West Palm Beach Family Lawyers

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...

The Law Office of Annette Newman, PLLC is a professional full-service law firm dedicated to providing quality legal services at an affordable price throughout the State of Florida. Attorney Newman practices primarily in employment/labor law claims, including discrimination claims based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, religion and/or disability; sexual harassment claims, unpaid wages and/or overtime, whistle blower claims, unemployment hearings and appeals, housing discrimination and public accomodation discrimination as well as other civil rights issues. Attorney Newman also handles matters dealing with all types of employment agreements, including independent contractor, non-compete, severance, non-disclosure, non-solicitation...

Anastasia Mahone, Esq. is an Associate Divorce and Family Law at K/S Attorneys at Law located in Boca Raton, Florida. Anastasia Mahone, Esq. accepts cases in Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade and Collier Counties.

Initial Consultations are always free at K/S Attorneys at Law and consultations can be over the phone, by Skype or in person, dependent upon potential client's preference.

Anastasia Mahone, Esq., graduated from high school at the age of sixteen and proceeded to graduate from Florida Atlantic University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology along with minor studies in Sociology. In 2014, Ms. Mahone...

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....

Jason H. Haber grew up in and now raises a family in South Florida. He co-founded and serves as managing partner for Haber Blank, LLP to provide clients innovative and efficient legal representation, seeking results suited to their unique needs. Jason’s practice focuses on civil litigation, family and matrimonial law, business transactions, real estate transactions and litigation, community association law, personal injury claims, probate and estate planning, and appellate practice. Jason is admitted to practice before all courts of the State of Florida and the United States Southern District of Florida. Jason is AV Rated by his peers with Martindale-Hubbell. ...

Over 17 years experience as an attorney and a mediator. I have litigated and settled hundreds of contested and uncontested divorce matters. Through this experience, and through extensive training as a mediator, a collaborative divorce professional and a guardian ad litem, I have learned that a lawyers’ most important task in a divorce matter is to encourage clients to seek the most cost-effective solutions to minimize the trauma experienced not only by the divorcing parties but also by their children.

Our Firms mission statement is to maintain the highest degree of ethics, while serving our Clients. Our focus is the "C.A.R.E." concept which is to be Compassionate toward our Client: to Advocate zealously for our Clients; to provide Resolution for our Clients; to be as Efficient as possible in order to earn the confidence and trust of all involved.

I have spent over 40 years litigating cases throughout Florida as a prominent Boca Raton divorce lawyer. I will take the time to completely understand your needs and goals, and will maintain regular communications with you throughout the duration of your case. You will be fully informed and kept up to date with copies of all pleadings, correspondence and any other communications by regular mail, email or fax. Even though many divorces are eventually resolved by negotiation or mediation, I will always be ready to protect your interests in the courtroom if it is necessary. I maintain offices in Boca...

Kristin Padowitz earned her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Central Florida where she was a member of the Criminal Justice Honor Society. Subsequently, she went on to earn her law degree from Nova Southeastern University. Having gained experience in civil practice as well as criminal defense, Kristin had a desire to become a well-rounded lawyer. Because of that, Kristin Padowitz left the Broward County Public Defender’s Office to become a prosecutor at the Broward County State Attorney’s Office. During her time in the Broward County State Attorney’s Office, she tried upward of 75 cases, all in...

Mr. Klemawesch is an experienced and dedicated Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Attorney at Whittel & Melton. He provides comprehensive representation in both State and Federal Courts. Previously, Mr. Klemawesch worked as an Assistant State Attorney in the Sixth Judicial Circuit, Pinellas County, Florida. He has extensive jury trial experience in both criminal and civil cases. Mr. Klemawesch is committed to diligent advocacy to protect his clients' rights and interests.

Mr. Klemawesch obtained his B.B.A. from the University of Notre Dame, and his M.B.A. from the University of South Florida. In 2003, he received his J.D. from the University of Florida....

Sergio Cabanas, Esq. founded the Cabanas Law Firm in 2006 and provides Divorce and Family Law legal services, as well as Estate Planning, to ensure his clients have planned for their newly single life and are protected after their divorce. He began his career in law in 1992 as a prosecuting attorney at the Broward County State Attorney’s Office, then continued his litigation track as an insurance defense attorney defending medical professionals against medical malpractice claims and expanded into disability and life insurance claims. Sergio is a Certified Mediator and a frequent speaker in the community about the importance of...

Allison L Bishow is a family law attorney in Ft. Lauderdale specializing in divorce, child support, paternity, alimony, and time-sharing. As a family lawyer, Ms. Bishow listens to all client's objectives and concerns in order to develop an individualized strategy to meet the needs of each client. She approaches every custody, divorce, and child support case with immense compassion and detail, well aware of the emotional nature of these matters. She understands the value of mediation in developing positive working relationships between individuals in stressful situations, particularly where children are involved. She enjoys advocating for her clients and is committed...

Ms. Mayersohn, the firm’s founder and owner, is a graduate of the University of California at Los Angeles in 1991 where she received her B.A. in History and emphases in both Speech and Spanish as well as the Frederick G. Levin College of Law at the University of Florida in 1994 where she was Editor-In-Chief of the Florida Journal of International Law as well as Justice of Phi Alpha Delta. Leah has been in private practice since 1999 after serving five years as an Assistant State Attorney with the Broward County State Attorney's Office where she gained extensive trial...

I am a divorce lawyer and family law lawyer, who has practiced law since 1984. I founded the Family Law Offices of Cindy S. Vova in 1992 with the two-fold objective of providing superior representation to my clients and delivering the personal attention that each client deserves.As a family law attorney, I not only handle high net worth divorces, but also draft prenuptial and post nuptial agreements, handle same sex divorces, timesharing and relocation issues, paternity, property division (equitable distribution) and modifications of alimony and child support. I have also been...

Travis R. Walker, Esq. is the founder of The Law Offices of Travis R. Walker, P.A. Travis is a graduate of Port St. Lucie High School, Indian River Community College, Florida Atlantic University, and Florida Coastal School of Law. Travis practices real estate law and civil litigation. He also provides consulting regarding governmental affairs and public policy. Travis found his inspiration to practice law from his involvement in public service and charities. His participation had allowed him to gain exposure towards service-oriented lawyers, and due to this, he has now been practicing law for 10 years.

Travis is an active member...

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....

Juan Gainza, Esq. graduated from Florida International University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice, and received his Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University School of Law. Fluent in both English and Spanish, his excellent research and writing skills enable him to analyze and articulate complex legal issues clearly, concisely and decisively.

Mr. Gainza specializes in the areas of Personal Injury, Family Law and Immigration. He is a current member of the Florida Bar and past member of the American Immigration Lawyers’s Association and the American Bar Association.

Call Juan at (954) 463-1210 to discuss your legal concerns. You have...

I have been handling personal injury, family law, and commercial litigation in South Florida for more than 30 years. Born and raised in New York, I attended Ramapo High School in Spring Valley and went on to study at State University of New York in Binghamton where I majored in Political Science, graduating in 1977. After a brief time working in sales I moved from Manhattan to Miami to attend the University of Miami School of Law. While attending law school I served as both a law clerk and bailiff in the 11th Judicial Circuit of Miami-Dade County for Judge...

Brian D. Gottlieb, Esq., is the Managing Partner for the Commercial Litigation Division and Family Law Division of RTRLAW. Mr. Gottlieb has a diversified legal background in complex commercial litigation and contract disputes, representing clients in both state and federal court. He also has significant experience in family law, real estate litigation, foreclosure defense, landlord/tenant disputes and probate. Prior to joining RTRLAW, Mr. Gottlieb began his legal career as an associate at one of the top boutique commercial litigation law firms in Fort Lauderdale and was named partner in 2011. During that time, he gained valuable trial experience sitting first chair...

As a child of Divorce and a Divorcee herself Ms. Cipriano has a unique insight into the toll this process takes on a family. As a business owner with not only a Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad Law Center but also a Master's of Business Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University, she understands the unique issues that face business owners when moving through divorce. Ms. Cipriano is here to help her clients, their family and their finances emerge from the process to more stable, happier, healthier future. Ms. Cipriano is admitted to...

At the Strategic Legal Group, we excel in offering comprehensive and strategic counsel to businesses, safeguarding the legal interests of both domestic and international enterprises. Our core competency lies in steering corporate entities towards legal adherence and resolutions across a broad spectrum in the drafting, evaluation, and advisory services related to contracts spanning various crucial areas. This includes commercial transactions, commercial property and business acquisitions, scrutiny and negotiation of commercial leases, marketing agreements, vendor agreements, technology and software licensing (including SaaS agreements), employment contracts, termination agreements, confidentiality and non-compete agreements, adherence to building codes (including ADA compliance), facilitating mergers and...

Prior to joining Whittel & Melton, Mr. Sheslow served as an Assistant Public Defender in Manatee County, Florida. Mr. Sheslow accumulated an impressive trial record while with the Public Defender’s Office. He was quickly promoted from a Misdemeanor to Felony case load in less than 10 months. Mr. Sheslow has tried over 20 cases ranging from DUIs and Domestic Batteries to life felonies. He has earned acquittals in serious cases such as firearms offenses and sex offenses. Additionally, Mr. Sheslow completed the National Criminal Defense Lawyers College held at Mercer College of Law in Macon, Georgia, where he learned from...

Alan Jay Braverman, is Board Certified in Marital and Family Law and concentrates his practice on divorce-related issues, including custody and visitation, child support and alimony, and domestic violence. Licensed to practice in Florida and New Jersey, Mr. Braverman has been an active member of The Florida Bar since 1973. He is registered with the Martindale-Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers. Only the most distinguished lawyers appear in the Bar Register – those who have achieved the prestigious “AV” rating as a lawyer. Mr. Braverman has served on numerous Florida Bar committees and is also a Florida Supreme Court Certified...

In 1980 Scott J. Stadler attended Broward County Community College. During that year he completed the requirements and was invited to Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Fraternity for achieving academic success. While attending Miami Dade Community College in 1981 Mr. Stadler received an award for Outstanding Academic Achievement for excellent grades. In 1986 Mr. Stadler received the American Jurisprudence Award for the highest “A” grade in his law school evidence class. Scott J. Stadler has been practicing divorce and family law since 1989 when he was admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan. In 1990 Mr. Stadler...

Concentrating solely on family law matters, the attorneys at Stuart N. House, P.A. provide the highest level of service and exceptional representation to all clients in Parkland and Coral Springs who retain us to mediate or litigate their specific case. You can expect honesty, understanding and compassion as we zealously seek the best results for you and your family. We specialize in cases involving divorce, child custody, child support and alimony.

For over a decade Scott M. Weiss has practiced exclusively family law, assisting clients in divorce, child custody and support, spousal support, distribution of marital property, and post-judgment modifications. As a family law attorney, Mr. Weiss works diligently to serve his clients with compassion and sensitivity while vigorously protecting their rights. Mr. Weiss earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York in 2002, and went on to pursue his law degree at Nova Southeastern University, graduating in 2005. He was admitted to the Florida Bar the same year. Partnering with Gary D. Weiner, he now...

Attorney Nisha E. Bacchus, a founder of Bacchus Law Firm, received her Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad Law Center. While attending Nova Southeastern University, Ms. Bacchus was an active member of the American Trial Lawyers Association and earned a scholarship through The Florida Bar for her pro bono work throughout the community. Ms. Bacchus ultimately graduated and received the prestigious Order of the Barrister's Award for her trial advocacy skills. Prior to attending law school, Ms. Bacchus graduated with Honors from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and a minor in...

I have been a Florida practicing attorney since 1974 with extensive background and experience for the past 46 years. I am a former Assistant State Attorney (Dade County) having worked for Richard Gerstein then Janet Reno (former U.S. Attorney). I have worked for Servicios Legales De Miami (Legal Services of Greater Miami) manager of the Wynwood office with numerous Family cases and later working for Courshon & Berk P.A. in real estate litigation. I currently practice Family Law, Real Estate Litigation Wills and Trusts and Probate.

Been practicing Criminal law, nearly exclusively, for over 25 years. Ran the Public Defender's office in late 80's, then had 18 year partnership at Kirschner & Garland, P.A. Now in solo practice in Fort Pierce on the Indian River; Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer continually since 1994. Martindale-Hubbell AV rated. 5/5. AVVO rated 10/10. We also handle complex property distribution family law cases, as well as serious injuries. Same talented, courteous and competent staff for 17 years.

OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE in civil, criminal and appellate law in Palm Beach, Broward and other Florida Counties. I was also a city prosecutor for a year or so.
Practiced in a wide variety of law cases including civil and criminal jury trials and appellate cases, including a case in the Florida Supreme Court.
Army veteran-Honorable Discharge.
Born and raised in Passaic County, New Jersey.
Graduated from Passaic Valley High School in Little Falls, New Jersey
Moved to Florida with my family and began college at the University of Miami in the Business School majoring in accounting. I enjoyed the business law courses so...

Bradford Cohen Law practices in the areas of Immigration, Criminal Defense, Real Estate and Bankruptcy. Bradford Cohen personally handles Criminal Defense cases such as the following: Major Criminal Defense, State and Federal, Local and State Wide; White Collar Crimes, Felonies, and Misdemeanors; Immigration, Nationally assisting individuals with immigration issues.

Fairway Law Group provides legal representation to people who are facing family crises and personal injuries. Our team has secured millions of dollars in settlements for our clients. We handle a variety of different family law and personal injury cases ranging from divorces to car accidents. If you are in need of legal representation for a personal injury or family law matter, we are ready to help.

Arielle Capuano’s practice is focused almost exclusively on divorce, custody, and family law matters. Her family law experience ranges from uncontested divorces to complex divorces, high asset divorces, paternity cases, custody cases, relocation cases, modifications, enforcement and contempt, and domestic violence. Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Arielle obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Advertising & Public Relations from the University of Central Florida. Graduating near the top of her class, Arielle received her Juris Doctor Degree from Florida International University College of Law, where she was actively involved in the leadership of the Board of Advocates, the...

Chet Eliot Weinbaum has 25 years of experience in Marital and Family Law. He graduated with his Juris Doctorate from the University of Florida with Honors in 1993. What makes his practice so unique is that he also holds a Master's Degree in Psychology. This has proved very valuable in working with families going through their toughest times.

The Law Offices of Ben I. Farbstein, P.A., focuses on family law matters in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Miami, Palm Beach, the Florida Keys and the surrounding areas. The firm has also taken on cases throughout the State of Florida at both the trial and appellate levels. Ben I. Farbstein, Esq., has developed a sophisticated family law practice that handles complex family law litigation matters in virtually every area of family. However, no case is too large or too small – if it is important to you, it is important to Ben I. Farbstein, Esq.

Gary F. Celetti, Jr. spent two decades as a decorated law enforcement officer in Broward County, Florida and he has dedicated his entire career to the pursuit of justice. Gary earned his Juris Doctor degree, cum laude, from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law. During law school, he received numerous accolades including highest grade, book awards, and earned the Dean's list on several occasions. Upon graduating from law school, he was accepted into the Florida Bar and the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. Gary was trained by and practiced alongside...

Originally from Brooklyn, New York, I moved to Port St. Lucie with my family in 1989. I graduated from Port St. Lucie High School, and received my Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree from Indian River Community College in Fort Pierce. I moved to Tampa where I achieved my Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Criminology, and thereafter moved to Miami and graduated with my Juris Doctor (J.D., or law degree) from St. Thomas University. In 2002, I found myself back home on the Treasure Coast when my legal career began at the State Attorney's office in Fort...

A graduate of Temple University and Nova University School of Law, John R. Sorkin was admitted to the Florida bar in 1980. Although he practiced law and gaining valuable trial experience in Broward County as an assistant public defender, it was when dealing with family law that Mr. Sorkin felt he was providing an overlooked service, often needed by family members during a difficult time in their lives. It was a natural sequence of events that in 1990 Mr. Sorkin became a Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator, offering court-ordered and non-court ordered mediations, as well as, arbitration. These mediation...