Carolyn Whitney West

Carolyn Whitney West

also known as Carolyn W. West, Carolyn West

5.0
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 36 years

Family Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Appeals

2 S Biscayne Blvd # 34, Miami, FL

About Carolyn

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 95%

Complex and international cases, serving traditional and contemporary families in prenuptial agreements, parenting and paternity disputes, parental kidnapping, domestic violence, divorce and custody litigation, mediation and collaborative processes.

95%
Appeals 5%

Appellate practice is limited to appeals in family and family-related matters.

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 36 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1989

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Marks & West, P.A.

2 S Biscayne Blvd # 34, Miami, FL, 33131-1806

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Carolyn Whitney West's Reviews

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3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Clint | December 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family

Family Law across borders

I was very fortunate to be recommended to both Evan & Carolyn in April 2024 from another Australian family law expert dealing with a very difficult & challenging case relating to child matters and a child support agreement in Australia. Carolyn's professionalism & expertise in correctly understandin...g Florida's family Law and Florida statues allowed me to have full confidence in successfully challenging a trial court from a wrongful ruling on personal jurisdiction. Carolyn restored my confidence in the US legal system by successfully applying for & being granted a "Writ of Prohibition'. Carolyn's advice and knowledge of the law is second to none and I am truly grateful to have her act for me as my attorney. Carolyn gave me full confidence in her ability & provided excellent communication throughout. I can 100% recommend Carolyn and the entire firm to assist with anyone needing advice on all family law matters or anyone internationally who needs an expert attorney on all child matters. From my personal experience, other attorneys would learn a lot from Carolyn's expertise & professionalism. You will be in safe hands.

Posted by anonymous | May 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Intelligent, Thorough, Ethical and Kind

Carolyn was incredibly thorough in her review of my years-long case. I could tell how closely she paid attention by the details she brought up to me, or the questions she had for me after reading my extensive docket (hundreds of filings).. She wrote excellent briefs, made sound arguments, and wa...s a wonderful communicator throughout the process (very responsive, available, and frank). After years of legal torment, I am so relieved to have found someone as smart, ethical, and caring as Carolyn. My highest recommendations.

Posted by Meg | May 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Amazing lawyer!!!

Carolyn West is thoughful and extremely thorough. She was incredibly helpful at handling a very difficult custody case and kept me informed and involved at all times. Her intelligence is second to none and She is one of the most dedicated attorneys I have ever worked with! I HIGHLY recommend Carolyn... and would trust her with any type of case!!

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2024

AV Preeminent Rated 2005-2024, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Best Law Firms, US News and World Report

2023

Best Law Firms, US News & World Report

2022

Best Law Firms, US News & World Report

2021

Best Law Firms, US News & World Report

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Partner, Marks & West, PA

1994 - 1997

Partner, Kutner & West, PA

1989 - 1994

Associate, Maurice J. Kutner, PA

Associations

2015 - Present

Collaborative Family Law Institute

Member

1990 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Richard Dimosi Diasolwa v. Alexa Burneikis 3D2023-1230

Affirmed (successful outcome for client)

Richard Dimosi Diasolwa v. Alexa Burneikis 3D2021 -0899

Appeal Dismissed (successful outcome for client)

Herman and Hankin vs. Hankin 3D19-2222 & 3D19-2221

Affirmed (successful outcome for client)

The Padron Law Group PLLC and Esther Medina Hernandez v. Juan Diaz Valdenebro 3D19-2219

Affirmed (successful outcome for client)

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Education

1989

Florida State University

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Florida

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

2024

International Comparative Legal Guide - Seventh Edition Family Law USA - Florida - Co-Authored with Evan Marks

2023

International Comparative Legal Guide - Sixth Edition Family Law - USA - Florida

2023

Florida Bar Family Law Commentator Twenty Questions for Collaborative Law Professionals

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