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Ada Barreto has been practicing law since 1995. She has practiced in the areas of personal injury, family and matrimonial law, criminal law and immigration law. She is a partner at the Law Office of Ada M. Barreto, P.A. She has represented clients in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Collier Counties. Attorney Barreto’s commitment to client satisfaction can be seen in her ability to secure positive results, backed by exceptional reviews from past and present clients.
Ada Barreto provides representation in personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. No compensation is paid if there is no recovery. In regards to family law matters, Attorney Barreto is a Florida Supreme Court Cerfied Mediator, and has been certified as such since 2000. If you would like to learn more about Attorney Barreto and her passion for providing personalized legal representation, contact her firm at today.
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Licensed in Florida for 30 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1995
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The Law Offices of Ada M. Barreto, P.A.
782 NW 42nd Ave, Suite 440, Miami, FL, 33126
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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Character & Conduct
Posted by Ana | March 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family
The best!
I found myself involved in a paternity case with my daughter's husband and couldn’t have imagined the incredible support I received from Ms. Barretto’s law firm. Despite being a small firm, they were highly professional, personal, and friendly, truly treating us like family. Ms. Barretto guided us th...
Posted by anonymous | October 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
divorce
She and her staff are truly professional and kind. She was clear headed and looking out for my best interest through the entire divorce process. I am very happy with the results. She is definitely one of the best attorneys I've ever met. She is kind and integral in her craft. She stuck by me thr...
Posted by Gabriel | November 27, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Exceptional legal representantion
Attorney Ada Barreto represents her clients in the most professional, honest and experienced fashion. She delivers what you would expect from an attorney that is going to bat for you, at a time when you need the best legal representation you can pray for. The legal battle might be tough, but it is ...
Posted by MIRIAM | August 15, 2013
BEST FAMILY LAWYER EVER!!!!! OUTSTANDING!!!!
RECENTLY, WE HAVE TO VISIT THE OFFICE OF ADA BARRETO FOR ONE OF THE MOST DIFFICULT EPISODES IN OUR LIVES.....OUR HEARTS WERE DEVASTATED AND COULD NOT FIGURE ANY WAY OUT.....OUR ONLY AND BEST DECISION EVER WAS TO MEET ADA BARRETO'S OFFICE AND WE FOUND OUT THE DIFFERENCE....* OUTSTANDING LAWYER...*LEVE...
Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2010
Divorce Case.
I cant say enough about Ada, she is an outstanding lawyer, she kept me informed about my case all the time, she will be straight forward with you and your expectations, she will never tell you something that she cant do. She is also one of the most knowledgeable lawyers i have met. I will highly r...
Ada Maria Barreto's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ada Barreto is an excellent trial attorney, who is always prepared for court and has demonstrated her knowledge and experience in the area of family law."
"Ada is a great person, very knowledgeable and willing to lend a hand to newer attorneys. She's an asset to the legal community."
"I have known Ada for many years. She is a zealous advocate. She is honest, ethical and committed. An excellent advocate for her clients and always available to lend a helping hand to other attorneys. Truly excellent."
"Ada is not only very competent and knowledgeable in the area of Marital and Family Law, but she is also a very compassionate individual - the perfect combination for clients in this area of law. Ada and I have been opponents at times and she has served as a mediator on my cases at times. I highly respect and admire her, both professionally and personally."
"I have litigated several against Ada over the years. She is always prepared, well-versed in the law, and is a strong advocate for her clients. At the same time, she understands the spirit of cooperation that is sometimes necessary in order to resolve cases in a way that best suits the needs of her clients. I look forward to working with her again in the future and gladly endorse this lawyer."
"I have litigated family cases against Ada and also served as a mediator for Ada in her family cases. Ada is always well prepared and is a strong advocate for her clients. It is without hesitation that I endorse Ada as an excellent family law attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've litigated against Attorney Barretto and was impressed by her meticulous preparation, attention to detail and zealous representation of her client."
"I first met Ms. Barreto as the opposing counsel on a case. She is not only a good litigator and negotiator, but also a savvy lawyer who knows when to use litigation as a means to negotiate a better settlement for her client. I endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer: Ada, is a knowledgable, no non-sense, agressive attorney that does not back away from a fight, but manages to be civil under impossible circumstances. I keep her number on my short list for referrals in family law and accident cases. The clients I have referred have given me great feed back."
"I've had cases with Ada Barreto as opposing counsel over the years. What I like best about her is the communication we've had. She is always willing to discuss the matters at hand, unlike many attorneys who seem too busy or important. She is happy to share her knowledge. I call her periodically to get her opinion on an issue. When someone asks my opinion I often give them Ada's number to get a second one."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1995 - Present
Attorney, Law office of Ada Barreto, P.A.
Associations
2000 - Present
Certified Florida Family Law MediatorMember
1995 - Present
U.S. District Court, Southern District of FloridaMember
Florida Bar
Member
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Member
2010 - 2013
KidsideBoard Member
Education
1991
St. Thomas University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Florida International University
B.S.
Languages
English
Spanish
Portuguese
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Legal Answers