At KEW Legal®, clients across Coral Gables get practical contract law counsel for business and real estate matters, delivered with clarity.
With more than 10 years of experience, bar admissions in Florida, New York, and Texas, and deal experience, including a $412 million refinance for the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry, the firm provides integrated business and real estate counsel under one roof.
Contract law governs the agreements that keep local businesses, property owners, and professionals moving. In Florida, a contract is generally enforceable when there is offer, acceptance, consideration, and a clear meeting of the minds.
Strong agreements matter in Coral Gables, where personal and business deals often carry significant financial weight. Miami-Dade logged 15,395 contract-and-indebtedness filings in FY 2022-23. A single overlooked clause in a lease, operating agreement, purchase agreement, or closing contract can create costly disputes.
KEW Legal® explains your options clearly, drafts and reviews agreements with your risk in mind, and helps move deals forward without unnecessary friction.
Our Contract Services in Coral Gables
- Contract drafting
- Contract review
- Breach disputes
- Commercial contracts
- Real estate contracts
- International agreements
- Mergers Contracts
- Contract litigation and disputes
- Employment contracts
- Trademark Registration
Get Trusted Legal Support Today
For straightforward legal advice and representation, contact KEW Legal®. Call (305) 990-2300 to schedule your consultation.
Why Choose KEW Legal® in Coral Gables
- Integrated Business and Real Estate Counsel
Contracts rarely live in one silo. KEW Legal® handles both business and real estate matters under one roof, including the legal work behind a $412 million refinance on JW Marriott Miami Turnberry.
- Responsive, General Counsel Model
Clients get a direct line to their attorney, not a queue. The firm operates like an outsourced general counsel so contract questions get answered quickly, before they become problems.
- Efficiency Without Cutting Corners
According to The Florida Bar’s 2024 survey, 80% of Florida lawyers say they are adapting well to technology and 72% believe their offices are prepared for future challenges.
- Transparent, Solution-Oriented Advice
No jargon, no scare tactics. You get honest options, clear pricing expectations, and recommendations built around your goals.
- IP and Brand Protection Support
From licensing terms to trademark-sensitive agreements, KEW Legal® helps protect the ideas and assets that drive your business forward.
What to Know About Breach of Contract in Florida
A breach happens when one party fails to hold up their end of a signed agreement. Florida recognizes a few distinct types, and knowing which applies to your situation shapes what you can recover.
4 Common Types of Breach
- Material breach: a failure so significant it defeats the purpose of the contract.
- Minor breach: a partial failure where most obligations are still met.
- Anticipatory breach: one party signals in advance they will not perform.
- Fundamental breach: allows the non-breaching party to terminate and sue for damages.
Remedies Available in Florida
- Compensatory damages to cover direct financial losses.
- Consequential damages for foreseeable downstream harm.
- Specific performance when money alone will not fix the problem.
- Rescission and restitution to unwind the agreement.
How Contract Review Prevents Disputes
A careful contract review stops small misunderstandings from turning into lawsuits.
Review work protects you in three ways:
- Risk mitigation: We spot hidden liabilities, one-sided indemnity clauses, and vague termination terms before you sign.
- Clarity: We rewrite confusing language so every obligation, deadline, and payment trigger is easy to read and enforce.
- Negotiation leverage: We flag weak points in the other side’s draft and give you specific edits that shift terms in your favor.
About KEW Legal®
KEW Legal® is a business and real estate law firm based in Sunny Isles Beach, serving clients across Miami, Coral Gables, and the greater South Florida region. For over a decade, the firm has guided entrepreneurs, investors, and established businesses through contracts, transactions, and disputes with clear, practical counsel.
The firm works with founders, property owners, developers, and growing companies who need a lawyer that moves at the speed of business. Clients get direct answers, fast turnaround, and advice that balances strong legal protection with real-world efficiency.
KEW Legal® blends contract experience with an integrated view of business and real estate law, so clients get counsel that protects today and positions them for tomorrow.
Our Process For Coral Gables Businesses
- Consultation
We start with a focused conversation to understand your situation, goals, and timeline.
- Review
Our team examines the contract, supporting documents, and any relevant facts to spot risks and opportunities.
- Strategy
We map out a practical plan that protects your interests while keeping the deal efficient and commercially sound.
- Execution
We draft, negotiate, or revise the agreement, handling the heavy lifting so you can stay focused on your business.
- Ongoing Support
Once the ink dries, we stay available for questions, amendments, and future matters as your business grows.
Frequently Asked Questions About Contracts
If a contract does not have a specific clause about something, can the other party still be held responsible for it under Florida law?
Sometimes yes, but it depends on the situation. Florida courts recognize implied terms like fair dealing, which means parties must act honestly even when something is not spelled out. Courts can also look at industry custom, prior dealings between the parties, and the Uniform Commercial Code for goods-related contracts.
That said, relying on implied terms is risky and expensive to litigate. This is exactly why KEW Legal® pushes clients to spell things out clearly before signing, not argue about them later in a Miami-Dade courtroom.
How long do I actually have to sue someone for breaching a written contract in Florida, and does it change if the contract is verbal?
Florida gives you five years to sue on a written contract and four years for an oral one, under Florida Statute 95.11. The clock usually starts ticking the day the breach happens, not the day you discover it, though there are exceptions. If you wait too long, the court will dismiss your case no matter how strong it is.
What happens if I signed a contract but later realized the other party lied about something important?
You may have grounds to rescind the contract or sue for fraudulent inducement. Florida law requires you to show the other party knowingly made a false statement of material fact, you relied on it, and you suffered damages because of it. Puffery and sales talk do not count, but concrete lies about finances, condition, or ownership usually do.
Do I really need a lawyer to review a contract, or can I just use an online template and save the money?
Templates are fine for low-stakes situations, but they often miss Florida-specific requirements and do not account for your actual business. We have seen clients lose six figures because a template did not include a proper indemnity clause or had a venue clause pointing to another state.
A one-hour review is almost always cheaper than cleaning up a bad contract later. KEW Legal® takes a practical, solution-oriented approach that focuses on what actually matters in your deal instead of marking up every page in red ink.
Can I get out of a contract if I signed it under pressure or did not fully understand what I was agreeing to?
Possibly, but Florida courts set a high bar. Duress requires more than just feeling rushed or stressed, it generally means wrongful threats that left you no reasonable alternative. Claims based on not understanding the contract rarely work unless there was fraud, unconscionable terms, or a true inability to read the document.
What is the difference between a liquidated damages clause and a penalty clause, and why does it matter in my contract?
Liquidated damages clauses set a pre-agreed dollar amount for specific breaches, and Florida courts will enforce them if the amount is a reasonable estimate of actual damages. Penalty clauses, on the other hand, are meant to punish the breaching party and are not enforceable.
What Clients Say About KEW Legal®
“Kristina and her team made my closing extremely seamless.” – Erika Fermin
This feedback shows how KEW Legal® turns high-stakes transactions into smooth, stress-free experiences for clients handling contracts.
“Professional, and Knowledgeable Legal Team… outstanding legal services that exceeded my expectations.” – Marco Moreno
Clients consistently point to the firm’s depth of knowledge and polished execution as reasons they feel confident throughout every stage of representation.
“Rather than feeling like just another client, I felt like a priority.” – Rodrigo Anzures
This reflects the firm’s personal, attentive approach. Clients get real responsiveness, not a file number buried in a queue.
“As fellow legal professionals, we have consistently referred clients to KEW Legal, and have been thoroughly impressed with their exceptional service.” 0 Igor Hernandez
Respect from other attorneys speaks volumes. When lawyers trust a firm enough to send their own clients, it signals a standard of work that stands up to professional scrutiny.
Local Resources in Coral Gables for Contracts
- Miami-Dade Clerk of the Court and Comptroller
- Coral Gables District Court
- Miami-Dade Civil & Family Court Division
- Eleventh Judicial Circuit County Civil Division
- Miami-Dade County Official Records / County Recorder
- Miami-Dade Property Appraiser
- City of Coral Gables Local Business Tax Office
- City of Coral Gables Development Services / Starting a Business Resources
- Florida Division of Corporations / Sunbiz
- Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation License Search
- Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce
- Miami-Dade County Recorder’s Calculator
Get Guidance from a Coral Gables Contract Lawyer Today
Contracts shape every major move your business makes. A careful review today can save you from a costly dispute tomorrow. KEW Legal® is ready to help you draft, review, negotiate, or enforce the agreements that matter most.
If you are closing a deal in Coral Gables, signing a lease in Sunny Isles Beach, or resolving a breach in Miami, our team delivers practical counsel without the runaround. You get direct answers, fast turnaround, and a strategy built around your goals.
Call us today to speak with a contract lawyer and protect what you have built.