Antonio Maldonado

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Antonio Maldonado: Attorney with Maldonado Myers LLP
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer Reviewed
  • Gold Client Champion
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Biography

Mr. Maldonado is a US-Mexico cross-border attorney licensed to practice law in both the United States, in California and New York, and throughout Mexico since the year 2000. He is the founder and principal of Maldonado Law Group, and actively litigates in courts located in California and in Mexico, primarily in Baja California and Baja California Sur. Mr. Maldonado is bilingual in English and Spanish with complete fluency in the legal systems of both the United States and Mexico. He earned a Licenciatura en Derecho (LLB) degree from the Instituto Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM) in Monterrey, Mexico and a Master of Laws (LLM) degree from American University in Washington D.C.

Mr. Maldonado has been recognized by regional publications in California as one of San Diego's best attorneys in the areas of international law and business law, and has been rated "Superb" 10 out of 10 by Avvo. He has many times served as an expert witness on Mexican Law in US litigation matters, having been a court-appointed expert on Mexico Law by the Supreme Court of California in Los Angeles County. He is an active member of the following organizations: American Bar Association (International Law Section and Litigation Section), State Bar of California (International Law Section and Litigation Section), Los Angeles County Bar Association (International Law Section), San Diego County Bar Association (International Law Section), the U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce (California Pacific Chapter, Member of the Advisory Board) and the American Inns of Court (William B. Enright Inn of Court, Barrister member).



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Areas of Practice (23)

  • Cross Border Disputes
  • Cross Border Probate
  • Business Law
  • Discovery in Mexico
  • Real Estate
  • Judgment
  • Enforcement
  • Mexico Litigation
  • Mexico Real Estate
  • Mexico Business Law
  • Mexico Real Estate Law
  • Business Formation
  • Business Litigation
  • Business Planning
  • Business Regulation
  • Business Start-Ups
  • Business Transactions
  • Buying and Selling of Businesses
  • Family Business Law
  • Joint Ventures
  • Mexico Trade
  • Tijuana Business Law
  • Tijuana Real Estate Law

Education & Credentials

Law School Attended:
Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, LL.B.; American University, LL.M.
Year of First Admission:
2000
Admission:
2000, Mexico; 2003, New York; 2005, California
Memberships:
American Bar Association (Member, Sections on: International Law; Litigation); State Bar of California (Member, Sections on: International Law; Litigation); Los Angeles County Bar Association (Member, International Law Section); San Diego County Bar Association (Member, International Law Section); U.S.-Mexico Bar Association (Member); American Inns of Court (William B. Enright Inn of Court, Barrister Member)
Languages:
English and Spanish
ISLN:
917563933
Hobbies & interests:
When not working on clients' matters, Attorney Maldonado spends his time with his family, travels, sails, and plays golf.

Payment Information

Fixed Hourly Rates
$350/hr
Contingency Fee
25% - 35%
Credit Cards Accepted
American Express, MasterCard, Visa
Other Information
Fixed fees available, Retainer Fee

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (14 reviews)
Peer Reviewed

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.7/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 03/04/13 in International Litigation

    Antonio is very knowledgeble about cross-border transactions and disputes.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 02/11/11 in Business Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/18/13 in Litigation

    I am a lawyer practicing in California and previously retained Mr. Maldonado to help consult on issues involving claims in Mexico. I found him extremely knowledgeable, very responsive and surprisingly efficient and economical.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 03/13/13 in Criminal Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Of Counsel on 03/04/13 in International Commercial Law

    Antonio is a fantastic international attorney with preeminent judgment.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 03/08/11 in International Trade

    I have visited both of Mr. Maldonado's offices. He has a great insight into the workings of both the U.S. & Mexican legal systems and most importantly how they interact.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 03/07/11 in Business Law

    Has unique knowledge of the law and procedures of the Mexican Courts.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/21/11 in Civil Litigation

    Antonio is a wonderful attorney with an extensive knowledge of the law. His skills in cross-border litigation coupled with his credentials as a Mexican attorney make him an ideal candidate for business and individuals who need a skillful attorney to... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/12/11 in International Business Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 02/11/11 in Business Transactions

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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (8 reviews)

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (7 reviews)
Gold Client Champion

Antonio and the firm are amazing. Trustworthy, knowledgeable, more than timely and down to earth. Couldn't be happier with him and a definite referral to anyone. He answers emails quickly and precisel...

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858-667-6243  Phone

www.crossborderlawfirm.com

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