About May L. Cain

May Cain is a highly accomplished family law attorney, and former Miami-Dade County Judge, appointed to the bench in 1990. She now focusess her practice on complex family law matters—including dissolution of marriage, domestic violence, child custody, support, paternity, pre and post nuptial agreements, and appeals.—She is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator. An educator for many years, she served as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Barry University, where she created and taught its Family Law course. She also has lectured for continuing legal education programs. May Cain is a respected leader in her field, and currently serves at President of the Miami-Dade FAWL Foundation (Florida Association for Women Lawyers). She is a Past President of the Florida Association for Women Lawyers, Miami-Dade Chapter, and has served on numerous Florida Bar committees. She currently serves on the Florida Bar Journal Editorial Board, and is a past Chairperson of that Committee. Recognized as a mentor, she has made significant contributions to the legal profession and bar publications including being a guest editor of Special Additions of the Florida Bar Journal on Appellate Practice and Ethics. May earned her J.D. from DePaul University College of Law and her B.A. from Northwestern University. She attended the University of Miami School of Law as a Visiting Student, as well. She is an AV Preeminent rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, recognized as a Super Lawyer, and as one of South Florida’s leading family law, appellate, and litigation attorneys.

 

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Divorce
Posted by anonymous
March 06, 2025
Hired Attorney May L. Cain

May was an exceptional attorney throughout my divorce process. She provided clear, strategic guidance every step of the way, ensuring I fully understood my options and felt supported throughout. Her expertise, responsiveness, and ability to navigate complex issues made a difficult situation far more manageable. I truly appreciate her professionalism and dedication--she made all the difference in getting this resolved efficiently and fairly. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of a knowledgeable and compassionate family law attorney.

 
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Posted by anonymous
January 31, 2025
Hired Attorney May L. Cain

Going through a marriage dissolution process is stressful to say the least. May was incredibly attentive, patient, and supportive throughout my divorce process. She alway kept the process transparent on a timely manner and always took the time to clarify every step, ensuring I understood my options and felt confident in my decisions. Her professionalism and guidance made a difficult situation much more manageable. I truly appreciate May's dedication and highly recommend her professional guidance to anyone in need of a compassionate, experienced and very knowledgeable family law attorney.

 
Divorce
Posted by Emily
April 19, 2024
Hired Attorney May L. Cain

May Cain is a person with compassion and true feelings of humanity. She went above and beyond to help me in many ways. She never gave up on me and it was not about the dollar amount but about how she could help me. I have never met an attorney like her and hope to recommend her endlessly. May Cain went above and beyond. Thank you May. Emily Ceshker

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
May 10, 2023
Hired Attorney May L. Cain

May made a difficult process easier. She is compassionate and very knowledgeable in the area of family law. I highly recommend her.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 18, 2021
Hired Attorney May L. Cain

I had the good fortune to be represented by May L. Cain throughout my exceptionally complicated international divorce proceedings, which lasted for years. The case was resolved only because of Attorney Cain's ingenuity, diplomacy, and persistence through the bitter end. She went above and beyond to advocate for me, and to achieve justice in my case, against the odds. I remain astonished at what Attorney Cain managed to accomplish for me during a terrible time in my life. Not only did she win financial compensation and legal protections for me and my child, but also she made me feel seen, heard, and validated. Her advocacy enabled me to move on both materially and emotionally. If you need a lawyer to fight for you, then you would do well to have May L. Cain in your corner. She is a force to be reckoned with, an expert on the law, and a true professional who is very well respected in the field. I wholeheartedly recommend May L. Cain as legal counsel. Frankly, she is THE BEST.

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
October 05, 2018
Hired Attorney May L. Cain

May helped me during a time where my world was turned upside down. I am a victim of domestic violence who felt extremely ashamed of the life I lived for the past 18 years. I felt hopeless, alone and scared for the change that was going to affect my life and my children. May was able to guide, advise, protect and reassure me when I needed it most. Having such a powerhouse on my side made me feel confident, strong and capable (something I had not felt in a very long time). I feel blessed.Thank u

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
September 19, 2018
Hired Attorney May L. Cain

Legal cases can be exhausting, emotional, and costly. May’s knowledge of criminal law and prior experience in the field played a big role in my case. Because of this she was able to navigate through issues with ease. As a victim of domestic violence, at times I was fearful of standing up for myself. May made me feel safe and reminded me of my courage. I will be forever grateful for her strength, poise, and expertise.

 
Divorce
Posted by anonymous
February 08, 2018
Hired Attorney May L. Cain

I had the good fortune of working with Ms. Cain to resolve a very tense divorce negotiation. Her competency with respect to Florida Law is unparalleled, having been a judge herself. Her advice and guidance were an invaluable asset to me, and she handled the situation swiftly and with the utmost patience and professionalism without unnecessary litigation. I would trust Ms. Cain with any legal consultations and would gladly work wth her again if the need arises. She has my full confidence.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
December 09, 2015
Hired Attorney May L. Cain

May Cain is an amazing attorney that since the start has answered all my questions very clearly, complete and demonstrates a great knowledge in the case and in the
best direction to go moving forward. I thank her for her knowledge in the filed during a very difficult time in my life I have and will continue to recommend her
to anyone in need of an attorney..

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
June 03, 2010
Hired Attorney May L. Cain

May Cain is amazing!! I was going bankrupt with an incompetent attorney that was allowing opposing counsel to continue frivolous and vexatious litigation ($150K) for the last 3 years. May was recommended to me. She met with me, asked for a flat retainer and got to work. In 4 months, she was able to negotiate a new parenting plan and close out the case to my complete and utter satisfaction. May Cain has brought peace of mind back into my life and is a true credit to the legal profession.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Family Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Appellate Practice

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  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1980, Florida
    1980, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
    1981, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
    1981, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
    1986, U.S. Supreme Court
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    DePaul University School of Law
    Class of 1980
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Northwestern University
    Class of 1977
    B.A.
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Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    May L. Cain was admitted in 1980 to the State of Florida.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    May L. Cain is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida and United States Supreme Court.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, May L. Cain has a 5.0 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Client Review rated?
    Yes, May L. Cain has a 5.0 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    May L. Cain attended DePaul University School of Law.