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Elaine Terry Silver

also known as Law Office of Elaine T. Silver, Silver Divorce Center
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  • Lake Mary, FL
  • Licensed for 42 years
Elaine Terry Silver
Elaine Terry Silver
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About Elaine

Private, Respectful, Efficient Divorce with Dignity. Elaine Silver will guide you through divorce keeping your goals first and foremost. Collaborative Divorce or Mediation will help you focus on what's most important--your family and moving forward confidently to your new life.

If you are reading this--you probably feel like your life is falling apart.  Divorce might be the last thing you thought would happen to you. Take a moment, take a breath, and then call me.  I can help you pick up the pieces and figure out how to move forward peacefully and efficiently. I'll put my years of experience to work for you and your family.  The process you use to navigate your divorce determines the outcome.  We have options to help you have a private, respectful, efficient divorce that honors your goals and your family. We can't change the past, but we can provide a path to change the future.  Call to learn more. 

Practice areas

OtherFamilyUncontested divorceMediationDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 40%

    39 years

  2. Mediation: 30%

    34 years

  3. Uncontested divorce: 10%

    39 years

  4. Family: 10%

    39 years

  1. Marriage and prenuptials: 10%

    39 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

1540 International Parkway Ste 2000
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1540 International Parkway Ste 2000
Lake Mary, FL, 32746

Office (407) 268-6830

Website

http://www.silverdivorce.com/

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
FLMember in Good Standing200412/10/2019
CTRetired197702/17/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
AV Preeminent RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
Special Master CommendationJudicial Dept. State of Connecticut-Superior Court Family Law Division1986
Poses Prize for Excellence in Clinical PracticeNew York University School of Law1977
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PrincipalSilver Divorce Center2004 - Present
Adjunct Professor- Family LawBarry University School Of Law2017 - 2017
Adjunct Professor- Family LawQuinnipiac University School Of Law1989 - 1989
PartnerSilver Golub & Teitell LLP1987 - 2000
PartnerFleisher Trow & Silver1983 - 1987
Visiting Profession-US Constitutional & Family LawBeijing University School Of Law1981 - 1982
AssociateGlazer Wechsler Seelig & Glazer1977 - 1982
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Florida Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsPresident2019 - Present
Collaborative Family Law Group of Central FloridaBoard Member2018 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember2011 - Present
Florida Association for Women LawyersMember2010 - Present
Central Florida Family Law American Inn of CourtBarrister2008 - Present
Seminole County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember2005 - Present
Seminole County Bar AssociationMember2005 - Present
Florida BarMember2004 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember1985 - Present
Florida Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsAnnual Conference Co-Chair2016 - 2017
Seminole County Bar Association, Family Law SectionChair2005 - 2005
Connecticut Bar Association, Family Law SectionCo-chair1996 - 1998
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Strategies for Family Law in Florida (Inside the Minds)Collaborative Divorce, Unbundled Services, Pro Se Mediation and Other Dispute Resolution Methods for Challenging Economic Times2012
Connecticut Family Law JournalThe Professional License: Fruit of the Marital Property Tree?"1983
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
New York University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1977
Bucknell UniversityBachelor of Arts1974
Hebrew University of JerusalemJunior Year AbroadN/A
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Life Changes PodcastPeaceful Divorce2019
Collaborative Family Law Institute Advanced Training, Miami, FloridaHow to Avoid Gridlock in Collaborative Cases2018
Collaborative Family Law Group of Northeast Florida, Continuing Professional EducationHow "Low Bono" Cases Benefit Community and Build Your Practice2018
Association of Family and Conciliation CourtsCollaborative Practice: Skills & Solutions for Every Restructuring Family2016
Florida Chapter of the Association of Family and Conciliation CourtsSharpening Your Skills With Collaborative Practice2015
Florida Association of Family & Conciliation CourtsHow Collaborative Skills Can Help Every Divorcing Family2015
FACP Annual ConferenceThe Tension Between Confidentiality, Privacy, and Transparency in Collaborative Practice2015
Mental Health Professional Continuing EducationCollaborative Divorce: A Better Path to Family Reconstruction2014
Florida Collaborative Council Annual ConferenceThe Art of Collaboration: From Roots to Results2014
Central Florida Behavioral Hospital-Continuing Mental Health Professional EducationCollaborative Divorce: A Better Path to Family Reconsturction2014
Last First Date RadioHow to Avoid Divorce the Second Time Around2013
Continuing Education SeminarCollaborative Family Law2013
American Bar Association Solo and Small Firm DivisionDoing Well While Doing Good: Building a Mediation, Collaborative & Unbundled Divorce Practice2010
NBI CLE SeminarCustody Modification and Ethical Considerations2007
Overview of Connecticut Family LawAnatomy of A Divorce Trial: Direct Examination of Your Clients1998
Stamford/Norwalk Regional Bar AssociationSeminar on Family Law1991
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Icahn v. IcahnMatter settled privately
Divorce, alimony, child support, property settlementSuccessful for my client and her children

Reviews

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Review Elaine Silver

Mediator I can trust

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Elaine was the answer to my problem. When we met with Elaine, she was compassionate about the situation. The divorce proceeding had already taken two years with no dissolution. I felt that there was no end in sight. We had two businesses that we had to separate. I was overwhelmed and exhausted holding up both business and having to deal with an X who was verbally abusive and drank profusely What I really appreciated about Elaine is that she was compassionate about the situation and fair to both sides. She made sure that we stuck to the issues and talked about what each of us wanted out of the mediation to come to an agreement. Divorce is never easy but, if you’re looking for a great mediator who you can trust, one who will treat you with respect as you walk through the negotiation process, give her a call. She is not all about the money. She truly cares about the people she helps to find a fair settlement.
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Elaine Silver's response: Thank you for your kind words.

Good collaborative attorney kept me focused on the right things during difficult process

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The reason I hired Elaine Silver after meeting with several attorneys is that she did not treat the divorce as a contest that "my side" was trying to win, and she did not promise me it would be easy and I would get everything I wanted. Instead, she was respectful of the emotional difficulty of dividing a family, and she sought a settlement that was fair to my non-working ex-wife while also safeguarding my long-term financial independence. Elaine's reassurance helped cool me off when my ex-wife was being particularly inflammatory or uncooperative, and she had a wealth of interpersonal and emotional expertise for handling difficult negotiations, in addition to her legal expertise. All of this allowed us to reach a settlement without requiring the indignity and expense of a trial. Elaine is upfront and transparent about her fees; they are not the lowest around, but they are fair, and I never felt surprised or ambushed by a fee I didn't expect. She is not the type to bill you for a one-sentence e-mail or for picking up the phone for a thirty-second status update. I am happy with my choice of Elaine Silver to represent me in my divorce, and I would recommend her to anyone who is interested in keeping his divorce as civil, respectful, and amicable as possible.
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Elaine Silver's response: Thank you Chris for your kind words. I appreciate you trusting me with this most difficult life transition.
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Attorney endorsements

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Homer Jordan, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 15, 2018
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer. She has a great reputation in her field among her peers and clients alike.

Charlotte Erdmann, Tax Attorney on Sep 20, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse Elaine in all areas of family law. She is experienced and knowledgeable but she also really cares about her clients and takes the time to explain the law while setting clear expectations of what is actually possible.

Melisa Medina, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 23, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Elaine is a wonderful and compassionate mediator and attorney. I highly recommend her!

Arthur Grossman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 13, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Elaine for about 5 years. She has mediated cases for me and is a fellow member of the Collaborative Family Law Group of Central Florida. She is a wonderful person and a skilled mediator and lawyer. She is professional, ethical, empathetic, and funny too!

Jose Acevedo, Family Attorney on Jan 7, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with her as opposing counsel and with her in the role of mediator. I greatly appreciate how knowledgeable and effective she is.

Lan Kennedy-Davis, Business Attorney on Mar 3, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Elaine Silver is an excellent mediator who I have used many times. She has a command for family law and has been very successful with the cases that she has mediated for me. I whole heartedly recommend using Elaine.

Stanton Cobb, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 1, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Elaine is a terrific lawyer and a great person. She is a shining example of professionalism and civility in the Central Florida family law bar. I am honored to call her my colleague.

Cost

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  • Hourly Rates$300-$400/hour
    PAYMENT METHODS

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