Amarilis Leon Dennis

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Amarilis Leon Dennis

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 25 years

Family Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

9100 S. Dadeland Boulevard, Suite 406, Miami, FL

About Amarilis

Biography

Whether to litigate or settle your case, Family Law experience matters. We protect your rights!

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

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Child Support 20%

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Divorce and Separation 20%

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Domestic Violence 20%

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Family 20%

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 24 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2002

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 25 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2000

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Dennis & Dennis, P.A.

9100 S. Dadeland Boulevard, Suite 406, Miami, FL, 33156

dennisfamilylaw.com/

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Amarilis Leon Dennis's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic and caring

Amy worked on our case for 1.5 years post divorce to enforce the original agreement and modify it towards a more fair resolution. We were able to reach and modify a much better and more equal parenting plan compared to the original plan as well as help enforce better communication. The first thing I ...can say about Amy is that she is very caring and understanding about the importance of coparenting with high conflict personalities. She is attentive and extremely responsive. Having experience with a previous firm I can also attest to the ethical nature of Amy and her office as I never felt over billed and she did her absolute best to have the most financially sound resolution. I would 100% recommend her with my most enthusiastic endorsement I can possibly make.

Posted by KF | July 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Simply the Best!

If you’re searching for a lawyer, you are lucky, you found one! I have only great things to say about Amy Dennis. She is a great lawyer and she has an amazing big heart! She was always there for me, every time that I was in need of her. There to listen and to guide me. She always took time to exp...lain things to me and to put me on the right direction, about the things that I needed to look at. She would give me very important advices, and every time I really felt that she was watching out for me and had my very best interest in mind. Her whole staff is super professional and kind. Lissett is beyond fantastic! Her responses to emails and phone calls were very quick. I can’t recommend her enough! She made the difference and was such an important element in supporting and navigating me, through one of the most difficult time of my life... She empowered me to make decisions and move forward. For all that, I am forever grateful!

Posted by Marielos | February 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Superb

From day one Amy and her firm treated more like family than a client. I was a mess (emotionally, financially and mentally), but Amy told me from day one I was going to be OK. She always kept me in the loop of what was going on and never made me feel like I just another case. Between Amy, her secretar...y and legal assistant, I felt supported, encouraged and at the end of this difficult process cheered on not only for the outcome in the divorce, but also for how along I was able to move in this situation. I came to them not knowing what to do and how to handle the many situations I encountered, but Amy made me feel like family and always validated my fears and concerns. If you are looking for a Family Attorney who is there for you, will answer your questions, and really knows your case inside-out don't hesitate in hiring Dennis & Dennis, PA as your Family Law Attorner

Posted by Scarlet Roa | January 27, 2015 | Child Custody

An Angel with Armor!

When you feel that you're the only case your lawyer is focused on, that's a very good sign! She really made me feel like there was nothing more important to her than fighting for me. From the moment I met Amy, I could feel the concern in her voice and her willingness to help me. When I was being b...ullied by the opposing counsel, I witnessed the worrior side of Amy! It's as if she was defendign a direct family memeber. Her work wasn't confined to an office or in a court room. She is a fierce detective and has excellent networking skills. It was so hard to believe that she had other cases aside from mine because she was so focused on me and the the well being of my son throughout the entire case. She was always available when I needed her, which was not always 8 to 5. To me, THAT IS HUGE! I felt comfortable asking any and all questions. I have never been in a court room before so just making the trip there was nerve wrecking. She never let me go alone. She was literally with me thru every step. Amy could tell when I was overwhelmed & would tell me interesting stories to take my mind off things. She was so professional throughout the entire process and wouldn't let me get verbally attacked by the opposing counsel. I felt like I was being defended by a family member. Amy pulled out all the stops in my case. She is has excellent communication skills. I never felt as if i was left in the dark. She explained every possible outcome & went over her plan in detail so that I was never caught off gaurd. I LOVE my lawyer & the entire staff. She is PROFESSIONAL, She is DEDICATED, Best of all, she is a WARRIOR!

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Amarilis Leon Dennis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Todd Wallen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy is an excellent attorney. I highly recommend her for family law matters."

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Seth Joseph

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Amy is a fantastic attorney and is dedicated to her clients."

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Rex Russo

Child custody lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Amy Dennis. Family law is an area of law where the term "counselor" is truly more applicable than "attorney". Clients are so emotionally involved that good attorneys must necessarily provide legal counsel in a caring an understanding manner. Ms. Dennis excels when it comes to gaining her client's trust. I have referred clients to her, and they have all been pleased."

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Brenda Stacey

Family lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joan Coulter

Family lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Schramm

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known Amy Dennis since her early years as a lawyer. I strongly endorse her work in complex family law disputes."

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Julie Hixson

Family lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Cammarata

Family lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Hein

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy is the ever-radiant, ready smile, and soft touch her clients need that permit her to advocate with velvet gloves that cover the stealy fist required in the domestic arena to firmly represent her clients' interests. The consummate professional, she brings to the table the experience and background needed for effective and results-oriented representation. I strongly recommend and endorse her for your domestic law needs."

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Samuel Hais

Family lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Susan Hais

Family lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elliott Goldberger

Family lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Greene

Family lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kieran Coyne

Family lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Dennis

Family lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Lambson

Family lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2020

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2017

10 Best Family Law Attorney, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2017

Top 10 Family Law Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

1998

National Criminal Procedure Appellate Advocacy, Ohio Northern University

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Shareholder, Dennis & Dennis, P.A.

2005 - 2013

(Partner since 2010), Hais Hais Goldberger & Coyne P.C.

2000 - 2005

Associate, Edwards Singer Schramm Watkins & Spoeneman

1998 - 1999

Clerk, U.S. Bankruptcy Court - Honorable Richard L. Speer

Associations

2014 - Present

First Family Law American Inn of Court

Member

2013 - Present

Florida Bar, Family Law Section

Member

2002 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2000 - Present

Missouri State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Short v. Short - 356 S.W.3d 235 (Mo.App. E.D. 2011)

As matter of first impression, liquidating distributions received by wife in connection with stock that was her separate property constituted her separate property, etc...

Nutt v. Grimes, 247 S.W.3d 576 (Mo.App. E.D. 2008)

Husband claims the court erred in its classification of certain property, as well as its award to wife of equity in certain property. Judgment affirmed in favor of Wife.

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Education

2000

Ohio Northern University

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Barry University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

Asset Protection Workshop

Premarital and Postnuptial Agreements

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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