Trusted Family Law Attorney in Miami for Every Legal Need

When family issues turn legal, clarity and speed matter. You need a family law attorney who can move your case forward, protect your rights, and explain each step in plain English. 

Attorneys at Law Joseph M. Corey, Jr., P.A. is a Miami-based family law firm focused on practical solutions (settlement when possible, decisive litigation when necessary) so you can make confident choices for your family.

The Cases we handle

• Divorce (no-fault, contested, mediation, trial): strategy, filings, and settlement planning.
• Child custody and support: parenting plans, parenting time, enforcement, and modifications.
• Alimony and marital property division: focused financial analysis and negotiation.
• Paternity and adoption: establishing rights and finalizing family changes.
• Prenuptial agreements and post-judgment modifications: prevention and recalibration.

What you can expect

• A clear plan from day one covering goals, timeline, and required court documents
• Straightforward guidance on whether to negotiate or press forward in litigation
• Consistent communication from your attorney and paralegal team
• A results-focused approach for custody and visitation, spousal support, and complex family law matters

With a bilingual team, decades of courtroom experience, and a practical, solutions-first approach, the firm helps clients navigate divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, modifications, paternity, visitation, and more across South Florida. 

Start with a focused consultation and get answers tailored to your case and Miami’s courts. 

Why Experience (and Local Insight) Matter

Choosing the right family lawyer isn’t only about credentials. It’s about judgment—reading the room in mediation, knowing when to negotiate and when to litigate, and explaining every step so you feel in control.

Here’s what sets Joseph M. Corey, Jr., P.A. apart:

• 38+ years of family law practice serving Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and Monroe Counties.
• Bilingual advocacy so nothing gets lost in translation.
• Clear communication from attorney to paralegal, so you always know what’s next.
• A focus on practical outcomes and settlement where possible, and focused litigation where necessary.

When you’re going through a divorce or a difficult custody dispute, experience reduces unknowns. It also shortens the learning curve on local procedures, judge preferences, and what evidence persuades in state courts.

The Professional Legal Services We Offer

The firm serves clients across Miami-Dade and nearby counties in the full range of family law matters. Each case gets a plan that fits your goals, your timeline, and your budget.

1. Divorce

Florida is a no-fault state; the question is now whether the marriage is irretrievably broken. Some cases are resolved through mediation and settlement, while others need focused litigation. You can learn more about our divorce strategy and process here. The team handles filings, disclosure, financial affidavits you must certify, and hearing prep so the court sees a clean record.

2. Child Custody and Support

Florida uses parenting plans and time-sharing. The court looks at the child’s best interests and the practical details of school, work schedules, and distance. 

If you need to establish or enforce child custody and support, or modify parenting time after a change in circumstances. Expect straightforward advice about what to request, what to oppose, and how to document your day-to-day caregiving.

3. Alimony and Property Division

Alimony (spousal support) depends on need, ability to pay, and case-specific factors. Property issues turn on whether an item is marital or non-marital and how to value it. 

The firm develops a record that addresses income, budgets, and assets early, which supports better settlement outcomes and a stronger position in court if needed. When the dust settles and life changes later, the modification process may help you recalibrate support or parenting terms.

4. Paternity

When parents were never married, a paternity action sets rights and responsibilities, from time-sharing to support. It’s also how you secure orders that the police and schools will honor. 

5. Relocation and Visitation

If work or family requires a move, Florida has specific notice and consent requirements. The team also addresses visitation issues when a plan needs fine-tuning to reflect school schedules, travel, and holidays.

6. Prenuptial Agreements 

A tailored prenup can reduce future disputes about marital versus separate property, alimony, and expectations. The firm drafts and reviews prenuptial agreements with an eye toward enforceability so they serve as a roadmap, not a flashpoint.

The Florida Family Law Representation

Florida divides marital property and debts fairly, not automatically 50/50. The court considers the length of the marriage, contributions to the household, interruptions to a family law career for childcare, and each side’s financial picture. What helps most is documentation (bank records, retirement statements, appraisals) that show clear values and timelines.

A parenting plan should set out decision-making (shared or sole), a weekly schedule, holidays, and travel. When safety is at issue, courts can craft protective terms to support a survivor of abuse while still focusing on a child’s needs. If a conflict turns into a custody battle, candor and well-kept records usually carry more weight than rhetoric.

Also, child support is guided by statute but depends on accurate income and expense numbers. Spousal support looks at need and ability to pay, including the standard of living during the marriage. When jobs change or health shifts, a modification may be appropriate. The firm will tell you when it’s smarter to negotiate and when to file a motion and let the court decide.

A seasoned family law attorney translates the big picture into steps that work here.

How We Handle Your Settlement

Most people prefer to settle. Our firm treats settlement as disciplined work, not a last-minute scramble. That means mapping the issues, producing documents once and using them everywhere, and putting forward proposals that reflect your real priorities, be it parenting, cash flow, or both. 

When mediation succeeds, you sign an agreement that the judge can approve quickly. When it doesn’t, a focused litigation strategy narrows the dispute and presents the strongest possible evidence. 

Either path is prepared from day one.

How We Represent Your Family Legal Case

Your first conversation sets the agenda. You’ll review goals, timing, and costs, and discuss immediate needs like temporary child support, exclusive use of the home, or a temporary custody and visitation plan. Schedule through the Contact page or call (305) 557-1750.

Next comes a solution plan that lists deadlines, disclosures to certify, and what the judge will expect to see. You will know who exactly is doing what (client, paralegal, and attorney), so nothing falls through the cracks.

Your filings, discovery, and negotiations move in parallel. If the other side is reasonable, you’ll see progress at the table. If not, the team sets hearings and keeps the case on track. Many matters end in a settlement and a final judgment. If life changes, you can return for legal advice on enforcement or modification so orders keep pace with reality.

We serve families and clients who reside in Miami, Miami Beach, Hialeah, Doral, Coral Gables, and surrounding communities in Miami-Dade, with cases also in Broward and Palm Beach. 

Knowing courthouse procedures and judge preferences has guaranteed our wins several times. Don’t sleep on this information. Reach out to us today.

Common Questions Our Clients Ask

1. Do I have to go to court?

Not always. Many cases resolve through mediation or written agreements. If hearings are necessary, your lawyer will explain what to expect and how to prepare testimony and exhibits.

2. Will I lose time with my kids?

Courts look for schedules that serve the child’s best interests and respect real-world logistics. If the other parent seeks a change, respond quickly. Deadlines matter in state courts.

3. Are prenuptial agreements enforceable? 

Often, yes. When they are drafted and signed properly with full disclosure and time to review. If you already have one, bring it to your consultation for a Florida-specific review.

4. Can I handle this on my own?

You can try, but forms don’t replace strategy. An experienced lawyer helps you choose what to request, when to compromise, and when to push for a ruling.

Costs, Timing, and Expectations

Joseph M. Corey, Jr., P.A offers reasonable legal fees and payment plans so you can focus on building a stable future. Simple, uncontested matters move faster. Disputes over business interests, valuation, or relocation take longer and often require expert input. 

What consistently improves results is preparation, organized documents, consistent behavior with the children, and realistic goals. Your attorney will be candid about risk, including when to hold firm and when to revise your position to reach a workable settlement.

You will get more from the first hour if you arrive with recent pay stubs and tax returns, three months of bank and credit card statements, any court papers you were served, a short timeline of the relationship and separation, and a draft weekly schedule that reflects school and work. 

If you came through a referral, a nonprofit, or one of the firm’s articles or webinars, mention it so the team understands your starting point.

Access and Hours

Our law offices are located in the Bank of America Building, 900 W. 49th Street, Suite 204, Hialeah, FL 33012. Office hours run Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., with 24/7 phone service and bilingual support (Se habla español). 

For help with divorce cases, child custody and support, paternity, adoption, or marital property division, reach out on the Contact page or call (305) 557-1750.

If you need a divorce lawyer, help with custody and visitation, advice on a prenuptial agreement, or guidance in a post-judgment dispute, Attorneys at Law Joseph M. Corey, Jr., P.A. offers focused legal representation grounded in experience and empathy. 

Start with a first call, set your priorities, and move forward with a plan that fits your family and Florida law.