Biography Overview
Lilian Gonzalez's journey in the legal profession reflects a deep commitment to serving her community and advocating for justice. Beginning her career at the Florida Guardian Ad Litem Office in Downtown Miami, she dedicated herself to representing abused and neglected children within the foster care system, ensuring their best interests were protected. This early experience instilled in her a sense of empathy and determination to fight for those in vulnerable situations. Later transitioning to private practice, Ms. Gonzalez gained valuable insights while representing insurance companies, sharpening her litigation skills, and expanding her legal knowledge.
With nine years of litigation experience under her belt, Ms. Gonzalez joins Morgan & Morgan with a wealth of expertise that she believes will significantly benefit her clients. Her educational background includes graduating Magna Cum Laude from Florida International University and earning her law degree Cum Laude from Western Michigan University Cooley Law School. Notably, she has received recognition for her legal acumen through awards such as the CALI Excellence Award in Research & Writing and Scholarly Writing. As an active member of organizations like the Cuban American Bar Association and the Miami-Dade Florida Association for Women Lawyers, Lilian remains dedicated to professional excellence and community involvement, particularly in advocating for personal injury victims' rights and pursuing justice on their behalf in Miami, Florida.
Additionally, Lilian is deeply involved in community service projects such as Dade Legal Aid Put Something Back, serving as a Pro Bono Guardian Ad Litem, and KidSide Miami, where she chairs the Marketing and Communications Committee. These initiatives further underscore her commitment to using her legal skills to make a positive impact on her community and uplift those in need.
Practice Areas
Education
- Florida International University, Magna Cum Laude
- Western Michigan University Cooley Law School, Cum Laude
Memberships
- Cuban American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Committe
- Miami-Dade Florida Association for Women Lawyers, GOOD Guys Committe Chair
Awards and Recognitions
- CALI Excellence Award, Research & Writing
- CALI Excellence Award, Scholarly Writing