Euribiades Cerrud II, commonly known as Euri, has been providing invaluable legal counsel to small and medium-sized businesses since the year 2001. Born in Santurce, Puerto Rico, to Dr. Euribiades Cerrud, an Oncologic Surgeon and Chief of Surgery at Centro Medico Puerto Rico, and Dr. Milagros Rivera, a Pediatrician with San Juan Health, Euri's early exposure to the medical field instilled a unique perspective on the intersection of law and business.
Euri's educational journey includes completing high school at Colegio San Ignacio de Loyola, earning an Associate of Arts Degree from Valencia College, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics with a minor in Business Administration from Rollins College, and ultimately obtaining his Juris Doctor Degree from New England Law | Boston.
His reputation as a business-centric attorney with a profound understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape has made Euri a sought-after advisor. He strives to ensure that small and medium-sized businesses have equitable access to the law, offering competent legal representation with predictable costs and innovative processes.
Euri's experience spans a wide range of areas, including advising emerging enterprises on structured and unstructured business entities, contract formation and design, non-compete agreements, non-disclosure agreements, trademarks, real estate transactions, and asset protection in both domestic and international markets.
Euri has played a pivotal role in shaping legal frameworks, contributing to the drafting of significant legislations such as the Revised Limited Liability Company Act of the State of Florida, the Business Corporation Act of the State of Florida, the Business Court (Complex Commercial Litigation) Procedures for the Ninth Judicial Circuit of the State of Florida, the bylaws of the American Inns of Court, and the Orange County Bar Foundation.
As an adjunct professor at Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law, Euri shares his wealth of knowledge by lecturing on Uniform Commercial Code Articles 1, 2, 2A, and 9.
His contributions have not gone unnoticed, as Euri has been recognized by the U.S. House of Representatives and the Florida Senate for his significant impact on Central Florida's society and business community. Euri holds esteemed positions on the boards of the Orange County Bar Association, the Orange County Bar Foundation, the George C. Young American Inn of Court, and the Hispanic Bar Association of Central Florida.
Fluent in Spanish and English, with a working knowledge of French and Portuguese, Euri has successfully engaged in transactions across the Caribbean, South America, and the European Union.
Euri's commitment to community involvement is exemplary, as evidenced by his active participation in various organizations, including Christian Help, the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando, Rollins College Alumni Association, and many more. His leadership roles in legal, business, and community committees underscore his dedication to making a positive impact.
Euri has received numerous honors, including the CALI Excellence for the Future Awards, recognition by State of Florida Senator Darren M. Soto for pro-bono representation during the foreclosure crisis, and the El Josco Award for Professional of the Year.
His involvement in classes, seminars, and speaking engagements reflects his commitment to continuous learning and knowledge sharing. Euri's multifaceted contributions extend beyond the legal realm, making him a distinguished figure in the legal profession, the business community, and the community at large.
