Destiny Alvarez
Fairness You
Can Trust
Destiny is committed to fairness, independence, and equal justice for every person in Miami
Destiny Alvarez
Fairness You Can Trust
Destiny is committed to fairness, independence, and equal justice for every person in Miami
About
Meet Destiny
Destiny Alvarez is a Miami-based attorney, managing partner, and candidate for Circuit Court Judge focused on fairness, professionalism, and equal justice under the law.
She serves as Managing Partner of the Coral Gables office of Goede, DeBoest & Cross, where she leads the firm's Miami-area practice and handles complex matters in banking law, land use, and civil litigation. Her work brings together legal precision and practical problem-solving to resolve disputes efficiently and fairly.
Destiny has built her career in the courtroom, managing a high-volume litigation docket across Florida courts and earning a reputation for preparation, professionalism, and respect for all parties involved. She believes the role of a judge is to ensure every case is heard fairly, every person is treated with dignity, and decisions are grounded in the law.
Her commitment to public service includes serving as a Florida Gubernatorial Fellow, where she worked on statewide policy initiatives and received the Governor Jeb Bush Award for Outstanding Achievement. She also gained judicial experience as an extern in the United States District Court, giving her insight into the responsibilities and standards expected of the bench.
Destiny is active in Miami's legal and civic community and is committed to making the court system accessible, transparent, and fair for all residents.
She earned her Juris Doctor and Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Florida, where she was inducted into the University of Florida Hall of Fame and recognized as an Outstanding Student Leader.
Destiny Alvarez will bring a fair, balanced, and thoughtful approach to the bench, focused on delivering justice for every member of the Miami community.
Platform
What Destiny Stands For
Equal Justice
Every person deserves to be treated fairly and with dignity, regardless of background or circumstances.
Fairness and Impartiality
Cases should be decided based on the facts and the law.
Consistency and Accountability
Similar cases should be handled in a consistent way so outcomes are predictable and grounded in established law.
Respect for the Court
A courtroom should be professional, orderly, and respectful for everyone involved, from litigants to attorneys to staff.
Education
University of Florida, Fredric G Levin College of Law
Juris Doctor
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Minor in Public Leadership
Professional Experience
Managing Partner
2022 to PresentGoede, DeBoest and Cross, Coral Gables Office
Leads the firm's Miami area practice, overseeing complex matters in banking law, land use, and civil litigation, and directing litigation strategy in high stakes cases
Attorney
2020 to 2022GrayRobinson
Handled complex business litigation, eminent domain, administrative and regulatory matters representing private clients and public entities
Florida Gubernatorial Fellow
2019 to 2020Florida Department of Transportation
Selected as a Florida Gubernatorial Fellow, where she worked on statewide policy initiatives and received the Governor Jeb Bush Award for Outstanding Achievement
Associate
2019Gray Robinson
Conducted legal research and assisted attorneys in complex litigation matters including case preparation and drafting legal memoranda
Judicial Extern
2018United States District Court, Middle District of Florida
Gained experience in federal court operations, judicial decision making, and legal analysis
Law Clerk
2017Goede, DeBoest and Cross
Developed foundation in litigation case preparation and legal research
Professional Memberships
- The Florida Bar
- United States District Court: Southern, Middle, and Northern Districts of Florida
- Cuban American Bar Association
- Miami Dade Bar Association
Honors
- Governor Jeb Bush Award for Outstanding Achievement, Florida Gubernatorial Fellowship, 2020
- University of Florida Hall of Fame, 2017
- University of Florida Alumni Association Outstanding Student Leader, 2017
- Florida Blue Key President, 2017
- America's Future Foundation Emerging Leader, 2016
Community Involvement
- Latin Builders Association
- Junior League of Miami
- Miami's Community News Columnist
