About Diana Santa

Diana Santa Maria practices private damage law at The Law Offices of Diana Santa Maria, P.A. in Lake Worth, Florida. She joined the Florida Bar in 1984 and is understood for her work in medical negligence claims, elder abuse, and merchandise legal responsibility cases. The firm is dedicated to offering complete legal representation to clients across various personal damage things. She earned her J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law in 1984, following her B.A. from the same organization in 1981.

Her instructional background laid a robust foundation for her legal career, which has spanned several many years. Throughout her time in practice, she has developed an understanding of the complexities involved in private damage litigation. Most of her work involves representing clients in high-stakes injury claims — Cases typically range from negotiating settlements to representing clients in binding dispute resolution and facilitated negotiation. Diana is skilled within the details of the justice system, having seemed in each the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida. Her experience in these courts gave her the skills necessary to navigate challenging areas of law.

Before founding her own firm, she held various roles that contributed to her expertise in private injury law. Diana has served as a partner in diverse legal settings, the place she developed her skills in trial advocacy and client representation. Her commitment to her clients is clear in her meticulous strategy to each case, to protect their rights at each stage of the legal process. Diana is actively concerned in several expert organizations. She is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, the place she serves as President of the Ft. Lauderdale Chapter. Additionally, she holds memberships in the Coalition for Family Safety, the Florida Bar Board of Governors, and the Broward County Bar Association, amongst others.

Her involvement in those organizations reflects her commitment to the legal career and her commitment to enhancing the legal system. In 2026, Diana continues to recommend for her clients with passion and integrity. Her experience and dedication to private injury law make her a respected figure in the legal network. She remains targeted on attaining the most effective feasible outcomes for her clients while contributing to the ongoing development of legal requirements in Florida.

Education

University of Miami School of Law

J.D.

1984

University of Miami School of Law

B.A.

1981

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Partner

Diana Santa Maria

Bilingual Mediators, Inc.

Accepted Jurisdictions

Florida
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida U.S. District Court

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Medical Malpractice Nursing Home Abuse Products Liability Arbitration & Mediation

Legal Services Scope

Negotiating settlements Arbitration Mediation

Professional Associations

The Association of Trial Lawyers of America (n/k/a: American Justice Association)

Sustaining has membership Current

Trial Lawyers for Public Justice

has membership Current

National Association of Trial Lawyers

has membership Current

Coalition for Family Safety

Charter has membership, Officer and Director Current

Florida Bar Board of Governors

has membership 2013 - Current

Broward County Bar Association

has membership 2005 - Current

Florida Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism

has membership 2004 - Current

Broward County Trial Lawyers Association

has membership 2004 - Current

Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers (n/k/a: Florida Justice Association)

has membership 1985 - Current

American Board of Trial Advocates - Ft. Lauderdale Chapter

President 2012 - 2012

Florida Supreme Court JNC (Judicial Nominating Committee)

has membership 2004 - 2008

Florida Lawyer s Action Group

Trustee 2002 - 2005