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 Roberto | April 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Excellent longshore attorney for injuries at the Port of Miami

I recommend abogado David Pacheco. He handled my Longshore case for an injury at the port of Miami, I was working as a container repairman. He was always answering my telephone calls and gave me expert advice. I am very thankful and satisfied for his efforts and for the whole office that treated ...me like a family member. I am recommending co workers who are injured at the Port of Miami to visit Mr. Pacheco.

Posted by Kevan | March 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

My Georgia Defense Base Act lawyer saved me and my family

This firm treated me with the utmost respect. I had a difficult Defense Base Act case. They did not have to take it, but they did. What this firm did for me and my family is beyond words. I very much appreciate everything they did for me. Ms. Liz was amazing. She took all of my calls and kept m...e in the loop at all times. I am spreading the word about how great this firm is at handling Defense Base Act cases for injuries in Afghanistan.

Posted by Andrew | January 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Top Arizona Defense Base Act Lawyers for you and on your side

I was injured overseas in Afghanistan and this firm helped me with my Defense Base Act Case. It was a pleasure to work with David Pacheco and the law firm of Gillis, Mermell & Pacheco. Mr. Pacheco's expertise in the field and at meditation was impressive and effective. I felt that Mr. Pacheco alwa...ys had my best interest at heart and that it was not just all about the money although I got an excellent result. As my case was going, I referred many clients to this firm because I was happy with the way it was going. I will continue to do so.

Posted by Darryl | January 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Top Tennessee Defense Base Act attorneys

I live in Tennessee and I hired this lawyer who is in Miami. I hired this law firm to take care of my Defense Base Act case for injuries I received while working overseas in Afghanistan. Mr. Pacheco and his staff took great care of me and my case from day one right up to my excellent settlement. I... am spreading the word to my co workers and friends working overseas because I had a hard time finding a good DBA lawyer. Now that I found this firm, I am trying to tell my co workers and friends that if they get injured on the job, they need to go to these lawyers at Gillis, Mermell & Pacheco. They truly cared about me and were compassionate and always right there for me. I am grateful to Mr. Pacheco and the entire staff there for what they did for me.

Posted by Garland | December 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Best Nationwide Defense Base Act Lawyers

I live in Texas and I hired the firm of Gillis, Mermell & Pacheco which is located in Miami to handle my Defense Base Act case for injuries I sustained while working in Afghanistan. I found them through a recommendation from a friend and confirmation on the internet. I was looking for a new lawyer ...as the one I had previously would not return my calls. This firm was awesome. The communication was the key. Anytime I would call or email, I got a quick response with answers to my questions. Mr. Pacheco was very helpful to me as was Ms. Peake and Liz. I feel grateful to this firm for taking great care of me and my case and for ultimately getting me a large settlement that has given me peace of mind and financial freedom. I am recommending this firm to anyone needing a top notch Defense Base Act lawyer.

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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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