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Jenelle Elizabeth La Chuisa
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Biography
Jenelle E. La Chuisa is an experienced attorney at Lowy and Cook, P.A., a boutique law firm in Miami, Florida, and also serves as a commercial arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association. She has 16 years' experience advocating for clients in domestic and international disputes, as well as experience negotiating and drafting corporate contracts.
She also handles the enforcement of foreign arbitration awards and judgments and has serves as coordinating counsel to oversee parallel proceedings in the U.S. and overseas.
La Chuisa has participated in arbitrations before the International Chamber of Commerce, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution, and the American Arbitration Association (AAA).
La Chuisa was recognized as a "Super Lawyer" in Florida Super Lawyers Magazine in 2009-2011 and 2013-2018, and a Florida Legal Elite “Up and Comer” in 2014 and 2015.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Litigation
40%
24 years
Arbitration
25%
24 years
International Law
25%
19 years
Business
10%
12 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 350-395 per hour
Contingency
10%-35%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 11 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 24 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Lowy and Cook, P.A.
169 E. Flagler Street,, Miami, FL, 33131
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Jenelle Elizabeth La Chuisa's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jenelle is an extremely bright and tenacious lawyer. Jenelle's vast experience enables her to competently represent clients with a variety of matters, from a simple litigation matter to a complex international arbitration. When I refer clients to Jenelle I am assured that they are in the best of hands."
"Jenelle is well versed in the areas of appellate and commercial law, both state and federal. Her experience and knowledge make her an effective advocate for her clients. If you are an individual or business looking for a lawyer, or an attorney seeking co-counsel, I wholeheartedly recommend her."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Florida Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers
2017
Florida Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2016
Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend's
2015
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2014
Up & Comer, Florida Legal Elite
2013
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2010
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2009
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2005
John Edward Smith Child Advocacy Award, Lawyers for Children America
1998
Florida Bar Foundation Fellowship, Florida Bar
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney / Arbitratro, Lowy and Cook, P.A.
2015 - Present
Attorney / Founder, LA CHUISA LAW
2011 - 2015
Shareholder, Astigarraga Davis Mullins & Grossman
2007 - 2011
Attorney, Astigarraga Davis Mullins & Grossman
Associations
2015 - Present
Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce, Miami Dade CountyMember
2015 - Present
Florida Bar, Dispute Resolution SectionMember
2015 - Present
Florida Bar, Appellate Practice SectionMember
2015 - Present
Florida Supreme CourtFlorida Supreme Court Qualified Arbitrator
2014 - Present
American Arbitration AssociationArbitrator
2015 - 2016
Women's Chamber of Commerce of Miami-Dade CountyPresident
2014 - 2017
Wolter's KluwerEditorial Committee for Treatise Publication
2012 - 2017
Women's Chamber of Commerce of Miami-Dade CountyBoard Member & Officer
2011 - 2012
National Association of Professional Women--Miami ChapterPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Minority LLC Member vs. Majority LLC Member (private dispute)
Favorable settlement for client, Minority Member
Voyager Kibris v. International Creative Talent Agency
Favorable settlement for client
F.D.I.C. v. IIG Capital LLC
Favorable settlement for client, FDIC
JCT Grenada v. Multiple Debtors
Three favorable settlements for JCT Grenada
Citigroup in EuroSillas, C.A. v. Citigroup, Inc.
Dismissal of all claims
Franchisor vs. Shareholder (Private Arbitration)
Favorable settlement for client, Franchisor
Minority Joint Venture Partner v. Majority Partner (private arbitration)
Favorable settlement for client, Minority Partner
Restaurant Collection, Inc. v. Certain Underwriters at Lloyds
Summary Judgment in favor of Insurer affirmed on appeal
Education
2000
St. Thomas University School of Law
JD
1997
University of Rochester
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Ethics in Arbitration- International Arbitration and Dispute Resolution Trends: What to Expect in 2016 and Beyond live Webcast
Ethics in Arbitration- International Arbitration and Dispute Resolution Trends: What to Expect in 2016 and Beyond
2015
Panel Moderator - Workshop
Small Business
2015
Live CLE
Litigation vs. Arbitriation: Diferences in Pleading, Practice & Procedure
2015
ICC Young Arbitrator Forum Seminar
Arbitration vs. Litigation: Differences in Pleading, Procedures & Practice
2015
Conference on Financial Services
Trust Arbitration - Can it Work?
2012
The Future of Miami: Arbitration (FA:M) Networking Event
Career Development in International Arbitration
2012
10th Annual Miami International Arbitration Conference
Attorney Ethics in Arbitration
2011
University of Miami Arbitration Event
Past, Present and Future of International Arbitration
Publications
2017
International Arbitration in the United States
Awarding Interest in International Arbitration (Chapter)
2011
2011
Attorney at Law Magazine
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Languages
English