Cristobal J. Orrantia, known as C.J., is a versatile attorney with experience spanning various areas. His practice encompasses alternative dispute resolution, automobile and motorized vehicles, commercial and construction litigation, insurance coverage disputes, and premises liability matters.

Originally from Guayaquil, Ecuador, C.J. embarked on a journey that eventually led him to Miami, Florida, in 2005. Here, he completed his high school education, setting the stage for a remarkable academic and professional career. C.J. obtained his bachelors degree in history with a minor in economics from Iona College. Following this, he pursued his passion for the law, earning a Juris Doctor degree from the esteemed University of Notre Dame Law School.

After law school, C.J. honed his legal skills as a prosecutor at the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office in Chicago, Illinois. His legal acumen was put to the test as he worked on both misdemeanor and felony cases, gaining invaluable experience in the courtroom. He broadened his horizons by serving as a staff attorney at ALTO, a multinational company with operations in Chicago. In this role, he acted as a pivotal link between retail establishments and law enforcement agencies, demonstrating his ability to bridge the legal and corporate worlds.

One of the cornerstones of C.J.’s successful legal practice is his exceptional communication skills. He excels in keeping his clients well-informed about the progress of their cases, employing a communication style that is not only clear and concise but also simplified.

When a case calls for alternative dispute resolution, C.J. excels at preparing it for a successful and cost-effective resolution. During his time with the firm, C.J. has gained significant experience in setting up settlement conferences involving multiple injured parties and guiding them towards successful resolutions.

• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Automobile and Motorized Vehicles
• Construction
• Liquor Liability
• Premises Liability
• Presuit Settlement Assistance
• Products Liability
• Professional Liability
• Real Estate
• Trucking – Transportation – Logistics

Education

• University of Notre Dame (J.D., 2017)
• Iona College (B.A., cum laude, 2013)

• State of Florida 2021
• State of Illinois 2017

• Florida Bar Association
• American Bar Association
• Illinois State Bar Association
• Escambia-Santa Rosa Bar Association

• Spanish

Beyond his legal endeavors, C.J. relishes quality time with his wife and daughter, engages in the thrill of video gaming, strums his guitar, reads, and takes on the cherished role of a cat-dad to a beloved but occasionally grumpy feline companion.