About Thomas L Harris PA — General Practice Miami Florida

General Practice Miami clients retain Thomas L Harris PA for civil, family, and probate matters across Miami-Dade County. The firm handles cases at the Miami-Dade Circuit Court and the County Court — Miami-Dade is the most populous county in Florida and runs one of the highest-volume court systems in the southeastern United States. Because Miami’s bilingual courthouse environment requires fluency in local procedural rhythms, choosing local counsel is more than a convenience.

The practice serves clients across Miami neighborhoods including Brickell, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Miami Beach, and Kendall. For wider local options, the Miami attorney directory compares additional firm depth. Consultations clarify whether the matter belongs in the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court, the County Court, or federal court.

What Clients Say

Reviewers describe the firm as steady and accessible — straightforward fee discussions, prompt return calls, and clear explanations of Florida-specific procedures. Clients appreciate the firm’s familiarity with Miami-Dade Circuit Court scheduling, which can be unpredictable due to high docket volume. Several mention plain-language walkthroughs of Florida homestead and probate rules.

General Practice Miami — Practice Areas & Services

• Civil disputes filed in Miami-Dade Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court.
• Family law including dissolution, custody, and support under Florida statutes.
• Probate and estate administration in Miami-Dade Probate Division.
• Real estate and contract matters across Miami-Dade County.
• Landlord-tenant disputes under Florida Statute Chapter 83.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the divorce waiting period in Florida?

Florida requires a 20-day cooling-off period after the petition is filed before a final judgment can be entered (Fla. Stat. § 61.19). Miami-Dade uncontested cases typically resolve within 30 to 90 days. Contested cases involving custody or significant assets commonly take 6 to 18 months.

How does Florida homestead protection affect probate?

Florida’s constitutional homestead protection prevents most creditors from forcing the sale of a primary residence and limits how the homestead can be devised. If the decedent was survived by a spouse or minor child, the homestead descends in a constrained way regardless of the will. Plan early to avoid surprises.

Where are Miami civil cases filed?

Most Miami civil cases over $50,000 are filed in the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court at the Lawson E. Thomas Courthouse Center or the Miami-Dade Civil Division. Cases under $50,000 go to County Court. Federal matters originating in Miami go to the Wilkie D. Ferguson Jr. U.S. Courthouse.