Joel H. Brown, ADR Attorney in Miami, Florida
Over 55 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Family Law, and Medical Malpractice
Miami, FL
Practicing adr in Miami since 1971.
- 55+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Joel H. Brown is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on ADR, Family Law, and Medical Malpractice. Joel has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Freidin Brown PA.
- Based in
- Miami, FLORIDA
- Experience
- over 55 years
- Known for
- ADR · Family Law · Medical Malpractice
- Handles ADR, Family Law, and Medical Malpractice matters from Miami, FLORIDA.
- Over 55 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
About Joel H. Brown: Joel H. Brown is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on ADR, Family Law, and Medical Malpractice. Joel has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Freidin Brown PA.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Joel H. Brown
Joel concentrates on adr, family law, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Joel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Family Law
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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ADR cases in Miami, Florida
Joel takes adr matters in Miami, 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 Joel agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Miami, Florida
Joel takes family law matters in Miami, 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 Joel agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Miami, Florida
Joel takes medical malpractice matters in Miami, 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 Joel agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Miami, Florida
Joel takes personal injury matters in Miami, 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 Joel agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Joel H. Brown — Over 55 years of Florida adr experience
Joel H. Brown is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on ADR, Family Law, and Medical Malpractice. Joel has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Freidin Brown PA.
Before joining the firm in 2013, Joel H. Brown was elected by his colleagues to serve as Chief Judge for the 11th Judicial Circuit of Florida in 2009. Joel was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1971 and had been practicing personal injury law as a civil trial lawyer prior to his appointment by former Governor Bob Martinez to the County Court in 1990. Following his appointment, Joel served as Associate Administrative Judge of the County Court, Criminal Traffic Division, and then served as Administrative Judge of the County Court, Criminal Division.
In 1994, he was appointed by former Governor Lawton Chiles to the Circuit Court of the 11th Judicial Circuit of Florida, and in that capacity, he served in several different divisions, including Administrative Judge of the Family Division (2001–2009). He later served as the Chair of the Chief Judges Judicial Administration Committee (2011–2012).
Joel is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer and a Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator. Board certification recognizes lawyers’ special knowledge, skills, and proficiency in various areas of law and professionalism, and ethics in practice.
As a native Floridian, Joel was born, raised, and spent his formative years in Miami Beach, Florida. He majored in accounting and graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He continued his education and graduated with his Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Florida Levin School of Law. Joel served his country as a member of the U.S. Army Reserves for six years, from 1969-1975.
Joel's approach to adr cases
Before joining the firm in 2013, Joel H. Brown was elected by his colleagues to serve as Chief Judge for the 11th Judicial Circuit of Florida in 2009. Joel was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1971 and had been practicing personal injury law as a civil trial lawyer prior to his appointment by former Governor Bob Martinez to the County Court in 1990. Following his appointment, Joel served as…
The kind of cases Joel takes
Joel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, family law, and medical malpractice matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Joel H. Brown's legal education and bar admissions
University of Florida
— · 1970
University of Florida
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Jurisdictions
Joel's state bar admissions
Florida, The Florida
1971 · ACTIVE
Joel studied at — in University of Florida and — in University of Florida.
Law school and academic background
Joel completed — in University of Florida and — in University of Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Joel runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Joel H. Brown
Joel has received 23 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 (2015)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Super Lawyers (2015 – 2024)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — AVVO rating of 10 – Superb!
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The First Family American Inns of Court - Judicial Leadership Award (2008)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Sabadell United Bank - Sabadell's Community Service Award (2011)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Spanish American League Against Discrimination - Diversity in the Judiciary Award (2011)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Cuban American Bar Association - Paver Award (2012 – Present)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Florida Jewish Legal Society - The Rodef Sholom Award (Pursuer of Peace) (2012)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Miami Beach High School Alumni Association Hall of Fame - Inductee (2012)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — South Florida Shomrim Society - Person of the Year Award (2012)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Dade County Bar Association - Award of Excellence (2013)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale Hubbell Directory – AV rating
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer (1989)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who's Who in American Law, 3rd Edition
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Super Lawyers Recognition- Personal Injury: Celebrating 5 Consecutive Years (2020)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mediation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration (2026).
Locations
Joel H. Brown's office in Miami
Joel's primary office is at 3044 SW 28th Lane, Miami, Florida, 33133. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Joel H. Brown — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Joel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Joel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joel'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; Joel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Miami, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Joel
Joel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Joel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Joel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Joel H. Brown
How much does it cost to hire Joel for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Joel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Joel offer a free consultation?
Joel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Joel's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Joel's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Florida typically take?
Simple adr 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. Joel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Joel take my case if I'm outside Miami?
Joel 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 — Joel 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 Joel?
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. Joel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Joel accepting new adr clients right now?
Joel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Miami, Tampa and Orlando in Florida
Joel handles adr matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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