Marital and Family Law Attorney
Sandy T. Fox
PartnerMiami family law attorney Sandy T. Fox, principal of The Law Offices of Sandy T. Fox, P.A., is a passionate and experienced family and marital law practitioner, dedicated to providing his clients with high quality legal representation. A long-time resident of Florida, he is licensed by The Florida Bar. Mr. Fox is a board certified marital and family law specialist by The Florida Bar and a National Board of Trial Advocacy Board Certified Family Law Trial Advocate. Mr. Fox is AV rated by Martindale Hubbell, a peer review system through which other lawyers have evaluated his professional abilities and ethical standards, and determined that he ranks at the highest level of professional excellence. He proudly serves clients in Miami-Dade, Monroe, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties, and throughout South Florida.
With over thirteen years of experience, Mr. Fox provides his clients with an exceptional combination of deep legal knowledge and time-tested trial and negotiation skills. His focus on the successful resolution of family law matters makes him a dedicated advocate for his clients both inside and outside of the courtroom. Mr. Fox represents his clients with respect to family law matters including but not limited to:
- Divorce
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Alimony
- Paternity
- Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
- Modification of Final Judgment
- Name Changes
- Domestic Violence
- Child Relocation
- Contempt and Enforcement
- Equitable Distribution
- Parental Responsibility
- Step Parent Adoption
Mr. Fox’s passion for family and marital law issues is well recognized within the Florida legal community. He is a member of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, as well as a member of the Broward County and Miami-Dade Bar Associations. Mr. Fox is also a Board Certified Family & Marital Law expert the highest level of recognition that is granted by the Florida Bar. This certification is highly selective and is awarded to only a limited number of Florida practitioners who have demonstrated an exceptional proficiency in matters of marital and family law through supplemental examination, education, and peer evaluation. It is used by the Florida Supreme Court to designate those attorneys who are considered experts in their field by their fellow practitioners.
As a Board Certified Family & Marital Law specialist, Mr. Fox provides his clients with excellent representation in the courtroom, but also emphasizes the use of negotiating techniques and instruments where appropriate in order to save clients the time and expense of litigation. His specialties include litigation for high net worth divorce proceedings, drafting and negotiating prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, helping parents resolve child custody and child support issues, and providing guidance on the use of parenting plans and parenting coordinators.
A Personalized Approach to RepresentationAs a South Florida family law lawyer, Mr. Fox is sensitive to the complex emotional issues that often arise during family and marital conflicts. He takes very seriously the immense responsibility of helping clients navigate these difficult issues, and is committed to providing clients with compassionate advocacy that minimizes turmoil and expense. Mr. Fox works with his clients to resolve their legal issues as quickly and effectively as possible in order to avoid prolonged conflict, and allow them to move on with their lives. As a compassionate legal representative, Mr. Fox also believes that all clients are entitled to personalized attention and a hands-on approach for their legal matters. He prides himself on his ready availability, immediate responsiveness, and dedication to each individual legal concern.
If you are facing the prospect of a family or marital legal issue, it is important to seek out a qualified family and marital law attorney who will help you to understand your rights and legal options. Especially in times of emotional distress, you need an advocate who you can trust to represent you inside and outside the courtroom. As an experienced and Board Certified Marital & Family Law specialist, Mr. Fox has the knowledge and expertise to help you obtain the resolution and peace of mind you deserve. Call us today at 800.596.0579 or contact us online for a free initial consultation.
J.D., Nova Southeastern University, 2004
B.S., Florida State University, 1999
Study Abroad, Richmond College, 1998
United States District Court, Southern District of Florida, 2012
The Florida Bar Board, Certified Marital & Family Law Specialist
Broward County and Miami-Dade County Bar Associations
The Florida Bar (Member, Family Law Section)
The National Advocates, Top 100 Lawyers Executive Committee, 2017
Florida Bar Family Law Section, Spotlight Award, 2017
The National Advocates, Top 100 Lawyers, 2017
National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, 2017 Nationally Ranked Top 10 Under 40
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2017 Client Satisfaction Award
The National Association of Distinguished Counsel, Top One Percent, 2017
Put Something Back, Pro Bono Service Award, 2016
Avvo, Client’s Choice, 2016
National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, Top 10 Under 40, 2016
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2016 Client Satisfaction Award
Super Lawyers, Florida Rising Stars, 2016 to 2017
The National Advocates, Top 100 Lawyers, 2015 to present
The National Advocates, Executive Committee Top 40 Under 40, 2015 to 2017
Put Something Back, Pro Bono Service Award, 2015
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2015 Client Satisfaction Award, 2015
South Florida Legal Leaders, Top Rated Lawyers, 2015
Avvo, 10.0 Superb Rating, 2015 to present
Put Something Back, Pro Bono Service Award, 2014
Avvo, Top Contributor, 2014
Avvo, Client’s Choice, 2013
Martindale-Hubbell, AV Rated, 2013 to present
Florida Bar Board of Legal Education and Specialization, Board Certified in Marital and Family Law, 2013
National Board of Trial Advocacy, Board Certified Family Law Trial Advocate, 2016
Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator, Family Law, 2017
Dade County Bar Association, Family Law Committee/Dade Legal Aid
24th Annual Nuts & Bolts of Family Law
Speaker Attorney’s Fees and Costs
November 9, 2016
University of Miami School of Law
Florida Family Law Complex Financial Issues Workshop
Speaker Temporary Relief
February 11, 2016
Dade County Bar Association, Family Law Committee/Dade Legal Aid
23rd Annual Nuts & Bolts of Family Law
Speaker Attorney’s Fees and Costs
November 3, 2015
Florida Bar Family Law Section
Marital & Family Review Course Cert Tips & Nibbles, 2015
Florida Bar Family Law Section
Mechanics of the Marital & Family Certification Exam, 2014
Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court Lunch & Learn
Holiday Time-Sharing: Decisions That Help Children Celebrate, 2014
Dade County Bar Association, Family Law Committee
Estate Planning for the Divorcing Client
Moderator, 2014
Dade County Bar Association, Family Law Committee/Dade Legal Aid
22nd Annual Nuts & Bolts of Family Law
Speaker Alimony and Equitable Distribution, 2014
University of Miami, School of Law
Family Law: Complex Financial Issues, Professor Kira Willig
Speaker Partition, Joinder, Injunctions and Attorney’s Fees and Costs
January 23, 2014
Dade County Bar Association, Family Law Committee
Litigating a Family Law Case Moderator, 2013
Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad College of Law
Law Office Management, Professor Jami Gursky
Guest Lecturer
September 26, 2013
Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad College of Law
Law Office Management, Professor Jami Gursky
Guest Lecturer
October 11, 2012
University of Miami, School of Law
Family Law, Professor Kira Willig
Guest Lecturer March 9, 2011
WIOD 610 AM: First New With Jimmy Cefalo
Social Media in Marital and Family Law Cases
WINZ 940 AM: Community News and Review
Marital and Family Law
CNN: The Situation Room With Wolf Blitzer
Divorce and The Economy