Saint Lucie County Divorce Lawyers

As the founder of Shaw Law, Cyrus Shaw believes there is only one thing that the firm should be focused on – getting the best possible results for clients. This starts from the initial client interview, where a rapport and trust needs to be established. It is common for new client intake to be limited to one a day, so as much time as needed can be spent with the new client. Each client is a person, not a file. Each client has their own story. A law firm where clients become like family is what he strives for. This...

James S. Cunha, Esq. is the Managing Attorney at the Law Offices of James S. Cunha, P.A. Mr. Cunha primarily focuses his practice on family and marital law. As a result of his background in Finance and Economics, Mr. Cunha has become a highly sought-after divorce and family law attorney in South Florida particularly in complex or high asset divorce cases involving asset valuation and alimony issues. Since the inception of his firm, Mr. Cunha has represented corporate executive officers, professional athletes, business owners, medical, legal and financial professionals, homemakers, working men and women–(or their spouses)–in divorce cases,...

With over 35 years of experience, Matthew Lane handles complex cases involving child custody, division of assets, alimony, high asset/high net- worth divorces, relocations, and modifications to parenting plans (custody and visitation). Matthew Lane is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Emory University and a graduate of Northwestern University School of Law. Subsequent to law school, Mr. Lane served as a law clerk to the Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio. Mr. Lane has been Chair of the Palm Beach County Bar Association Marital and Family Law Committee for four terms. He is...

I began my legal career in 1986 when I was in High School. I started as a receptionist and worked my way to becoming a legal secretary in a busy New York law firm. In 1990, I relocated back to Florida, working full time as a paralegal in Brevard County. I have personally worked on hundreds if not thousands of cases and even assisted in the courtroom during trials. But that wasn't enough--my passion for helping people became so overwhelming that I became an attorney. I obtained my undergraduate degrees with top honors and summa cum laude, and graduated...

Ron D. Herman is a practicing attorney in West Palm Beach, devoted to the field of criminal defense. He is a former prosecutor, which allows him to maintain a thorough understanding of the entire criminal justice system. In addition to criminal defense, Attorney Herman offers effective counsel for individuals facing personal injury and business litigation matters. Regardless of what specific situation you’re involved in, you can trust that you’ll be in good hands by retaining Mr. Herman’s representation. To learn more about the services offered by Attorney Herman, contact the firm, Herman Law, P.A., today.

EXPERIENCED DIVORCE LAWYER PALM BEACH GARDENS & NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA THE LAW OFFICE OF PATRICIA D. HARRIS SPECIALIZES IN ALL ASPECTS OF DIVORCE AND FAMILY LAW. MS. HARRIS BELIEVES THAT DIVORCE IS A TIME OF TRANSITION AND NEW OPPORTUNITY. SHE HAS AVAILABLE A TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS INCLUDING THERAPISTS, PARENTING COORDINATORS AND ACCOUNTANTS TO SUPPORT CLIENTS DURING THIS DIFFICULT PERIOD. Patricia Harris has practiced law in South Florida for more than 20 years. With a background as a financial planner, Ms. Harris is uniquely qualified to help her clients prepare for their financial futures while negotiating the...

South Florida has been my home for nearly all my life. I grew up in North Broward / South Palm Beach County, with two single parents who divorced when I was four. People often asked me whether having divorced parents was difficult, and my answer was always “no” because they made the transition relatively seamless. As a child, I got to go on two vacations, have two bedrooms, and spend lots of quality time with both of my parents, albeit separately. It was the best decision my parents made for themselves, and for me.

I got my...

Thirty Years of practicing Family Law representing Children and Families through difficult times with compassion and understanding. I have represented clients throughout the State of Florida, from Key West to Brevard County with dedication and determination to seek a just result and protect the children at issue before the Courts of Florida.

Alicia Dixon, Esq. is the owner of the Dixon Law Firm with a concentration in Family Law. She specializes in divorce, paternity, child support, and custody matters. Attorney Dixon is a graduate of Florida State University where she received her Bachelor and Law degree. In law school, Attorney Dixon worked in Rwanda alongside human rights attorneys and country leaders to improve the quality of life of genocide victims and their children. She fought aggressively for their legal rights in the areas of land rights, medical treatments, schooling and employment. She co-authored a legal rights handbook as a reference for grassroots human...

I am a veteran of the court. My skills have been battle hardened by a lifetime of practicing law. I care about the outcome of my clients cases. I care about my reputation. To me the two are one in the same. Which is why I approach every case as if it is personal.

Mr. Bornstein has more than 35 years of experience handling complex marital and family law matters for clients across the State of Florida. He also has extensive experience in probate and guardianship matters. Additionally, he serves as a mediator, guardian ad litem, attorney ad litem, and special magistrate in family law cases and probate matters. Mr. Bornstein has several reported appellate opinions, and has argued before the Florida Supreme Court. Mr. Bornstein was again selected as one of 2022's Legal Elite by Florida Trend, and was Palm Beach County Legal Aid Society’s 2009 Family Lawyer of the Year. He was recognized...

Lise Hudson is a native of Palm Beach county, Florida. After graduating law school, she returned to South Florida to begin practicing law in 1988 with one of the State’s most iconic firms: Montgomery, Searcy, Denney, Scarola, Barnhart & Shipley. Having successfully litigated a number of complex commercial and personal injury cases, Ms. Hudson decided to launch her own firm in 1994, The Law Firm of Lise Hudson, PLLC, and incorporate marital and family law into her existing civil litigation practice. Today, Ms. Hudson assists clients with cases of all degrees of complexity including cases focused on children, forensic valuation...

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KENNETH M. GORDON

BIO

Kenneth M. Gordon was born and raised in Palm Beach County and graduated from Palm Beach Gardens High School. Shortly after graduating high school, he joined and served in the United States Navy. While serving his country overseas, he was awarded numerous medals for his service during the first Gulf War including, but not limited to, the Southwest Asia Campaign Medal with two Bronze Stars and the Kuwait Liberation Medal.

After his honorable discharge in 1993, Kenneth M. Gordon attended what is now known as Palm Beach State College where he was a member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor...

A third generation Floridian, Kate Watson graduated from the University of Florida in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science in English and received her Juris Doctorate degree from the City University of New York School of Law in 2011. In between undergraduate school and law school, Ms. Watson dedicated a few years of her professional life to teaching-- first teaching English as a Foreign Language in Madrid, Spain, and then as a high school teacher in South Florida. Ms. Watson is conversational in Spanish.

Upon graduation, Ms. Watson felt compelled to serve the community and accepted a position as staff attorney...

Attorney Jason M. Melton, is a founding partner of Whittel & Melton. As a former state prosecutor, he continues fighting for victims bringing in some of the largest single event results in Central Florida. Jason is a lifetime member of the Multi-Million and Million Dollar Advocates Forum, AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and continues to be listed among SuperLawyers in Florida by Thomson Reuters. He is a Founding Member of the National Academy of Motorcycle Injury Lawyers, and in 2023 was named President. Attorney Melton is dedicated to providing clients with personalized, high-quality representation. We handle Auto Accidents, Slip and Fall, Injury, Nursing...

WITH MORE THAN 25 YEARS OF AWARD-WINNING FAMILY LAW/DIVORCE ATTORNEY EXPERIENCE, Ms. Tracht offers a complete “full-service”, tri-lingual (English/Spanish/French) family law firm you can count on for guidance. She is a Certified Supreme Court Mediator, has over 25 years’ experience within the Guardian Ad Litem program, and is well-established as an advocate for children and when necessary, the practice of Collaborative Law. Depending on case need, other available resources may include a variety of highly trained experts, ie: Forensic Accountants, Business Valuators, Real Estate Professionals, Forensic Computer Technicians, Psychologists & Therapists. Read more than 25 client review/testimonials on our...

Attorney Veronica Robinson has practiced law since she graduated in 1995 from University of Florida College of Law with a concentration in family and disability law. These two fields are related in both requires an attorney who is diligent and understands that winning in the courtroom is largely based upon the preparation outside of the courtroom. More importantly, both fields involve helping people during their most vulnerable time to move forward to their next chapter in this book called “Life.” Veronica’s legal expertise is in the representation of individuals in their disability claims. The disability claims range from representing students against...

I am a trial lawyer with a boutique practice that helps people. My Firm concentrates in family law – Divorce, Paternity, Custody, and Prenuptial Agreements – consumer bankruptcy and real estate law, Foreclosure Defense and other real estate litigation - we have a title agency, engage in short sale negotiations --- I have highly skilled attorneys in each area --- we work together as a team. We help our Clients navigate a difficult, challenging, often uncertain process and assist them in achieving the best possible results. What’s unique about my practice is that I can assist people in...

Providing quality legal representation and mediations for family law clients and offers fair, flat fee pricing in addition to hourly billing options. Attorney Nicole P. Vette is a trial lawyer who focuses her work exclusively on family related legal issues including complex divorce litigation. Vette received her Juris Doctor (summa cum laude) from Shepard Broad College of Law at Nova Southeastern University, where she was ranked in the top three percent of her class. Vette is licensed to practice law in Colorado and Florida. Vette has represented numerous clients in dissolutions of marriage, custody disputes, paternity matters and domestic...

My practice as an attorney can be summed up in one word: FOCUS. Focus on divorce and family law; focus on the people of Fort Lauderdale and Broward County; focus on creating solutions; and, most importantly —

Focus On Your Needs, Goals And Best Interests

Meeting the needs and goals of my clients and protecting their best interests is always my primary concern. For this reason, finding out exactly what those needs, goals and interests are is first on the agenda. As a sole practitioner, I have the ability to manage my own caseload and to take the time necessary to get...

Ariel Rojas is a Skilled Family Law Attorney that has worked closely with Robert S. Hannan of the Law Offices of Robert S. Hannan, PA for the last three years. Mr. Rojas has been nearly exclusively, involved in Family Law for approximately three years. Mr. Rojas studied Criminal Justice at Florida International University and graduated in 2012. Mr. Rojas then went on to study law at Florida International University and graduated in 2016 with a Juris Doctorate Degree. Mr. Rojas has been a member of the Florida Bar since 2016 and is a member of the Family Law Section. Mr. Rojas, who...

An experienced trial attorney, Robert Whittel provides his clients with strong, disciplined, results-oriented representation. Prior to becoming a lawyer, he served as a Lieutenant Commander in the US Navy. Robert graduated from both law school and the United States Merchant Marine Academy with honors, and served on the esteemed Florida Law Review. Before co-founding Whittel & Melton, a full-service law firm, Robert gained valuable experience in the court room both serving as a former prosecutor and representing large corporations in complex litigation and transactional matters. Robert is devoted to fighting for his clients’ rights. He handles all types of criminal...

Pamela Fero moved to South Florida in 1991 when she was hired by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as an Air Traffic Control Specialist. She worked for the FAA as a controller for over 26 years and retired in 2016. Prior to moving to Florida, she lived in Ohio where she learned the value of hard work by working on the family farm. Ms. Fero has one step-son, three adopted children, one foster child, and two biological children. The children are all unique individuals with their own strengths and weaknesses. Having such a large and diverse family naturally led Ms....

Family law and bankruptcy attorney Ms. Carmen Soto was born in South Florida and speaks fluent Spanish and English. She has traveled extensively and has been exposed to many diverse cultural environments and is, therefore, understanding and sensitive to the cultural differences of a diverse, international clientele. Her practice is devoted to family related issues, bankruptcy as well as civil litigation.

During her career, Ms. Soto was employed for three years with the Department of Children and Families and understands the emotional hardship that families undergo during times of extraordinary stress. She has experience dealing with people going through extreme conflicts....