Attorney Samah T. Abukhodeir

Founder and Managing Partner

Samah (“Sam”) T. Abukhodeir was born and raised in Lake Wales, Florida. Following high school, Ms. Abukhodeir moved to Tallahassee, Florida, to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology with a Minor in Arabic and Child Development at Florida State University. Ms. Abukhodeir obtained her Juris Doctor from Florida International University College of Law, where she was on the Dean’s List and earned two CALI Excellence for the Future Awards in Islamic/Sharia Law and Judicial Externship.

While in law school, Ms. Abukhodeir worked as a Graduate Assistant to Law Professor Cyra Choudhury and was a judicial intern for the Honorable Marisa Tinkler Mendez, Circuit Court Judge in the Criminal Division of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in Miami-Dade, Florida, and the Honorable Maria M. Korvick, Circuit Court Judge in the Probate Division of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in Miami-Dade, Florida.

After law school, Ms. Abukhodeir returned to the 11th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida as a staff attorney/case manager for the Honorable Maria M. Korvick, the Administrative Probate Judge.

Ms. Abukhodeir has taught Probate, Guardianship, and Estate Planning in the Medical Legal Guardianship Clinic at Florida International University College of Law. Additionally, she currently teaches Epistemology at the Honors College at Florida International University.

Ms. Abukhodeir practices in the areas of Estates, Trusts, Guardianships, Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning, Elder Law, and Family Law. Ms. Abukhodeir is fluent in English and Arabic.

EDUCATION:

Florida International University College of Law, Doctor of Jurisprudence, 2013
Florida State University, Bachelors Of Science, Psychology, Magna Cum Laude, 2010

ADMISSIONS:

The Florida Bar, 2013

ASSOCIATIONS/MEMBERSHIPS

Florida Bar Appointed Committee Member, Florida Probate Rules Committee (2019-2022)
Florida Bar Appointed Committee Member, 11thJudicial Circuit Grievance Committee (2019-2022)
Florida Bar Appointed Committee Member, Diversity and Inclusion Committee (2017-2021)
Florida Bar Family Law Section, Member
Florida Bar Elder Law Section, Member
Real Property, Probate, & Trust Law Section, Member
Florida State Guardianship Association, Board Member
Dade County Bar Association Probate and Guardianship Committee, Vice Chair (2018-2022)
Dade County Bar Association, Director (2018-2020)
Junior League of Miami (2020-Present)
National Association of Divorce Professionals (2020-Present)

SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/AWARDS

2019-2021 Aspen Institute Fellow
2018-2020 Florida Bar Real Property Probate and Trust Law Section, Fellow
2018-2019 Dade County Bar Association, Director
2018-2021 Super Lawyer Rising Star
2018-2021 Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence
2018 The American Bar Association, “AMA: Perspectives from Millennial Lawyers”, Co-Speaker
2017-2022 Dade County Bar Association Probate and Guardianship Committee, Vice Chair
2017 Legal Elite Up & Comer, Florida Trend Magazine
2016-2021 FIU Elder Law Class, Guest Lecturer
2016 Elder Law Symposium, “Preparing for the Unknown: An Elder Law Attorney’s Tool Kit”, Miami, FL, Co Speaker
2014-2016 FIU Law Real Property, Probate, & Trust Law Panel Discussion, Co-Speaker

What Our Clients Say

Great attorneys. i had a family issue that i had questions about and i called over and spoke to jose who answered everything regarding my case. Scarleth scheduled the appointment the same day. i really like them and recommend their team for any family issue

-Liliann Joba-

Samah is the best in states, she got to the point where she explains all the details after she listens to your issue. And she answered all of my questions, and she was very detailed.

I highly recommend her to be in your side all the time especially on the Family Law.

-Haithum Alqahaf-

The best law firm ever! Samah is such an incredible attorney. She was there every step of the way to help me with my legal issues. If you’re ever in need of legal assistance, this is the place to go to. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!

-Deanna Darwish-

It was a pleasure working with Samah! Not only is she an excellent attorney, but it is evident that she is extremely passionate about the work she and her firm do. My parents contacted her about a legal matter, and she made sure to answer all of their questions and guide them through the process. Most importantly, they felt at ease having Samah by their side. I highly recommend Samah and her firm to anyone seeking assistance with Estate Planning and Family Law!

-Remy K.-

I received excellent counsel in developing a long-range plan for my Trust and final wishes. Very patient with my hearing difficulties and I appreciated that kindness!

-Aprell Davie-

This law firm is the best in town! Very professional and quite helpful. They’re always available, responsive, and on top of every single step. Samah deals with every case diligently and efficiently. Highly recommend this firm. Seriously, no need to look around, they’re the best!

-Hanin Kamal-

Thorough and insightful estate planning assistance. This firm goes above and beyond to ensure that your assets are protected, and your wishes are clearly documented for future generations.

-Carlos Paz-

The Mirimar location one of the best Family law offices I have been to. They care about me receiving my rights for my kids and helping me establish a plan so I was able to move to another state and be happy. I appreciate them truly l.

-Ralph Wiley-

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