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Miguel Angelo Silva, International Attorney in Miami, Florida

Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on International, International Tax, and Tax · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

PartneratMcDermott Will & Emery LLP

Miami, FL

Practicing international in Miami since 1996.

30+
Years practicing
4.4 ★
1 client review
2
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Miguel Angelo Silva is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on International, International Tax, and Tax. Miguel has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McDermott Will & Emery LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Miami, FL
Experience
over 30 years
Known for
International · International Tax · Tax
  • Handles International, International Tax, and Tax matters from Miami, FL.
  • Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Miguel Angelo Silva: Miguel Angelo Silva is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on International, International Tax, and Tax. Miguel has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McDermott Will & Emery LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Miguel takes on

Miguel concentrates on international, international tax, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Miguel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

International cases in Miami, Florida

Miguel 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 Miguel agrees to represent you.

International Tax cases in Miami, Florida

Miguel takes international tax 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 Miguel agrees to represent you.

Tax cases in Miami, Florida

Miguel takes tax 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 Miguel agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Miguel Angelo Silva — international lawyer in Miami

Miguel Angelo Silva is a partner based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on International, International Tax, and Tax. Miguel has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McDermott Will & Emery LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Miguel Angelo Silva is a lawyer practicing international law, international tax, tax law. Miguel received a B.S. degree from University of Florida, Warrington College of Business, in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years. Miguel practices at McDermott Will & Emery LLP in Miami, FL.

Working with Miguel on a international matter

Miguel Angelo Silva is a lawyer practicing international law, international tax, tax law. Miguel received a B.S. degree from University of Florida, Warrington College of Business, in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years. Miguel practices at McDermott Will & Emery LLP in Miami, FL.

Who Miguel represents

Miguel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for international, international tax, and tax matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Florida College of Law

    J.D. · 1994

  • University of Florida, Warrington College of Business,

    B.S. University · 1990

Jurisdictions

Miguel's state bar admissions

  • U.S. Tax Court

    1996 · ACTIVE

  • Florida

    1996 · ACTIVE

Miguel studied at J.D. in University of Florida College of Law and B.S. University in University of Florida, Warrington College of Business,.

Law school and academic background

Miguel completed J.D. in University of Florida College of Law and B.S. University in University of Florida, Warrington College of Business,. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Miguel runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

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

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Miguel's professional memberships and bar associations

  • The Florida Bar (Tax International Law Real Property, Probate and Trusts Law Sections) Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (International Taxation Committee) Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce

    membership

Locations

Miguel Angelo Silva's office in Miami

Miguel's primary office is at 333 Ave. of the Americas, Ste. 4500, Miami, FL, 33131-2184. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

McDermott Will & Emery LLP

333 Ave. of the Americas, Ste. 4500

Miami, FL 33131-2184

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Miguel Angelo Silva — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review

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

4.4

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Hiring guide

How to hire Miguel Angelo Silva — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a international attorney in Miami, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many international 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 Miguel

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every international 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. Miguel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Miguel Angelo Silva

  • How much does it cost to hire Miguel for a international case?

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

  • Does Miguel offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do international cases in Florida typically take?

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

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

    Miguel 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 — Miguel 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 Miguel?

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

  • Is Miguel accepting new international clients right now?

    Miguel'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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