
David Caballero, Business Attorney in Miami, Florida
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Litigation
PartneratCole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.
Miami, FL
Practicing business in Miami since 2010.
- 16+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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David Caballero is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. David has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A..
- Based in
- Miami, FL
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Litigation
- Handles Business, General, and Litigation matters from Miami, FL.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About David Caballero: David Caballero is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. David has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A..
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David Caballero
David concentrates on business, general, litigation, maritime, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Miami, Florida
David takes business 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 David agrees to represent you.
General cases in Miami, Florida
David takes general 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 David agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Miami, Florida
David takes litigation 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 David agrees to represent you.
Maritime cases in Miami, Florida
David takes maritime 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 David agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Miami, Florida
David takes personal injury 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 David agrees to represent you.
Biography
About David Caballero — Over 16 years of Florida business experience
David Caballero is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. David has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A..
David Orestes Caballero is a Partner in the firm’s Miami and Key West offices. He primarily focuses his practice on federal and state civil litigation in the areas of automobile negligence, product liability and hospitality defense. Mr. Caballero has defended numerous manufacturers and retailers of products including aircrafts, automobiles, tractor trailers, large trucks, motorcycles, maritime vessels, watercrafts, engines, high-voltage batteries, e-cigarette products, tires, vehicle restraint and occupant protection systems, heavy equipment/machinery, construction tools, and industrial machines. He also practices law in the areas of marine law, commercial litigation, and bankruptcy.
Mr. Caballero has defended numerous resorts, hotels, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, vendors, tour operators and commercial entities in multiple jurisdictions including Latin America and the Caribbean. He is a member of the firm’s hospitality, marine/admiralty, and product liability practice groups.
Mr. Caballero graduated with University Honors from Carnegie Mellon University with a Bachelor of Science in Public Policy and Management and minor concentrations in Business Administration and History. Mr. Caballero was also a member of the Carnegie Mellon University football team while an undergraduate. Mr. Caballero received his law degree from the Florida International University College of Law, where he was on the Dean’s List and graduated top 10% of his class.
Mr. Caballero was named one of Florida Trend’s Legal Elite “Top Up and Comers” in 2013. In 2018-2020, He was named as one of Florida’s top “Rising Stars” by Super Lawyers Magazine, which is awarded to less than 2.5% of the attorneys in the state. Additionally, Mr. Caballero was honored by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation by receiving the Top 40 Under 40 Outstanding Lawyers of South Florida award in 2018.
Awards & Recognitions
Super Lawyers Rising Stars: 2018 - 2020
Top 40 Under 40 Outstanding Lawyers of South Florida, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 2018
Florida Trend Legal Elite “Top Up and Comers,” 2013
Newsroom
News
•Defense Verdict Secured in Hillsborough County Auto Accident Trial
Recent Successful Trial, 3.23.2026
•Defense Verdict on Contested Liability Case in Broward County, FL
Recent Successful Trial, 9.2.2025
•Complete Defense Verdict in Admitted Liability Auto Accident in Broward County
Recent Successful Trial, 8.14.2025
Working with David on a business matter
David Orestes Caballero is a Partner in the firm’s Miami and Key West offices. He primarily focuses his practice on federal and state civil litigation in the areas of automobile negligence, product liability and hospitality defense. Mr. Caballero has defended numerous manufacturers and retailers of products including aircrafts, automobiles, tractor trailers, large trucks, motorcycles, maritime…
Who David represents
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and litigation matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
David Caballero's legal education and bar admissions
Florida International University J.D.
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Carnegie Mellon University B.S. Public Policy and Management, with honors and Minor concentrations in Business Administration and History
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Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Florida U.S. Distric
2010 · ACTIVE
David studied at — in Florida International University J.D. and — in Carnegie Mellon University B.S. Public Policy and Management, with honors and Minor concentrations in Business Administration and History.
Law school and academic background
David completed — in Florida International University J.D. and — in Carnegie Mellon University B.S. Public Policy and Management, with honors and Minor concentrations in Business Administration and History. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Associations •The Florida Bar •Miami-Dade Bar •American Bar Association •Cuban American Bar Association •Belen Jesuit Alumni Lawyers Section
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Locations
David Caballero's office in Miami
David's primary office is at Dadeland Centre II, 9150 South Dadeland Boulevard, Suite 1400, Miami, FL, 33156. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.
Dadeland Centre II, 9150 South Dadeland Boulevard, Suite 1400
Miami, FL 33156
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How to hire David Caballero — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Miami, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Caballero
How much does it cost to hire David for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Florida typically take?
Simple business 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Miami?
David 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 — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new business clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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