Team details

Rafael T. De La Grana

Rafael T. De La Grana

Rafael T. De La Grana is a highly skilled attorney concentrating his practice in business and real estate litigation, appeals, and personal injury. With a robust background in both trial and appellate litigation, Rafael has represented clients across a spectrum of legal areas, building a reputation for navigating complex disputes with precision and strategic insight. Rafael began his legal career working in insurance-related litigation, quickly establishing a strong foundation in high-stakes insurance disputes.

Rafael went on to expand his insurance practice, applying his extensive insurance litigation insights to resolving complex insurance coverage disputes, after which he shifted his focus from representing insurers to advocating on behalf of plaintiffs, earning favorable outcomes for clients affected by significant injuries, and developing a reputation as a thorough and committed advocate. Ralph later leveraged his deep understanding of the insurance industry with his personal injury experience to pursue actions against major insurers under the Medicare Secondary Payer Act.

In 2024, Ralph joined the FORS, bringing his extensive experience in civil litigation to further strengthen the firm’s legacy of success. With a proven track record in high-stakes litigation and a commitment to client advocacy, Rafael’s background aligns seamlessly with FORS' dedication to implenting innovative legal strategies in order to deliver exceptional results. His experience across diverse areas of law enhances FORS' capabilities and range, allowing the firm to continue providing unmatched insight and representation for clients navigating complex legal challenges.

Bar & Court Admissions

  • Florida
  • United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida.
  • United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit.

Memberships

  • Cuban-American Bar Association
  • Coral Gables Bar Association

Awards & Recognitions

  • Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers
  • Book Awards: Appellate Advocacy, Florida Criminal Procedure Representative Matters
  • Secured a verdict for the seller following a failed real estate transaction of a $28.5 million property, in a dispute over a multi-million-dollar purchase deposit.
  • Initiated first of its class, mass tort action against major manufacturer of tainted infant formula.

PRACTICE AREAS

Business Litigation

Real Estate Litigation

Business Transactions

Corporate Law

Healthcare Law

Estate Planning

Appeals

ADA Defense

EDUCATION

Florida International University, B.A., Political Science, cum laude

St. Thomas University
School of Law, J.D.

LANGUAGES

English

Spanish