David Pacheco

David Pacheco

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 28 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Admiralty & Maritime, Personal Injury, Wrongful Termination

11890 S.W. 8th Street, Suite 403, Miami, FL

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Workers Compensation 75%

29 years | 1,100 cases

75%
Admiralty and Maritime 10%

29 years | 350 cases

10%
Personal Injury 10%

29 years | 25 cases

10%
Wrongful Termination 5%

29 years | 20 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

10%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 28 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1997

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Gillis, Mermell, & Pacheco P.A.

11890 S.W. 8th Street, Suite 403, Miami, FL, 33184

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David Pacheco's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

99 Client Reviews

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Posted by Chilet | January 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Defense Base Act lawyers that have your back!

David Pacheco and the staff, especially Gladis, worked hard for me in my Defense Base Act case. They were there for me every step of the way. They put my fears to rest and basically held my hand throughout my case making sure that I got the best medical care an compensation for my case. In the end..., Mr. Pacheco negotiated a very favorable settlement for me. I could not be happier with my choice of lawyers Gillis, Mermell & Pacheco. If you are injured overseas you need to get my lawyers for Defense Base Act case.

Posted by James | December 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Kuwait Force Protection Injury / Hired A Great DBA Law Firm: Gills, Mermell & Pacheco

Prior to hiring Mr. Pacheco, I was in contact with another law firm that presented a bad first impression. I can't convey how happy I am that I took a "pass" on the other attorney. The guidance and considerable effort Mr. Pacheco displayed working on my DBA case is a testament of his vast knowledge a...nd skill to obtain a substantial DBA settlement in a matter of months. Mr. Pacheco, working in tandem with his associates, have never failed at their assigned responsibilities regarding keeping me informed in every aspect of my DBA case. Needless to say, I am extremely happy with my settlement and would highly recommend Mr. Pacheco to resolve any DBA case.

Posted by Zabiholler | April 28, 2015 | Workers Compensation

Top lawyer for defense base act case David Pacheco

This lawyer fought hard for me and my defense base act case. I was injured while working in Afghanistan for a contractor overseas. And when I came home I looked around the internet and found this lawyer at Gillis, Mermell & Pacheco and he did a very good job for me. And I told my friends and famil...y that this is a good lawyer for my type of case defense base act case. He alwyays took my phone calls and explained things to me and got me a very good result in the end.

Posted by Vincentza | February 13, 2015 | Workers Compensation

Compassionate Defense Base Act Attorney

Mr. Pacheco helped me with my Defense Base Act case. I was so unhappy with my previous attorney that I had to fire him. Mr. Pacheco was night and day better than my previous attorney. I could tell the difference from day one. I learned more about the Defense Base Act and my case in that first cal...l than I did from being with my previous attorney for six months. Mr. Pacheco and Mr. Mermell pushed my case to a hearing and resolved all past compensation and medical benefits in my favor. From then on, my case went perfect. I got paid all of my compensation and got great medical care. When I was ready, these lawyers negotiated a very favorable settlement for me. If you are injured in Iraq or Afghanistan, you really must see these lawyers first. They will take great care of you.

Posted by Jorge | December 12, 2014 | Admiralty & Maritime

Great Longshore lawyer won my benefits

I was injured while working as a longshoreman working at the Port of Miami. I injured my back. I hired Mr. Pacheco. He speaks perfect Spanish. He helped me with my claim. The insurance company did not want to pay me while I was unable to work and they did not want to give me medical treatments. ... Mr. Pacheco fought the insurance company and won. I got all my benefits and a great settlement. I highly recommend Mr. Pacheco for anyone injured at the Port of Miami or any longshoremen injured at any port.

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David Pacheco's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Azzarello

Workers compensation lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"David is professional and responds quickly."

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Frank Sioli

Admiralty and maritime lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Pacheco and I have been litigating against each other for over 20 years. Whenever a claim comes into my office and I see his name as Claimant/Plaintiff's counsel, I know I will have my hands full, because the Claimant/Plaintiff is being represented by the very best who will be seeking maximum value and results for his client."

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Rebecca Stillman

Workers compensation lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. David is an extremely professional, effective, and passionate lawyer. He zealously advocates on his clients' behalf to ensure that his or her rights are protected and that the client receives every benefits the he or she is entitled to. David works tirelessly to deliver for his clients over and over again."

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Clifford Mermell

Workers compensation lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. He is an extremely diligent and tenacious lawyer who fights hard for his clients. He is an effective and powerful negotiator who has handled more than 1,000 mediations. I have seen him in action at a mediation and was extremely impressed with his style and success."

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Mason Mermell

Workers compensation lawyer

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Limor Ben-Maier

Admiralty and maritime lawyer

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Robert Bamdas

Admiralty and maritime lawyer

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Rebecca Stillman

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Legal Counsel

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Partner, Gillis, Mermell & Pacheco, P.A.

Associations

2019 - Present

DOL-JBA

Member

Education

1997

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2008

2008 Workers' Compensation Convention

Longshore/DBA Case Handling

Languages

English

Spanish

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