$ 295-295 per hour
Before ever beginning law school, Karen Yochim’s academic and employment endeavors provided the perfect foundation for her eventual career as a Family Law and Estate Planning & Administration Attorney. Karen’s undergraduate degree, which combined Economics, with a concentration in psychology, was attained in 1997 from Furman University. Following graduation, Karen worked for several years as a branch manager for one of the nation’s largest financial institutions.
Wanting a more fulfilling career which focused on serving the needs of the family unit, Karen returned to school and received her J.D., cum laude, from the University of Florida Frederick G. Levin College of Law in 2003. Upon being admitted to the Florida Bar in 2003, Karen accepted a position as an associate attorney with a locally recognized law firm, where she continued to practice for the next 6+ years. In 2009, she left her this firm, to establish a law firm where she was a partner. In 2013, the Law Office of Alba & Dubose, P.A., in recognizing her professional achievements, invited Karen to join their legal team as an ‘of counsel’ attorney.
Since joining our firm, Karen’s skilled legal analysis and ability to handle highly complex matters, coupled with her compassionate approach, has led to her establishment as a valuable asset to both our firm, as well as the members of the Gainesville community. Karen’s career has focused primarily on the area of Family Law, however, she also represents clients in estate planning and administration, guardianship and incapacity proceedings, as well as probate litigation matters. She is one of a very few attorneys in Gainesville trained in Collaborative Divorce through the Collaborative Divorce Institute.
In addition to her own training and experience, Karen has acted as an instructor for Continuing Legal Education seminars instructing other attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, financial planners and accountants in Estate Planning for the Disabled.
When not advocating for her clients, Karen spends time with her family. She enjoys boating, reading, and being outdoors. In addition, Karen remains highly involved in both the local community, as well as the legal community in general. She is a committee member to the St. Michael’s Day School Activities Committee, and is the Fundraising Chair for the St. Michael’s Day School Board of Directors. She has also served as advocate and board member to Gerald T. Bennett Inn of Court, the largest and fastest growing legal mentoring organization, founded upon “improving skills, professionalism, ethics of the bench and bar through the assessment of cutting edge legal trends, innovations & technology.”
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2700 NW 43rd Street, Ste D, Gainesville, FL, 32606
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Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Child support Modification
Karen handled my Child Support Modification and represented me in resolving a dispute with my Ex-wife concerning our child's schooling. She took my case with very short notice and came to court well prepared. Karen was able to sift through my stack of paperwork and filter out what was important to ...
Posted by Kirsten | May 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Amazing!
Such a great experience! I've never had to hire an attorney before and my case was pretty messy, but I'm so glad I chose Ms. Yochim. Her and her team are amazing and I'm still so thankful for them. Ms. Yochim answered any and all questions I had, answered my emails very quickly, especially since I'...
Posted by Jeremy | September 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce
I hired Ms. Yochim to represent me in my divorce. Most of the issues in my settlement had already been worked out with my ex, but I didn't want to file without help. Ms. Yochim thought of many details that we had not considered. Her estimate for total cost was pretty spot on and very competitive. Oth...
Posted by Eric | August 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Caring, smart and experienced
I began the process of my divorce in utter fear. With Karen's help, I was able to go through the process with the knowledge that I was being assisted by a professional with the experience and thoughtfulness that I needed. Throughout the whole process, Karen was there to answer all my questions and re...
Posted by anonymous | February 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
The Best in the field
Karen Yochim is nothing short of first-class. With her expert knowledge of the law, attention to detail, and roll of her sleeves hard work, we successfully navigated a long and twisted divorce and relocation trial. We won on every factor. Karen listens, remembers, and skillfully integrates all of the...
"Ms. Yochim and I had a complex family law matter. She handles the balance of professionalism and zealous advocacy very well. She is very knowledgeable and I highly recommend Ms. Yochim to anyone seeking representation in family law matters."
"When I first began practicing law in Florida I had the pleasure of working at the same firm as Ms. Yochim. When you first begin practicing law, you know next to nothing about what you are doing. Karen helped me learn the ins and outs of how to be an effective family law attorney. I am forever grateful to her for the help she provided in those early days of my practice. Since we parted ways I have also worked as opposing counsel with her on several family law matters. I have always found her to be highly effective in representing her client's, both in settlement negotiations and in court. I highly recommend this attorney."
"Ms. Yochim is an outstanding lawyer who provides erudite, well-researched and very well-prepared representation for her clients. I highly recommend her services to anyone seeking representation in family law matters."
"t is with pleasure that I endorse this lawyer. Karen has a reputation of professional representation and she provides quality advice to clients facing difficult situations."
"I endorse this lawyer. Karen is a great advocate for her client's interests, while at the same time maintaining a good working relationship with opposing counsel."
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2014 - Present
Partner, Alba & Yochim PA
2013 - 2014
Of Counsel, Alba and Dubose, P.A.
2009 - 2013
Attorney, McNeal & Yochim, P.L.
2003 - 2010
Associate, Law Office of Richard M. Knellinger, P.A.
2012 - Present
Gerald T. Bennett Cooperative Learning American Inn of CourtBoard Member
2003 - Present
Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar AssociationMember
Fundraising Chair
2007 - 2008
Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar AssociationBoard Member
2006 - 2008
Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionPresident
2005 - 2008
James D. Adkins American Inn of CourtMember
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Family law
2014
Estate Planning for the Disabled
2010
Estate Planning and Incapacity Planning
2015
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