Edward Montoya, Esq.

Edward Montoya, Esq.

Edward is a distinguished trial attorney with more than 30 years of experience in litigation, handling a wide array of cases including personal injury, wrongful death, product liability, and aviation accidents. His proficiency has led to numerous multi-million dollar resolutions in both state and federal courts. Edward also serves aviation clients in commercial contracts, liability claims, and FAA matters. As a Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator and Qualified Arbitrator for Circuit Civil cases, he excels in mediation and arbitration matters.

Holding a Juris Doctor degree from Vermont Law School and a Master of Science in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution from Columbia University, Edward’s academic background has significantly contributed to his success. His commitment to social justice is evident through his work with CASA, a non-profit aimed at protecting immigrant families, where he has played crucial roles including chairman and secretary.

In addition to his legal practice, Edward is dedicated to education and mentorship within the legal community. Since 2001, he has trained numerous paralegal interns from Miami-Dade Community College, along with law clerks and firm associates, many of whom have become practicing attorneys. Edward’s contributions to both the legal field and his community underline his commitment to excellence and service.

Practice Areas

Catastrophic personal injuries
Air disasters and general aviation law
Wrongful death
Product liability
Trucking accidents
Maritime passenger and crew member cases
Construction accidents and other injury matters

Education

J.D. – Vermont Law School – South Royalton, VT
M.S. Negotiation and Conflict Resolution – Columbia University – New York, NY
B.A. Economics – Florida International University – Miami, FL

Admission to Practice

The Florida Bar
District of Columbia Bar Association
United States District Court, Southern District of Florida
United States District Court, Middle District of Florida,
United States District Court Certified Mediator, Middle District of Florida, 2023
Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator, Circuit Civil
The United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit

Languages

Fluent in English and Spanish