About Dolly

Dolly Hernandez is a distinguished family law attorney based in Miami, Florida. Specializing in complex marital and family law cases, she represents high-net-worth individuals in various legal matters. These include dissolution of marriage, equitable distribution, alimony, child support, parenting and time-share issues, paternity, and both prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Her expertise in these areas has made her a sought-after attorney for clients navigating intricate family law disputes. Ms. Hernandez earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law in 2001.

Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the same university in 1998. During her time in law school, she actively participated in the International Moot Court Board, honing her advocacy skills and gaining experience in legal research and writing. This foundation has proven essential in her successful legal career. Admitted to practice in Florida and the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Ms. Hernandez has built a strong reputation in her field.

Since 2019, she has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for her exemplary work in family law and family law mediation. Her accolades also include being listed in Florida Super Lawyers from 2014 to 2020. Notably, she was named among the Top 100: Miami Super Lawyers in both 2018 and 2020, as well as the Top 50: Women Florida Super Lawyers in 2015 and 2018. In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Hernandez has contributed significantly to the legal community. From 2011 to 2018, she served as Co-Chair of the Family Law Litigation Committee for the American Bar Association’s Section of Litigation.

Her leadership in this role helped shape important discussions and initiatives within the family law sector. Furthermore, she is a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation, reflecting her commitment to advancing the legal profession. Since 2017, Ms. Hernandez has been on the Board of Directors for the Greater Miami & the Keys Chapter of the American Red Cross. In 2019, she was appointed as a Latina Commissioner for the Hispanic National Bar Association, where she focused on developing programs and strategies to support Latina lawyers and students in overcoming barriers within the legal profession. Currently, she is a partner at Rafool, PLLC in Miami, where she continues to dedicate her practice to complex marital and family law matters, making a significant impact in the lives of her clients.

Education

University of Miami School of Law

J.D. (2001)

University of Miami

B.B.A. (1998) | Finance

Languages

Spanish (Spoken, Written)

Accepted Jurisdictions

Florida

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court

Types of Cases Handled

Family Law Civil Litigation

Legal Services Scope

Trial Appellate

Office Locations

Main Office

 1001 Brickell Bay Drive Suite 1812 Miami FL 33131