Brickell Divorce & Family Law Attorney
The Law Firm of Jeffrey Alan Aenlle, PLLC is a boutique divorce and family law firm located in the heart of Brickell at 1221 Brickell Avenue, Suite 900, Miami, Florida 33131. We represent individuals and families in divorce, child custody, alimony, child support, paternity, and prenuptial agreement matters throughout Miami-Dade County and the surrounding region.
Brickell is home to one of the highest concentrations of high-net-worth individuals, international executives, and dual-income professional households in South Florida. Divorce and family law matters in Brickell frequently involve complex financial issues, including equitable distribution of investment portfolios, business interests, international assets, and luxury real estate, as well as sophisticated timesharing arrangements for families with international ties or frequent travel demands. Our firm has the experience and strategic focus to handle these matters effectively.
Divorce in Brickell, Miami
Florida is a no-fault divorce state, meaning either spouse may petition for dissolution of marriage without alleging wrongdoing by the other party. The sole ground for divorce in Florida is that the marriage is irretrievably broken. Fla. Stat. § 61.052. To file for divorce in Florida, at least one spouse must have been a Florida resident for a minimum of six months before filing. Fla. Stat. § 61.021.
Divorce proceedings in Miami-Dade County are handled by the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Family Division. Whether your matter is uncontested or involves significant disputed assets, our firm guides clients through every stage of the process — from initial filing through mediation, discovery, and trial if necessary.
Equitable Distribution of Marital Assets in Brickell Divorces
Florida follows the principle of equitable distribution, meaning marital assets and
liabilities are divided fairly, though not necessarily equally, between spouses.
Fla. Stat. § 61.075. In Brickell divorces, equitable distribution
frequently involves the valuation and division of the following asset classes:
- Brickell and Miami-Dade luxury condominiums and real estate
- Investment and brokerage accounts
- Business ownership interests and professional practices
- Deferred compensation, stock options, and restricted stock units
- Retirement accounts including 401(k), IRA, and pension plans
- Offshore and international accounts
- Cryptocurrency and digital assets
Proper valuation of these assets often requires forensic accounting and expert testimony. Our firm works with experienced financial professionals to ensure marital assets are fully identified, properly valued, and equitably distributed.
Child Custody and Timesharing in Brickell
Florida law replaced the term “child custody” with parental responsibility and timesharing, governed by a mandatory Parenting Plan. Fla. Stat. § 61.13. Effective July 1, 2023, Florida law established a rebuttable presumption that equal timesharing, a 50/50 schedule, is in the best interests of the child. Fla. Stat. § 61.13(2)(c)(1).
For Brickell families with demanding professional schedules, international travel
obligations, or children enrolled in private schools throughout Miami-Dade, crafting a workable and enforceable Parenting Plan requires careful attention to detail and anticipation of future conflict. Our firm drafts comprehensive Parenting Plans and represents parents in contested timesharing proceedings before Miami-Dade Family Court.
Alimony in Brickell Divorce Cases
Florida’s alimony law was significantly reformed effective July 1, 2023. Permanent alimony was abolished. Courts may now award bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, or durational alimony based on the length of the marriage and the statutory factors set forth in Fla. Stat. § 61.08. The length of the marriage is the primary factor governing the type and duration of alimony available.
In Brickell divorces involving significant income disparity between spouses, a common circumstance given the concentration of high-earning professionals in the area, alimony determinations can have substantial long-term financial consequences. Our firm represents both payors and recipients of alimony in negotiation and litigation.
Prenuptial Agreements for Brickell Residents
For high-net-worth individuals and international executives residing in Brickell, a well drafted prenuptial agreement is one of the most effective tools available for protecting pre-marital assets, business interests, and financial plans. Florida prenuptial agreements are governed by the Florida Premarital Agreement Act, Fla. Stat. § 61.079, and must meet specific statutory requirements to be enforceable.
Our firm drafts and reviews prenuptial and postnuptial agreements for Brickell residents, with particular attention to international asset structures and the needs of non-U.S. nationals residing in Miami.
Serving Brickell and Surrounding Miami-Dade Neighborhoods
In addition to Brickell, our firm represents clients throughout Miami-Dade County including Coconut Grove, Key Biscayne, Coral Gables, Edgewater, Wynwood, Downtown Miami, South Beach, Miami Beach, Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach, North Miami Beach, Miami Shores, Doral, Kendall, Cutler Bay, and Hialeah.
Free Consultation: Brickell Family Law Attorney
If you are facing a divorce, custody dispute, or other family law matter in Brickell or anywhere in Miami-Dade County, contact the Law Firm of Jeffrey Alan Aenlle, PLLC to schedule your free initial consultation. Call +1.786.309.8588 today.