Meet Chris
Cristobal "Chris" Padron . Circuit Court Judge Candidate
A Son of This Community,
Committed to Its Justice
Cristobal "Chris" Padron was born and raised in Miami-Dade County — a community he has called home for 42 years. As the son of Cuban immigrants who fled oppression in search of freedom, fairness, and the rule of law, Chris carries a deep, personal understanding of what justice means to families who depend on it most.
After earning his Juris Doctor from Florida International University College of Law in 2010, Chris was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2011 and has spent 15 years advocating for clients across family, civil, probate, appellate, and federal matters.
In that time, he has tried 407 bench trials as first chair, argued 23 appellate cases, and handled hundreds of hearings — building the kind of practical, courtroom-tested experience that a judge must have from day one.
Chris believes that justice is not just about outcomes — it is about the process. Every litigant who steps into a courtroom deserves to feel heard, treated fairly, and confident that the judge before them is neutral, prepared, and genuinely committed to getting it right.
“I want to be a judge to make the overall experience for lawyers, litigants, and all professionals better — and to restore faith in our system of government.
— CRISTOBAL "CHRIS" PADRON
Florida International University — College of Law
Earned his Juris Doctor degree from FIU College of Law, establishing a foundation in Florida law and civil procedure. FIU's law school, rooted in Miami-Dade, gave Chris a direct connection to the community he now serves.
Admitted to the Florida Bar
Admitted to the Florida Bar on September 26, 2011 — beginning a 15-year legal career across family, civil, probate, and appellate practice.
Federal Court Admissions
Admitted to the U.S. District Court and U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida, expanding his practice to include federal civil and bankruptcy matters.
15 Years Across Multiple Areas of Law
Family Law
Extensive experience handling dissolution of marriage, child custody, child support, and related family matters — including Child Support Administrative Hearings.
Civil Litigation
407 bench trials as first chair, 2 civil jury trials. Broad civil practice covering contract disputes, torts, and complex litigation in state and federal court.
Probate
Handling of estate matters, probate administration, guardianship proceedings, and related fiduciary matters across Miami-Dade County.
Appellate Practice
23 appellate cases argued before Florida and Federal appellate courts — developing the analytical precision and legal writing essential to judicial work.
Federal Practice
Admitted to both the U.S. District Court and U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida, with experience navigating federal civil and bankruptcy proceedings.
Administrative Hearings
Four Child Support Administrative Hearings and one DBPR Hearing — experience across multiple regulatory and administrative forums.
Licensed & Admitted
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