Marili Cancio Johnson PA - Miami, FL

Trusted Real Estate and Corporate Counsel in Downtown Miami

In South Florida's competitive real estate market, successful property transactions and corporate formations require meticulous legal guidance. Situated at 150 Southeast 2nd Avenue in the Chase Building in Downtown Miami, Marili Cancio Johnson PA provides attentive representation for buyers, sellers, lenders, and cross-border investors. Founded by Mariana 'Marili' Cancio Johnson, who was admitted to The Florida Bar in 1996, the firm bridges the gap between legal structuring and smooth transaction execution. As an authorized agent for Old Republic Title, the firm manages title examinations and policy issuance in-house. Whether you need to hire an attorney for a residential closing or structure inbound commercial capital, the firm delivers responsive counsel.

Core Areas of Transactional Practice

The firm delivers focused legal counsel across essential real estate, title, and business legal areas:

• Residential real estate lawyers: Assisting homebuyers and sellers with purchase contracts, municipal lien searches, escrow disbursements, and smooth closings.
• Commercial real estate lawyers: Guiding investors and developers through property acquisitions, commercial leasing, and construction financing.
• Title services and title insurance: Conducting title searches, clearing defects, issuing title policies in-house, and performing remote online closings.
• FIRPTA compliance lawyers: Advising foreign buyers and sellers on Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act withholding rules and IRS filings.
• Business formation lawyers: Establishing Florida LLCs, corporations, and joint ventures to protect assets and streamline operations.
• Contract lawyers: Drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, commercial leases, and corporate operating agreements.

In-House Title Examination and Seamless Closings

Unlike conventional law offices that outsource title work to third-party agencies, Marili Cancio Johnson PA handles all title examinations, underwriting, and closing documentation directly in-house. As a member of Old Republic Title's President's Circle, the practice ensures that clouded titles, unrecorded municipal liens, and boundary disputes are resolved prior to closing. The firm offers both in-person closings and secure remote online notarization, accommodating out-of-state and international clients.

Cross-Border and Inbound Foreign Investment Guidance

Miami is a global hub for international real estate investment. Foreign nationals purchasing or selling Florida real estate encounter complex tax regulations, notably FIRPTA withholding requirements. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, Marili Cancio Johnson guides Latin American and European investors through entity formation and tax compliance. When foreign buyers look to find a lawyer who understands cross-border property acquisitions, the firm provides seamless, comprehensive support.

Why Choose Marili Cancio Johnson PA

Clients and institutional lenders choose Marili Cancio Johnson PA for distinct advantages:

• AV Preeminent peer rating: The highest possible distinction for legal competence and ethical standards from Martindale-Hubbell.
• President's Circle awardee: Named a Top Contributor by Old Republic Title for four consecutive years.
• Partner-led representation: Direct attorney oversight on every closing transaction with transparent, upfront fee structures.
• Trilingual legal services: Fully fluent representation in English, Spanish, and Portuguese for domestic and global clients.

Schedule Your Real Estate Consultation Today

Do not leave your Florida property investments or business transactions to chance. If you are preparing to buy, sell, or invest in South Florida real estate, partner with an attorney who protects your interests at every step. Contact Marili Cancio Johnson PA at our Downtown Miami office today to schedule your consultation.