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Rivero Mestre law clerk and second-year University of Miami School of Law student Daniela Acosta was recently featured in News@TheU. She shared that at Rivero Mestre, she gained hands-on litigation experience while exploring her interests in business law and international disputes, applying skills from Miami Law’s International Moot Court and Spanish for Lawyers programs. "My involvement in the International Moot Court Program and the Spanish for Lawyers course has been essential in my work at the firm," Daniela shared. "With many international disputes and arbitration cases, my Spanish skills and knowledge of international law have been valuable. I’m thankful to the entire Rivero Mestre team for the opportunity, and I truly enjoy the firm’s amazing culture." Read more here:?https://lnkd.in/e6UvtwR5. #RiveroMestre

The Third District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court’s decision in a highly contested dispute between two brothers-in-law over the ownership of a Panamanian private interest foundation and its multimillion-dollar asset. Rivero Mestre successfully moved to dismiss the?case?in the trial court on the grounds of forum non conveniens, arguing that the parties—both Panamanian residents—were engaged in a dispute centered on a Panamanian foundation and uniquely Panamanian legal issues. Click here to view the full oral argument:?https://lnkd.in/eBAzKksM #RiveroMestre

Congratulations to Amanda Fernandez, managing partner at Rivero Mestre, on being sworn in as president of the Cuban American Bar Association at its 51st Annual Installation Gala on Saturday, Feb. 8. The firm was proud to sponsor the event, attended by Andres Rivero, Jorge A. Mestre, Christina Ceballos-Levy, Robert Kuntz, Ana C. Malave, and Allison Henry. As president, Amanda aims to strengthen partnerships with other bar associations and expand mentorship and leadership opportunities for young lawyers and law students. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eUP_sX8r. #RiveroMestre #CABA #Diversity #Inclusion

Jorge A. Mestre will speak on a virtual panel at the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) North America Branch’s 2025 Senior Lawyers Program on March 4. He will share valuable insights from his career and his experience with CIArb. CIArb is a global organization with over 16,000 professionals involved in private dispute resolution. The North America branch offers members globally recognized certification, professional ADR training, forums for exchanging ideas, and networking opportunities. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/exF4Tcve #RiveroMestre #CIArb #NAB

Congratulations to?Jorge A. Mestre for being selected as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb),?the world’s largest community of private dispute resolution professionals. Fellows are committed to the highest professional standards and ethics in alternative dispute resolution. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eXy8yBpp. #RiveroMestre #CIArb

Following a successful jury trial, Rivero Mestre obtained a final judgment awarding Cedros Management Investments LLC its elected remedy of rescission and the return of its multimillion-dollar condominium in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida. Congratulations to our team for their victory, which is part of a broader dispute with more than $50 million at stake. #RiveroMestre

Congratulations to Rivero Mestre's managing partner, Amanda Fernandez, on being named a 2025 40 Under 40 Award recipient by the Miami-Dade Bar Young Lawyers Section. ? This recognition reflects her ongoing dedication to the legal community, highlighted by her recent induction as president of the Cuban American Bar Association. The 40 Under 40 awards will be presented at the Miami Nights ceremony on February 27, 2025, at the Hotel Colonnade in Coral Gables. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/em7eBs_4. #RiveroMestre #MiamiDadeBar #40Under40?

Congratulations to Rivero Mestre's managing partner, Amanda Fernandez, on becoming president of the Cuban American Bar Association. She will be sworn in at CABA's 51st Annual Installation Gala on Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Intercontinental Hotel in Miami. Rivero Mestre is a proud sponsor of the event. Amanda’s presidency was featured in recent articles from the Daily Business Review and The Florida Bar, highlighting her leadership at CABA, dedication to diversity and inclusion, and her unique perspective as a mother. ? “This year’s theme, ‘El Próximo Paso,’ or ‘The Next Step,’ represents CABA’s forward-looking vision,” Amanda said. “It embodies?my?vision for CABA as we move forward, reflecting on the foundation built by past leaders and exploring how we can expand upon it in the future.” As president, Amanda aims to strengthen partnerships with other bar associations and expand mentorship and leadership opportunities for young lawyers and law students. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dtRy6htA. #RiveroMestre #CABA

Rivero Mestre Law Clerk Elizabeth Ruiz, was recently featured in StudyInternational.com. In her interview, she discussed how the University of Miami’s LL.M. program shaped her legal career after moving to the U.S. from Cuba. A key moment in her journey was the LL.M. Practicum, which placed her at Rivero Mestre, where she gained hands-on litigation experience and discovered a passion for the field. “Before, I didn’t see myself in a courtroom or pursuing litigation; I envisioned a transactional role,” Elizabeth shared. “This opportunity completely changed my perspective.” Her success at Rivero Mestre led to her current role, where she now works on complex corporate litigation and international arbitration cases.?

Christina Ceballos-Levy has been recognized in Florida Trend Legal Elite’s NOTABLE Women Leaders in Law, honoring women in the legal profession who excel in their careers and stand out for their achievements beyond the office. Christina was recognized for her work in business disputes, professional malpractice defense, and multidistrict litigation, including cross-border cases in countries like Venezuela, Colombia, and South Korea. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ebHPSzc3. #RiveroMestre #LegalElite #WomenLeaders