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  • Miami, FL
  • Licensed for 22 years
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About Sean

Currently the president and owner of The Law Offices of Sean M. Cleary, P.A., I have been an attorney for 18 years, establishing myself as one of Miami's most experienced, highly skilled personal injury lawyers.  

My focus falls on these practice areas: 

  • Car Accidents, 
  • Defective Products, specializing in
  1. Automotive components as airbags, seatbelts, tires, fires, roof crush; 
  2. Dangerous pharmaceutical drugs; 
  3. Defective medical devices; and 
  4. Other types of products. 
  • Personal Injury, 
  • Wrongful Death, 
  • Medical Malpractice, specializing in claims for spinal cord injuries and heart attack victims.
  • Admiralty & Maritime Accidents, 
  • Cruise Ship Accidents, 
  • Aviation (private and commercial airplanes and helicopters), 
  • Amusement Park Rides, and Water Slides.  

Licensed by the Florida Supreme Court, I can practice in 

  • All Courts in the State of Florida
  • The U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Florida
  • I am also licensed by The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, and by
  • The United States Supreme Court, and 
  • I am a member of the Chickasaw Bar, Chickasaw Indian Nation, Oklahoma. 

I am also regularly admitted pro hac vice in other states, in both state and federal court. 

I am married and have two children. Avid scuba diver, I've obtained a Master Scuba Diver Trainer Instructor certification prior to practicing law and I love diving and fishing.  

Practice areas

Medical malpracticeWrongful deathPersonal injuryCar accident
  1. Car accident: 40%

    26 years, 1,200 cases

  2. Personal injury: 40%

    26 years, 1,500 cases

  3. Wrongful death: 10%

  4. Medical malpractice: 10%

Languages spoken

Spanish, English

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Contact

19 West Flagler Street
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The Law Office of Sean Cleary

19 West Flagler Street
Suite 618
Miami, FL, 33130

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Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
FLMember in Good Standing199812/20/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers609
Legal guides36
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Legal EliteUS Business News2018
Legal Elite AttorneyFlorida Trend Magazine2014
MemberMillion Dollar Advocates Forum2013
MemberMulti-Million Dollar Advocates Forum2013
Top Young Attorney in FloridaThe Wall Street Journal2011
Florida Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2011
Florida Super Lawyers Rising StarSuper Lawyers2011
Florida Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2010
Florida Super Lawyers Rising StarSuper Lawyers2010
Top 100 Trial LawyersThe National Trial Lawyers2010
Florida Super LawyerSuper Lawyers Magazine2009
Florida Super Lawyers Rising StarSuper Lawyers2009
Top 40 Under 40 LawyersThe National Trial LawyersN/A
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Trial attorneyThe Law Offices of Sean M. Cleary, P.A2005 - Present
Trial attorneyColson, Hicks & Eidson2002 - 2005
Associate attorneyStroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP1998 - 2002
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American Association for JusticeMembership Oversight Committee2012 - Present
Southern District of Florida Bench and Bar Conference CommitteeMember2008 - Present
Southern District of Florida Local Rules CommitteeMember2007 - Present
Attorneys Information Exchange GroupMember2002 - Present
AAJ/ATLAMember2000 - Present
Florida BarMember1998 - Present
Dade County Bar Association, Young Lawyer’s SectionTreasurerN/A
Miami-Dade Justice AssociationMember, former DirectorN/A
Dade County Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionDirectorN/A
Dade County Juvenile Guardian Ad Litem AttorneyTrial and appellate advocateN/A
Florida Justice AssociationMemberN/A
Million Dollar Advocates ForumMemberN/A
Multi Million Dollar Advocates ForumMemberN/A
Dade County Bar AssociationMemberN/A
Southern District of Florida Bench and Bar ConferenceCo-Chair2016 - 2017
Eleventh Circuit Judicial Conferences in Point Clear, AlabamaInvitee2016 - 2016
Southern District of Florida Bench and Bar ConferenceCo-chair2013 - 2014
Dade County Justice AssociationDirector2006 - 2010
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Dade County Bar Association BulletinProfiles of local judges, including profile of Judge Ellen Leesfield for "Judicial Profiles" and "Justice Profiles"2009
AAJ PressATLA's Litigating Tort Cases, 6 Volume Series, Chapter 56 - Modern Products Liability2004
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Miami School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1998
University of Notre DameBS - Bachelor of Science1993
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Florida Justice Association, Annual ConventionAuto Insurance Policies Essential for Florida DriversN/A
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Airplane Fatal CrashVerdict in excess of $1 million
Circus Performers Injured at CasinoTotal verdict in excess of $1.2 million
Verdict Against BankSubstantial jury verdict

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A Very Knowledgeable Attorney

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Sean Cleary is very strong in his knowledge of the law and his command of facts. He can be trusted to provide very good legal advice.
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Consulted attorney

Aruban case handled in the US

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I met Sean almost 2 years ago, following the collapse of a safety railing on a pier at a hotel in Aruba. I required two surgeries to correct my injuries, and I will never be able to drive a car and wear the driver's side seatbelt properly or without pain. Over the course of almost 2 years, Mr. Cleary guided and directed me through the immense challenges involved in pursuing a case against several corporations, including several outside the USA. Sean, Yanet and the rest of the team worked diligently for almost two years to force the corporations to agree to Mediation, where ultimately my case settled. Mr. Cleary and his team did an EXCELLENT job representing my case.
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You will not be disappointed!

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I was involved in a pedestrian accident, where a car hit me while I was driving my bike. It's not always a situation like this occurs, so you don't even know where to start. One of my daughter’s colleague recommended Sean. When I spoke with him for the first time I was blown away. I had talked to multiple attorneys before, but none of them inspired trust. I felt like all they wanted was my money. However, Sean was different, he was not eager for the business. instead, I could tell that he actually wanted to help and guide me to find a solution. In our initial call we spoke for more than an hour and he explained the whole process and cost. I was not able to hire him because my situation turned into a criminal case, but nevertheless he guided me all the way through. I called him multiple times to obtain his opinion and he was always welcoming and understanding. I hope a situation like this never occurs again, but if it does, I'm confident that Sean will be able to help me through it. I would recommend him to anyone in a heartbeat!
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Consulted attorney

Mr. Cleary is the best Miami lawyer to hire!

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I was involved in a pedestrian accident a while ago and I thought that it will be very difficult to find a lawyer who is dedicated and experienced in such cases. A friend of mine recommended I talk to Sean Cleary about my accident. I highly recommend Mr. Cleary to anybody now, because he understood my concerns and guided me along the way from the moment I contacted him to the moment I received my compensation. Hiring him was the best thing I could do for my case!

Tireless and understanding

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I had a terrible food poisoning in a hotel during my vacation in South America. Sean helped me file a lawsuit against the hotel and he worked tirelessly to solve my case. Thank you very much Mr. Cleary!

Sean Cleary is the best!

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My husband and I were involved in a drunk driving accident last year. We were returning from work on a Friday evening and were hit by driver who didn’t stop in an intersection. My husband was driving and suffered minor injuries, but I had more serious injuries as the car slammed us on the right side. It was a shocking experience though, but Mr. Cleary helped us during that difficult moment in our lives and we received compensation for our damages.

Thank you for your advice!

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I needed advice a couple of months ago about an accident I had in a store caused by the negligence of their employees. I slipped on the floor and I was lucky I didn’t break anything. Sean Cleary helped me bring a personal injury lawsuit against the owners of the store and I got my compensation faster than I thought possible. I definitely recommend him to everyone in search for a great personal injury attorney!

Outstanding attorney!

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My son was bit by a neighbor’s dog 3 months ago and we wanted a good lawyer to help us deal with this case. It may not seem a big case compared to car accidents or other serious injuries, but it was still a personal injury case and we needed someone to bring justice in our case. We got our compensation for my boy’s injury and we’d like to thank Mr. Sean Cleary for helping us.

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Andreas Kelly, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 27, 2013
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I have known Sean since 1995, and can say that I would recommend him without reservation to any friend or family member. His legal expertise is excellent, his ethical standards impeccable, and his success equal to any in the region. Anyone who needs a personal injury attorney should discuss their case with Sean Cleary.

Louis Vucci, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 22, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cleary has an excellent reputation in the Miami community. We have a number of mutual acquaintances who have always spoken highly of Sean's experience, hard work, and commitment to his client's which have always earned them fantastic results. I would highly recommend Mr. Cleary for anyone's personal injury needs. Louis A. Vucci, Esq.

Kevin O'Leary, Car accident Attorney on Jan 30, 2020
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I endorse this lawyer.

Daniel Webb

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Corey Kane

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Homer Jordan, Car accident Attorney on May 1, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer.

Charles Ware, Litigation Attorney on Jan 25, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer. He is excellent.

Elena Denevich, Car accident Attorney on Nov 28, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer.

Fiza Syed, Car accident Attorney on Apr 26, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer.

Mark Rowe, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 12, 2017
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Sean Cleary is well-known and well-respected by fellow attorneys across the country, and his clients sing his highest praises. He aggressively pursues every angle of a case on behalf of his clients. I would not hesitate to refer a client to him.

Gary Anderson, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 10, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Cleary's experience is well documented and vows in every case to zealously represent the interests of his clients. It is always my pleasure to refer my clients to him; I know they are in good hands.

Gail Barsky, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 2, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. He is well-respected by his peers.

Kris Crawford, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 16, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cleary gives great comprehensive advice to those in need.

Walter Hnot,, Car accident Attorney on Mar 11, 2017
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Sean is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse him without reservation.

Robert Simmons, Car accident Attorney on Mar 4, 2017
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A hardworking, driven attorney.

Amanda Naples, Car accident Attorney on Feb 28, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Cleary provides a much needed service on Avvo. He donates his time to individuals who are in need of immediately legal answers.

Matthew Henry, Car accident Attorney on Jan 27, 2017
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Sean has a sterling reputation in the legal community. He's an effective advocate that truly cares about his clients. Anyone in need of a personal injury attorney would be well served by his representation. I'm happy to endorse him.

Ali Ebrahimzadeh

I endorse this lawyer.

Amir Soleimanian, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 21, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

William Light, Car accident Attorney on Jun 8, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Patrick Bull, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 2, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. He's very knowledgable about personal injury.

Charles Farrell, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 24, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cleary provides a valuable service on Avvo. He gives excellent answers to user questions on this site. I am happy to endorse him.

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