Rafael Cruz-Alvarez, Class Action Attorney in Miami, Florida
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, General, and Health Care · 4.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
PartneratHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
Miami, FL
Practicing class action in Miami since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 4.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Rafael Cruz-Alvarez is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Class Action, General, and Health Care. Rafael has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Miami, FL
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Class Action · General · Health Care
- Handles Class Action, General, and Health Care matters from Miami, FL.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Rafael Cruz-Alvarez: Rafael Cruz-Alvarez is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Class Action, General, and Health Care. Rafael has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Rafael takes on
Rafael concentrates on class action, general, health care, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rafael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Class Action
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General
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Health Care
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Class Action cases in Miami, Florida
Rafael takes class action 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 Rafael agrees to represent you.
General cases in Miami, Florida
Rafael 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 Rafael agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Miami, Florida
Rafael takes health care 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 Rafael agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Miami, Florida
Rafael takes litigation 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 Rafael agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Miami, Florida
Rafael takes personal injury 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 Rafael agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Rafael Cruz-Alvarez — class action lawyer in Miami
Rafael Cruz-Alvarez is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Class Action, General, and Health Care. Rafael has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Rafael Cruz-Alvarez is a lawyer practicing products liability, class actions, litigation and 5 other areas of law. Rafael received a B.A. degree from University of Miami in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years. Rafael practices at Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP in Miami, FL.
How Rafael handles class action matters
Rafael Cruz-Alvarez is a lawyer practicing products liability, class actions, litigation and 5 other areas of law. Rafael received a B.A. degree from University of Miami in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years. Rafael practices at Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP in Miami, FL.
Who Rafael represents
Rafael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, general, and health care matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Pennsylvania Law School
J.D. · 1993
University of Miami
B.A. Cum · 1990
Jurisdictions
Rafael's state bar admissions
US District Court, M
1999 · ACTIVE
US District Court Fo
1999 · ACTIVE
US District Court, S
1994 · ACTIVE
US District Court Fo
1994 · ACTIVE
Rafael studied at J.D. in University of Pennsylvania Law School and B.A. Cum in University of Miami.
Law school and academic background
Rafael completed J.D. in University of Pennsylvania Law School and B.A. Cum in University of Miami. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rafael runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Rafael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Rafael's professional memberships and bar associations
Dade County Bar Association American Bar Association Cuban American Bar Association
membership
Locations
Rafael Cruz-Alvarez's office in Miami
Rafael's primary office is at 201 S. Biscayne Blvd., Ste. 2500, Miami, FL, 33131-4341. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
201 S. Biscayne Blvd., Ste. 2500
Miami, FL 33131-4341
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Client reviews of Rafael Cruz-Alvarez — 4.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
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4.0
2 client reviews
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How to hire Rafael Cruz-Alvarez — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rafael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Rafael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rafael'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; Rafael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a class action attorney in Miami, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action 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 Rafael
Rafael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every class action 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. Rafael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Rafael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Rafael Cruz-Alvarez
How much does it cost to hire Rafael for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rafael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Rafael offer a free consultation?
Rafael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rafael's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Rafael's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in Florida typically take?
Simple class action 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. Rafael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Rafael take my case if I'm outside Miami?
Rafael 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 — Rafael 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 Rafael?
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. Rafael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Rafael accepting new class action clients right now?
Rafael's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Class Action attorneys serving Miami, Tampa and Orlando in Florida
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