Denise Martinez-Scanziani for Circuit Court Judge 2008
In Brief
- Born and raised in Miami
- Practicing for 8 years in the areas of family law, real estate, estate planning and civil litigation
- B.A. in Criminology, with High Honors, from the University of Florida
- J.D., with Honors, from the University of Florida College of Law
- Devoted hundreds of hours to various causes, community service and pro bono work - including "Put Something Back" through the Dade County Bar Association
- Former Staff Attorney for Legal Aid Services of Broward County
- Taught at Monsignor Edward Pace High School in the areas of History, Government and Writing Skills. Implemented a Legal Studies program to provide students the opportunity to study different areas of the law
- Member of Dade County Bar Association, Florida Association of Women Lawyers, Cuban American Bar Association, Miami-Dade Justice Association and Connect! Florida
- Loving wife and mother of 3 children
- Committed to excellence, integrity and her community
Candidate Statement
The decision to run for Circuit Court Judge is a natural progression in Denise's legal career. With a strong academic background, Denise is confident in her ability to know the law. More importantly though, she knows that interpreting and applying the law in a fair and knowledgeable manner is the only way to achieve integrity and excellence on the bench - and integrity and excellence for the community. Denise understands that a Circuit Court Judge must, above all, treat every individual with respect and graciousness, which is why she, with her strong interpersonal communication skills and dedication to the Miami-Dade community, makes an ideal candidate for this position.
