Dwight Owen Schweitzer, Family Law Attorney in Miami Beach, Florida
Over 58 years of legal practice · focused on Family Law, General, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Miami Beach, FL
Practicing family law in Miami Beach since 1968.
- 58+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Dwight Owen Schweitzer is an attorney based in Miami Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Family Law, General, and Personal Injury. Dwight has over 58 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Miami Beach, FL
- Experience
- over 58 years
- Known for
- Family Law · General · Personal Injury
- Handles Family Law, General, and Personal Injury matters from Miami Beach, FL.
- Over 58 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Dwight Owen Schweitzer: Dwight Owen Schweitzer is an attorney based in Miami Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Family Law, General, and Personal Injury. Dwight has over 58 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Dwight Owen Schweitzer
Dwight concentrates on family law, general, personal injury, real estate, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dwight handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law
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General
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Personal Injury
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Real Estate
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Workers Comp
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Family Law cases in Miami Beach, Florida
Dwight takes family law matters in Miami Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dwight agrees to represent you.
General cases in Miami Beach, Florida
Dwight takes general matters in Miami Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dwight agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Miami Beach, Florida
Dwight takes personal injury matters in Miami Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dwight agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Miami Beach, Florida
Dwight takes real estate matters in Miami Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dwight agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Miami Beach, Florida
Dwight takes workers comp matters in Miami Beach, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dwight agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Dwight Owen Schweitzer — Over 58 years of Florida family law experience
Dwight Owen Schweitzer is an attorney based in Miami Beach, FL. The practice focuses on Family Law, General, and Personal Injury. Dwight has over 58 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Dwight Owen Schweitzer is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, domestic relations law, real estate and 2 other areas of law. Dwight Owen received a B.A. degree from University of Hartford in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years. Dwight Owen practices in Miami Beach, FL.
Dwight's approach to family law cases
Dwight Owen Schweitzer is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, domestic relations law, real estate and 2 other areas of law. Dwight Owen received a B.A. degree from University of Hartford in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years. Dwight Owen practices in Miami Beach, FL.
Clients Dwight works with
Dwight reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law, general, and personal injury matters in Miami Beach and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Dwight Owen Schweitzer's legal education and bar admissions
Vanderbilt University
J.D. · 1968
University of Hartford
B.A. · 1965
Jurisdictions
Dwight's state bar admissions
Connecticut
1968 · ACTIVE
Dwight studied at J.D. in Vanderbilt University and B.A. in University of Hartford.
Law school and academic background
Dwight completed J.D. in Vanderbilt University and B.A. in University of Hartford. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dwight runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Dwight Owen Schweitzer's office in Miami Beach
Dwight's primary office is at 1 Address Unknown, Miami Beach, FL, 33139-6370. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Dwight Owen Schweitzer — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Dwight. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing family law attorneys in Miami Beach.
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How to hire Dwight Owen Schweitzer — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dwight usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dwight charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dwight's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Dwight will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Miami Beach, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Dwight
Dwight discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Dwight confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dwight's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dwight Owen Schweitzer
How much does it cost to hire Dwight for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dwight walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dwight offer a free consultation?
Dwight charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dwight's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Dwight's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in Florida typically take?
Simple family law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Dwight gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dwight take my case if I'm outside Miami Beach?
Dwight is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dwight will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Dwight?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Dwight will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dwight accepting new family law clients right now?
Dwight's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Family Law attorneys serving Miami Beach, Miami and Tampa in Florida
Dwight handles family law matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified family law attorneys in that community.
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- Naples2,155 attorneys
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