Brian J. Barakat

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Brian J. Barakat

4.9
25 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

Litigation Lawyer at Coral Gables, FL
Practice Areas: Litigation, Partnership, Commercial ... +2 more

201 Alhambra Circle, Suite, 202, Coral Gables, FL

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About Brian

Biography

Over 10 years trial experience in State and Federal Courts.

Experienced in contract, partnership and real estate disputes.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Arbitration 20%

Within the United States, businesses may choose to settle their disputes through arbitration, which does not have to follow the procedural rules of state or federal courts. Other businesses prefer to present their case before arbitrators with a speci

21 years

20%
Business 20%

The attorneys of Barakat Law are familiar with all manner of business disputes. From simple collections to complex class actions our attorneys have served the South Florida business community effectively for the past decade.

21 years

20%
Commercial Real Estate 20%

Placing all the details of an agreement in writing is one of the most important things a business owner can do. But simply doing so does not necessarily make it an open-and-shut case.

21 years

20%
Litigation 20%

Our firm practices exclusively in litigation. All of our cases are handled in the court room or in the stages immediately preceding a court action.

26 years

20%
Partnership 20%

Like any other relationship, business owners, partners, and stockholders can go their separate ways. The split can be a mature, reasoned division of assets—or it can result in conflict.

21 years

20%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015 2010
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 25 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2001

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Barakat + Bossa

201 Alhambra Circle, Suite, 202, Coral Gables, FL, 33134

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Brian J. Barakat's Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Jason | November 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business

Brian Barakat is an invaluable resource

We recently we used Barakat Law for a corporate dispute. He was able to guide us through the process from start to finish. Along the way he gave us honest insightful advice and counsel that was truly invaluable. His pleadings were well researched and powerfully worded. Throughout our interaction ...Brian and his team were responsive, knowledgeable and effective. Brian Barakat was able to resolve the case really quickly and with favorable results. I strongly recommend him for any business owner who needs help in court or other legal disputes.

Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2014 | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Great lawyer

Brian recently defended me from a Florida Bar Complaint. Brian was knowledgeable about the process. He was able to navigate me through the process. As a result , the case has been favorably closed with no interruption to my ability to practice. Throughout the process Brian was available to me an...d responsive to my concerns. I offer Brian a very high recommendation.

Posted by Joseph A. | January 31, 2014 | Real Estate

Brian Barakat Proven Winner and a GODSEND!

After getting reject and turned down from more than 4 attorneys for my real estate purchase fall-down i got recommended to Brian by a friend of mine and i can truly say he took my case to heart and got me the results that i was hopping for and importantly he was on top of my case the entire time, gi...ving me updates and information through out the process. After that case i also hired Brian in my business dispute against the city and AGAIN pulled through and positively delivered the results that i was looking for. During the dispute with the city the police was called to arrest me i called Brian immediately and he was present at my location (20 minutes from his office) and advised all parties of the situation. I got lucky that he wasn't in a trial or meetings. LAST IMPORTANT DUI CASE I HAD late last year... I was arrested in October for a serious DUI here in Miami. There were a lot of things that were not fair about how I was treated by the law enforcement agency. Fortunately I was able to have Brian as my attorney . At our first meeting where he explained in detail how my defense would work. Brian already knew what steps to take before even getting a copy of the police report and said he would appear in person at my DMV hearing. He later went to my DMV hearing 4 times in person and saved my license! Brian was very compassionate, attentive and cared about my DUI case. He was aggressive when necessary and was well respected in court by the judge, court system and even the arresting officer. He filed a motion to challenge why I was arrested in the first place and was able to negotiate a lesser charge. Above all he really cares about your case and makes sure that you get a fair deal and that justice was served. Thank you Brian so much.

Posted by Tina | January 29, 2014 | Partnership

Successful partnership dispute

Brian recently helped me with my partnership dispute. He took my calls day or night whether he was in the office or not and gave me advice I trusted. We resolved my case in the early stages of litigation. I kept my business and am thrilled with the result. I strongly recommend Brian to anyone wit...h a partnership dispute.

Posted by Chris | April 06, 2012 | Business

Excellent business advocate

Brian has been our corporate counsel since the company opened. He's responsive and diligent. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs an aggressive attorney.

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Brian J. Barakat's Lawyer Endorsements

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Giacomo Bossa

Litigation lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Oscar Gomez

Litigation lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Justin Petrie

Litigation lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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William Sussman

Litigation lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brian brings intelligence and strong advocacy to every matter, always striving to get the best possible result for his client."

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Deirdre Nero

Litigation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Eric Gros-Dubois

Litigation lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Ergio Fernandez

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rafael Millares

Litigation lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is an excellent attorney. He always goes the extra mile for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Abesada

Litigation lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Randy Weber

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Joseph Rose

Business lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"A true professional and an icon in the making."

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Vanessa de Lara

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Stacy Rubel

Litigation lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Brian Rokaw

Litigation lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Friend

"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."

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Dorothy Easley

Commercial real estate lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is an excellent commercial trial attorney, and a pleasure to work with."

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Elizabeth Baker

Litigation lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Christian Dunham

Litigation lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Michael Grieco

Litigation lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Chad Laing

Litigation lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Bernard Egozi

Litigation lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Brian is a terrific trial attorney."

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Joshua Rasco

Litigation lawyer

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Michael Arroyave

Estate planning lawyer

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Giacomo Bossa

Litigation lawyer

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Oscar Gomez

Litigation lawyer

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Hugo Alvarez

Litigation lawyer

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Carlos Martin

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Nory Acosta-Lopez

Real estate lawyer

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Justin Petrie

Insurance lawyer

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William Sussman

Mediation lawyer

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Deirdre Nero

Immigration lawyer

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Eric Gros-Dubois

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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William Barzee

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph Rose

Litigation lawyer

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Bruce Bounds

Contracts and agreements lawyer

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Scott Kotler

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ergio Fernandez

Litigation lawyer

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Rafael Millares

Criminal defense lawyer

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Randy Weber

Personal injury lawyer

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Vanessa de Lara

Family lawyer

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Marc Weinstein

White collar crime lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

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

Work Experience

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

Associations

2019 - Present

Florida Bar Business Law Section

Chair of the Restrictive Covenant Task Force

2017 - Present

Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida

Member

2015 - Present

Florida Bar Business Law Section

Member

2013 - Present

Kiwanis of Coral Gables

Board of Directors

2012 - Present

Boy Scouts of America

Committee Chair

2009 - Present

Coral Gables Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce

Parliamentarian

2006 - Present

Business Networking International, Miami

Chairman of the Franchise Advisory Board

2006 - Present

Business Leaders, BNI

President

2005 - Present

League of Prosecutors

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Reinoso v. AGC

Summary Judgment

Jade Beach v. Fortune Beach

Victory

State of Florida v. Langley

Not Guilty

Rhodes v. Rogers

Victory on all claims, Judgment of $696,000.00

USA v. Calvin Warren

Victory on all claims - Not Guilty

James Michael v. World Resources

Victory on all claims, Judgment of $120,989

Mantel v. Cohen

Victory on All Counts

Anayssa v. DJ Fitness

Victory on all Claims

In re A.R.

Not guilty

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Education

2000

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Drexel University

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2019

CLE

The Jury Selection Process

2015

Forensic Science Testimony Workshop

Expert Testimony

2015

Avoiding FLSA Lawsuits

Tip Pooling Agreements

2010

Social Media:  A Boon to the Company or an Excuse for Personal Time? Social media in the work place

2010

Small Business Panel Workshop

Debt Litigation

2010

2010 Real Estate Expo

Foreclosures in Florida

2009

Digital Photography for Lawenforcement and Expert Testimony

The Adission of Digital Evidence

2008

Blood Spatter Analysis

Expert Testimony

2005

Handwriting Analysis

Expert Testimony

2004

Miami Electronic Crimes Task Force Tools Expo

Computer Crime

2003

The Search and Seizure of Digital Evidence

Computer Crime

2003

The Search and Seizure of Digital Evidence

Computer Crime

2003

The Law of Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus

DUI

2003

Credit Card Fraud

Credit Card Fraud

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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