Maritza Estevez-Pazos

Maritza Estevez-Pazos

also known as Maritza Pazos, Maritza Estevez

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Coral Gables, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Mediation, Uncontested Divorce

135 San Lorenzo Avenue, Suite 650, Coral Gables, FL

About Maritza

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Amicable Divorce and Cooperative Divorce

22 years

50%
Mediation 30%

Divorce and Family Mediator throughout the State of Florida conducting Virtual Mediations

30%
Uncontested Divorce 20%

Pre-filing uncontested cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 22 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2003

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Estevez-Pazos Law Firm, P.A.

135 San Lorenzo Avenue, Suite 650, Coral Gables, FL, 33146

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Maritza Estevez-Pazos's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

46 Client Reviews

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Posted by Melissa Medina | January 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Taking the Fear out of Divorce

I first consulted with Mrs. Estevez-Pazos after my husband of 8 years filed for divorce. I remember being very fearful of the outcome of my case and my future in general. Mrs. Estevez-Pazos patiently heard the details of my case and quickly dispelled my misconceptions. She detailed how the divorce... proceedings would unfold. She explained what my rights were and what I would be entitled to. She had a practical and sensible approach to the process. As the case progressed, she was very attentive to my emails and phone calls. She would break down each situation presented in my case, explaining the pros and cons, as well as the implications of actions and motions. My case was finalized in November of 2019 and I was extremely pleased with the outcome. While no one really “wins” a divorce proceeding, I certainly feel like I won with an attorney like Ms. Estevez-Pazos.

Posted by Yusimy | November 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Client

I hired Maritza Estevez-Pazos for a post divorce issue. She provided excellent service and paid attention to every detail. She and her staff operate the office in the utmost professional manner. She is highly experienced in the family law area and I will absolutely recommend her to other prospective ...clients. I am eternally grateful for the outcome of my case. Thank you Maritza!

Posted by Adriana | February 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing Family Attorney.

Divorce is a choice. Either your choice or your partner choice. Whoever decided to divorce, the first action you need to do is sit down and accept the fact. Then, you will do your job hiring your divorce attorney. After I accepted my husband choice, I did my research for an attorney. I'm not an expe...rienced divorcing woman. In fact, I never had the need to hire an attorney in my life before. I found Maritza Estevez-Pazos through the internet, and did my job screening her background and reading one single review in this site. I gave her a chance from what I read. And for my surprise, in our first meeting she exceeded my expectations. I knew from the very beginning she was the attorney I was looking for. (By the way I never told her that! Lol). My case is complex since there are immigration issues with a divorce and three American children. And I can say, that Maritza handled the entire process with an immaculate professionalism, she is extremely organized, she listens, she follows up her clients, she reads and answers emails, she calls. She uses all the mechanisms of communication with her clients. She answers questions. She explains the natures of her answers. She is simply an amazing attorney. She is not your counselor. She is your attorney and you need to trust in her experience as a professional of the law. If you are trapped emotionally in your situation, then find a counselor and let Maritza work for your benefits without giving her the responsibility to cope also with your emotions. That is what I did, and that is the result why Maritza did a brilliant job in my case. There is a lot good things to say about her, as a professional, as a mother, as a wife, as a daughter, as a daughter-in-law, as a sister-in-law, as a friend, as a human being. She deserves everything good because she works hard for that. She takes care about her clients. I'm a witness. I just simply want to say a big THANKS to Maritza. I know the planet is full of good attorneys but I must say I thanked God because I found her. I'm sure she deserves with you the same chance I gave her, to handle your choice or your partner choice...

Posted by anonymous | December 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A knowledgable and compassionate lawyer. Highly recommend.

Getting separated or divorced is never easy but Maritza made the process much more bearable. Not only was she very knowledgeable about family law, she was also compassionate and insightful. I also appreciated her professionalism and responsiveness to questions I had throughout the process.

Posted by Laura | November 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

I would highly recommend Maritza. I hired her for my divorce and she was there for me from begining to end. She is well organized, attentive and most importantly knows her stuff. She was able to close my case in a timely manner. In addition, she was well prepared for mediation in which the case was s...ettled there due to her high knowledge of divorce cases.

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Maritza Estevez-Pazos's Lawyer Endorsements

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Adelmis Naderpour

Family lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Maritza is a talented and dedicated lawyer who is well respected in the legal community. She is passionate about her work, cares about her clients, and practices law with the highest levels of civility and professionalism."

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Laura Smith

Family lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Estevez-Pazos is highly regarded in the legal community and works diligently to achieve the best results for her clients. She is compassionate, smart, conscientious and professional. I highly recommend Ms. Estevez-Pazos."

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Nicole Alvarez

Family lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Maritza is a smart, efficient, and professional lawyer who is a pleasure to work with and against on family law matters."

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Maria Santi

Family lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aileen Mesa

Family lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ms. Estevez-Pazos. She is a highly regarded attorney in the Family law community."

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Jacqueline Augusto

Family lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Maritza Estevez-Pazos since our law school days! She is always professional and extremely knowledgeable. Her demeanor and positive outlook are great attributes to have in her field of law. I highly endorse Maritza!"

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Barry Yablen

Family lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have been opposing counsel in family cases against Maritza as well as served as a mediator for Maritza. I have always found Maritza to be well prepared, very knowledgeable with the current law and a strong advocate for her clients."

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Laurence Schwartz

Family lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Maritza Estevez-Pazos is an excellent attorney with whom I have had the pleasure to work with and I recommend her without hesitation. I look forward to the next case we have together."

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Christine Sciarrino

Family lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for her dedication to professional excellence as a family law attorney in South Florida that embraces a collaborative law approach."

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Aliette Carolan

Family lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of working as co-counsel with Maritza. She is knowledgeable, organized, compassionate and a tough litigator. I would not hesitate to recommend Maritza."

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Astrid Bismarck

Child custody lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Emily Bradfute

Family lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Estevez-Pazos is a pleasure to work with and very professional. I endorse this lawyer."

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Chastity Perez

Family lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a dedicated, intelligent, responsible, and professional attorney."

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Julissa Hernandez

Family lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Ms. Estevez-Pazos. She is professional, knowledgeable and ethical."

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Laura Fabar

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She knows the law, has years of experience and she will fight for her clients."

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Nicole Alvarez

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Kathryn Hamilton

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Liliana Loebl

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Emily Bradfute

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Margarita Moore

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Owner, Estevez-Pazos Law Firm, P.A.

2011 - 2015

Partner, Padron & Estevez-Pazos, PL

2004 - 2011

Associate Attorney, The Padron Law Group

Associations

2017 - Present

Collaborative Family Law Institute

Member

2004 - Present

Florida Bar, Family Law Section

Member

2003 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2018 - 2019

KidSide, Inc.

President

2015 - 2015

Coral Gables Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2020

FIU President's Council

Member

2015 - 2016

Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce

Member

2014 - 2017

KidSide, Inc.

Board Member

2013 - 2016

Florida Bar, Grievance Committee

Member

Education

2003

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Florida International University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

CLE on Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance for Female Attorneys

Publications

2016

The Big Kaboom Newsletter The Truth About Alimony

Languages

English

Spanish

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