Family Law Appeals

Miami Family Law Appeals Lawyers

One of the Few Miami Firms Capable of Handling Family Law Appeals

When a family court decision doesn't reflect justice or properly apply the law, you have options for pursuing the resolution you deserve. At Abramowitz & Associates, our Board Certified Marital and Family Law attorneys are among the few practitioners in Miami equipped to handle family law appeals. For decades, our team has provided sophisticated appellate advocacy for clients throughout Miami-Dade County who needed trial court decisions reviewed and potentially reversed. You, too, can trust our team to appeal a wrongful or erroneous decision that has negatively impacted you and your family.

Discuss your situation and legal options in a complimentary one-hour consultation with our Miami family law appeals attorneys. To schedule yours, call (754) 240-7536 or contact our firm online.

What to Know About Appealing a Family Court Decision

If a court has made legal errors in your family law case, you can file an appeal. Unlike trials, appeals don't involve presenting new evidence or calling witnesses. Instead, appellate courts examine the trial record to determine whether the judge correctly applied the law and followed proper procedures.

Appeals focus on legal questions, not factual disputes. You cannot appeal simply because you're unhappy with the outcome. Rather, appeals succeed when they demonstrate the trial court made significant legal errors, misapplied statutes, abused its discretion, or reached conclusions unsupported by the evidence.

What Family Law Matters Can Be Appealed?

Florida law allows appeals of various family law decisions, including:

Divorce settlements and final judgments: Property division determinations, alimony awards, and other financial arrangements
Child custody and parenting plans: Time-sharing schedules, parental responsibility allocations, and relocation decisions
Child support calculations: Amount determinations, income assessments, and modification denials
Paternity determinations: Establishment or disestablishment of paternity
Modification rulings: Denials or grants of requests to modify existing orders
Contempt findings: Sanctions imposed for alleged court order violations
Attorney's fees awards: Decisions regarding payment of legal costs
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreement enforceability: Rulings on validity or interpretation of marital agreements

How Long Do You Have to File a Family Law Appeal in Florida?

Strict deadlines govern appeals. Generally, you must file an appeal within 30 days of a final order. This makes it imperative to quickly find a trusted attorney when you believe a trial court erred. At Abramowitz & Associates, we stand ready to fight for those who need to pursue an appeal.

How Abramowitz & Associates Can Help with Your Family Appeal

As one of the only family law firms in the area with dedicated appellate experience, we are uniquely positioned to serve clients seeking an appeal.

On your behalf, our Board Certified attorneys can do the following and more:

Strategic case evaluation – We start by thoroughly reviewing trial records to identify viable grounds for appeal. Not every unfavorable decision warrants an appeal, so we can provide honest assessments of your chances for success, potential costs, and likely outcomes.
Thorough record preparation – We carefully gather and organize everything appellate courts need for a review, such as transcripts, exhibits, and court documents.
Strong, persuasive written arguments – Our attorneys write detailed appellate briefs that explain why the trial court’s decision was wrong or unfair. We can clearly outline the legal errors, reference the right laws and past cases, and make a compelling case for the decision to be reversed or modified.
Skilled courtroom advocacy – If your appeal includes an oral argument, we can represent you before the appellate judges. We’ll answer their questions directly and argue for your side clearly and confidently.
Protecting your rights during the process – We can handle any urgent motions so that unfavorable decisions don’t take effect while your appeal is still being considered.
Deep understanding of family law – With our extensive family law trial experience, we know how trial courts operate and what things can lead to errors. This background allows us to spot issues that others might overlook.
Efficient deadline and procedure management – Appeals have strict timelines and procedural rules. Count on us to stay on top of every requirement so your case moves forward smoothly without unnecessary delays or technical mistakes.

Countless clients have been glad they trusted our firm for appeals and other family law matters. Visit our testimonials page to see why so many have put their confidence in our client-focused and results-driven team.

Explore Your Appellate Options with Abramowitz & Associates

If you believe a family law decision was legally incorrect or unjust, time is critical. Contact Abramowitz & Associates right away for a complimentary one-hour consultation to discuss your appellate options with our Miami family law appeals attorneys.

Reach out online or call (754) 240-7536 today. From Coral Gables, our firm proudly represents individuals and families across Miami-Dade County.

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