Mario R. Arango is a highly skilled bilingual attorney specializing in personal injury, workers' compensation, and contract negotiation. Since 1998, he has dedicated himself to serving the South Florida community, providing legal assistance to those injured on the job, in accidents, and due to others' negligence. Mario was admitted to practice by the Florida Bar and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida in 1998, establishing himself as a trusted legal professional.
With a focus on workers' compensation, artist representation, contract negotiation, personal injury, and Longshoreman/Harbor Act cases, Mario has consistently achieved favorable outcomes for his clients. His expertise extends to various areas of employment law, including sexual harassment/hostile work environment cases, commercial litigation, overtime disputes, and social security disability claims.
Prior to embarking on his legal career, Mario excelled as a businessman, traversing Europe, Africa, Central/South America, and the Caribbean basin. His extensive travel and business experience have provided him with a unique perspective in understanding and connecting with individuals from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds. This invaluable background has enabled him to successfully resolve complex business negotiations and secure fair settlements for the injured.
After serving his country honorably in the military, Mario pursued higher education at Florida International University, graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations. He furthered his education at the University of Miami School of Law, earning his J.D. with honors. During his time in law school, Mario contributed to two law reviews and co-authored an article titled "The Sports Chamber: Exculpatory Agreements Under Pressure," published in Volume 14 1-2 of the University of Miami Entertainment and Sports Law Review.
Throughout his legal career, Mario has cultivated strong relationships with artists from various disciplines. Leveraging these connections, he offers comprehensive services to artists seeking to navigate the complexities of contract negotiation and project development on national and international levels.
Mario remains actively engaged in the legal community, holding memberships in esteemed professional organizations such as The Florida Bar, The American Bar Association, The Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers Association (Florida Justice Association), Dade County Bar Association, Coral Gables Bar Association, Hispanic American Compensation Law Association, Florida's Worker's Advocate, and the Catholic Lawyers Guild, of which he is a founding member. He is also dedicated to giving back to society and is involved in various charitable groups through his church, providing vital assistance to those in need.
Published Work:
"The Sports Chamber: Exculpatory Agreements Under Pressure," University of Miami Entertainment and Sports Law Review, Volume 14 1-2
Pro Bono Activities:
Member, Catholic Lawyers Guild
Professional Associations and Memberships:
The Florida Bar, Member
The American Bar Association, Member
The Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers Association (Florida Justice Association), Member
Dade County Bar Association, Member
Coral Gables Bar Association, Member
Hispanic American Compensation Law Association, Member
Florida's Worker's Advocate, Member