Atty. Roberta Goodman Mandel

Atty. Roberta Goodman Mandel

During her 38 years of practice, Roberta Mandel has argued more than 1,000 appeals in every Florida appellate court, the Florida Supreme Court, the Eleventh District Court of Appeal, and the United States Supreme Court. With approximately 650 reported decisions, she offers an unparalleled depth of experience.

Miami Miami 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Roberta Goodman Mandel at a glance

Roberta Goodman Mandel is a Member based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Mandel Law Group, P.A.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and alimony. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. (1984). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1984) and Hofstra University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • During her 38 years of practice, Roberta Mandel has argued more than 1,000 appeals in every Florida appellate court, the Florida Supreme Court, the Eleventh District Court of Appeal, and the United States Supreme Court
  • With approximately 650 reported decisions, she offers an unparalleled depth of experience
  • She has also been involved in countless trials during her career
  • Mandel is often involved from the inception of a case in the trial court through the appellate state
  • She says, “It’s advantageous for trial attorneys to have experienced appellate attorneys involved in trial court litigation so all viable arguments are preserved for appellate court review.” Mandel is AV Preeminent® rated by Martindale-Hubbell® for 10 years, and has been designated a Legal Leader by the Miami Herald and a Florida Super Lawyer for many years
  • She began her career working on high-profile criminal cases
  • Starting in 2004, she went on to head the appellate departments of two law firms
  • Among her more notable cases was litigation stemming from Anna Nicole Smith’s death in Florida, which garnered worldwide media coverage
  • In 2010, Mandel founded her own full-service trial and appellate litigation firm, the Mandel Law Group
  • There, she represented Fortune 500 companies as well as small businesses and individuals in civil and criminal matters
  • She was one of the first attorneys to effectively argue that trial attorneys who successfully represent homeowners in foreclosure actions are entitled to fee multipliers
  • Mandel also handles complex as well as simple divorce cases in both the trial and appellate court arenas

Practice Areas Explained

Roberta Goodman Mandel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Roberta Goodman Mandel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

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Child Support

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Alimony / Spousal Support

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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 Miami 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 Roberta Goodman Mandel

Where is Roberta Goodman Mandel's law office located?
Roberta Goodman Mandel's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is Mandel Law Group, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Roberta Goodman Mandel handle?
Roberta Goodman Mandel focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, alimony. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Roberta Goodman Mandel practiced law?
Roberta Goodman Mandel has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Roberta Goodman Mandel go to law school?
Roberta Goodman Mandel earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Roberta Goodman Mandel for a consultation?
You can contact Roberta Goodman Mandel 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 Roberta Goodman Mandel received?
Roberta Goodman Mandel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami School of Law
- 1984
B.A.
Hofstra University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S.
Admitted: 1984

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