Before entering private practice, she served as a judge for over twenty-five years on the Miami-Dade County Court, including a term as Chief Judge. Her judicial career involved presiding over thousands of cases across civil, criminal, and domestic violence divisions. She has extensive experience handling complex commercial litigation, insurance disputes, and tort actions. Prior to her time on the bench, she practiced as a commercial litigator in the private sector.
A seasoned former jurist with deep roots in the South Florida legal community, offering expertise in high-volume civil litigation and complex insurance matters.
Served as the Chief Judge of the Miami-Dade County Court, overseeing one of the busiest trial courts in the United States.
She is recognized by legal professionals for her balanced temperament, thorough understanding of Florida law, and her ability to facilitate resolutions in highly contentious multi-party disputes.