About Joni
Joni Armstrong Coffey: Board Certified City, County and Local Government Law Attorney in Miami
Joni Armstrong Coffey is a renowned attorney with extensive experience in local government law, particularly specializing in land use law. Her expertise has been invaluable to her clients as she helps them navigate the complexities of governmental approval processes and litigation where appropriate.
Introduction
- Miami, Florida, United States
- Past Chair of The Florida Bar’s Board of Legal Specialization and Education and a former chair of its City, County and Local Government Law Section
- Certified as a Board Certified in City, County and Local Government Law by the Florida Bar
- Adjunct professor at Florida International University Law School and St. Thomas University Law School
- Awarded for her significant contributions to public law service over many years.
Practice Areas
- Local Government Law
- Litigation
- Land Use Law
- City, County and Local Government Law
Affiliations
- Broward County Attorney’s Office: Most recently served as a County Attorney for Broward County. Prior to this role, she was an Assistant County Attorney in Miami-Dade County and headed the Zoning, Land Use and Environment Section.
- Miami-Dade County: Headed its Zoning, Land Use and Environment Section
- The Florida Bar: Past Chair of The Florida Bar’s Board of Legal Specialization and Education; former chair of its City, County and Local Government Law Section.
- Firms:
- Akerman LLP
- Education & Credentials:
- Adjunct Professor at Florida International University Law School and St. Thomas University Law School
- B.S., University of Florida, 2013
- L.M.J., 2014 (Law Degree)
- Certified as a Board Certified in City, County and Local Government Law by the Florida Bar
- Awards: Recognized as an expert in Real Estate Law since 2024.
Recognized Since: 2024 (Real Estate Law)
Joni Armstrong Coffey brings a unique perspective and unparalleled expertise to her clients, leveraging her extensive experience in local government law. Whether navigating the complexities of land use approvals or advocating for optimal results from litigation processes, Joni's deep understanding of these systems ensures that her clients receive the best possible outcomes.
Professional Philosophy
In her role as a local government attorney, Joni believes in empowering her clients to achieve their goals through strategic and empathetic legal advice. Her approach is holistic, ensuring that she not only provides sound legal counsel but also considers the broader implications of each decision.
Joni's dedication to public service is evident through her board memberships and leadership positions within The Florida Bar. She continues to contribute significantly to the field of local government law by mentoring future generations of attorneys and sharing her knowledge through her teaching at both Florida International University Law School and St. Thomas University Law School.
With a comprehensive understanding of real estate law, Joni is well-positioned to advise clients on how to navigate governmental approvals processes in Miami, leveraging the expertise she gained from her extensive experience in city, county, and local government contexts.
