Daniel R. Vega, B.C.S.

Managing Partner

Daniel R. Vega, B.C.S., managing partner, in a suit and tie smiling against a neutral background.

About Daniel R. Vega

Daniel R. Vega is a seasoned attorney specializing in construction and commercial litigation with over two decades of experience representing clients in Florida state courts. He is Florida Bar Board Certified in Construction Law and has earned an AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting his high ethical standards and legal expertise.

Beyond his legal practice, Daniel has contributed to legal scholarship through numerous publications and has a distinguished military service background. Fluent in Spanish, he brings a diverse and well-rounded perspective to his practice.

Daniel was born in Santiago, Chile and emigrated to the United States at age 7 with his mother, grandparents, and younger brother.

Education

  • J.D., cum laude, Florida State University College of Law (1998)

    • Notes & Comment Editor, Florida State University Law Review

  • B.S., Criminal Justice, Florida International University (1994)

  • A.A., Miami-Dade Community College (1992)

Admissions & Courts

  • Florida (since September 1998)

  • U.S. District Courts: Southern, Middle, and Northern Districts of Florida

  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit

  • U.S. Court of Federal Claims

Practice Areas

  • Construction Litigation

  • Commercial Litigation

Professional Memberships

  • Member, Construction Law Committee, Florida Bar Real Property Probate & Trust Law Section

Publications

Daniel has authored several legal articles on construction law, litigation strategies, and federal removal jurisdiction, including:

  • “Practical Solutions to the Problems Resulting from the Real-Life Application of Florida’s Construction Lien Transfer Bond Statute”, 82 Fla. B.J. 3 (March 2008).

  • “Construction Lien and Bond Claim Strategies”, Proyecto: The Magazine of the Latin Builders Association (March 2006).

  • “Here Comes the Money: A Subcontractor’s and Materials Supplier’s Guide to Perfecting Construction Lien and Bond Rights Under Florida Law”, 76 Fla. B.J. 22 (October 2002).

  • “Avoiding Removal Traps and Pitfalls”, 29 The Brief 22 (Summer 2000), co-authored with Gregory M. Cesarano, Esq.

  • “So You Thought a Remand Was Imminent?: Post-removal Litigation and the Waiver of the Right to Seek a Remand Grounded on Removal Defects”, 74 Fla. B.J. 22 (Feb. 2000), co-authored with Gregory M. Cesarano, Esq.

  • “Separate Claim Removal v. Article III: Is Section 1441(c) Unconstitutional?”, 11 St. Thomas Univ. L. Rev. 289 (1999).

Military Service & Awards

Daniel proudly served in the United States Army, demonstrating leadership and dedication through various roles and accomplishments:

  • Active Duty (1988-1990)

    • Army Achievement Medal (August 1990)

    • Good Conduct Medal (August 1990)

  • Desert Storm Service (1991)

    • Desert Storm Participation Medal (March 1991)

·       High Physical Training Award Recipient (ranked 1 out of more than 140 soldiers from the Basic Training graduating class); November 1988; Basic Training, Ft. Sill Oklahoma