Andres Muñoz on Career Shifts, Entrepreneurship, and Winning in South Florida (Ep 44) #law

Join Adam Rossen for another captivating episode of Success in South Florida podcast featuring Andres Muñoz, a litigation partner at Romano Law. Andres shares his remarkable journey from mechanical engineering to law, and how his career path took unexpected turns through Manhattan's prestigious law firms, the Queens County District Attorney's Office, and eventually to South Florida.

In this candid conversation, Andres reveals how he left a high-paying position at a big law firm to become a prosecutor, trading financial comfort for invaluable courtroom experience. He discusses the challenges and rewards of prosecuting cases in New York City, including gun possession cases and the complex realities of law enforcement in a major metropolitan area.

Perhaps the most intriguing part of Andres's story is his bold decision to leave law temporarily to start a coffee roasting company - a move that raised eyebrows but allowed him to reconnect with his passion for working with his hands. Learn how COVID-19 ultimately led him back to law and to Romano Law, where he now leads their South Florida litigation practice.

Andres also highlights the supportive environment at Romano Law and the many benefits of living and working in South Florida, making it an excellent place for career growth and personal fulfillment.

Episode Highlights:
Andres’s career transition from law firm work to becoming a prosecutor
Moving to South Florida and joining Romano Law
Launching a coffee roasting business during the COVID-19 pandemic
Career decisions that prioritize personal happiness and family life
Andres shares his perspective on the unique legal environment and opportunities in South Florida.

Chapters:

0:00 - Introduction
1:10 - Andres's Journey from Law Firm to Prosecutor
6:30 - Transitioning to South Florida and Romano Law
12:45 - Entering the Coffee Roasting Business
18:00 - Career Choices and Family Life
22:15 - Benefits of Living and Working in South Florida
28:00 - Closing Thoughts

About Andres Muñoz:
Andres Muñoz is a Litigation Partner at Romano Law, where he advises businesses and business owners on complex disputes, particularly those related to brand infringement, employment law, and financial fraud. His expertise also extends to emerging cryptocurrency, DeFi, and NFTs issues. Andres has a proven track record in state and federal courts, with successful results in trademark infringement, contract disputes, fiduciary duties, and other business matters. His experience also includes representing corporate directors and officers in government and internal investigations.

Before joining Romano Law, Andres worked as a litigator at two nationwide law firms and served as an Assistant District Attorney in Queens County, New York City. With significant trial experience, he has successfully handled hundreds of felony cases.

In 2021, Andres, a native New Yorker, moved to South Florida, where he now practices in both New York and Florida. Outside of his legal career, Andres enjoys spending time with his family, working on home repairs, and exploring the art of storytelling.

Learn More: romanolaw.com

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