Our diverse team of attorneys and professionals complement each other and allow us to tackle any issue you’re facing. With decades of real-world experience and our client-first approach, we are committed to understanding exactly what you need and the best way to get you there.
Collaboration is the KEY to success and we pride ourselves on our teamwork.
Meet Your Team
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Ignacio began his career in law enforcement with Miami Dade Police Department (MDPD) where he led key divisions, investigated important cases, trained senior police officers abroad, and managed hundreds of sworn officers and civilian employees. While rising through the ranks, he attended NSU Florida and became a lawyer. After 25 years of honorable service, he retired as the Major of the Special Victims Unit and now devotes himself full-time to law. With over 15 years as an attorney, paired with his extremely unique skill set, Ignacio provides incredible insight from both sides of the law. He’s a brilliant litigator (often referred to as the Litigation King) and specializes in crisis management for civil and criminal matters, sensitive internal corporate and white-collar investigations, corporate governance and compliance, complex civil litigation, and political advocacy.
Founder & Managing Partner
Ignacio M. Alvarez
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Ashley, although not a practicing attorney, is a seasoned business executive with over 15 years of multifaceted experience. She has worked with a wide range of clients—from major retailers in consumer goods to top-tier manufacturing plants across North America, to burgeoning startups and enterprises in the consumer goods, technology, and public sectors. Her proficiency extends beyond sector-specific consulting; she is particularly skilled in facilitating corporate growth strategies, due diligence, and merger and acquisition activities. Previously serving as the President of Keiretsu Forum, the world's largest angel investment network, Ashley leverages her financial acumen to provide invaluable counsel to ALGO’s corporate clientele. Her unique skill set bridges the often complex chasm between business objectives and legal imperatives, driving results in an efficient and effective manner. Since joining the team at ALGO, the firm has seen a remarkable sixfold growth, all without any operational disruptions.
Chief Operating Officer
Ashley Airaghi
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Michael is vastly knowledgeable in real estate law. Prior to Michael becoming an attorney he spent 10+ years in the banking industry specializing in residential and commercial mortgage secured financing. After becoming an attorney, he now focuses on streamlining real estate transactions for both buyers and sellers. He regularly deals with complex real estate commercial transactions efficiently and effectively. Extensive expertise in Foreclosures and all levels of real estate litigation. He represents developers, lenders, and borrowers.
Partner
Mike Rodriguez
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Federico is the Managing Director of LegalKap and serves as ALGO’s Chile attorney. With more than 15 years of experience in wealth structuring, mitigation, and corporate and international business law, he works heavily with offshore multi-jurisdictional transactions, cross-border tax advisory, and immigration, counseling foreign and domestic companies, and coordinates tax systems and treaties in various jurisdictions. Federico represents transnational companies, high-net-worth individuals, foreign corporations, and family offices from numerous countries around the world like Chile, China, Spain, and the United States.
Partner
Federico Tabja
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Luis Eduardo González is a seasoned attorney specializing in business and corporate law. Fluent in Spanish and licensed in California, he adeptly assists a diverse clientele, ranging from startups and emerging businesses to established private enterprises. Luis Eduardo possesses deep insights into corporate governance, business strategy, contract negotiations, as well as niches in real estate, hospitality, restaurant industries, banking, and finance. His background includes serving as In-House Counsel for major corporations in the telecommunications and real estate sectors.
Partner
Luis Eduardo González
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Having previously contributed to the meteoric rise of Rexall Sundown, where he played a pivotal role in scaling beyond the billion-dollar mark, culminating in a successful public exit. His tenure there not only showcased his exceptional skill in fostering new client relationships and business development but also earned the company the prestigious title of Global Vendor of the Year at Walmart.
With a lifetime of business acumen at his disposal, James specializes in crafting and nurturing new client relationships, a testament to his profound understanding of market dynamics and client needs. His expertise extends across various industries, where his strategic insights have consistently driven growth and expansion.
Following the exit from his former company, James dedicated his talents to consulting, assisting a diverse array of companies in realizing their growth potential. His hands-on approach and commitment to excellence have been instrumental in transforming business strategies and achieving remarkable success.
Business development
James Airaghi
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Jose serves as ALGO’s Colombia attorney. Jose assists multi-national companies and investors with their international expansion, offering legal expertise in corporate law, domestic and international transactions, corporate immigration, intellectual property, and technology.
Partner
Jose Sanchez
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Gillian is a business manager and commercial transactions lawyer with extensive expertise mediating, advising, negotiating, and preparing customer, partner, vendor, and employee agreements, mostly for technology start-ups. Gillian is detail oriented and has exceptional due diligence, project management, conciliation, and communication skills, enabling her to build, develop, and maintain strong cross-functional relationships easily.
Partner
Gilllian Gaggero
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Luis is an honorably retired Miami-Dade Police Department (MDPD) Lieutenant who served the community for 32 years. Prior to joining ALGO, he was Assistant General Counsel for the South Florida Police Benevolent Association (PBA). He specializes in labor and employment law for public sector employees and local governments, criminal defense, and family law.
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Luis M. Fusté
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Based in Tallahassee, Florida, Mr. Murray has more than 20 years of legal experience in appellate, administrative, and criminal law. Mr. Murray interned with the Florida Supreme Court during law school and was a career staff attorney for the Honorable Judge Michael Allen at the First District Court of Appeal for ten years, before opening his own firm in 2009. Mr. Murray dedicates the bulk of his practice to representing private post-secondary educational institutions in the State of Florida and specializes in issues involving the Florida Commission for Independent Education and the Florida Board of Nursing. Mr. Murray is also a registered lobbyist, providing government relations and advocacy for his clients with Florida's legislative and executive branches.
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Mark V. Murray
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Harvey J. Sepler, J.D., Ph.D., is a seasoned appellate lawyer with decades of experience in civil, commercial, and criminal defense. He has personally litigated over 1400 civil and criminal appeals in all of Florida’s appellate courts and has obtained unanimous decisions in the United States Supreme Court and the Florida Supreme Court. In addition to his frequent occurrence in Florida Super Lawyers and Florida Elite, he is a Fellow of the prestigious American Academy of Appellate Lawyers
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Harvey Sepler
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Willie is an experienced criminal trial and appellate defense attorney. He vigorously represents persons under investigation or accused of crimes in New York, including the federal district courts in Manhattan and Brooklyn. He is available to appear pro hac vice in other federal courts around the country and admitted to the bars of the Second and Fourth Circuit Courts of Appeal. Willie is regularly contacted by other attorneys to help prepare and litigate pretrial motions and sentencing objections and memorandum, especially in white-collar, drug trafficking, and money laundering crimes. He has an extensive background in post-conviction relief and advising persons sentenced to federal prison (and their families) on how best to prepare for their voluntary surrender to the designated Federal Bureau of Prison institution.
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William “Willie” Castro
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Nick has over 30 years of experience as a Senior Executive of dynamic businesses including roles such as Administrator, General Manager, Chief Financial Officer, and In-House Counsel. He is a skilled leader, motivator, and problem solver that works to create opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and increase the bottom line. He advises on business turn-around strategies, business succession plans, business development and tax planning, and forensic auditing. His work is always customized to the most stringent goals of the company to take it to the next level.
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
Nick Duarte
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Gavin Sinclair graduated Magna Cum Laude from Florida International University-College of Law. He received C.A.L.I. awards at F.I.U. for the highest G.P.A. in Contracts, Constitutional Law, Evidence, and Advanced Trial Advocacy. Gavin was a member of F.I.U.'s nationally-ranked trial team and competed as an advocate in the 2024 Online National Championship. Gavin also served as an instructor for F.I.U. Law's L.E.A.D. program, where he taught Civics to middle school students. Before becoming a lawyer, Gavin served his country and his community. He honorably retired as a Chief Master Sergeant from the Air Force, where he served in combat and received a bronze star medal. He also honorably retired from Miami Dade Corrections, where he spent most of his time assigned to the house arrest unit. Gavin brings a strong desire to continue serving others and decades of leadership experience.
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Gavin Sinclair
