Atty. Luis E. Llamas
Luis Llamas is a partner in the Maritime Practice Group. He concentrates his practice on complex commercial litigation, admiralty disputes, trade secret and non-compete disputes, and international law.
Admiralty and Maritime Law & More Attorney · Serving Miami, FL
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About Luis E. Llamas at a Glance
Luis E. Llamas is a business, litigation, and maritime attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Jones Walker Llp. Admitted to practice in Florida, FL and Louisiana, LA. Educated at Florida International University (JD, 2010) and Loyola University New Orleans (BA, 2007). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Admiralty and Maritime Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law (2026). Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Luis E. Llamas
- Luis Llamas is a partner in the Maritime Practice Group
- He concentrates his practice on complex commercial litigation, admiralty disputes, trade secret and non-compete disputes, and international law
- Luis co-leads the firm's Latin America working group and is the head of the firm’s Miami office
- Luis is a highly respected litigator
- Luis has handled cases across the United States involving marine casualties, trade secret and non-compete agreements, breach of contract, unfair trade practices and alleged violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), among other disputes
- In his maritime practice, Luis has led multiple casualty investigations and resulting litigation and routinely handles cases involving marine casualties, collision, personal injury, complex maritime products liability, commercial litigation, contract disputes, and a wide range of transactional matters
- Luis counsels employers on avoiding risks and crisis management
- He is regularly called upon to give advice on trade secret and unfair competition issues that arise when employees change employment and handles the litigation that often ensues from such departures
- Luis is on the firm’s trade secret and non-compete team and a contributing member of the Trade Secret Insider blog
- He has litigated international cases before state and federal courts as well as in arbitrations before the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID)
- Luis is a sought-after speaker and panelist on topics of international law
- Among other presentations, he has spoken on legal and regulatory issues related to US-Cuba relations, including changes in Export Administration Regulations administered by the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and the Cuban Assets Control Regulations administered by the Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)
- Luis is fluent in Spanish
Practice Areas Explained
Luis E. Llamas's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Luis E. Llamas handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Miami.
Business & Corporate Law in Miami
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Miami
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Maritime & Admiralty Law in Miami
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Miami
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Miami are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Miami Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Miami-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Miami Choose Luis E. Llamas
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Luis E. Llamas's practice in the field of business, litigation, and maritime.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida, FL and Louisiana, LA, Luis E. Llamas can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and maritime, Luis E. Llamas can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Miami
A Miami-based practice means Luis E. Llamas attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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