About Christopher Emmanuel

Christopher Emmanuel Benjamin practices law in Hollywood, Florida, focusing primarily on personal injury cases. He has built a diverse legal career that includes expertise in medical malpractice, criminal law, divorce, bankruptcy, business law, consumer law, estate planning, immigration law, intellectual property, probate, traffic tickets, arbitration and mediation, civil rights, entertainment and sports law, insurance claims, landlord-tenant issues, military law. Social security disability. His extensive practice areas reflect a commitment to serving many client needs. He earned his Juris Doctor from St. Thomas University School of Law in 1998 after completing a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at Florida Memorial University in 1994.

His legal career began shortly after he was admitted to the Florida Bar, where he quickly established himself as a knowledgeable and versatile attorney. Over the years, he has held various roles, including Managing Shareholder and Of Counsel. That gain experience in different facets of the law — Most of his professional experience has involved significant roles in the judicial system. He served as a Special Magistrate and Traffic Magistrate, where he presided over numerous cases, providing fair and impartial rulings. His work as a mediator and arbitrator has also been pivotal — This lets the attorney assist parties in reaching amicable resolutions outside of court. These experiences have gave him a unique perspective on the legal process, enhancing his ability to advocate for his clients.

In addition to his legal practice, Benjamin is actively involved in various professional associations. He is a member of the Broward County Bar Association and the Virgil Hawkins Florida Chapter of the National Bar Association. His leadership extends to the Miami-Dade County Citizens Independent Transportation Trust and the City of North Miami Nuisance Abatement Board, where he serves as a legal advisor. His commitment to the community is further exemplified through his roles as President of the Florida Memorial Black Alumni Association and Chairman of Keep Miami Clean. Benjamin's dedication to the legal profession and community service is recognized. He has received several accolades for his work, including recognition from local bar associations.

His multifaceted career and involvement in various legal and community organizations underscore his commitment to both his clients and the broader community. As he continues to practice law, he remains focused on achieving the best outcomes for those he represents, drawing on his experience and knowledge in the field. With a broad skill set and a experience, Christopher Emmanuel Benjamin is well-equipped to handle the details of modern legal challenges. His commitment to excellence and community service makes him a valuable asset to his clients and the legal profession as a whole.

Education

St. Thomas University School of Law

J.D. | Law

1998

Florida Memorial University

B.A. | Political Science

1994

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Of Counsel

International Law Partners, LLP
2021

Special Magistrate

City of North Miami
2014

Special Magistrate

City of Opa Locka
2012

Traffic Magistrate

Dade County Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court (Traffic Court)
2011

Mediator and Arbitrator

Salmon & Dulberg Dispute Resolution
2010

Managing Shareholder

The Barrister Firm, P.A.
2002

Accepted Jurisdictions

Florida
U.S. Supreme Court
Federal Circuit
11th Circuit

Court Admissions

U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
Florida State Courts State Trial Court · Admitted 1998

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Medical Malpractice Criminal Law Divorce Bankruptcy Business Law Consumer Law Estate Planning Immigration Law Intellectual Property Probate Traffic Tickets Arbitration & Mediation Civil Rights Entertainment & Sports Law Insurance Claims Landlord Tenant Military Law Social Security Disability

Legal Services Scope

Mediation Arbitration

Certifications & Awards

Mediation

Florida Supreme Court

Professional Associations

Broward County Bar Association

has membership 2011 - Current

Virgil Hawkins Florida Chapter of National Bar Association

has membership 2011 - Current

National Association of Hearing Officers

has membership 2011 - Current

Florida Academy of Mediator Professionals

has membership 2010 - Current

Miami Gardens Nuiance Abatement Bond

Co-Chairman 2010 - Current

Miami-Dade County Citizens Independent Transportation Trust

Board has membership 2011 - 2014

City of North Miami Nuisance Abatement Board

Legal Advisor 2011 - 2014

FMBA

President 2011 - 2012

Keep Miami Clean

Chairman 2010 - 2011

Dade County Bar Association

Committee Chairman 2009 - 2010

Wilkie D Ferguson Bar Association (Black Lawyers Association - Dade County)

President 2009 - 2010

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