Atty. May L. Cain

Atty. May L. Cain

May Cain is a highly accomplished family law attorney, and former Miami-Dade County Judge, appointed to the bench in 1990. She now focusess her practice on complex family law matters—including dissolution of marriage, domestic violence, child custody, support, paternity, pre and post nuptial agreements, and appeals.—She is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator.

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Profile Summary

About May L. Cain at a glance

May L. Cain is a Partner based in Aventura, Florida, practicing at Cain & Snihur, LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1980), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1981). Educated at DePaul University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Aventura, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • May Cain is a highly accomplished family law attorney, and former Miami-Dade County Judge, appointed to the bench in 1990
  • She now focusess her practice on complex family law matters—including dissolution of marriage, domestic violence, child custody, support, paternity, pre and post nuptial agreements, and appeals.—She is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator
  • An educator for many years, she served as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Barry University, where she created and taught its Family Law course
  • She also has lectured for continuing legal education programs
  • May Cain is a respected leader in her field, and currently serves at President of the Miami-Dade FAWL Foundation (Florida Association for Women Lawyers)
  • She is a Past President of the Florida Association for Women Lawyers, Miami-Dade Chapter, and has served on numerous Florida Bar committees
  • She currently serves on the Florida Bar Journal Editorial Board, and is a past Chairperson of that Committee
  • Recognized as a mentor, she has made significant contributions to the legal profession and bar publications including being a guest editor of Special Additions of the Florida Bar Journal on Appellate Practice and Ethics
  • May earned her J.D. from DePaul University College of Law and her B.A. from Northwestern University
  • She attended the University of Miami School of Law as a Visiting Student, as well
  • She is an AV Preeminent rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, recognized as a Super Lawyer, and as one of South Florida’s leading family law, appellate, and litigation attorneys

Practice Areas Explained

May L. Cain's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases May L. Cain handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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 Aventura 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about May L. Cain

Where is May L. Cain's law office located?
May L. Cain's law practice is located in Aventura, Florida. The firm is Cain & Snihur, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does May L. Cain handle?
May L. Cain focuses on criminal defense, family law, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has May L. Cain practiced law?
May L. Cain has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did May L. Cain go to law school?
May L. Cain earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact May L. Cain for a consultation?
You can contact May L. Cain directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has May L. Cain received?
May L. Cain's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University School of Law
- 1980
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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