# Miami-Dade Eviction Attorney | Eviction Lawyer Miami-Dade County | FLA Evictions **Landlord-side eviction attorneys in Miami-Dade County. Flat fee. Residential and commercial. All cities and municipalities.** - Phone (Miami-Dade): (305) 401-0424 - Phone (Primary): (954) 625-9124 - Email: info@flaevictions.com - Web: https://flaevictions.com/miami-dade-eviction-attorney --- ## Miami-Dade County Eviction Law FLA Evictions is a landlord-only eviction law firm with primary coverage in Miami-Dade County, Florida. We handle residential evictions, commercial evictions, unlawful detainer actions, and all related landlord-tenant matters in the Eleventh Judicial Circuit. Miami-Dade County is the largest county in Florida by population. It encompasses over 30 municipalities including Miami, Hialeah, Coral Gables, Doral, North Miami, Homestead, and Miami Beach. Each municipality sits within the jurisdiction of Miami-Dade County Court, which handles all residential eviction filings under Florida's summary eviction procedure. For city-specific information, see our dedicated [eviction attorney Hialeah](https://flaevictions.com/eviction-attorney-hialeah) and [eviction attorney Homestead](https://flaevictions.com/eviction-attorney-homestead) pages. We are a flat fee firm. We do not bill by the hour. --- ## Why Miami-Dade Evictions Are Different Miami-Dade has several characteristics that affect eviction practice: **High tenant density.** Miami-Dade has one of the highest renter-to-owner ratios in Florida. Demand for competent landlord-side eviction representation is high and the stakes of a procedural error are significant. **Multilingual tenant population.** Miami-Dade has a large Spanish-speaking tenant population. Our firm offers Spanish-language service. The 3-Day Notice and other required notices can be served in the language appropriate for the tenant. **Court volume.** Miami-Dade County Court handles a high volume of eviction filings. Proper preparation and correct filing procedures are essential to avoid delays caused by clerk rejections or judicial dismissals. **Defense attorneys.** Miami-Dade has an active tenant defense bar. Cases filed with procedural errors are frequently challenged by experienced defense counsel. Notice defects, improper service, and incorrect ledger calculations are common attack points. --- ## Eviction Services in Miami-Dade County ### Residential Eviction We handle all types of residential eviction in Miami-Dade County including: - Nonpayment of rent (3-Day Notice and complaint) - Holdover tenancy (after lease expiration) - Material noncompliance with lease terms (7-Day Notice) - Repeated violations after prior notice (repeated violation eviction) - Unauthorized occupants Every case begins with review of the lease, the ledger, the notice history, and the complaint allegations before anything is filed. ### Commercial Eviction Commercial evictions in Miami-Dade are governed by the terms of the lease and Florida contract law. Chapter 83 of the Florida Statutes does not apply to commercial tenancies. We review the lease before advising on notice requirements, cure periods, and filing strategy. We handle commercial evictions for nonpayment, holdover, unauthorized use, unauthorized subletting, and lease violations throughout Miami-Dade County. ### Unlawful Detainer When there is no landlord-tenant relationship, we file an unlawful detainer action under Florida Statute 82. This covers squatters, persons entering the property without a lease, family occupants, and persons whose prior lease has been voided. These cases do not require a notice period in the same way as residential tenancy evictions. --- ## Eviction Process in Miami-Dade County Court **Notice:** The legally required written notice is served on the tenant. For nonpayment, the 3-Day Notice must state the exact amount owed and allow three business days (excluding weekends and legal holidays) for payment or vacatur. **Complaint:** After the notice period expires without compliance, the eviction complaint and summons are filed in Miami-Dade County Court at the Eleventh Judicial Circuit. Filing fees are paid at the time of filing. **Service:** The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office or a certified process server serves the summons and complaint on the tenant. The tenant has five business days from the date of service to file a written response. **Default or Hearing:** If the tenant does not respond within five business days, a motion for default judgment is filed. If the tenant responds, the court schedules a hearing. In residential cases, the tenant must deposit the rent claimed in the complaint into the court registry or risk having their defenses struck under Florida Statute 83.60. **Judgment and Writ:** After a judgment for possession is entered, the clerk issues a Writ of Possession. The Miami-Dade Sheriff posts the writ on the property. The tenant has 24 hours to vacate. If the tenant remains after 24 hours, the sheriff physically removes the occupants. --- ## Miami-Dade County Coverage We handle evictions in every city, municipality, and unincorporated area of Miami-Dade County. Cities and communities include: Miami, Hialeah, Coral Gables, Doral, Kendall, Homestead, Florida City, Cutler Bay, Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest, South Miami, Coconut Grove, Brickell, Downtown Miami, Little Havana, Little Haiti, Wynwood, Edgewater, Midtown, North Miami, North Miami Beach, El Portal, Miami Shores, Biscayne Park, Miami Gardens, Opa-locka, Miami Lakes, Medley, Virginia Gardens, West Miami, Sweetwater, Hialeah Gardens, Aventura, Bal Harbour, Bay Harbor Islands, Surfside, Sunny Isles Beach, North Bay Village, Key Biscayne, Golden Beach, Miami Beach, South Beach --- ## Frequently Asked Questions: Miami-Dade Eviction **What court handles evictions in Miami-Dade?** Residential and commercial evictions in Miami-Dade County are filed in Miami-Dade County Court, which is part of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida. The main filing location is the Richard E. Gerstein Justice Building at 1351 NW 12th Street, Miami, Florida 33125. Some matters may be heard at branch courthouses depending on the property location. **How long does it take to evict a tenant in Miami-Dade?** An uncontested eviction in Miami-Dade County typically takes three to five weeks from filing the complaint to execution of the Writ of Possession by the Miami-Dade Sheriff. Contested cases, tenant motions, and procedural defects will extend the timeline. The 3-Day Notice preparation and service is the most important step to avoid early delays. **What is the court filing fee for a Miami-Dade eviction?** Filing fees for eviction cases in Miami-Dade County Court vary depending on whether the case involves both possession and money damages or possession only, and the number of defendants. Contact our office for a current estimate including filing fees and service costs. **Can I evict a Section 8 tenant?** Yes. Section 8 tenants can be evicted for nonpayment of their portion of the rent, for lease violations, and for holdover after the lease expires. The same Florida eviction procedures apply. However, the HUD Housing Assistance Payment contract has additional provisions that must be reviewed before proceeding. We recommend a consultation before filing a Section 8 eviction. **What if my tenant files for bankruptcy during the eviction?** A bankruptcy filing by the tenant creates an automatic stay that can temporarily pause the eviction case. The effect of the stay depends on whether the eviction is based on nonpayment (the stay may be lifted) or other grounds, and whether the tenant files a certification claiming the right to a 30-day cure period. This is a complex area. Contact us immediately if your tenant files for bankruptcy during an active eviction case. --- ## Start Your Miami-Dade Eviction Submit the intake form at flaevictions.com/eviction-information-form or call us directly. **Miami-Dade:** (305) 401-0424 **Primary / Broward:** (954) 625-9124 **Email:** info@flaevictions.com FLA Evictions represents landlords and property owners only.