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Joel H. Brown is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on ADR, Family Law, and Medical Malpractice. Joel has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Freidin Brown PA.
- Based in
- Miami, FLORIDA
- Experience
- over 55 years
- Known for
- ADR · Family Law · Medical Malpractice
- Handles ADR, Family Law, and Medical Malpractice matters from Miami, FLORIDA.
- Over 55 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
About Joel H. Brown: Joel H. Brown is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on ADR, Family Law, and Medical Malpractice. Joel has over 55 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Freidin Brown PA.
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Joel H. Brown represents clients in Miami, Florida across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
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About Joel H. Brown
Before joining the firm in 2013, Joel H. Brown was elected by his colleagues to serve as Chief Judge for the 11th Judicial Circuit of Florida in 2009. Joel was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1971 and had been practicing personal injury law as a civil trial lawyer prior to his appointment by former Governor Bob Martinez to the County Court in 1990. Following his appointment, Joel served as Associate Administrative Judge of the County Court, Criminal Traffic Division, and then served as Administrative Judge of the County Court, Criminal Division.
In 1994, he was appointed by former Governor Lawton Chiles to the Circuit Court of the 11th Judicial Circuit of Florida, and in that capacity, he served in several different divisions, including Administrative Judge of the Family Division (2001–2009). He later served as the Chair of the Chief Judges Judicial Administration Committee (2011–2012).
Joel is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer and a Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator. Board certification recognizes lawyers’ special knowledge, skills, and proficiency in various areas of law and professionalism, and ethics in practice.
As a native Floridian, Joel was born, raised, and spent his formative years in Miami Beach, Florida. He majored in accounting and graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He continued his education and graduated with his Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Florida Levin School of Law. Joel served his country as a member of the U.S. Army Reserves for six years, from 1969-1975.
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Education
University of Florida
— · 1970
University of Florida
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Florida, The Florida
1971 · ACTIVE
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Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 (2015)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Super Lawyers (2015 – 2024)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — AVVO rating of 10 – Superb!
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The First Family American Inns of Court - Judicial Leadership Award (2008)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Sabadell United Bank - Sabadell's Community Service Award (2011)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Spanish American League Against Discrimination - Diversity in the Judiciary Award (2011)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Cuban American Bar Association - Paver Award (2012 – Present)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Florida Jewish Legal Society - The Rodef Sholom Award (Pursuer of Peace) (2012)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Miami Beach High School Alumni Association Hall of Fame - Inductee (2012)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — South Florida Shomrim Society - Person of the Year Award (2012)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Dade County Bar Association - Award of Excellence (2013)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale Hubbell Directory – AV rating
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer (1989)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who's Who in American Law, 3rd Edition
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Super Lawyers Recognition- Personal Injury: Celebrating 5 Consecutive Years (2020)
2026
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What areas of law does Joel H. Brown practice?
Joel H. Brown focuses on ADR, Family Law, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury.
Where is Joel H. Brown located?
Joel H. Brown primarily serves clients in Miami, Florida, with an office at 3044 SW 28th Lane.
How experienced is Joel H. Brown?
Joel H. Brown has 55 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 1971.
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