Vicente I. Cortesi
Vicente I. Cortesi
Associate
"It always seems impossible until it's done."
–Nelson Mandela
Vicente I. Cortesi
Associate
"It always seems impossible until it's done."
–Nelson Mandela
About Vicente
Vicente’s practice spans the full litigation lifecycle in both state and federal courts. He has significant experience handling complex first-party insurance coverage disputes and defending businesses and individuals in personal injury and insurance matters. He also represents clients in professional liability, landlord-tenant, real estate, commercial, and mortgage-related litigation.
Building on a strong track record representing corporate clients in insurance disputes, Vicente previously defended several of Florida’s largest insurers in cases involving first-party property claims, motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and general liability.
Areas of Focus
Experience
- Obtained summary judgment on behalf of QBE Insurance based upon the insured's failure to comply with prompt notice requirements of the policy. In addition, the parties disputed entitlement to fees and costs. The court ultimately granted QBE entitlement to attorneys’ fees and taxable costs pursuant to applicable state and federal laws.
- Obtained summary judgment on behalf of Scottsdale Insurance Co. based upon the insured's failure to comply with several policy conditions, such as providing prompt notice, failing to keep an accurate record of repairs and expenses, failing to show the damaged property, and failing to provide records upon request. In addition, the parties disputed entitlement to fees and costs. The court ultimately granted Scottsdale’s entitlement to attorneys’ fees and costs pursuant to Florida law.
Recognition
- University of Miami School of Law, Order of the Barristers; Ervin Gonzalez Memorial Scholarship; CALI Book Award, Florida Civil Procedure; Dean’s Certificate of Achievement: Federal Income Tax, Legal Communications and Research II, Litigation Skills; Honors: Litigation Skills, Pre-Trial
Credentials
Education
- University of Miami School of Law, JD, cum laude, 2020
- Florida International University, BBA, 2017
Bar Admissions
- Florida
Court Admissions
- US District Court for the Middle District of Florida
- US District Court for the Southern District of Florida
Languages
- Spanish
Thought Leadership
Presentations
- Panelist, "From Pre-Law to Practice: Alumni Panel," Honors College at Florida International University, Miami, Florida, October 10, 2025
Interests
Did you know...
An avid outdoorsman, Vicente enjoys hiking, camping and—above all—spending time on the water, including boating, fishing, and diving.
Thought Leadership
Presentations
- Panelist, "From Pre-Law to Practice: Alumni Panel," Honors College at Florida International University, Miami, Florida, October 10, 2025
