$ 150-550 per hour
About Irama
Biography
Navigating the complexities of estate planning, probate, and guardianship administration and litigation cases requires compassion and a keen eye for the details. As the founder of Irama Valdes, P.A., Ms. Valdes is dedicated to aiding people with their incapacitation and end of life planning. She serves clients in Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, as well as throughout Miami-Dade, Broward and Monroe counties. Ms. Valdes also accepts some family law cases and those involving mental health proceedings. She speaks English and Spanish.
Ms. Valdes was born and raised in Miami, Florida and is a native Spanish speaker. She received an Associate in Arts Degree with Honors from Miami Dade College in 2004 and a Bachelor of Science in Communication, Cum Laude, from Florida International University in 2007. Ms. Valdes attended St. Thomas University’s School of Law where she attained her Juris Doctor in 2010. Irama spearheaded the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (V.I.T.A.) Program helping low-income individuals and families receive free assistance with preparing and filing their income tax returns. Dedicating over 200 hours to the V.I.T.A. program, she received the Outstanding Public Service Award for her leadership and dedication in Pro Bono services to the community and continues to give back to the community by taking pro-bono cases from several associations below.
Ms. Valdes is actively involved in the legal community. She currently serves as Vice-Chair for the Probate and Guardianship Committee of the Dade County Bar association. She previously served as the treasurer for the Miami Lakes Bar Association, and is a member of the Cuban American Bar Association, the Dade County Bar Association, the Florida Association for Women Lawyers, Inc., the National Association of Professional Women and the South Miami Kendall Bar Association.
Considering each of her clients as members of her own family, Ms. Valdes strives to help them develop plans that are tailored to meet their needs and their wishes. She helps people create wills and trusts, establish powers of attorney, put living wills in place and designate guardians for themselves or their children. Beginning her career as an intern and then as an employee for the Miami-Dade County Probate Court’s chief judge, Ms. Valdes gained valuable knowledge of the processes and procedures related to probate administration, guardianship, and litigation matters related to both areas. She draws on this experience to help her expeditiously and efficiently achieve resolutions to her clients’ legal issues.
Irama has a passion for helping her clients through difficult times. Contact her today for a comprehensive consultation.
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Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 15 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2010
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Irama Valdes, P.A.
13335 SW 124th St, Suite 209, Miami, FL, 33186
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Irama Valdes's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 31 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Virginia | August 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The best attorney in her field. Period.
Irama Valdes is simply the best in her field. I would highly recommend her and her team. They are professional, knowledgable, reputable and super responsive. They have managed the Guardianship with my mother for about five years and their consistency has never waivered. I highly recommend!
Posted by Yordanka | April 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing law firm
We had a wonderful experience with this law office while taking care of a life estate deed. Stephany was incredibly kind, patient, and guided us through each step with great care. Attorney Irama Valdés and her team handled everything with professionalism and warmth, making the whole process smooth an...
Posted by Andrea | April 3, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
I had a great experience with the Irama Valdes team. They were very professional, and their excellent advice kept me from spending a lot of money unnecessarily. They truly care about their customers. I've recommended them to friends and family.
Posted by Natalie | March 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great professional service
I recently worked with Irama Valdes P.A. for probate services, and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. From start to finish, they were professional, knowledgeable, and supportive, making a complex and often emotional process much easier to navigate. The probate process can be overwhe...
Irama Valdes
Replied last April 1, 2025Thank you so much for your feedback, Natalie. We are so grateful to have you as a client and to have been there every step of the VERY long way. Hugs!
Posted by Josephine | June 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Attorney
Ms. Valdes and her team of associates handled the Estate of my Cousin with much care and dedication. All matters regarding same were professionally taken care of as to the ins and outs of the legal system. From beginning to end, we were always notified and updated throughout the whole process. We are...
Irama Valdes's Lawyer Endorsements
"Irama is a highly knowledgeable and capable attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"Irama is an attorney with heart. She is incredibly knowledgeable, informed, and responsive. She is my go-to person for all matters probate, and every referral always calls back with glowing remarks. I look forward to continuing to send her my trusted clients as I know they are in great hands."
"Irama is a fantastic attorney with wonderful communication skills. She knows how to get the job done in timely, efficient, and cost effective manner while being ever so conscious of her client's loss and the grieving process. I have no hesitation in recommending her to my clients."
"Irama is very knowledgeable in the fields of probate, guardianships, and estate planning. She vigorously represents her clients' interests and is always willing to assist her peers. She is a fantastic attorney, and I would definitely recommend her."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Ms. Valdes for several years now. She is professional, knowledgeable and passionate about the practice of probate. We have discussed several probate matters in the past and I have always trusted her option and advice."
"I highly recommend Ms. Valdes to anyone seeking a professional and knowledge probate and estate planning attorney. I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer!"
"Irama is a wonderful person which makes her a better attorney for her clients. She is gracious with her time and is passionate about her clients and her practice. I highly recommend her."
"Irama is passionate about her work and compassionate with her clients. I never hesitate to refer a client or friend to her because I know they will be treated with respect, dignity, and will receive accurate legal advice. I fully wholeheartedly her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Irama is an exceptional probate attorney. She is well respected among her peers and has maintained a reputation for excellence."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Irama answers questions on AVVO with skill and ease and i would be very comfortable referring her a case should the need ever arise."
"I endorse this lawyer. Irama was extremely knowledgeable and responsive; a pleasure to deal with and always professional. I have no hesitancy in recommending her if you are someone that needs to open a probate or litigate a probate matter."
"Irama is a caring and knowledgeable attorney. She is dedicated to her clients and advocates for their wellbeing."
"Irama is a wonderful attorney who is well respected in the probate community. She has the experience necessary to counsel her clients in their time of need. Irama has a great demeanor and is always attentive to her clients."
"Irama Valdes is a very energetic and driven attorney. She genuinely cares about her clients and treats them with the utmost respect. Her personal experiences fuel the passion that drives her legal career. She cares about the elderly and wants to provide a guiding hand in what is a very complicated and often, scary process of estate planning and guardianship. I have also known Irama for over a decade when we attended high school together. She has always been an outstanding person. I endorse her as an attorney."
"I have known Irama for years. Since high school in fact. Irama is a very capable and professional attorney and I fully recommend her services!"
"Ms. Valdes is an excellent, detail-oriented attorney. I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Valdes on a probate matter and know the attention she places on her cases and, more importantly, to her clients. Ms. Valdes has a thorough understanding of this area of law and is a wonderful attorney to serve Florida's legal community."
"Irama is an amazing and effective lawyer who takes great pride in representing her clients. I endorse her."
"Ms. Valdes is a very professional and experienced attorney. I highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2025
Circle of Excellence - Probate & Guardianship, Miami Dade Bar
2024
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2024
Outstanding Service, Miami Dade Bar
2024
Silver, Miami Dade's bets, Estate Law
2023
Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2023
Gold, Miami Dade's Best, Estate Law
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Outstanding Public Service, Dade County Bar Association
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
200+ Pro Bono Hours, St. Thomas University School of Law
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Managing Partner, Irama Valdes, P.A.
2016 - Present
Vice-Chair, Probate & Guardianship Committee of the Dade County Bar Association
2011 - 2016
Associate, Luis E. Barreto & Associates, P.A.
2011 - 2011
Case Manager, 11th Judicial Circuit Court Of Miami Dade
2010 - 2010
Summer Associate, Law Offices of Roberto Villasante
2010 - 2010
Legal Intern, 11th Judicial Circuit Court Of Miami Dade
2008 - 2010
President / Site Coordinator, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
2006 - 2006
Legal Secretary, Goldstein and Sordo, P.A.
2005 - 2014
Staff Writer, Miami Living Magazine
Associations
2025 - Present
Ladies LedgerBoard Member
2025 - Present
Provisors, Estate & Succession Planning Affinity GroupGroup Leader
2025 - Present
Guardianship Program of Miami DadeBoard Member
2024 - Present
ProvisorsExecutive Committee
2017 - Present
Southern District CourtMember
2016 - Present
South Miami-Kendall Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
BNI Miami DadeVice President Dadeland Chapter
2016 - Present
Dade County Bar Association, Probate and Guardianship CommitteeVice Chair
2016 - Present
Dade County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Miami Lakes Bar AssociationTreasurer
2012 - Present
Florida Association for Women Lawyers (Miami-Dade County chapter)Member
2010 - Present
Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
Florida BarMember
2010 - Present
Caring About The StraysVolunteer
2010 - Present
Cuban American Bar AssociationMember
2025 - 2026
Business Networking InternationalSecretary/Treasurer
2022 - 2024
Business Networking InternationalLeadership Team
2020 - 2021
Business Networking InternationalPresident
2020 - 2022
National Associations of Divorce ProfessionalsMember
2019 - 2020
Florida State Guardianship AssociationBoard Member
2019 - 2020
Business Networking InternationalSecretary/Treasurer
2017 - 2019
South Miami-Kendall Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2019
Business Networking InternationalVice President
2016 - 2018
National Association of Professional WomenMember
2014 - 2016
Miami Lakes Bar AssociationDirector
2013 - 2016
Miami Lakes Bar AssociationBoard Member
2010 - 2016
Florida Association of Women LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Estate Planning - Foreign National
Prepared Last Will and Testament for a foreign national in order to properly devise her interest in a U.S. Property. Successful execution of client's Last Will & Testament.
Probate Administration
Obtained expeditious appointment of Personal Representative and Order Authorizing Sale of Real Property within three weeks of opening probate matter.
Probate Litigation
Successfully defended Personal Representative against beneficiary's accusations of misappropriate of rental income from estate assets. Prepared accounting of rental income and obtained dismissal of beneficiary's claims against Personal Representative.
Guardianship Litigation
Successfully defended Co-Guardian against allegations by other Co-Guardian of fraud and theft. Obtained sole guardianship for my client of her mother and obtained an Court order requiring removed Co-Guardian to account for misappropriated funds.
Education
2010
St. Thomas University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
2007
Florida International University
BS - Bachelor of Science
2004
Miami Dade Community College
Associate in Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Dade County Courthouse; Probate Division
Probate: Summary Administration
2014
Dade County Courthouse, Probate Division
Probate: Distribution and Discharge
2012
Dade County Courthouse; Probate Division
Probate: Summary Administraion
2012
Dade County Courthouse; Probate Division
Probate: Distribution and Discharge
Publications
2025
ProbateLawMiami.com/Blog
The Estate Planning Journey
2025
ProbateLawMiami.com/Blog
What is a Letter of Intent? (And Why You Might Want One in Your Estate Plan)
2025
ProbateLawMiami.com/Blog
I Signed My Trust… Now What?
2025
ProbateLawMiami.com/Blog
Business Owners… Are you making these mistakes?
2025
ProbateLawMiami.com/Blog
Guardianship or Power of Attorney: Which One Do You Really Need?
2025
ProbateLawMiami.com/Blog
What To Do Immediately After Closing On a New Home
2025
ProbateLawMiami.com
When Minors Get Money: Do You Really Need a Guardianship?
2025
ProbateLawMiami.com/Blog
Suicide Prevention & Workplace Safety… What do they have in common?
2025
ProbateLawMiami.com/Blog
Getting Your Digital Ducks in a Row
2016
ProbateLawMiami.com/Blog
Estate Planning for Singles
2016
ProbateLawMiami.com/Blog
Make Sure He Sees the Glaciers!
2016
ProbateLawMiami.com/Blog
Estate Planning for Elderly
2016
ProbateLawMiami.com/Blog
Preneed Guardian for Children
2016
ProbateLawMiami.com/Blog
Living Wills and Last Wills Are Not The Same
Languages
English
Spanish
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