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Samah Taysser Abukhodeir
also known as Sam Abukhodeir
About Samah
Biography
Samah ("Sam") 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 at The Florida State University. Ms. Abukhodeir obtained her Juris Doctor from Florida International University College of Law, where she was on the Dean's List. While in law school, Ms. Abukhodeir worked as a Graduate Assistant to Law Professor Cyra Choudhury-recipient of the Santander & Institute for Global Law & Policy Doha Collaborative Research Grant from Harvard Law School- 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 practices in the areas of Estates, Trusts, Guardianships, Estate Planning, Elder Law, and Family Law. Ms.Abukhodeir is fluent in English and Arabic.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 12 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm
2600 Douglas Road, Suite 502, Coral Gables, FL, 33134
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Samah Taysser Abukhodeir's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Estate Planning (14)
Family (12)
Divorce & Separation (8)
Probate (6)
Lawsuits & Disputes (5)
Wills & Living Wills (5)
Trusts (4)
Child Custody (3)
Contracts & Agreements (2)
Adoption (1)
Business (1)
Criminal Defense (1)
Guardianship (1)
Litigation (1)
Marriage & Prenuptials (1)
Mediation (1)
Uncontested Divorce (1)
What Clients Mention
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Posted by Summer | March 16, 2019
Nurse Practitioner
One thing about Samah is that she is compassionate and cares for her clientele. I would highly recommend her for any and ALL of your legal needs. She works around the clock to get things done and answers all of your questions promptly! She's also very patient! She's awesomeeeeee!
Posted by Kyle | March 16, 2019 | Wills & Living Wills
Thank you Samah!
Samah was very patient with me throughout the process of writing my will. She answered every question I had and helped me understand. She went above and beyond, dedicating her time and extensive knowledge. I am grateful to Samah for making this process as smooth as possible. Without hesitation, I wou...
Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Tremendously caring
Samah is truly one of the most caring Attorneys I have ever come across. She helped me tremendously to resolve some issues I was having with my Husband. Instead of just treating me like another client filing for a Divorce, she actually helped me reconcile my marriage and we have been happy since then...
Posted by Muriel | March 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Knowledgeable & caring
Sam helped me get everything organized with my legal matter. She took the time to explain everything to me and now things are going according to plan. She’s a great resource and I know I can ask her for help with any legal matter in the future. She’s not an attorney for the present but for life.
Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Goes Above & Beyond
In addition to providing a clear explanation of the legal process and complexities associated with my case, Ms. Abukhodeir demonstrated professionalism and kindness - qualities that truly set her apart in her field. Her legal training, expertise, and unwavering confidence shine through during interac...
Samah Taysser Abukhodeir's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had the opportunity to work with Samah personally. She is professional, always has the best interest of her clients at heart and extremely knowledgeable, she knows a little bit of everything lol. For all my estate planning, probate and family law questions, she is my first option, always."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Samah Taysser Abukhodeir is an exceptional lawyer. She is very knowledgeable and gives it her all in each case. She has empathy for her clients and a passion for law that makes her very successful in her cases. Highly recommend her."
"It is always a pleasure to work with Sam's office. She is one of a kind and very knowledgeable in Guardianships. I am always happy referring her my clients because I know they are going to get the best representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Samah is incredibly smart, hard-working, and thorough. I would easily recommend others to her firm for probate and family law matters."
"I highly recommend Samah Abukhodier for anyone needing help with probate! Very knowledgeable and professional."
"If you're looking for an excellent probate attorney in Miami and surrounding area, you can't go wrong with Samah. She is highly-skilled, very knowledgeable and helpful."
"Contributions to the Avvo community are always well-received and demonstrate great proficiency in her practice. I would not hesitate to refer family or friends to Attorney Abukhodeir! I endorse this lawyer."
"Sam is my go-to colleague for all probate matters. We have also been opposing counsels on a family law matter. She is professional, responsive, and extremely knowledgeable in her practice areas."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Samah is an excellent attorney. She is professional, knowledgeable, and goes above and beyond for her clients. I endorse this attorney."
"Sam is an exceptional attorney. She represents her clients' interests zealously. She is also an invaluable resource to her colleagues. I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly recommend this lawyer. She is professional, efficient, and goes the extra mile to help her clients. She is a true problem solver. She will look for the best and even creative solutions to help solve your legal needs. I can rest easy when I sent a client her way, because I know she will take great care of them."
"Samah is an excellent lawyer who will leave her mark on the world. She cares about her clients, and works hard to get results that they desire and need. I highly recommend her to anyone that I know."
"Samah Taysser Abukhodeir is prompt, thorough, and dedicated to her clients. I would recommend her services to anyone looking for representation in a family law matter."
"Samah is an excellent attorney. She is very knowledgeable and cares about her clients. I highly recommend Sam in the areas of estate planning, probate, and guardianship."
"Samah is a knowledgeable and skilled attorney that focuses her counsel on what the client needs. From the routine to the complex, she is ready to take it on, lead you through the process, and get excellent results. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Samah is extremely knowledgeable and trust worthy. From speaking with her you will not only get a sense for just how much she actually knows about the subject at hand but also how much she truly cares about what she does. Without hesitation, I endorse Samah."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Ms. Abukhodier for several years. She is passionate about the practice of Probate. She is knowledgeable in the area of Probate and I would highly recommend her."
"Sam is an exceptional attorney. She represents her clients' interests zealously and is very knowledgable about the law. She is result driven, and will stop at nothing to achieve positive results for her clients. I completely endorse this attorney."
"Ms. Abukhodeir is a very hardworking and reliable attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Best Family Lawyers in Miami, Expertise
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Legal Elite Up & Comer, Florida Trend Magazine
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Managing Partner, The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm
2018 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Florida International University
2017 - 2017
Supervising Attorney in the Medical Legal Partnership Clinic, Florida International University College Of Law
2016 - 2018
Attorney, Vasquez De Lara Law Group
2014 - 2016
Attorney, Gina Nguyen, PA
2014 - 2014
Staff Attorney/Case Manager, 11th Judicial Circuit Court Of Miami Dade (Probate Division)
2013 - 2014
Attorney and Law Clerk, Golden & Cowan, PA
2011 - 2012
Judicial Law Clerk, 11th Judicial Circuit Of Florida (Criminal Division)
Associations
2018 - Present
Dade County Bar Association, Probate and Guardianship CommitteeVice Chair
2017 - Present
Florida Bar, Diversity & Inclusion CommitteeAppointed Committee Member
2016 - Present
Florida International University Law School Alumni AssociationBoard of Directors/ VP
2015 - Present
Florida Bar, Elder Law SectionMember
2015 - Present
Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
Florida Bar, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2018 - 2019
Dade County Bar AssociationDirector
Education
2013
Florida International University College of Law
JD
2010
Florida State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
American Bar Association Professional Success Summit
AMA: Perspectives from Millennial Lawyers
2016
RPPTL Eat and Educate
RPPTL Eat and Educate
2016
FIU College of Law (Guest Lecturer)
Elder Law-Surrogate Decision Making
2016
2016 Elder Law Symposium
Preparing for the Unknown: An Elder Law Attorney's Tool Kit
2014
RPPTL After Law School
RPPTL After Law School
Publications
2018
ActionLine
Probate And Trust Case Summaries
2017
Vasquez de Lara Law Group Blog
5 Steps You Need to Take in Order to Establish a Guardianship in Florida
2017
Vasquez de Lara Law Group Blog
5 Important Responsibilities of a Guardian
Languages
Arabic
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can you file a motion for concealment for a child that you didn’t get timeshare ?
23 Apr 2020
Q&A
How do I relinquish guardianship?
13 Mar 2019
Q&A
Can my brother in law sign over his half of a Cemetary Plot bought for him and my sister who was cremated and buried there?
13 Mar 2019