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I, attorney John Elias, have dedicated more than 35 Years to helping Florida clients obtain meaningful and lasting family law solutions. I fully understand how the outcome of a legal proceeding can affect a family’s future for years to come and am compassionate to emotional challenges that arise.
Due to my extensive experience and familiarity with the local court system, I can provide clients with overview of their case and help them set realistic expectations. This method of providing upfront and honest legal representation has allowed me to obtain many successful outcomes and earn my client’s loyalty. I receive a lot of referrals from former clients and other lawyers.
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Licensed in Florida for 38 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1987
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Location
Law Offices of John Elias
11200 Pines Blvd Ste 200, Pembroke Pines, FL, 33026-4139
John Elias Family Law
7950 NW 155th St, Suite 207, Miami Lakes, FL, 33014
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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Dunia | May 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent!
While looking for an attorney for my divorce i wanted to find someone that made me feel at ease. well look no further than John. He is honest, fair and responds to any text immediately. so grateful to have met him and i recommend him 100%. He kept me informed every step of the way, the girls at the o...
Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Business
Highly experienced and recommended
I don’t know from where to start or how much to thank you! John was recommended through a client that works with him for years, I had some business issues that needed a lawyer and with respect to lawyers not any lawyer can solve it. I was discussing my situation with my friend and he kept insisting t...
Posted by Carrie | March 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommended
After speaking with a few lawyers to handle my divorce, I found John Elias. He was very informative as well as staying in touch through the process.
Posted by Robert | March 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Terrific Service!
I am so appreciative to John for his help, guidance, and counsel on my divorce. The process was very quick and efficient. He and his staff were always timely with responses to any questions or concerns I had. I highly recommend!
Posted by Felix | May 04, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Great Attorney
Mr. Elias is a wonderful attorney. We recently hired him to help us with a divorce as well as a law suit. Not only was he professional and courteous, but he was also accurate and thorough. He is honest with his clients and always has their best interest at heart. He always made himself available to d...
John Elias's Lawyer Endorsements
"It is my pleasure and honor to endorse a master attorney in the field of family law. Mr. Elias has been a mentor, co counsel and adivisor anytime I call on him for the best legal advice. Mr. Elias is without a doubt a top family law attorney in the state of Florida. I have been witness to many favorable results in complex divorce cases that Mr. Elias has worked on."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable and smart. Great appellate lawyer as well."
"It is my pleasure to recommend John Elias. I've referred clients to John and he is extremely competent and compassionate to his clients. I highly recommend him!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of working on the opposing side of an appeal. He is a knowledgeable, experienced, and courteous attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a tenacious attorney. He is highly competent, diligent, and honest. It is a pleasure to have him as opposing counsel. In addition, he is always willing to help others, like myself, with assistance when needed."
"A true professional. Incredibly knowledgeable. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with John for over thirty years and he is one of the most respectable lawyers in this community. He specializes in Family and Family Appellate law. I highly recommend John Elias for any Family or Family Law Appellate Matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is both personable and professional. I trust him with my clients who are in need of family law services - - and would trust him to represent me."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known John for years but this was the first case I had against him. He's an excellent attorney and practices with professionalism."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Elias is a competent and compassionate attorney. He works hard to resolve the issues at hand while ensuring the best resolution for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John for many years and know him to be a very competent attorney. John zealously represents his clients and is always professional to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Elias is dedicated and zealous litigator with extensive experience in handling complex litigation matters. In addition to his trial skills his appellate work is exemplary."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to work with John over the years. I have handled numerous mediations for him. During each and every mediation, John has conducted himself with the utmost professionalism, with an eye towards trying to come to a fair and equitable resolution for his clients, but also making sure his client's best interests are protected."
"I endorse this lawyer. John was opposing counsel on a family law matter. He vigorously defended his client's rights but was always professional and respectful. All of the issues in our case were litigated at trial. John is very knowledgeable in his practice of family law."
"I endorse this lawyer. As a mediator on some of John's cases, I have seen how prepared he is at the mediations. He is patient with his clients, keeps them well informed of the law and allows them to be empowered to make their own decisions, with his legal guidance. He is a consummate professional."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have been both an opposing counsel in a divorce case with John as well as served as a mediator in family law cases in which John was counsel. John was always well prepared, a strong advocate and able to achieve a favorable result for his clients. John is an excellent family law attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. John and I worked together on several matters and he has been very professional, knowledgeable and courteous at all times."
"I highly recommend John Elias. I worked with John Elias on many family law cases. John is very competent and knowledgeable in the law and very detail oriented. He has successfully handled many complex and highly contested divorces and appeals. He is very honest and treats his clients like family."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1986 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Office of John Elias
1987 - 1987
Clerk, State Of Florida State Attorney's Office
Associations
1986 - Present
Florida BarMember
Education
1986
Capital University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
Arabic
Spanish
Activity
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Q&A
How long does it take to get a date set to see a magistrate?
22 May 2015
Q&A
What would happen if an individual don't answer to the papers he or she have been serve for paternity?
14 Apr 2015
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Can I communicate with Opposing Counsel While I'm Represented?
09 Apr 2015