Armando R. Payas

Armando R. Payas

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 42 years

Car accident Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death

1018 E Robinson St, Orlando, FL

About Armando

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 42 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1983

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Location

Law Offices of Armando R. Payas

1018 E Robinson St, Orlando, FL, 32801-2024

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Armando R. Payas's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

197 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 38 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by John Dao | March 29, 2023 | Car Accidents

Best lawyer in florida

Thank you so much for all services that Payas law firm provided for my accident case. Payas team is the best for accident case in Florida. I am so happy with my settlement amount. Recommend everybody call Payas when you got accident.

Posted by Hoa | March 14, 2023 | Lawsuits & Disputes

The best accident lawyer in Town

I am Hoa Huynh. Payas law firm is the firm i always go with when i got any accident in my life. All staffs is very nice and professional helping my case settlement good and quick. I am so happy about the services from Payas. Best lawyer firm for accident.

Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2023 | Car Accidents

The most honest law firm in town.

Highly recommend this law firm. Attorney armando payas and his team help me from a-z they help me to fix my car. Reduced all medical bills to rock bottom so I can take home more than others attorney. They walk me through the case and quick reply at anytime of the day. They are honest and treat me l...ike family. Thank you payas.*****

Posted by Cong | March 07, 2023 | Car Accidents

The best lawyer in town

I recently had the pleasure of working with Payas Payas Law Firm the one on Robinson street, and I must say that I was thoroughly impressed with their expertise, professionalism, and dedication to their clients. From the moment I contacted them, I already felt like I was in good hands. My legal assi...stant was Khoi. The lady at front desk was really friendly and attentive, and they quickly put me in touch with an attorney who specialized in the area of law that I needed help with. Throughout the entire process, my attorney was incredibly responsive and kept me updated on the progress of my case. I got into this car accident which leads to a lawsuit of $18000. It is really frustrating at first but Payas Payas Law Firm put me to ease quickly and achieve the best possible outcome. They took the time to thoroughly review my case, from a lawsuit of $18000 went down to $8000 settlement which is more than 50% drop. They listen to my concerns, answered all of my questions, and made me feel like I was their top priority. Overall, I would highly recommend Payas Payas Law Firm to anyone who is in need of legal assistance. Their team of attorneys and staff are top-notch, and they truly care about their clients' well-being. If you want to work with a law firm that is dedicated to providing excellent service and achieving great results, look no further than Payas Payas Law Firm.

Posted by Nam | August 15, 2022 | Car Accidents

The best lawyer in town

Payas law firm helped my accident case very good. Good Settlement good service and the best lawyer accident...thankyou so much for service..when you get accident call payas right away. Strongly recommend.

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Armando R. Payas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sidney Roman

Personal injury lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I worked for Armando for a few years while I was in law school. Even though I had learned the defense side of Personal Injury cases while working with St. Paul Fire & Marine Ins. Co., it was while I was working with Armando that I learned the Plaintiff side of this area of law. Everything I know today about this area of law I owe to Armando. He is a seasoned Attorney who truly cares about his employees and clients. Nobody knows this business more than Armando."

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Matthew Wolfe

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Davis

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Armando is high-quality lawyer who leads an effective law firm. He is well respected by judges and his fellow attorneys."

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Wade Coye

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Armando is a creative out of the box lawyer who is willing to go the extra distance for his client. His clients value his insight and caring manner for themselves and their families."

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Kevin Pribell

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Armando is an accomplished trial lawyer who is committed to being the best possible. This is evidenced by his having taken the extra great and unnecessary steps required to obtain status as a Board Certified Specialist by The Florida Bar as a Civil Trial Lawyer. His unpretentious disposition and friendly demeanor are refreshing and make me proud to know Armando and be his colleague."

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Coleman Hengesbach

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Admired lawyer in the community."

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Alexander Knapp

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 20

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Warrick

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has a strong knowledge of the law and regularly offers sound (free) legal advice on this site."

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Sean Cleary

Medical malpractice lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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John O'Brien

Medical malpractice lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Armando. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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William Abel

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Armando served as opposing counsel on an auto accident case that went to trial in Jacksonville. Armando was the epitome of professionalism and a skillful litigator. He was always a gentleman and also an extremely effective advocate. As a result, he was able to get a sizeable verdict for his client on a case that had more than a few challenges for him. His sincerity and ability to communicate with the jury carried the day. Armando is an excellent trial lawyer, but more importantly, he is an excellent person who always puts his client's interest first. Anyone would be well served in hiring Armando to represent them."

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Chadwick Lawrence

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Armando is a true gentleman and excellent attorney. I do not hesitate to contact Mr. Payas whenever I have a sticky issue to deal with as his experience and knowledge of the law always steers me in the direct I need to go to resolve the matter."

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Christopher Atcachunas

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Johnson

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I was co-counsel with Armando in a serious car accident case that went to trial in Orlando. Armando was well prepared and a true advocate for our client. His communication skills with the jury was outstanding, resulting in a verdict in the amount of $750,000. As a trial lawyer myself, I would highly recommend Armando Payas!"

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J Murphy

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Armando is a great lawyer and aggressive advocate for his clients. He is also a tremendous person and an asset to the community."

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Joshua Frick

Medical malpractice lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Armando on a number of medical malpractice cases in the past. He has a wealth of experience and knowledge of personal injury cases, and I trust his judgment completely. Armando is also one of the most thoughtful and caring lawyers I have encountered in my career. He genuinely strives to gain a personal knowledge of his clients, and fellow lawyers in the community, and goes above and beyond to them feel accepted. I thoroughly endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Bilecki

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Armando for several years and have worked with him on various matters in personal injury and medical malpractice cases. Armando is extremely knowledgeable and intelligent. He is also one of the most kind and personable attorneys I have ever met. He is a strong advocate for all of his clients - anyone would be lucky to have Armando as their attorney!"

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James Shaw

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Jack Cook

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Norberto Katz

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Eric Block

Personal injury lawyer

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Sidney Roman

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Wade Coye

Personal injury lawyer

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William Abel

Personal injury lawyer

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Chadwick Lawrence

Personal injury lawyer

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William Johnson

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Joseph Johnson

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Robert Johnson

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William Johnson

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters

2017

Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Thomas Reuters

2014

Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2013

Board Certified Specialist in Civil Trial Law, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education

2013

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2013

Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2012

Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2002

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Adjunct Professor, Barry University Of Law

1993 - Present

Managing Partner, Payas, Payas & Payas, LLP

1983 - 1993

Partner, Parker,Johnson, Owen and McGuire

Associations

2015 - Present

American Board of Trial Advocates (Florida chapter)

Member

2005 - Present

Central Florida Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2000 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

Florida Justice Association

Eagle Member

1990 - Present

Orange County Hispanic Bar Association

Member

1983 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

1983 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2019 - 2020

American Board of Trial Advocates (Florida chapter)

Vice President

2016 - 2018

American Board of Trial Advocates (Florida chapter)

Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

Alpha Therapeutic

We won the case and the verdict was affirmed

Rucks v. Pushman

Case was won and affirmed on appeal

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Education

1983

The Florida State University College of Law

law

1980

University of Central Florida

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

Al J. Cone Trial Advocacy Institute

Voir Dire Jury Selection

2015

Business Lawyers In The Courtroom

Trial Skills for Minority Lawyers

2014

Practice Ready Institute

Civil Jury Selection

2014

Pracitce Ready Institute

Building Litigation Skills: Civil Jury Selection

2014

Al J. Cone Trial Advocacy

Demonstration Closing Argument

2014

2014 FJA Workhorse Seminar

Identifying New Cases In Your Existing files-Defective Drugs ,Pharmacy and Prescription Errors, Medical Malpractice and More-

2013

AL J. Cone Trial Advocacy

Closing Argument

2012

Raising the bar seminar

Case law update for Jury Selection and Striking Jurors for Cause.

Publications

2016

Speakeasy Publications How To Cope With Aftermath Of An Auto Accident

Languages

Spanish

Portuguese

English

Vietnamese

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