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Armando R. Payas
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Biography
I am a Board Certified Civil Trial attorney. My clients become life long friends. I think is important to treat everyone with respect, kindness and compassion. Nothing makes me happier that to make a positive difference in the lives our client's and their families. When my family came to this country from Cuba in 1962 we only had each other and the desire to work hard and succeed. I know what it is like to lose everything and start from nothing. This experience fuels my desire to help others that have suffered loses and injuries due to someone elses negligence. I am committed to personal and professional growth. I believe that if we are not growing we are dying. Committment to exceptional client service drives us each day. That means returning calls promptly and going the extra mile for our clients.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Car Accident
25%
42 years
Medical Malpractice
25%
42 years
Personal Injury
25%
42 years
Wrongful Death
25%
42 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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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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Practice Areas
Lawsuits & Disputes (82)
Car Accidents (63)
Personal Injury (43)
Medical Malpractice (11)
Wrongful Death (8)
Debt Settlement (4)
Insurance (4)
Litigation (3)
Slip and Fall Accident (3)
Motorcycle Accident (2)
Animal & Dog Bites (1)
Business (1)
DUI & DWI (1)
Family (1)
Mediation (1)
Real Estate (1)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (1)
Trucking Accident (1)
Showing 31 - 35 of 38 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Wilmer Mendez | November 17, 2016 | Car Accidents
OVER and BEYOND FIRM
I was involved in an automobile accident where I was found at fault. Instead of immediately turning me away like many other firms, Mr. Payas and his team met with me immediately and helped me without hesitation. They assisted me with finding an attorney to fight the ticket, they contacted both insur...
Posted by anonymous | April 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Slip and Fall Accident
Down to Earth Lawyer
Armando Payas is a great lawyer. My mother in law has nerve damage for life due to a slip and fall. We immediately had called Morgan and Morgan. They orginaly took the case but played around with the case for three years and did nothing. They eventually told they had reach a settlement of six thousan...
Posted by Sery | August 12, 2014 | Car Accidents
EXTRAORDINARY AND OUTSTANDING ATTORNEY, THE BEST IN FLORIDA
We highly recommend Mr. Payas! Armando is not only a lawyer, he is "The Lawyer". He is a very nice person, very understanding and he gave us the best advises we needed at the right time. He treats the client as a friend. Yes, he has become our best friend and counselor. We are so happy to have kno...
Posted by Stevie | February 27, 2014 | Wrongful Death
Great Attorney and kind hearted person
I came to Payas Payas and Payas just a couple of days before my satute of limitations was about to run out. He was extremely compassionate and helpful with my situation. Other attorneys did not want to take the time with my case because of the short notice but he assured me that he would do the bes...
Posted by Robert | July 30, 2013 | Personal Injury
Attorney
I referred a personal injury case to Mr. Payas. He kept me informed and did an excellent job. I would recommend him anyone who needs an attorney in the Orlando area.
Armando R. Payas's Lawyer Endorsements
"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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"Armando is high-quality lawyer who leads an effective law firm. He is well respected by judges and his fellow attorneys."
"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."
"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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"I endorse Armando. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"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."
"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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"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!"
"Armando is a great lawyer and aggressive advocate for his clients. He is also a tremendous person and an asset to the 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."
"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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Experience
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 AssociationMember
2000 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Florida Justice AssociationEagle Member
1990 - Present
Orange County Hispanic Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
Florida BarMember
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
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
Activity
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