Santiago Jorge Muinos

Santiago Jorge Muinos

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 22 years

Tax Lawyer at Coral Gables, FL
Practice Areas: Tax, Estate Planning, Real Estate

2525 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Suite 300, Coral Gables, FL

About Santiago

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Tax 60%

Intl Tax Planning (foreign investment in U.S. and U.S. investment abroad). Domestic Tax Planning ( US based corporate clients, investors, and emerging companies/entrepreneurs). Tax Problem Resolution w/IRS, FL Dept of Revenue

60%
Estate Planning 25%

International and Domestic Estate Planning. Asset Protection Planning for Doctors, Dentists, and other highly compensated Executives and Entrepreneurs. Drafting Wills, Trusts, and related Estate Planning documents.

25%
Real Estate 15%

Structuring for U.S. Real Estate Purchases by non-U.S. purchasers. Tax Planning and Entity Structuring for Real Estate Investors Residential and Commercial Real Estate Closings, Lease Drafting. Condo/HOA Representation

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 22 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2004

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

MUINOS LAW

2525 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, Suite 300, Coral Gables, FL, 33134

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Santiago Jorge Muinos's Reviews

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Posted by gome5823 | July 11, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Debt judgement removal

Mr Muinos proved to be a very competent attorney. He helped me obtain a release for a judgement that had been placed without my knowledge. He handled my case with integrity. Always kept me informed of what was happening. Always available for consultation. Friendly and very professional. I am very gra...teful for his advise, effort, and positive results. He is a very knowledgeable attorney to consult any legal matter with.

Posted by Anthony | August 02, 2011

Great experience in dealing with Santiago

I have had the pleasure of working with Santiago in several occasions and he has always responded in a professional and efficient timely manner.

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Cheryl Alsandor

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Muinos is a highly skilled lawyer who provides great financial relief and advice to his clients."

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Bryan Fagan

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Highly recommended. I am a Houston area divorce attorney I have known Santiago for some time. Santiago is a skilled and well-respected attorney in his legal community. I am very impressed with how professional and knowledgeable he is. We belong to the same professional organization which strives to increase our knowledge and improve us as attorneys. If you wish to retain a knowledgeable 5-star attorney who is capable of effectively representing your legal interest, then you need look no further. I would gladly recommend Santiago to my clients or anyone wrestling with Estate Planning issues in Florida. Anyone who hires him has made a great choice"

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Daniela Romero

Tax lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Santiago is really knowledgeable in the area of tax law. He especially knows a lot about international issues relating to taxes. Every time I have ever asked him questions relating to taxes he always has answers for me. I highly endorse him."

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Dan Dodds

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Santiago for some time. Santiago is a skilled and well respected attorney in his legal community. I have also found Santiago to be a very professional, caring and dedicated attorney who is committed to achieving the goals of his clients. If you wish to retain a knowledgeable 5-star attorney who is capable of effectively representing your legal interest, then you need look no further."

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Laurence Schwartz

Unknown lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of working with Santiago on a dissolution of marriage case which posed somewhat complex financial issues. His skill and expertise was helpful in resolving issues."

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Darrin Mish

Tax lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I happily endorse Santiago Jorge Muinos. His knowledge of international tax is truly impressive. I would not hesitate to refer my own clients to Mr. Muinos."

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Niurka Fernandez

Tax lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred Mr. Muinos clients I could not help through bankrutpcy due to their assets. Mr. Muinos is very knowledge in asset protection and tax law, protecting his clients from creditors in a scenario where bankrutpcy was not an option. In addition to being an attorney, he is also extremly educated in tax and accounting, which is a tremendous asset to his clients. I endorse this lawyer and will continue to refer him clients in need of his services."

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Stephen Bornstein

Tax lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Other

"You can tell from Santiago Muinos' superb rating that he really knows his stuff and is very highly regarded by his peers. I am delighted to add my endorsement to those of my colleagues who have already come to appreciate Santiago's distinction in international tax law and estate planning. He is an accomplished, impressive and engaging attorney."

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Nicholas Rinaldo

Tax lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would highly recommend this very talented attorney. I represent a number of accident victims in the South Florida area and they often have financial and tax questions about matters unrelated to their P.I.case. Because of that, whenever I called lawyers I knew in the area, I continued to hear that Santiago was the "go-to" attorney in the area for anyone who had any kind of tax issues. His experience in international tax matters is second to none. Couple that with his drive, determination, and unrelenting passion to help others, and you have yourself a superstar in our profession. Believe me, you want him on your side."

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Joseph Lehn

Tax lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Santiago Muinos is a master at using the tax code to help his clients. I highly recommend that anyone with a tax matter from the simplest to the most complicated, consult with Mr. Muinos. His mastery of the tax code is surpassed by his professionalism, ethics and genuine passion for what he does....tax law. I am proud to call him my colleague."

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Nicholas Felzen

Tax lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Santiago is a good, honest and hardworking attorney that I have both known and worked with on legal issues for several years. I often call Santiago for information on matters regarding estate planning and taxes as Santiago has a wealth of knowledge in those fields. Not only does Santiago have a firm grasp of the law but he is also sensitive to his clients' needs and circumstances and patient yet determined in his approach with his clients. I have recommended Santiago before and will definitely recommend him in the future."

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Dorota Trzeciecka

Tax lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I give Santiago Muinos my highest recommendation. His impressive background in accounting, finance, law and international tax make him highly qualified to handle the most challenging issues in tax and estate planning matters arising from foreign investments in the United States. He is one of the most eloquent speakers and writers I know, which I find to be an attribute of a truly great lawyer."

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Nancy Lapierre

Tax lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Santiago Muinos. He is very knowledgeable in the area of tax law. His expertise in that field and his credentials make him an excellent attorney to handle any taxation issues that clients may have. I do not hesitate to give him a high recommendation."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Managing Partner, Muinos & Morales PL

2011 - 2011

Attorney, Humphrey Mirkin, PA

2010 - 2011

Attorney, Boutique International Tax Law Firm

Associations

Florida Bar, Tax Section

United States Tax Court

Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida

Education

2006

University of Miami School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2003

University of Minnesota Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA

N/A

Florida International University

Speaking Engagements

2011

Asociacion de Contadores Cubanos en el Exilio Annual Tax Conference 2011

Foreign Investment in United States Real Estate (w/ Grisel Morales)

Publications

2011

Florida Bar - Florida-Quebec Forum 2011 Issues Arising from Investment in United States Real Estate by Canadians (co-author)

2010

Florida-Quebec Forum 2010 International Tax & Estate Planning for Canadians Investing in the United States (co-author)

Languages

Spanish

French

English

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