MARIA VIVANCO
About MARIA
Biography
Maria A. Vivanco is a founding shareholder of Mooneeram + Serres + Vivanco, P. A., whose practice includes insurance litigation, first party property claims, and breach of contract, premise liability and personal injury.
Maria aspired to be an attorney since she was six years old. She was born in Santiago, Chile and moved to Miami with her family at the age of seventeen. Maria attended Florida International University where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and a minor in American History.
Maria worked full time as a paralegal, while attending evening classes at Nova Southeastern University, Sheppard Broad College of Law, where she earned her Juris Doctor degree. Despite her hectic schedule, Maria made the Dean’s list each semester, received a CALI Book Award in recognition of receiving the highest score in Interviewing, Counseling and Negotiation, and graduated Magna Cum Laude where she ranked in the top 3% of her class.
Prior to establishing Mooneeram + Serres + Vivanco, P.A., Maria worked as an Associate Attorney at a Miami Plaintiff’s Personal Injury and Maritime firm. In recognition of her exceptional results, Maria was quickly promoted to Senior Associate, where she managed the Personal Injury department and oversaw the firm’s premise liability, slip and fall, motorcycle, pedestrian, and automobile accident claims. Maria also handled several maritime liability cases. Maria also appears regularly as a consulting attorney on Univision’s regularly syndicated evening news program “Noticiero Univision.”
Maria takes an active, hands-on approach on all of her cases and has an affinity for understanding and tackling her client’s objectives. With over fifteen years of combined experience as a paralegal and attorney handling personal injury claims, Maria is extremely adept at addressing the wide range of needs and concerns of her clients.
Maria is fluent in both English and Spanish
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 10 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Location
Mooneeram + Serres + Vivanco, P.A.
1031 Ives Dairy Road, Suite 228, Aventura, FL, 33134
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MARIA VIVANCO's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
16 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Carla | December 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney
reliable and assertive service
Maria V's experience and knowledge on the type of case I had made me feel confident on the process. She always kept me informed on the next steps taken by her team and explain clearly the expectations I should have. I felt I was on good hands.
Posted by Gregory | May 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Excellent Attorney and effective communicator
Maria represented me in my Auto Personal Injury Claim. She was an excellent, concise communicator and kept me updated at all times throughout this ordeal. She came through and obtained compensation which I justly deserved. She did not 'disappear' as many attorneys do once the ink is dry on the retain...
MARIA VIVANCO's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Vivanco is a top notch attorney that will address each and every detail in her cases with her clients best interest at heart. Her intelligence and dedication is truly an asset."
"I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer. Mari is an intelligent, bilingual and empathetic attorney who I am proud to call my colleague. Her reputation is spotless, and any client would do well to seek her out for any of her specialties."
"Ms. Vivanco is an exceptional attorney and legal advocate here in South Florida. She continues to provide outstanding legal representation to old and new clients alike. Maria goes above and beyond to service her clients' needs and has a strong attention to detail. She knows what matters and delivers competent and valuable assistance to those in need of effective legal help. I wholeheartedly endorse Ms. Vivanco. She has integrity, dedication, and will get the job done!"
"I worked with Maria on a premises liability matter and was thoroughly impressed. She is compassionate with her clients and very knowledgeable about her area of practice. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a personal injury attorney."
"Ms. Vivanco is one of the most zealous, resourceful and knowledgeable advocates I know. Not to mention, personable and dedicated to genuinely resolving any issue presented to her. It is an honor to endorse her."
"Attorney Vivanco is very professional and knowledgeable in personal injury matters. I have also noticed that she is very kind to her clients and takes the time to explain them everything during the different stages of the cases."
"Attorney Vivanco is taking the PI game by storm. Her dedication, hard work and efficacy are second to none. Simply put, Maria gets the job done. Hands down best PI attorney in South Florida!"
Entertainment lawyer
Insurance lawyer
Guardianship lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2016
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2015
Highest Score in Interviewing, Counseling and Negotiations, CALI Book Award
2015
Magna Cum Laude, Nova Southeastern University
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Senior Associate Attorney, Aronfeld Trial Lawyers, PA
2005 - 2014
Paralegal, Law Offices of David Rodriguez
Associations
2015 - Present
American Bar Association
2015 - Present
Florida Bar
2015 - Present
Attorney Breakfast ClubMember
2015 - Present
Lawyers to the RescueMember
Education
2015
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers