Xiomara L Cruz

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Areas of Practice

Admitted to Practice Law

• Admitted FL Bar 2004
• Admitted NJ Bar 2006

Education

Biographical Information

I earned my Juris Doctorate from Benjamin Cardozo School of Law in NY. I am Admitted to the Florida and New Jersey Bar(s) (currently active in Florida). The focus of my firm is to aggressively and comprehensively represent my clients. I believe my common sense and "straight" talk reflects my drive for honesty and integrity. Prior to entering law school, I worked in the casualty claims department of Chubb & Son. After law school, I worked for various firms. Representing medical providers in insurance claims litigation, defending and representing both individuals and insurance companies in claims involving: auto insurance, health insurance, uninsured and underinsured issues. I started as a solo practitioner in 2004, focusing on assisting clients in immigration and real estate matters such as tenant-landlord disputes, sales contract negotiations, and representing buyers. After taking a family leave, I recently re-established and relocated my practice within Coral Springs, FL. Aside from Personal Injury cases, I also represent clients in real estate litigation including evictions(Plaintiff OR Defendant) and foreclosure defenses. Some examples of my Immigration cases include Family petitions; The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and adjustment of status issues with Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) and most recently, with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). My Additional Thoughts: I prefer that clients read and educate themselves on an issue because it is then easier to communicate. However, since ignorance or misunderstanding of the law holds no basis for defense in legal matters, it is best to ask the advice of an attorney before taking a legal step in a gray area. As Benjamin Franklin wrote, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure."

Born: Colombia