Benjamin Esco, Insurance Attorney in Miami, Florida
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Benjamin Esco is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Insurance.
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- Miami, FLORIDA
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- Handles Insurance matters from Miami, FLORIDA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026).
About Benjamin Esco: Benjamin Esco is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Insurance.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Benjamin takes on
Benjamin concentrates on insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Benjamin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Miami, Florida
Benjamin takes insurance matters in Miami, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Benjamin agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Benjamin Esco — insurance lawyer in Miami
Benjamin Esco is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Insurance.
Benjamin M. Esco is a partner in the firm’s Miami/Key West office. He has practiced as an Insurance Defense Trial Lawyer for thirty-six years. His emphasis is in Trucking Accident Defense, Negligent Security, Premises Liability Defense, for Commercial, Residential, and Hospitality Industry clients, including hotels, restaurants, and liquor establishments. He also practices in the defense of Nursing Homes, Auto Negligence, Condominiums and Homeowners’ Associations, Construction Defects, Service Station/Convenience Store Defense, Aquatic Accidents/Commercial and Residential Drownings, as well as in Insurance Coverage issues.
He earned a Business Degree from Florida State University, with high honors, in 1984, then graduated from University of Florida Law School in 1987. He was a member of Omicron Delta Kappa, Gold Key, and Mortar Board, among other Honor Societies. He also served as president of his college fraternity, and as president of the Campus-Wide Interfraternity Judicial Council.
Mr. Esco is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the United States District Courts for the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida, and all courts within the State of Florida.
Mr. Esco is A.V. rated by Martindale-Hubbell. He is a current or past member of the Florida Defense Lawyers Association, the Dade County Defense Bar, and the Coral Gables Bar Association. He was recently selected by his local peers for membership in the American Board of Trial Advocates.
Mr. Esco has held Board and Committee positions in local charity and church organizations. He actively participates in seminars and speaking engagements for clients and insurance carriers.
Mr. Esco has tried more than one hundred jury and non-jury cases in state and federal courts in Florida, as well as defended multiple arbitration proceedings, and has served as an expert witness in court proceedings and magistrate hearings.
Mr. Esco has also briefed and argued multiple appellate cases.
Working with Benjamin on a insurance matter
Benjamin M. Esco is a partner in the firm’s Miami/Key West office. He has practiced as an Insurance Defense Trial Lawyer for thirty-six years. His emphasis is in Trucking Accident Defense, Negligent Security, Premises Liability Defense, for Commercial, Residential, and Hospitality Industry clients, including hotels, restaurants, and liquor establishments. He also practices in the defense of…
Who Benjamin represents
Benjamin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Florida
J.D. · 1987
Benjamin studied at J.D. in University of Florida.
Law school and academic background
Benjamin completed J.D. in University of Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Benjamin runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Benjamin has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026).
Locations
Benjamin Esco's office in Miami
Benjamin's primary office is at 9150 South Dadeland Boulevard, Suite 1400, Miami, Florida, 33156. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Benjamin Esco — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Benjamin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Benjamin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benjamin's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Benjamin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Miami, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Benjamin
Benjamin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Benjamin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Benjamin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Benjamin Esco
How much does it cost to hire Benjamin for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Benjamin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Benjamin offer a free consultation?
Benjamin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benjamin's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Benjamin's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Florida typically take?
Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Benjamin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Benjamin take my case if I'm outside Miami?
Benjamin is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Benjamin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Benjamin?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Benjamin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Benjamin accepting new insurance clients right now?
Benjamin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Miami, Tampa and Orlando in Florida
Benjamin handles insurance matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.
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- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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