Business Transactions | M&A | International Trade | Bilingual: Spanish & English

Pedro Menéndez is a seasoned corporate attorney with over 25 years of experience advising entrepreneurs, private companies, and international investors on complex business matters. Born in Havana, Cuba, and established in the U.S. since his early 20s, Pedro blends his deep understanding of Latin American business culture with sharp legal insight into the U.S. commercial and regulatory environment.

He currently serves as Senior Corporate Counsel at Díaz & Jonson Attorneys at Law, where he focuses on corporate governance, business formation, commercial contracts, cross-border transactions, and mergers & acquisitions. Pedro is widely recognized for his ability to structure deals that protect his clients’ long-term interests while driving efficiency and growth.

Education

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Universidad de La Habana (Havana, Cuba)

• Juris Doctor (J.D.), St. Thomas University School of Law – Miami, Florida

• Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Business Law, University of Florida Levin College of Law

• Certificate in Mergers & Acquisitions Law, Georgetown University Law Center (Executive Program)

Practice Areas

1. Corporate & Business Law

• Business entity formation (LLCs, S-Corps, C-Corps, partnerships)

• Corporate governance, shareholder agreements, and board compliance

• Contract negotiation, drafting, and dispute prevention

• General counsel services for startups and established businesses

2. Mergers & Acquisitions

• Legal due diligence for buy-side and sell-side deals

• Structuring and negotiation of asset and stock purchases

• Business valuation coordination and risk analysis

• Post-merger compliance and integration planning

3. Commercial & Cross-Border Transactions

• International joint ventures and distribution agreements

• Licensing, franchising, and supply chain contracts

• U.S.-Latin America trade advisory

• Foreign direct investment (FDI) legal structuring

4. Regulatory & Compliance

• Anti-money laundering (AML) and OFAC compliance for businesses

• Corporate policies and internal controls

• Government licensing and business permits

• Contract compliance audits and training

5. Business Immigration Support

• L-1, E-2, and EB-5 visa planning for foreign entrepreneurs

• Company sponsorship compliance and investor pathways

• Structuring foreign companies for U.S. market entry

Career Highlights

• Lead counsel on a $60M acquisition of a Florida-based logistics firm by a Colombian investment group

• Negotiated cross-border licensing agreements for a multinational food brand expanding into the U.S.

• Represented a startup tech company through series A funding and equity structuring

• Developed corporate compliance protocols for a chain of medical clinics in Miami

• Successfully advised dozens of Latin American entrepreneurs entering the U.S. market under E-2 and L-1 visas

Languages & Cultural Insight

Pedro is fully bilingual in Spanish and English, and works comfortably in both common law and civil law contexts. His cultural fluency and practical business sense have made him a go-to advisor for Latin American executives, family businesses, and international companies seeking to operate in the U.S. or partner with U.S. entities.

Professional Affiliations

• Member, Florida Bar – Business Law Section

• Member, Cuban-American Bar Association (CABA)

• Member, Florida International Trade & Cultural Council

• Member, International Bar Association (IBA) – Corporate Law Division

• Legal Consultant for several Chambers of Commerce serving the Hispanic business community

Personal Life

Pedro lives in Coral Gables and remains actively involved in community mentorship programs for young Latino entrepreneurs. Outside the office, he enjoys Cuban classical music, boating in Biscayne Bay, and traveling throughout Latin America to stay connected to emerging markets and cultural trends.