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Johanna Smith-Miró is a San Juan-based attorney with a decade of experience practicing across a broad range of legal areas, including personal injury, insurance, commercial law, civil litigation, employment and labor law, medical malpractice, property insurance, and insurance defense. She also serves as a Notary Public and is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to effectively serve a diverse clientele. Her practice is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal counsel to clients throughout Puerto Rico.
Fernando J. Collazo-Valle is a San Juan-based attorney with 20 years of experience practicing in insurance, corporate, tax law, civil litigation, contracts, product liability, construction law, consumer law, and insurance defense. Fluent in both Spanish and English, he provides comprehensive legal counsel to clients across these diverse areas of practice.
Manuel Sosa-Báez is a San Juan-based attorney with 20 years of experience, practicing in the areas of insurance, civil litigation, maritime, administrative law, federal practice, insurance defense, and civil appeals. Fluent in both English and Spanish, he provides comprehensive legal representation to clients navigating complex civil and federal matters.
José M. Sarró Pérez-Moris is an attorney with 24 years of experience whose practice spans estate planning, trusts, real estate, condominium law, commercial and business law, contracts, franchise law, administrative law, civil litigation, federal practice, personal injury, property insurance, Law 21/Law 75 matters, business consulting, and notary services. He serves clients throughout Puerto Rico, from San Juan, Caguas, Carolina, and Guaynabo to Ponce, Mayagüez, Aguadilla, and the islands of Vieques and Culebra. Fluent in both Spanish and English, he provides legal counsel to a diverse client base across the island.
José A. Sánchez-Girona is a San Juan-based attorney with 20 years of experience practicing in both English and Spanish. His practice encompasses bankruptcy law, including Chapters 7, 12, and 13, as well as creditor representation, civil litigation, insurance, construction law, and civil appeals. He also serves as a notary public and handles matters before the federal courts.
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Lizette Vélez-Rivé brings three decades of legal experience to her practice in San Juan, where she focuses on labor and employment law, commercial law, civil litigation, workers' compensation, and civil rights. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she provides comprehensive counsel to clients navigating complex workplace and civil legal matters.
Civil litigation is the process of resolving non-criminal disputes through the courts, such as contract disagreements, property conflicts, and damages claims. Cases are filed in the Court of First Instance and proceed through pleadings, discovery, and trial unless the parties reach a settlement.
How long does a civil case take in Puerto Rico?+
Timelines vary widely. Simple matters may resolve in months, while complex cases can take a year or more, especially if they involve extensive discovery or appeals. Settlement or alternative dispute resolution can significantly shorten the process.
What should I bring to a consultation with a litigation attorney?+
Bring all relevant documents, such as contracts, correspondence, photos, receipts, and any court papers you have received. A clear timeline of events also helps. The more organized your information, the better your attorney can assess the strengths and weaknesses of your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is civil litigation in Puerto Rico?
Civil litigation resolves non-criminal disputes through the courts, such as contract, property, and damages claims. Cases are filed in the Court of First Instance and proceed through pleadings, discovery, and trial.
How long does a civil case take in Puerto Rico?
Timelines vary widely; simple matters may resolve in months while complex cases can take a year or more, especially with extensive discovery or appeals. Settlement or ADR can shorten the process.
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