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Karim Batista

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Avvo Rating9.3
  • Coral Gables, FL
  • Licensed for 7 years
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About Karim

I was born in Boston, Massachusetts, but grew up in the Dominican Republic. After moving to Florida in 1999, I attended Christopher Columbus High School in Miami, Florida. I enrolled at Florida State University. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in 2007 and Bachelor of Arts degree in 2009. I received my Juris Doctorate from Florida International University in 2013. I was admitted to the Florida Bar in the same year.

 

During law school, I participated in the Famiy & Education Clinic, Immigration & Human Rights Clinic, and did two internships at the Office of the State Attorney for the 11th Judicial Circuit. Additionally, throughout my time in law school, I achieved the Dean's list continously throughout my time in law school.

 

In February 2014, I opened my own practice where I focus predominately in the area of family law and the effects of criminal convictions and immigration status have on family cases. My office handles cases throughout South Florida, including Miami-Dade, Broward, and West Palm Beach.

 

I am currenly very active with the FSU Miami Alumni Associatio, FIU Law Alumni Association, the Cuban American Bar Association, and the Hispanic Bar Association.

Practice areas

Child supportChild custodyFamilyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 70%

  2. Family: 10%

  3. Child custody: 10%

  4. Child support: 10%

Languages spoken

Spanish

Contact

250 Catalonia Avenue Suite 305
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250 Catalonia Avenue Suite 305
Suite 601
Coral Gables, FL, 33134

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
FLMember in Good Standing201309/29/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
40 Under 40Hispanic National Bar Association2017
Finalist - Top PracticionerDade County Bar Association2015
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Adjunct ProfessorFlorida International University2015 - Present
AttorneyLaw Offices of Karim Batista2014 - Present
Placement DirectorSpecial Counsel2013 - 2014
FellowFamily & Education Clinic2013 - 2013
Student AttorneyFiu Carlos A. Costa Immigration & Human Rights Clinic2012 - 2013
Fellow/Certified Legal InternState Attorney's Office 11th Judicial Circuit2012 - 2012
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Cuban American Bar AssociationN/A2013 - Present
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Florida International University College of LawJD - Juris Doctor2013
Florida State UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts2009
Florida State UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts2007
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
FIU Paralegal Studies InstituteDomestic Violence2014

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Excelent!!

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Excellent lawyer. Karim strive in my favor the majority of custody of my daughter after a strong battle of selfishness with my ex-husband and he was also an advocate for my rights in divorce, resolved everything related to matrimonial debts in my favor. Karim we returned to my family and to my back peace and tranquility to our lives. I really recommend this lawyer.
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Absolutely amazing Attorney!

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I had been complaining to a friend how the attorney that I had at the time just did not get me any results, always rushed me off the phone and overall did not care. I was convinced that I should just represent myself and give up on paying for representation when it got me nowhere. Then she recommended that I met with Karim for a consultation before making that decision. During my meeting with Karim he was honest and upfront about the expectations on my case, he took his time in answering my questions and overall was patient in explaining everything to me. In the three years that my case had been open I had never achieved any of the results that Karim has been able to achieve in the few months that he has had my case. He works hard for results and has been an absolute blessing to my family. Hiring Karim was the best decision I made.
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Hired attorney

If you need an attorney in family law don't think twice about Karim!!

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Karim has been such an asset in the handling of my case. I don't think we could've gotten such a quick and decisive answer regarding everything if it hadn't been for him. He was always there to answer questions. I liked how knowledgeable Karim was in family law. He seemed to have all the answers and if he wasn't sure he had a network he would go to for information- so it was kind of like having a bunch of attorneys in one. He was always willing to meet with me. I thought this was really important because I worked between Downtown Miami and The Falls but Karim was willing to meet with me if it was necessary to discuss something. He was also very empathetic through it all. I felt like he understood ever step of the way just how hard it was on us to have to go through with this case . All in all, if you need a family lawyer please don't hesitate to contact him. Talk to him and he can absolutely help you. If I ever need help in ANY other case, I'll go to him first.

Attorney endorsements

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Rafael Oropesa, Family Attorney on Apr 25, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Karim is an excellent attorney. He is well respected in the legal community. I highly endorse him .

Brian Prieto, Family Attorney on Sep 24, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable and professional.

Dan Sarfati, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 2, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Karim is an excellent legal mind. He is analytical, practical, responsive, and the consummate professional.

Camila Martin, Family Attorney on Aug 17, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Karim is a very knowledgeable attorney who really cares about his clients. I definitely endorse this attorney.

Patrick Mcgeehan, Family Attorney on Aug 19, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Karim is a pleasure to work with on a case. We has a practically difficult paternity case together and we were abel to work it out to the satisfaction of our respective clients. Always the consulate professional and always dressed sharply.

Stephen Gutierrez, Family Attorney on Aug 7, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Hilda Roman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 29, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Norma Lorenzo, Family Attorney on May 2, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Karim is a highly professional and dedicated attorney. I highly recommend him.

Katherine Giannamore

I endorse this lawyer.

Marisol Cruz, Family Attorney on Apr 28, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Karim was opposing counsel on a case. It was such a pleasure to work with someone who has integrity & showed professionalism in everything he does without compromising his client.

Marck Joseph, Family Attorney on Feb 24, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable and diligently represents his clients.

Rosalie Cruz, Family Attorney on Dec 29, 2014
Relationship: Friend

I endorse this lawyer.

Cary Garcia

I had the privilege of attending law school with Karim, and then the honor of having him as opposing counsel in a highly contested case. His professionalism and his worth ethic are unmatched. I endorse Karim without hesitation.

Julian Stroleny, Family Attorney on Sep 12, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Batista has earned a strong reputation for passionately advocating for his clients. I endorse this lawyer and have recommended him to friends and family.

Daniel Izquierdo, Family Attorney on Apr 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Batista is a tireless worker that stops at nothing in order to get the best result possible for his clients. I have had the privilege of knowing Mr. Batista for many years and he never ceases to amaze me with his knowledge and command of issues within Family Law. In addition, he is extremely passionate about what he does and will stop at nothing to see each and every client's case through. I have no reservation in referring my clients, family and friends to Mr. Batista when they are faced with a Family Law issue because I am certain they will be in great hands.

Rebecca Nunez, Family Attorney on Mar 25, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Batista is a committed, knowledgeable, and motivated attorney. He is always willing to go out of his way for his clients, thus, providing them with excellent legal representation. I endorse Karim without reservation.

Sylvia Fernandez-Alvarez, Family Attorney on Mar 25, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer.

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