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Mauro Cerqueira Santos, Business Attorney in Miami, Florida

Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Construction, and Contracts

MemberatSantos & Company, P.A.

Miami, FL

Practicing business in Miami since 1985.

41+
Years practicing
3
Bar admissions

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Mauro Cerqueira Santos is a member based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Contracts. Mauro has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Santos & Company, P.A..

Based in
Miami, FL
Experience
over 41 years
Known for
Business · Construction · Contracts
  • Handles Business, Construction, and Contracts matters from Miami, FL.
  • Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Mauro Cerqueira Santos: Mauro Cerqueira Santos is a member based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Contracts. Mauro has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Santos & Company, P.A..

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Mauro Cerqueira Santos

Mauro concentrates on business, construction, contracts, formation, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mauro handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Miami, Florida

Mauro takes business matters in Miami, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mauro agrees to represent you.

Construction cases in Miami, Florida

Mauro takes construction matters in Miami, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mauro agrees to represent you.

Contracts cases in Miami, Florida

Mauro takes contracts matters in Miami, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mauro agrees to represent you.

Formation cases in Miami, Florida

Mauro takes formation matters in Miami, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mauro agrees to represent you.

General cases in Miami, Florida

Mauro takes general matters in Miami, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mauro agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Mauro Cerqueira Santos — Over 41 years of Florida business experience

Mauro Cerqueira Santos is a member based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Construction, and Contracts. Mauro has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Santos & Company, P.A..

Mauro Cerqueira Santos is a lawyer practicing business; civil litigation; civil trial; commercial litigation; construction; contracts; corporate; international business; real estate; business law, litigation, mergers & acquisitions and 6 other areas of law. Mauro received a B.S. degree from University of Florida in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. Mauro practices at Santos & Company, P.A. in Miami, FL.

How Mauro handles business matters

Mauro Cerqueira Santos is a lawyer practicing business; civil litigation; civil trial; commercial litigation; construction; contracts; corporate; international business; real estate; business law, litigation, mergers & acquisitions and 6 other areas of law. Mauro received a B.S. degree from University of Florida in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. Mauro practices at Santos & Company,…

The kind of cases Mauro takes

Mauro reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, construction, and contracts matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Mauro Cerqueira Santos's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Miami

    J.D. · 1985

  • University of Florida

    B.S. · 1982

Jurisdictions

Mauro's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    2003 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1986 · ACTIVE

  • Florida

    1985 · ACTIVE

Mauro studied at J.D. in University of Miami and B.S. in University of Florida.

Law school and academic background

Mauro completed J.D. in University of Miami and B.S. in University of Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mauro runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Mauro's professional memberships and bar associations

  • The Florida Bar Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce American Civil Liberties Union

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Locations

Mauro Cerqueira Santos's office in Miami

Mauro's primary office is at 25 S.E. Second Avenue, Suite 1235, Miami, FL, 33131. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Santos & Company, P.A.

25 S.E. Second Avenue, Suite 1235

Miami, FL 33131

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mauro Cerqueira Santos — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mauro usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Mauro charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mauro's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mauro will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Miami, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mauro

Mauro discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mauro confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Mauro's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mauro Cerqueira Santos

  • How much does it cost to hire Mauro for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mauro walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Mauro offer a free consultation?

    Mauro charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mauro's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Mauro's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mauro gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Mauro take my case if I'm outside Miami?

    Mauro is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mauro will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Mauro?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mauro will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Mauro accepting new business clients right now?

    Mauro's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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