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Cathleen Winter focuses her practice in family law, including areas concerning divorce, alimony and spousal support, child support, child custody and visitation, modification proceedings, paternity, Prenuptial Agreements, Postnuptial Agreements, and domestic violence matters.
Cathleen graduated cum laude from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in May 2016 and earned a Certificate in Family Law and her Juris Doctor degree. Cathleen is a member of the Florida Bar and the Central Florida Family Law Inn of Court. Cathleen also previously served as President of the Greater Orlando Asian American Bar Association, and is a Founding Member of the American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators (AACFL) Orlando Chapter.
Cathleen was recognized by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys for exceptional and outstanding client service and was listed as the 10 Best Attorneys in Florida in 2018. Cathleen was also selected in 2020 – 2024 to the Super Lawyers Florida Rising Stars list. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. In 2021, Super Lawyers also selected Cathleen as a Top-Rated Family Law Attorney.
In addition to the above, Cathleen also received a recognition in The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America Editions 2021-2025 for her work in Family Law and was also listed as one of Orlando Family Magazine's Awesome Attorneys in Family Law for 2021. The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch is a recognition for attorneys for outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States. Awesome Attorneys is an annual list of leading lawyers in the Greater Orlando area chosen by peers and Orlando Family Magazine readers.
Cathleen is a proud Asian American and is fluent in Mandarin Chinese, allowing her to assist clients in the Asian American Pacific Islander community.
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815 North Magnolia Avenue, Suite 300, Orlando, FL, 32803
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Posted by anonymous | April 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Professional and Compassionate
I am incredibly grateful for Cathleen and how she represented my custody case with understanding and compassion yet still maintaining the highest level of professionalism. From the beginning, Cathleen took the time to listen and had my best interest at heart. I am beyond grateful to Cathleen for her...
Posted by anonymous | April 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
One of the best family law attorneys around!
Going through a divorce is never easy, but having Cathleen on my side made all the difference. From our very first phone call, she was professional, honest, and incredibly supportive. Cathleen took the time to really understand my situation and made me feel informed and empowered. Divorce can be o...
Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly Recommend
Attorney Winter was incredible during my very difficult divorce case. She was very organized and supportive. I highly recommend her services.
Posted by Barbara | October 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Absolutely Amazing!
Cathleen is amazing! She is aggressive, knowledgeable and extremely professional. Cathleen was always quick to respond to any question or issue and she truly cared about my safety. She put great time and energy into representing me and helped me get the best possible resolution. I’m truly gratefu...
Posted by Simon T. | July 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Client
Over the last year, I've had the pleasure of working with one of the brightest attorney's in my 31 years of business. Cathleen was Uber-Responsive to all of my questions, empathic to the nth degree, and heart of gold. My legal process was lengthy, stressful, and tedious to say least. Cathleen always ...
"Cathleen is a superb and passionate attorney. She truly has her client's interest at heart in what she does. I endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer; she is talented, efficient and knowledgeable. She is a great asset to the legal community."
"I have known Cathleen for just over a year and I would endorse her as an exceptional attorney. Cathleen is a tenacious and dedicated to her client’s needs. Her willingness and confidence to help any client, colleague, or friend is unparalleled."
"Cathleen is an excellent attorney and a true advocate for her clients. I have worked on many complex cases with her and her hard work and dedication always shines through! I endorse Cathleen as a wonderful person and great attorney."
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2025
The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, Best Lawyers
2024
Florida Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2024
The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, Best Lawyers
2023
Florida Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, Best Lawyers
2022
Florida Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, Best Lawyers
2021
Florida Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, Best Lawyers
2021
Awesome Attorneys in Family Law, Orlando Family Magazine
2021
Top-Rated Family Law Attorney, SuperLawyers
2020
Florida Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2024 - Present
Attorney, Winter Law
2023 - 2024
Attorney, O'Mara Law Group
2018 - 2023
Attorney, Rebecca L. Palmer Law Group
2017 - 2018
Attorney, Orlando Legal
2016 - 2017
Attorney, Palmer, Weiss, Grunor & Barclay Law
2016 - 2016
Advanced Certified Legal Intern, The Family Advocacy Clinic
2015 - 2015
Legal Intern, The Eighth Judicial Circuit Court
2015 - 2016
Certified Legal Intern, The Family Advocacy Clinic
2010 - 2013
Paralegal, Weiss, Grunor, Barclay & Barnett
2023 - Present
Greater Orlando Asian American Bar AssociationFormer President
2018 - Present
Central Florida Family Law American Inn of CourtMember
2018 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2022 - 2023
Greater Orlando Asian American Bar AssociationPresident
2021 - 2022
Greater Orlando Asian American Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
2020 - 2021
Greater Orlando Asian American Bar AssociationDirector
2016
JD - Juris Doctor
2023
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