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Brian Barakat is the Managing Partner of Barakat + Bossa P.A. a litigation firm dedicated to positioning clients to negotiate from strength through aggressive litigation and trial work.
Mr. Barakat began his career at the Miami Dade State Attorneys office where he amassed an enormous amount of trial experience. While there his career skyrocketed. He was quickly appointed tot he Economic and Computer Crimes Unit. As a result of his experience in the emerging area of computer crimes and digital evidence, Mr. Barakat has been asked to lecture around the state on various topic related to technology crimes.
Since leaving the prosecutors office, Brian was recruited by some of the finest boutique litigation firms in Miami. There he learned commercial litigation from some of the best in the business. With the trial experience of a criminal prosecutor and the writing experience of a commercial litigator, Mr. Barakat opened his own firm that combined the two. This combination has produced impressive results for his clients.
Mr. Barakat is married to his lovely wife Judge Michelle Alvarez Barakat. They have two wonderful children, Derek and Anna.
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Acquired: 2001
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Posted by Frank Rosillo, CPA, MST | August 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I have known and worked with Brian Barakat, Esq. since 2007. I have always been impressed with his knowledge and skills in litigation and communication to break down the important issues needed to come to a resolution. I have watched him and his team work with our clients' litigation and arbitrati...
Posted by Chris | August 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney
We have used Brian's firm several times over the years for different issues. What they have helped with the most is collection issues. It has always been great experience and professional handled. Thank you Brian.
Posted by Chloé | June 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Brian consulted me on a contrace dispute. He helped me plan out my strategy to avoid court and make sure my business got paid timely.
Posted by Ariel | June 26, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
Brian is an incredible person and a great attorney. I have worked with him in the past and will continue to refer him business. Thank you for your professionalism.
Posted by Andres | March 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Brian and his team where always there for me, even if it’s the first time I have to hire a layer and I don’t have anybody to compare to, I can say he was always there, answered my every call and explained ever step to me to make feel better and more comfortable, great layer and great team.
"I have worked with and against Brian several times. He's profoundly skilled in the art of litigation, so much so that when my condominium needed counsel, I recommended that we hire him for the matter. In each case I have been working with him, whether as co-counsel or as a client, he has always prevailed and met or exceeded the expectations."
"I've had the opportunity to work with Brian on various highly contested litigation matters and he has been a true professional and a zealous advocate for his client every time. Brian is a mentor and one of the true expert litigators we have in Miami. He is the guy you want in your corner if you are in a fight."
"Brian is one of the fiercest litigators I've ever met. He has extensive knowledge in several areas of the law and the ability to quickly become a master in new areas. If you have an issue that requires a bulldog to represent you or enforce your rights, in court or out of court, you can't go wrong choosing Brian Barakat."
"Brian brings intelligence and strong advocacy to every matter, always striving to get the best possible result for his client."
"I happily endorse this lawyer. Brian has a fantastic reputation as a wonderful lawyer, and with good reason. He is professional, passionate, knowledgeable, and ethical. He is dedicated to advocating for his clients best interests, and I would send any of my clients and friends to him with the utmost confidence."
"Mr. Barakat is more than a conscientious and empathetic lawyer. He will fight for his clients with the determination and perseverance that sets him apart as a litigator in a town where that word has been worn thin. Mr. Barakat's experience and saavy, with his intelligence and attitude make him an opponent you don't want to face. His number one goal is results. I had the pleasure of working with him on a corporate matter that spilled over into litigation, and his abilities helped properly resolve all of the disputes sooner than anyone thought. I endorse this lawyer as a superb litigator."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Brian is an excellent attorney. He always goes the extra mile for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is not only a fine lawyer but also a caring professional.I have never seen an attorney more involved in so many professional and community organizations."
"I have had the pleasure of working with and referring many of our clients to Brian during the past 5 years. Our clients have always been very happy with the quality of his legal services. I have personally observed Brian to be a zealous advocate for his clients, a skilled trial attorney in both the civil and criminal courts, and to have an excellent legal acumen. I strongly endorse Brian Barakat."
"A true professional and an icon in the making."
"Brian is an asset to the legal community with his strong advocacy of his client's rights in criminal and civil cases. His litigation skills, honed from years of trials, are excellent and his results for his clients speak for themselves."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is the utmost professional and can always be relied upon to follow up with potential clients and address various scenarios and legal issues."
"Brian Barakat is a consummate professional with an outgoing and engaging personality. Mr. Barakat is an aggressive litigator that commands respect and admiration among his peers in the legal community. If you have a contractual dispute and need legal advice I would highly recommend contacting Barakat Law, P.A."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is an excellent commercial trial attorney, and a pleasure to work with."
"I endorse this excellent lawyer. Brian is a professional and diligent attorney. He is responsive to his clients and pays great attention to detail. Brian is a great speaker, very involved in the community and highly thought of by his peers."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I've known Brian for over 8 years. I have always found him to be a tireless advocate for his clients. He has a wide range of legal ability. He is just as comfortable handling criminal matters as he is handling civil matters. Brian has excellent trial skills and really cares about his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Barakat and I are former colleagues, but regularly cross paths within the Miami legal community. His reputation is without question from me and amongst his peers. Brian treats his clients with respect and lends the attention each case warrants. I recommend Brian with no reservations."
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2021
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2021
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2020
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2019
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2019
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2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Most Valuable Member, BNI
2010
Rising Star, Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce
2009
Most Valuable Member, Business Leaders, BNI
2009
Ambassador of the Year, Business Networking International, Miami
2020 - Present
Attorney, Barakat + Bossa
2006 - 2019
Attorney, Barakat Law P.A.
2005 - 2006
Associate, Isicoff, Ragatz & Koenigsberg
2004 - 2005
Associate, Wermuthlaw, P.A.
2000 - 2004
Assistant District Attorney, Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office
2019 - Present
Florida Bar Business Law SectionChair of the Restrictive Covenant Task Force
2017 - Present
Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce of FloridaMember
2015 - Present
Florida Bar Business Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
Kiwanis of Coral GablesBoard of Directors
2012 - Present
Boy Scouts of AmericaCommittee Chair
2009 - Present
Coral Gables Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Coral Gables Chamber of CommerceParliamentarian
2006 - Present
Business Networking International, MiamiChairman of the Franchise Advisory Board
2006 - Present
Business Leaders, BNIPresident
2005 - Present
League of ProsecutorsMember
Summary Judgment
Victory
Not Guilty
Victory on all claims, Judgment of $696,000.00
Victory on all claims - Not Guilty
Victory on all claims, Judgment of $120,989
Victory on All Counts
Victory on all Claims
Not guilty
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
2019
The Jury Selection Process
2016
2015
Expert Testimony
2015
Tip Pooling Agreements
2010
2010
Debt Litigation
2010
Foreclosures in Florida
2009
The Adission of Digital Evidence
2008
Expert Testimony
2005
Expert Testimony
2004
Computer Crime
2003
Computer Crime
2003
Computer Crime
2003
DUI
2003
Credit Card Fraud
2004
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