stamps, registry recording fees, attorney fees, and mortgage-related costs.

José M. Sarró Pérez-Moris

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Office in San Juan, Puerto Rico · Also serves Adjuntas, Aguada, Aguadilla, Aguas Buenas, Aibonito, Añasco, Arecibo, Arroyo, Barceloneta, Barranquitas, Bayamón, Cabo Rojo, Caguas, Camuy, Canóvanas, Carolina, Cataño, Cayey, Ceiba, Ciales, Cidra, Coamo, Comerío, Corozal, Culebra, Dorado, Fajardo, Florida, Guánica, Guayama, Guayanilla, Guaynabo, Gurabo, Hatillo, Hormigueros, Humacao, Isabela, Jayuya, Juana Díaz, Juncos, Lajas, Lares, Las Marías, Las Piedras, Loíza, Luquillo, Manatí, Maricao, Maunabo, Mayagüez, Moca, Morovis, Naguabo, Naranjito, Orocovis, Patillas, Peñuelas, Ponce, Quebradillas, Rincón, Río Grande, Sabana Grande, Salinas, San Germán, San Lorenzo, San Sebastián, Santa Isabel, Toa Alta, Toa Baja, Trujillo Alto, Utuado, Vega Alta, Vega Baja, Vieques, Villalba, Yabucoa, Yauco, Palmas del Mar 24 years experience

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José M. Sarró Pérez-Moris has 24 years of experience practicing in a wide range of areas including estate planning, condominium law, personal injury, real estate, commercial law, civil litigation, franchise law, notary public, business consulting, trusts, business law, administrative law, federal practice, and property insurance. He serves clients across numerous municipalities in Puerto Rico and is fluent in Spanish and English.

Highlights

Estate Planning Law 21 / Law 75 Condominium Law

Practice Areas

Personal Injury Real Estate Commercial Law Estate Planning Civil Litigation Franchise Law Law 21 / Law 75 Notary Public Condominium Law Business Consulting Trusts Business Law Administrative Law Federal Practice Property Insurance

About

Civil Practice Attorney at Law and Notary Public admitted to the Courts of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Federal District Court for Puerto Rico and the First Circuit Court of Appeals. Practice concentrated on Civil, Notary-Real Estate Law, Estate Inheritance Law and Probate, Wills Condominium Law and Commercial Litigation with emphasis on Dealers Distributors (Law 75 of 1964) and Sales Representatives-Brokers (law 21 of 1990).

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Credentials

Verified Attorney

Verified on July 1, 2026

Licensed in Puerto Rico

Bar admission

2002

Experience

24 years

Education

• J.D., Law, InterAmerican University of Puerto Rico, 2001- Cum Laude. • M.B.A., Marketing, InterAmerican University of Puerto Rico, 1989, Magna Cum Laude • B.B.A. Finance, University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus, 1982

Certifications

• Civil Practice Attorney & Notary Public. Emphasis in General Civil, Notary-Mortgage Law, Condominium Law, Contracts, Real Estate and Property Law, Estate Probate Law and selected Commercial litigation in the areas of Dealers (Law 75) and Sales Representative (Law 21) Contracts. Admitted to practice in all courts of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the US District for the District of Puerto Rico, and the US Court of Appeals First Circuit. • FINRA Certified Arbitrator. • Notary Public (Notario Público). • Profile and Areas of Practice @ www.abogado-notariopr.com

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