Patricio L. Cordero
Attorney Profile
Top Rated Bankruptcy Attorney in Miami, FL
- Bankruptcy: Consumer (60%),
- Real Estate: Consumer (20%),
- Family Law (20%)
- English,
- Spanish
Patricio L. Cordero is an attorney and the managing partner of The Law Offices of Patrick L. Cordero, PA, in Miami, Florida. Mr. Cordero focuses his practice on consumer bankruptcy and handles family law and real estate matters, as well. He serves clients throughout the Miami region.
Mr. Cordero has more than 30 years of experience and runs the largest consumer bankruptcy firm in Florida. Over the years, he has received recognition from various legal and community organizations. Minority Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C. named him the “National Bankruptcy Lawyer Of The Year” in 2015 and the National Advocates named him one of the “Top 100 Lawyers” in 2016.
In addition, the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys awarded him with a Client Satisfaction Award in 2016 and the Legal Network has recognized him for his accomplishments over the years. He enjoys serving the Miami community and sponsors two annual events designed to help needy children and families.
Mr. Cordero maintains active membership in several professional organizations. These include the American Bar Association, the Federal Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, the Latin Builders Association and the Latin American Business Association.
Mr. Cordero received a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He earned his law degree from St. Thomas University School of Law in Miami and obtained his license to practice law in 1989. He is qualified to appear before all Florida state courts, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida and various other federal courts.
- 60%Bankruptcy: Consumer
- 20%Real Estate: Consumer
- 20%Family Law
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About Patricio Cordero
Admitted: 1989, Florida
Professional Webpage: http://attorneycordero.com/about/patrick-l-cordero/
Honors/Awards:
- Lawyer of the Decade, 2001-2010
- Lawyer of the Decade, Minority chamber of commerce, 2010
- Key to City of Hialeah, Florida for his contribution, 2011
- America’s Top 50 Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, 2011
- Top Lawyers in Florida, The Legal Network, 2013
- Top 100 Lawyer Consumer Bankruptcy Award, 2013, 2014 & 2015
- Miami-Dade County Certificate of Appreciation and Recognition
- Client Distinction Award, Martindale Hubbell, 2014
- National minority lawyer of Year, Minority Chamber of Commerce, 2014
- Avvo Client’s Choice Award, 2015
- Top 50 lawyers in America, Legal Network, 2015
- Highest in Ethical Standards & Professional Excellence, Top Lawyers in Florida. The Legal Network, 2016
- Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates, 2016
- Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2016
- The Hispanic Leader of the Year, The Minority Chamber of Commerce, 2016
- Lawyers of Distinction, 2017
- Top 5% America's Most Honored Professionals., America's Most Honored Professionals., America's Most Honored Professionals., 2016
- One of the Top Lawyers in Florida, Select Legal Network
- Client Distinction Award, Lawyers.com
- A+ rating, Better Business Bureau
- Very high rating in both legal Ability and Ethical Standards., Martindale-Hubbell, 2017
- Premier Service Award, Premier Service Award, Cityof.com, 2016
- Best Law Firm of the Year 2018, Best Law Firm of the Year 2018, U.S. Minority Chamber of Commerce, 2018
- The National Person of the year 2015, The National Person of the year 2015, The Minority Chamber of Commerce, 2015
Special Licenses/Certifications:
- U.S. Federal Courts
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida
- Florida Bar
Bar/Professional Activity:
- American Trial Lawyers Association
- Bankruptcy Bar Association of Southern District of Florida
- National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Lawyers
- Federal Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida
- U.S. Federal Courts
- Florida
Pro bono/Community Service:
- Legal Aid, Broward Lawyers Care, 2002
- Board of Advisors, St. Thomas School of Law
- Latin American Business Association
- Minority Chambers of Commerce
- Latin Builders Association
Scholarly Lectures/Writings:
- Con Patrick L. Cordero la bancarrota dejo de ser un eterno, Libre, 2003
- Cordero de Miami , The Miami Herald, 2010
- South Florida Bankruptcies Surge, The Miami Herald, 2009
- Aumentan los casos de Bancarrota en el Sur de la Florida, The Miami Herald, 2009
- Desterrados en Madrid, El Nuevo Herald, 2010
Educational Background:
- St. Thomas University School of Law, Miami Florida, 1987
- Marquette University, Milwakee, Wisconsin. B.A., Business Administration - 1983 Major: Finance, Minor in Marketing, 1983
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Last Updated: 12/16/2020