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Michael  Mayoral

Michael Mayoral

Shareholder & Attorney at Law | Perez Mayoral, P.A.
  • Real Estate Law, Business Law, Insurance Claims
  • Florida
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Biography

Michael Mayoral is a co-founder and shareholder of Perez Mayoral, P.A., where he co-leads the firm’s Homeowners and Condominium Association Litigation Practice Group. A seasoned trial attorney, Michael focuses his practice on condominium and homeowners’ association (HOA) law, real estate litigation, and business and insurance litigation throughout Florida.

Michael represents homeowners, unit owners, and property investors in disputes involving the enforcement of governing documents, wrongful fines, maintenance and repair obligations, selective enforcement, property damage, and other association-related conflicts. His work in this area is informed by a broader litigation background that allows him to address governance and legal compliance issues with strategic precision.

Prior to founding Perez Mayoral, P.A., Michael practiced at a prominent insurance defense firm, representing individuals, companies, apartment complexes, and community associations in personal injury, negligent security, and wrongful death claims. He later led a litigation team focused on complex plaintiff-side cases, including high-profile environmental claims.

Michael also has experience advising publicly traded real estate investment trusts, real estate holding companies, foreign suppliers, and closely held corporations in matters involving contract disputes, insurance coverage, partnership disagreements, and shareholder derivative claims. He regularly appears in both state and federal courts and is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida, as well as the Southern District of Alabama and the Eastern District of Louisiana.

Michael began his legal career as a trial attorney at the Miami-Dade County Public Defender’s Office, where he tried dozens of cases to verdict and developed strong courtroom experience early in his career.

He earned his J.D., cum laude, from the University of Miami School of Law, and his B.A., magna cum laude, in

Education
University of Miami School of Law
J.D. | Law
Honors: Cum Laude Honors, Dean's List, Highest Grades in Criminal Procedure and Florida Legal Research.
Activities: Mass Torts and Complex Litigation Society
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Florida International University
B.A. | Philosophy & Economics
Honors: Magna Cum Laude
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Professional Experience
Shareholder | Attorney at Law
Perez Mayoral, P.A.
- Current
Trial Attorney
Downs Law Group
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Senior Associate
Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer
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Owner | Trial Attorney
Mayoral Law Firm, P.A.
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Trial Attorney
Miami Dade Public Defender's Office
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Speaking Engagements
Condominiums: Past, Present, and Future, Florida Lawyers Network - Coral Gables Chapter Meeting, Coral Gables, FL
Florida Lawyers Network
Attorney Michael Mayoral recently spoke to the Coral Gables chapter of Florida Lawyers in that Order on the topic “Condominiums: Past, Present, and Future.” His presentation explored the full history and development of condominiums in Florida, including their legal creation, the rise of disputes and litigation, the impact of the Surfside collapse, and the significant changes that have followed. He also discussed the current challenges and expectations facing condominium communities in Florida.
UM Law - Florida's Stand Your Ground Law Panel, Coral Gables, FL
University of Miami School of Law
Certifications
Litigation Specialization Certificate
University of Miami School of Law
Professional Associations
The Florida Bar  # 0112080
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Florida Bar's Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
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Florida Bar Trial Lawyers Section
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Miami-Dade Trial Lawyers Association
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Cuban American Bar Association
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Florida
The Florida Bar
ID Number: 112080
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5th Circuit
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11th Circuit
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Federal Circuit
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
Practice Areas
Real Estate Law
Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Homeowners Association, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Insurance Claims
Property Insurance
Additional Practice Area
  • HOA & Condominium Law - Homeowner Representation
Languages
  • Spanish: Spoken
Legal Answers
Q. Not served in a debt lawsuit in Duval County, Florida. What happens?
A: If a debt collector filed a lawsuit against you in Duval County and a process server left a card but didn’t actually hand you anything, it may feel like nothing has happened yet. But you need to be really careful. Just because you don’t believe you were properly served doesn’t mean the court won’t move forward anyway.

You should look up the docket for your case on the Duval County clerk’s website and check it regularly. It’s possible they’ll file something claiming they served you, even if you don’t agree with that. They might claim they served someone at your home, or that they served you in another way, and if you don’t catch that, the next step could be a default judgment against you.

So even if you haven’t been contacted or think you weren’t technically served, don’t ignore the case. You’d be well served to keep an eye on the docket every day and talk to an attorney about your options. The risk of a default judgment is real, and once that happens, it’s a lot harder to undo.
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Q. Can I pursue a business for compensation after being rear-ended by their vehicle?
A: Generally speaking, the at-fault party is going to be the driver and/or the business, depending on the specific circumstances. If the driver was working at the time, the business is likely responsible for their actions under what’s called vicarious liability. That business may have insurance that covers the accident, and often it is that insurance company that ends up paying the settlement or judgment.

That said, based on what you are describing, you would be well advised to hire a personal injury attorney. You mentioned injuries and significant damage, and this is not something you should try to handle on your own. An attorney can explain all your rights and your options for recovery, and make sure you are not being taken advantage of.

The short answer is that your claim is against the driver and/or the business, and the business's insurance may be the one that pays. You should not be dealing directly with the insurance company without an attorney.
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Q. How can I access HOA financial records denied by manager in FL?
A: In Florida, both condominium and homeowners’ associations are required to provide access to financial records—even if they were created by the property manager.

For HOAs, Fla. Stat. § 720.303(4)(l) requires associations to maintain:

“All other written records of the association not specifically included in this subsection which are related to the operation of the association.”

For condominiums, Fla. Stat. § 718.111(12)(a)(20) says nearly the same:

“All other written records of the association not specifically included in the foregoing which are related to the operation of the association.”

That includes financials. The manager’s claim that the documents belong to her is legally baseless. You need to send a written records request via certified mail under the applicable statute. If they don’t respond within 10 business days, there are penalties, and you can hire an attorney to enforce your rights and seek damages. ... Read More
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Perez Mayoral, P.A.
999 Ponce De Leon Blvd.
Suite 705
Coral Gables, FL 33134
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Telephone: (305) 928-1077
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