Jose R. Riguera

Adequate representation for a complex business dispute

I engaged Jose Riguera of Akerman LLP to handle a significant commercial litigation matter involving a breach of contract and fiduciary duty claims between my company and a former business partner. With his 35 years of experience and recognition in commercial litigation, I was confident in his legal acumen. His analysis of the case was thorough, and his strategic approach during the discovery phase was solid, leveraging his deep knowledge of Florida law from his long tenure in Fort Lauderdale. However, the experience was not without its frustrations. Communication was sometimes slower than I would have preferred, with responses to emails taking several days. While his legal work was competent, I sometimes felt like a lower priority on his docket. The case was resolved with an acceptable settlement, but the process felt more transactional than collaborative. For straightforward legal matters requiring his specific expertise, he is a capable attorney, but manage your expectations regarding client communication and accessibility.