Atty. Barry M. Wayne
Barry M. Wayne is a Shareholder and the Head of the Marital & Family Law Department.
Family Law Attorney · Serving Coral Gables, FL
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About Barry M. Wayne at a Glance
Barry M. Wayne is a family law attorney based in Coral Gables, Florida, practicing at Stearns Weaver Miller Weissler Alhadeff & Sitterson PA. Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1986) and Rutgers (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Chambers High Net Worth (2026). Serves clients in Coral Gables, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Barry M. Wayne
- Barry M. Wayne is a Shareholder and the Head of the Marital & Family Law Department
- His experience spans over 37 years representing clients in virtually all facets of marital and family law matters, including complex divorces, prenuptial and post-nuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements, paternity claims, and disputes that cross state and international borders
- Barry’s background enables him to guide his clients through the family law process of income and net worth analysis, business and other valuation matters, asset structure and debt analysis, division of complex marital estates, as well as all other issues unique to persons of financial means
- His practice also includes protecting the rights of parents and their children, working proactively to conclude matters recognizing the paramount objective of their children’s best interests
- Barry has built a reputation for problem solving and affording clients the privacy and discretion required for successful completion of the issues facing their family
- Barry’s clients have included corporate officers from a variety of endeavors, business owners, physicians, attorneys, financial and other professionals, professional athletes, investors, and their spouses
- Barry has been Florida Bar Board Certified in Marital and Family Law* since 1994
- He has achieved Board Certification as a Family Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, which certifies attorneys based upon demonstrated substantial trial experience, submission of judicial and peer references, continuing education and quality of legal writing
- Best Lawyers in America® has named Barry as the “Lawyer of the Year” for Family Law in Miami in 2020 and 2024, a recognition awarded to one lawyer per year with the highest overall peer-feedback for a specific practice area and geographic region
- Barry has also been AV® Preeminent™ Rated by Martindale Hubbell for over 25 years
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Barry M. Wayne's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barry M. Wayne handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Coral Gables.
Family Law in Coral Gables
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Coral Gables
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Coral Gables are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Coral Gables Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Coral Gables-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Coral Gables Choose Barry M. Wayne
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Barry M. Wayne's practice in the field of family law.
Focused Family Law Practice
Concentrating on family law means Barry M. Wayne's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Coral Gables
A Coral Gables-based practice means Barry M. Wayne attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Barry M. Wayne Handles in Coral Gables
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