About Family Life Law

Serving Miami-Dade county for decades

You deserve an attorney who listens before they advise.

Our Commitment to Your Success

These matters—your estate, your home, your family—aren’t just legal issues. They’re the things that matter most. Martha and Brett have spent decades in Florida courts helping families navigate exactly what you’re facing, and they built this firm around one simple idea: the right plan starts with truly understanding your situation.

Martha Mendez

Managing Partner

Martha is an experienced attorney with ten years of practice, known for her dedication to guiding clients through life’s most important legal transitions. She began her career as a secretary working alongside Brett (her current law partner), gradually advancing into a paralegal role before earning her Juris Doctor. That hands-on foundation shaped the practical, client-focused approach she brings to her work today.

Martha concentrates her practice in elder law and estate planning, helping individuals and families protect their assets and prepare for the future with confidence. She also handles real estate matters, assisting buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants with a wide range of issues. In addition, Martha has successfully represented clients in family law, including divorce, custody, support, and property division.

Martha holds an undergraduate degree from Florida International University and earned her law degree, graduating cum laude, from St. Thomas University School of Law.

Outside the office, Martha enjoys boating, kayaking, and traveling. She is happily married and the mother of three children, who remain her greatest motivation and inspiration.

Brett Feinstein

Senior Partner

Brett obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia and his law degree from Emory University School of Law. Now entering into his 34th year in practice, Brett has developed a niche practice in serving as outside General Counsel for a myriad of corporations and individuals, handling all of their day-to-day transactional, litigation, and family law litigation needs. His practice areas include civil litigation and transaction, condominium association and third-party purchasing matters, federal and state court litigation, gasoline service station litigation and transaction, appeals, and business transaction litigation.

Personally, Brett has served as the President of the Douglas Gardens Mental Health Center Board of Directors and remains on the Board; has co-chaired the Tropical Nights annual fundraising gala for UM/NSU CARD; and was named pro bono Guardian ad Litem of the year.

Brett is married and has three children, is an avid swimmer and tennis player, and works 24 hours a day.

Meet Our Team!

What Our Clients Say

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   Anthony Calore 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Julio Morales was excellent. Him and his team were swift and extremely helpful. 1 month probate with a very justified rate.
  
 
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   Rachel Cunningham 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Julio recently supported me through the probate process after the death of my parents. We had one account that was not included in their trust (work was done by another attorney at another office unrelated to Family Life Law). Julio stands out as a top notch attorney because of his incredible responsiveness and follow through. Chase Bank did not want to disburse funds, even with a judge's order signed, but Julio persisted and supported me, going well above and beyond the scope I expected. I have recommended Julio to several friends/family already and have told other attorneys I know how incredible he is! I plan to work with Julio to now create my own trust and go through the process! I highly recommend Julio.
  
 
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   Nayletay Perez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tuve una gran experiencia con este bufete de abogados, estoy muy contenta con su trabajo, el proceso fue rapido, agradecida con Elvis por su atencion, muy profesional, te explica todo muy bien aclarando todas las dudas, sinceramente los recomiendo mucho. Es un bufete muy profecional y todos son muy atentos . Gracias...
  
 
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   Abel Santiago Guerrero 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was a very trying event, life changing. My main concern was making sure my son was in safe place, healthy, and happy. The Family Law Firm's entire staff made sure that was always the case and they included this father's well-being also. Stressful times made as easy as possible. Somehow they found a way to make me look a that big picture and not just the immediate resolution. Although, those moments if immediate solution were taken care of also. The communication was exceptional, Mr. Brett listened, and when he needed to let me know to calm down and stop talking so much because it could be costly, he found humorous ways to let me know. We all know these matters are costly, but no money can replace keeping a family from resolving such issues than with civility and as amicable as possible. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to the entire F&M "A Law Firm" staff. Be Blessed Always, Mr. Brett, Ms. Sarah, Ms. Capote, and Ms. Priscilla. Take good care.
  
 
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   FUJI 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Elvis Acosta was great, he helped us out with everything we needed in terms of our estate planning. He was very thorough and explained everything and was patient. He made great recommendations and we're very happy with our service and Martha Mendez Esq. All of the personnel were friendly!
  
 
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   Yonel Enriquez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The team and Feinstein & Mendez was spectacular to work with.  Brett took real care of me, was diligent, was transparent, and really made me feel comfortable in the process.  I appreciated his candor and most of all how he made sure I felt comfortable with the approach.  Sometimes its not what you say to people its how you make them feel, and Brett made me feel good and protected as he represented me.  Thank you again Brett for everything and if you need a team of Attorneys to help and take care of you, who will have your back, and who will make sure you are well represented, Give Feinstein & Mendez a call, you won't regret it.
  
 
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   Lydia Lopez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was very satisfied with the help provided by Julio Morales. I worked with him on a probate case and everything was done over the phone. The probate process was quick and efficiently completed.
  
 
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   Mario Gonzalez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a great experience in my consultation with Martha Mendez.  She took her time and explained about lady bird deed.
  
 
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   Rosemary Cohn 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful experience setting up our estate plan! We couldn't be happier with the service we received at Feinstein & Mendez, P.A. Creating an estate plan can feel overwhelming, but Attorney Martha Méndez and her assistant Elvis Acosta made the entire process smooth and stress-free from day one. Ms. Méndez took the time to walk us through every single detail of our trust with so much patience and clarity. We never felt rushed, and she answered all of our questions thoroughly. Elvis was fantastic as well, super responsive, organized, and on top of every detail, making sure we received all of our digital and physical documents promptly. It is such a relief to know that our family’s future is properly protected. If you need estate planning services, we highly recommend this firm. They are professional, transparent, and a true pleasure to work with. — Mario & Rosemary Cohn Excelencia, claridad y profesionalismo absoluto Queremos expresar nuestro más sincero agradecimiento a todo el equipo de Feinstein & Mendez, P.A., y de manera muy especial a la Abogada Martha Méndez y a su asistente Elvis Acosta, por el extraordinario servicio brindado en la elaboración de nuestro plan patrimonial (Estate Planning). Desde nuestra primera consulta hasta la entrega final de los documentos originales y digitales, el proceso fue impecable. La abogada Méndez demostró un conocimiento técnico profundo, explicándonos cada detalle de nuestro Fideicomiso y los instrumentos legales con absoluta claridad y paciencia. Por su parte, Elvis Acosta se destacó por su eficiencia, pronta comunicación y atención al detalle en cada paso del trámite. Nos sentimos completamente tranquilos y respaldados al saber que nuestro patrimonio y el futuro de nuestra familia están protegidos por verdaderos profesionales. Recomendamos a Feinstein & Mendez, P.A. sin reserva alguna a cualquiera que busque un servicio legal transparente, riguroso y de primer nivel. — Mario y Rosemary Cohn

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