Shirlyon Joyce McWhorter, Appellate Attorney in Miami Gardens, Florida

Shirlyon concentrates on appellate, criminal defense, immigration, insurance, and landlord/tenant. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shirlyon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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• Landlord/Tenant

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Shirlyon's primary office is at 640 NW 183rd St Ste 5, Miami Gardens, FL, 33169-4470. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Shirlyon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Shirlyon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Shirlyon for a appellate case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Shirlyon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Shirlyon offer a free consultation?

  Shirlyon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shirlyon's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Shirlyon's current terms during booking.

• How long do appellate cases in Florida typically take?

  Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Shirlyon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Shirlyon take my case if I'm outside Miami Gardens?

  Shirlyon is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Shirlyon will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Shirlyon?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Shirlyon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Shirlyon accepting new appellate clients right now?

  Shirlyon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.