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Mariacté Correa-Cestero, ADR Attorney in the United States

Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Construction · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing adr since 1997.

29+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
2
Bar admissions

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Mariacté Correa-Cestero is a member based in San Juan, PR. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Construction. Mariacté has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Neill & Borges LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
San Juan, PR
Experience
over 29 years
Known for
ADR · Business · Construction
  • Handles ADR, Business, and Construction matters from San Juan, PR.
  • Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Mariacté Correa-Cestero: Mariacté Correa-Cestero is a member based in San Juan, PR. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Construction. Mariacté has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Neill & Borges LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Mariacté takes on

Mariacté concentrates on adr, business, construction, environmental, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mariacté handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases nationwide

Mariacté takes adr matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mariacté agrees to represent you.

Business cases nationwide

Mariacté takes business matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mariacté agrees to represent you.

Construction cases nationwide

Mariacté takes construction matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mariacté agrees to represent you.

Environmental cases nationwide

Mariacté takes environmental matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mariacté agrees to represent you.

General cases nationwide

Mariacté takes general matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mariacté agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Mariacté Correa-Cestero — adr lawyer in the U.S.

Mariacté Correa-Cestero is a member based in San Juan, PR. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Construction. Mariacté has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Neill & Borges LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Mariacté Correa-Cestero is a lawyer practicing administrative agency proceedings, alternative dispute resolution, commercial litigation and 7 other areas of law. Mariacté received a B.S. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years. Mariacté practices at O'Neill & Borges LLC in San Juan, PR.

Mariacté's approach to adr cases

Mariacté Correa-Cestero is a lawyer practicing administrative agency proceedings, alternative dispute resolution, commercial litigation and 7 other areas of law. Mariacté received a B.S. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years. Mariacté practices at O'Neill & Borges LLC in San Juan, PR.

The kind of cases Mariacté takes

Mariacté reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and construction matters in the United States.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Puerto Rico

    J.D. · 1996

  • University of Pennsylvania

    B.S. · 1993

Jurisdictions

Mariacté's state bar admissions

  • U.S. Court of Appeal

    1999 · ACTIVE

  • Puerto Rico U.S. Dis

    1997 · ACTIVE

Mariacté studied at J.D. in University of Puerto Rico and B.S. in University of Pennsylvania.

Law school and academic background

Mariacté completed J.D. in University of Puerto Rico and B.S. in University of Pennsylvania. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mariacté runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Mariacté has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Locations

Mariacté Correa-Cestero's office in San Juan

Mariacté's primary office is at American International Plaza, 250 Muñoz Rivera Avenue, Suite 800, San Juan, PR, 00918-1813. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

O'Neill & Borges LLC

American International Plaza, 250 Muñoz Rivera Avenue, Suite 800

San Juan, PR 00918-1813

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Mariacté Correa-Cestero — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Mariacté. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in your area.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mariacté Correa-Cestero — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Mariacté charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mariacté'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; Mariacté will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in your state

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Mariacté

Mariacté discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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. Mariacté confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Mariacté's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mariacté Correa-Cestero

  • How much does it cost to hire Mariacté for a adr case?

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

  • Does Mariacté offer a free consultation?

    Mariacté charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mariacté's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Mariacté's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in this state typically take?

    Simple adr 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. Mariacté gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Mariacté take my case if I'm outside the area?

    Mariacté evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Mariacté's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Mariacté?

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

  • Is Mariacté accepting new adr clients right now?

    Mariacté's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.