John Elias

John Elias

4.7
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 38 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Pembroke Pines, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Appeals, Child Custody ... +2 more

11200 Pines Blvd Ste 200, Pembroke Pines, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 38 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1987

Member in Good Standing

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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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John Elias's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

45 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by Fery | February 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Scammer

Dont ever scammer he will take your money for nothing!!!! Dont ever try to, my experience was terrible with him

John Elias

Replied last February 26, 2025

I understand your frustration However it is not right to say that I’ve done nothing in your case Just yesterday you advised that your Husband might sign a waiver of service if process which we prepared and sent to you We also have been attempting to contact a process server who can effectuate service of process overseas If you want schedule an appointment so we can discuss how to quickly resolve the issue relating to serving your husband The waiver of service of process is the fastest way

Posted by Todd | November 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Family court

I spoke with John he is very professional andfront on the stragedies to proceed with my case.i felt at ease spreaking with him and to know he is going to do the best he can .I have had other attorney say one thing then do nothing. I'm so glad I got with a real attorney who is will to take the challen...ge. Thanks John and staff for positive help in this time of need to see my 2 year old daughter. I will fight until the end for my only daughter . Thumbs this firm Don't go by only reviews go speak with them and get your best

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...ffice are awesome as well. Thank You John!!!

Posted by KHS | June 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Brilliant, compassionate and strategic - Highly Recommended

After a long period, interviewing and researching attorneys to handle my divorce, John Elias came highly recommended to me. I did not know it at the time as I was scared and confused but retaining him as my lawyer was the best decision I made. My divorce was complicated and contentious. John fough...t hard and strategized to secure an incredible settlement on a case that seemed inevitably bound to go to court. He is a brilliant thinker, and both he and his staff are indefatigably reliable. Each decision he made he consulted with me, and with compassionate council always kept the best interest of my children and myself at the fore. I trust John Elias implicitly and I do recommend him highly without reservation.

Posted by David | April 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Reasonable & Honest

I got to give credit to John's ability to multitask and stay professional and honest about the matters of my previous divorce during his busy schedule. Never tried to force his services, John simply gave his constructive experience towards the matter and totally left it up to me!! So even though I pl...an on never divorcing again I do recommend others to John and his great staff. To sum it up a great lawyer during hard times = resolution!! Thanks John and paralegal' s.

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John Elias's Lawyer Endorsements

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Derrick Morales

Family lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Jonny Kousa

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable and smart. Great appellate lawyer as well."

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Richard Sierra

Family lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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!"

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Monica Holden

Appeals lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Lucia Pineiro

Family lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Gordon Nicol

Family lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A true professional. Incredibly knowledgeable. I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Corey

Family lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Sasha Katz

Family lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Mark Abzug

Family lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Steven Berzner

Family lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Kristine Johnson

Unknown lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Gloria Gonzalez

Family lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Gary Maisel

Family lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Vivian Reyes

Family lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Deborah Byles

Family lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Barry Yablen

Family lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Karina Arzumanova

Family lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. John and I worked together on several matters and he has been very professional, knowledgeable and courteous at all times."

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Lawrence Hashish

Family lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

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 Bar

Member

Education

1986

Capital University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

Arabic

Spanish

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