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Jose E. "Joe" Sirven, Business Attorney in Miami, Florida

focused on Business, International, and Litigation

Miami, FL

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Jose E. "Joe" Sirven is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Business, International, and Litigation.

Based in
Miami, FLORIDA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · International · Litigation
  • Handles Business, International, and Litigation matters from Miami, FLORIDA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law (Miami) (2013).

About Jose E. "Joe" Sirven: Jose E. "Joe" Sirven is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Business, International, and Litigation.

Areas of practice

Jose's practice areas in Miami

Jose concentrates on business, international, litigation, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jose handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Miami, Florida

Jose 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 Jose agrees to represent you.

International cases in Miami, Florida

Jose takes international 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 Jose agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Miami, Florida

Jose 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 Jose agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Miami, Florida

Jose takes m&a 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 Jose agrees to represent you.

Biography

Jose E. "Joe" Sirven, business attorney serving Miami

Jose E. "Joe" Sirven is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Business, International, and Litigation. Jose works from Miami, Florida and takes on business matters across the region.

Jose E. Sirven is a partner in Holland & Knight's Miami office and co-chairs the firm's Financial Services Practice Group. He has practiced in the financial services, mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance and cross-border fields for more than 30 years. A significant part of his cross-border work has involved Latin American and Caribbean jurisdictions, including Mexico and nearly every country in South and Central America. Mr. Sirven regularly conducts complex negotiations and drafts documents in the Spanish language.

At Holland & Knight, Mr. Sirven has served on the firm's Directors Committee for more than a decade, including chairing a number of committees such as the Budget and Finance Committee and the Managing Partner Compensation Committee, and has served the firm as the Executive Partner of the Miami office.

Mr. Sirven is active in a number of community organizations, including serving on the Advisory Board for the International MBA program at Florida International University and on the Advisory Board for the School of Accounting at Florida International University.

At the University of Miami School of Law, he served as Articles & Comments Editor for the University of Miami Law Review.

Jose's approach to business cases

Jose E. Sirven is a partner in Holland & Knight's Miami office and co-chairs the firm's Financial Services Practice Group. He has practiced in the financial services, mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance and cross-border fields for more than 30 years. A significant part of his cross-border work has involved Latin American and Caribbean jurisdictions, including Mexico and nearly every…

The kind of cases Jose takes

Jose reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, international, and litigation matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Jose studied and practices

  • Florida International University

Jurisdictions

Jose's state bar admissions

  • Florida, The Florida

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Jose studied at — in Florida International University.

Law school and academic background

Jose completed — in Florida International University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jose runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Jose's legal honors and published work

Jose has received 21 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law (Miami)

    2013

  • Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — International Trade and Finance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Finance

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mergers & Acquisitions

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Regulatory

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Transactions

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Global – The World's Leading Lawyers for Business guide, Corporate & Finance, 2007

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Legal 500 Latin America, Corporate/Mergers & Acquisitions, 2012

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend magazine, 2012, 2016

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Florida Super Lawyers magazine, 2006-2016

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America guide, Miami Banking and Finance Law Lawyer of the Year, 2013

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Banking and Finance Law (Miami) (2013). Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — International Trade and Finance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance (2026).

Locations

Jose E. "Joe" Sirven's office in Miami

Jose's primary office is at 701 Brickell Avenue, Suite 3300, Miami, Florida, 33131. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

701 Brickell Avenue, Suite 3300

Miami, Florida 33131

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jose E. "Joe" Sirven — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jose usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Jose charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jose'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; Jose 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 Jose

Jose 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. Jose confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Jose'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 Jose E. "Joe" Sirven

  • How much does it cost to hire Jose for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jose walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Jose offer a free consultation?

    Jose charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jose's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Jose'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. Jose gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Jose take my case if I'm outside Miami?

    Jose 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 — Jose 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 Jose?

    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. Jose will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Jose accepting new business clients right now?

    Jose'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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