When a marriage is ending, the hardest part is often not knowing what comes next. Kalish & Jaggars practices family law exclusively, and we guide Miami spouses through divorce the same way we approach every case: we listen, we explain the law in plain English, and we build a strategy around your goals.
We meet with Miami clients by appointment at our Brickell Avenue office, and by phone or video when that fits your schedule better.
Schedule a consultation: call (786) 551-1105 or book a time online. The first step toward clarity is a simple conversation.
Visit Us in Miami
Kalish & Jaggars, PLLC
701 Brickell Ave., Suite 1550, Miami, FL 33131
(786) 551-1105
Hours: Monday – Sunday, 24 hours (office visits by appointment)
Family Law We Handle in Miami
A Miami divorce rarely involves just one issue. Our guide to divorce in Florida walks you through everything from filing to the final judgment in plain English, with the same strategy-first approach we bring to every case. We also help Miami families with:
- Child Custody: Building, modifying, or enforcing a parenting plan and time-sharing schedule centered on your child’s best interests.
- Child Support: Calculating, establishing, or modifying support under Florida’s child support guidelines.
- Alimony: Seeking or responding to a request for spousal support, including the type, amount, and length of support.
- Property Division: Dividing marital assets and debts under Florida’s equitable distribution rules, from the family home to retirement accounts.
- Paternity: Legally establishing paternity so parental rights, time-sharing, and support can be addressed.
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements: Clear agreements that define your financial boundaries and help prevent future disputes.
Miami Neighborhoods We Serve
Brickell and Downtown: Brickell, Brickell Key, Downtown Miami, Park West, Omni, Edgewater
Wynwood and the Upper East Side: Wynwood, Midtown, Design District, Buena Vista, Morningside, Belle Meade
Coconut Grove and the Roads: Coconut Grove, The Roads, Shenandoah, Coral Way, Little Havana, Silver Bluff
Do not see your neighborhood? Call us and we will confirm coverage.
Where You Are, Where Your Case Is Heard
| Office | Communities Served | Where Cases Are Heard |
|---|---|---|
| Miami: 701 Brickell Ave., Suite 1550, Miami, FL 33131 | Miami-Dade County (primary) |
Lawson E. Thomas Courthouse Center, 175 NW 1st Ave., Miami, FL 33128 (Eleventh Judicial Circuit, Family Division) |
Cases filed in Broward or Palm Beach County are coordinated through our Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach offices. Wherever your case is filed, we manage the scheduling and court appearances so you are not juggling multiple offices on your own.
Miami Attorneys on Your Case
Matters handled through our Miami office are led by one of the attorneys below, each bringing a different strength to your case.
| ATTORNEY PROFILE | ATTORNEY PROFILE | ATTORNEY PROFILE |
|---|---|---|
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Scott J. Kalish, Esq.
Scott grew up in South Florida, earned his law degree at Florida State, and served as a prosecutor before founding the firm on a simple idea: family law clients deserve more than a short consultation and a price. He practices in both English and Spanish. |
Dara A. Jaggars, Esq.
Dara brings careful attention to detail, a proactive approach to discovery, and a talent for breaking down complicated financial and legal issues into terms you can actually use. |
Serena Pomeranz, Esq.
Serena partners closely with clients to shape a strategy around their specific circumstances, so they feel heard and supported at every stage of their case. |
Why Miami Families Trust Kalish & Jaggars, PLLC
A substantive consultation, not a sales pitch. Your consultation is designed to walk you through the law that applies to your situation, answer your questions directly, and leave you with a strategy rather than just a fee quote.
Communication you can rely on. You get real access to your attorney and clear updates as your case moves forward, so you are never left in the dark about where things stand.
Built for negotiation, prepared for court. When negotiation or mediation can resolve your case, that is the path we take. When litigation is necessary, we show up ready to advocate for you before a Miami-Dade County judge.
Ready to talk? Call (786) 551-1105 or schedule a consultation online.
What to Expect When You Call
The process is simple and built around three things you need before any decision gets made:
- We listen first. When you call, our intake team takes down what is happening and sets up your consultation. The short version is fine, and we will ask the questions that matter.
- We explain what Florida law says. In your consultation, your attorney walks through how the law applies to you, in plain English. No lecture, no scare tactics, no pressure.
- We map the next step. You will leave the consultation with a clear sense of what comes next.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will my Miami divorce case be filed and heard?
Divorce petitions for Miami residents are typically filed in Miami-Dade County and heard through the Family Division of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida at the Lawson E. Thomas Courthouse Center, 175 NW 1st Ave., Miami, FL 33128. Florida law also requires that at least one spouse have lived in the state for the six months before filing, under §61.021, Fla. Stat.
Do I have to come into the Miami office, or can we handle this virtually?
You are welcome to meet in person, by appointment, at our Miami office at 701 Brickell Ave., Suite 1550, Miami, FL 33131. We can also handle your consultation and much of your case by phone or video, depending on what your situation calls for.
How much does a divorce cost in Miami?
The cost turns on whether your case is contested or uncontested and how complex the asset and custody issues are. We go over fees directly and transparently during your consultation, once we understand what you are facing.
Talk to a Miami Divorce Attorney
You do not have to face this on your own, and you do not have to guess how Florida law applies to your situation. One conversation with our South Florida divorce attorneys can show you where you stand and what your real options are.
Call (786) 551-1105 or schedule a consultation online to reach our team, find our Miami office location and directions, and get to know the attorneys who will handle your case. Browse the Kalish & Jaggars family law practice areas to see everything we handle.