Ricardo Reyes Bio

Ricardo “Rick” Reyes is a founding partner of Tobin Reyes and the chairman of the firm’s litigation department. Over the past three decades, Rick has built a reputation as an accomplished trial lawyer, representing corporate clients and individuals in a wide range of complex business disputes including construction and real estate litigation, landlord-tenant disputes, and employment matters such as the enforceability of restrictive covenants, discrimination, and retaliation claims. His litigation expertise has made him a trusted advocate for clients seeking effective legal representation in high-stakes commercial conflicts. Prior to co-founding Tobin & Reyes in 1999, Rick was a partner at the renowned Florida firm Ruden McClosky. As a seasoned litigator, Ricardo is admitted to practice before the United States District Courts for the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, where he has successfully argued on behalf of his clients. Rick’s legal prowess has earned him numerous accolades throughout his career. He holds an AV-Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell as a testament to his high ethical standards and professional ability. He has been consistently recognized as a leading attorney, being named to Florida Trend’s “Florida Legal Elite” in 2005, 2010, 2012, and 2018, and listed as a Super Lawyer® every year since 2010. His peers and the legal community have further acknowledged his excellence by selecting him as a Top Lawyer by American Registry® in 2012, 2014, 2016, and 2018. In 2016, Rick was featured as a distinguished attorney by the South Florida Legal Guide, and since 2018, he has been a member of the Litigation Counsel of America. Rick’s dedication to the practice of law combined with his extensive litigation expertise, leadership, and commitment to client service continues to set a high standard for legal excellence at Tobin Reyes.