$ 575-625 per hour
Robert John Becerra
About Robert
Biography
I am a Florida Bar Board Certified Specialist in International Law and have a keen interest in international business. I also am an experienced white collar criminal defense lawyer in international trade cases that believes in the Bill of Rights and putting the Government to its proof. Prior to going to law school, I was a sales manager at an export management company. I always use that experience of having been in the "real world" of international business to assist clients in a variety of litigation matters, whether civil or criminal, within which they may be embroiled. I also believe in the ability of the jury to arrive at a just and proper result for my clients.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
White Collar Crime
30%
36 years
International Law
25%
36 years
Litigation
25%
36 years
Transportation
20%
22 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 35 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
Becerra Law, P.A.
2800 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Suite 1400, Coral Gables, FL, 33134
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Posted by David | May 09, 2011 | Business
Becerra Top Notch Attorney litigation
My company is a client of Bob's and he has always done an excellent job. Very complete, timely and understandable service. Did great job in litigation for us. Particularly understanding the fundamentals of the business transaction and making that work in court.
Robert John Becerra's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Bob for many years and find him to be an excellent lawyer and a fine human being. I would not hesitate for a moment to entrust him with my representation on the most serious of matters, and I recommend him wholeheartedly."
"I have known Bob for more than fifteen (15) years. He has a depth of understanding of the criminal justice process and the regulatory side of the kinds of cases we handle that is unique and critical to getting results. It is a pleasure to work with him and an honor to call him friend."
"I HAVE WORKED WITH BOB SINCE 2004. HE IS AN EXTREMELY BRIGHT, THOROUGH AND KNOWLEDGABLE ATTORNEY. BOB BRINGS AN INTUITIVE CREATIVE APPROACH TO PROBLEM SOLVING, AND I AM PLEASED TO CALL HIM MY PARTNER."
"I have worked with Bob on a number of white-collar criminal matters over several years. He is a talented white-collar defense attorney, possessing sound, calm judgment in times of crisis. Bob couples his good sensibility with experience, cogent thinking and tenacity -- he is exactly the type of counsel that you need in your corner when the going gets rough."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Bob Becerra is smart and effective lawyer whose clients are always well represented."
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Matthew Nakachi
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Experience
Honors
2025
Best Lawyer: Criminal Defense: White Collar, The Best Lawyers in America
2024
Martindale-Hubbell "AV" Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2024
Legal Luminaries: International Law and Trade, St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law
2022
Top Lawyers, South Florida Legal Guide
2014
Board Certified - International Law, Florida Bar
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Principal, Becerra Law, P.A.
2012 - 2014
Of Counsel, Devine Goodman Rasco Watts-FitzGerald & Wells
2009 - 2012
Litigator, Fuerst Ittleman PL
2004 - 2009
Member, Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.
1997 - 2004
Partner, Raskin & Raskin
1990 - 1997
Associate, Raskin & Raskin
Associations
2022 - Present
Florida Bar International Law Section, Foreign Legal Consultant CommitteeChair
2014 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2010 - Present
Cuban American Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Miami-Dade County Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2024 - 2025
Florida Bar, International Law Certification CommitteeChair
2023 - 2024
Florida Bar, Grievance CommitteeChair
2023 - 2024
Florida Bar, Council of SectionsChair
2020 - 2021
Florida Bar, International Law SectionChair
2012 - 2024
Florida Customs Brokers & Forwarders Associationmember
1992 - 2024
Federal Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
United States v. Akua Mosaics and K. Fleming
Plea of Guilty and sentence of probation
Car Cave USA LLC v. United States
Settled
In the Matter of the Seizure of a 2020 Ferrari 488 Pista etc.
Settled and vehicle allowed to be exported to owner
State v. Garcia
Felonies dismissed, no contest plea to failure to have a permit to export cigarettes
AMG Trade & Distribution v. United States
Settled
State of New Jersey v. Wells Fargo Account 4134
Settled
Clive Sutton Ltd. v. Wayne Wainwright
Civil Theft Judgment
MVR Export Services v. Big E Trucking, Inc.
Dismissal by Plaintiff
United States v. 34 Luxury Vehicles
Settled
United States v. Cell Tech Electronics, et.al.
Not Guilty Verdict
Vasquez-Estrella v. Sarmiento-Camperos
Dismissal affirmed
Global Ascend Trade v. United States, et.al.
Settlement whereby government returned all of client's property with no money paid by client
Vasquez-Estrella v. Sarmiento-Camperos
Motion to dismiss on forum non conveniens grounds granted and case dismissed
Gmart USA v. Fast Dispatch et.al.
Settlement in Cargo Loss Case
Sonol, S.A. v. Crowley Maritime
Confidential Settlement of Federal lawsuit
Adolfo's House v. Amar Remedies
Indian exporter received return of product plus $60K
State v. Rieumont
Dismissed/No Action
United States v. Pichardo
Negotiated plea
Sherman v. Stonehart Development
confidential settlement
People v. Wayne Murray
Client plead guilty to Disorderly Conduct; rest of charges dismissed.
Twin Tails Seafood v. Pirates Seafood Inc.
Final Judgment in favor of Twin Tails
United States v. Sarji
Sentenced to downward departure below Federal Sentencing Guidelines
United States v. Carlos Morano
Sentenced after plea negotiations
United States v. The Lacteos Factory, Inc.
Sentenced to downward variance below Federal Sentencing Guidelines
United States v. Chemnutra, Inc., Sally Miller
misdemeanor plea and probation
Jiao Guang Decorative Lighting v. Uncle Al's Seasonal Retail
Defeated jurisdictional challenge by Chinese manufacturer
Bay N Gulf, Inc. v. Anchor Seafood, Inc.
Verdict for client
Siemens AG v. Caribe Celular Inc., et.al.
confidential settlement
Konka America, Inc. v. SYX Distribution, Inc., et.al.
Confidential Settlement
Representaciones Zaytriumph v. Next Day Cargo, Inc.
Case dismissed
Cofida, Inc.
Droubis Bakery v. W.R. Zanes and Co.
DBS Trading v. Yaisel Martin
United States v. Rudys Marine
State of Florida v. Carlos Vicaria
United States v. Suplimet Corporation
Education
1990
University of Miami School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor-Cum Laude
Speaking Engagements
2023
iLaw2023: the ILS Global Forum on International Law
Counterfeits or Gray Market? Latest trends in Trademark and Intellectual Property Protection, Enforcement and Compliance for Imported and Exported Trademarked Goods
2022
Miami Dade Bench and Bar Conference
International Law 2022: The Deans of International Law
2022
iLaw2022: The ILS Global Forum on International Law
International Money Laundering through the Precious Metals Markets
2021
FCBF education committee seminar
Trademark Violations Enforcement
2020
FCBF Lunch and Learn Series
Trade Based Money Laundering
2019
FCBF Lunch and Learn Series
Fraud Cases In International Trade and Criminal Enforcement
2018
Seafood Expo North America
Seafood Import Monitoring Program
2017
SeafoodSource.com webinar
Comply or Die: Criminal Enforcement in the Seafood Industry
2014
International Litigation & Arbitration Conference
International Trade and Customs Law 2013
2014
Importing & Exporting 2014 seminar series
When the Government Comes Knockin’; Handling Visits from Uninvited Regulatory Officials
Publications
2022
International Law Quarterly
Gold at the End of the Rainbow: Money Laundering Through the Precious Metals Markets
2020
International Law Quarterly
When the Gray Market Turns Black
2018
2018
Daily Business Review
Trade Based Money Laundering - South Florida in the Bull's Eye
2015
International Law Quarterly
The Black Market Peso Exchange and the Small Exporter
2014
International Law Quarterly
A Review of the Adequate Forum Factor in Forum Non Conveniens Analysis in Florida's State and Federal Courts
2013
Practical Trade & Customs Strategies-Thomson Reuters
Criminal Liability for Corporate Officers-The Resurrection of the Park Doctrine in Food & Drug Cases
2007
Journal of Commerce
The Demurrage Dilemma
2005
Annual Review of Developments in Business and Corporate Litigation - American Bar Association
Intellectual Property (Chapter 18)
2005
3rd Annual International Litigation Update: Hot Topics in International Litigation
Threats of Criminal Action for Advantage in Civil Dispute: Legal and Ethical Consequences
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers