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4.9 /5.0
56 Client Reviews
$ 850-850 per hour
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Christy Lyn Hertz
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About Christy
Biography
Christy L. Hertz focuses her practice on the litigation and mediation of high-conflict divorce and complex family law matters. For more than 30 years, Ms. Hertz has represented clients in sophisticated and high-stakes cases, including property division, alimony, relocation issues, domestic violence matters, child-related issues and the modification and enforcement of marital settlement agreements. She also assist clients with paternity matters and the preparation and enforcement of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.
In addition to family law, Ms. Hertz handles estate, trust, and guardianship litigation, often intersecting with high-asset divorce and complex family disputes. Her approach combines strategic advocacy and a commitment to protecting her clients’ interests while helping them navigate these transitions with clarity, discretion, and confidence.
Ms. Hertz specializes in high net worth mediation and litigation for divorce and family law, estates, trusts, and guardianships, with over 32 years of experience.
Ms. Hertz specializes in high net worth mediation and litigation for divorce, timesharing and parenting disputes, relocation, paternity, final judgment enforcement and modification, and domestic violence for over 32 years.
Ms. Hertz specializes in high net worth mediation and litigation for divorce, timesharing and parenting disputes, relocation, paternity, final judgment enforcement and modification, and domestic violence for over 32 years.
Ms. Hertz specializes in preparation and litigation of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements for over 32 years.
Ms. Hertz specializes in mediation and litigation of guardianship representing the guardian or interested person.
Ms. Hertz specializes in mediation and litigation of estates and trusts, representing the personal representative, beneficiary and creditor.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Family
50%
33 years
Divorce and Separation
15%
33 years
Marriage and Prenuptials
15%
33 years
Guardianship
10%
33 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 32 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Hertz • Sager
(305) 444-3324
Fax
3081 Salzedo Street, Suite 201, Coral Gables, FL, 33134
hertzsager.comOnline Presence
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Showing 6 - 10 of 15 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Attorney with intelligence, knowledge, decency, power.
Beyond jokes and triviality, divorce sucks to the core. If you’re experiencing it, it is the craziest thing to ever take a single head into. The world out there is cynical and sometimes numb to your affliction and anxieties. As long as the matter is within the courts’ wires, anything is possible. ...
Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
An Attorney that CARES, and is Exceedingly COMPETENT!!!!!
Ms. Hertz represented me in my recently completed divorce. In my professional career I deal with attorneys in a commercial environment. I mentioned this, because I have a sixth sense that allows me to quickly determine when an attorney is not at their best. With Ms. Hertz, no matter what time of t...
Posted by Marielle | January 24, 2015 | Real Estate
Christy Knows the Law
Ms. Hertz recently represented me in a dispute over a quit claim deed. The Final hearing took place yesterday, 1/22/2015, and the Judge on numerous occassions, mentioned how complicated the case was. After a three hour trial, we won the case. During the last six months, Ms. Hertz responded immedia...
Posted by Maite | September 17, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU !!!
I was part of an ugly drawn out divorce involving high conflict custodial issues. Luckily, I found Christy and her team. She is a professional, honest and caring lawyer. She is extremely fair and very knowledgable. I had gone with another attorney first and had a horrible experience. Christy came hi...
Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Divorce Attorney
Christy Hertz is an excellent divorce attorney. She is very calm, a great listener and very easy to talk to. She was always open to a frienldy settlement; however, was firm with opposing counsel when necessary. My divorce had several unique issues and Christy always guided me in the right directio...
Christy Lyn Hertz's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Christy Hertz for approximately ten years. I have been both opposing counsel as well as a mediator in family law cases with Christy. I have first hand knowledge of Christy's steadfast advocacy and her ability and skill in achieving results for her clients. It is without hesitation that I endorse Christy Hertz as an excellent family law attorney."
"I have worked with Christy on several cases over the last 13 years. She is always well prepared. She is one of the best family law (domestic relations) lawyers in Miami. She also does a large amount of guardianship litigation as part of her Family Law practice. I cannot say enough good things about her."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Ms. Hertz on several matters and give her the highest possible endorsement."
"Christy is an excellent attorney that always fights hard for her clients but at the same time is practical and interested in trying to settle her cases whenever possible. I always enjoy working with her."
"Ms. Hertz is an excellent family attorney with extensive knowledge and experience in the field. She is a zealous advocate who truly cares about achieving the best outcome for her clients. I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Hertz on several matters and I wholeheartedly endorse her work."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I had the pleasure of having Christy Hertz as opposing counsel in one of my cases. Ms. Hertz is a well respected and seasoned marital and family law litigator who is held in high regard by her fellow members of the bar and judiciary."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Christy Hertz is a serious litigator when she needs to be, and a creative problem solver when that is the required approach. Always up to date on the latest legal issues, I would highly recommend Ms. Hertz to a potential client needing assistance."
"I have had the privilege of observing Christy in action. She is diligent, creative and knowledgeable. I endorse Christy as a family law practicioner."
"I highly endorse Christy Hertz. I have known Ms. Hertz for many years. I don’t practice family law. But often I have clients ask me for qualified referrals for divorce cases, guardianships, etc. I have referred many clients to her for representation, and each and every one have thanked me. I know her to be experienced, prepared and effective. I strongly recommend Ms. Hertz."
"I know Christy Hertz to be a well-respected, very intelligent and experienced litigator. She is also an excellent and effective Florida Supreme Court certified family law mediator. She is a credit to the legal profession and I highly endorse her."
"I have worked with Ms. Hertz on a variety of divorce matters, including enforcement of marital settlement agreements in dozens of cases. She is one of the most experienced and effective family law attorneys in South Florida. She is well-versed in family law and has a vast amount of experience in the areas of accounting, psychology and probate and guardianship. Regardless of the complexity of your case, I strongly recommend Ms. Hertz as your advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. We have been opposing counsel on cases, and have subsequently worked as co- counsel also. She is highly professional, smart, ethical and knowledgable about family law. I would not hesitate to endorse this attorney, and in fact, I have recommended her when I have a conflict."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers
2024
2024 AV Preeminent Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell®
2024
Avvo Superb Top Rated Lawyer, Avvo
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
America's Most Honored Lawyers - Top 10% 2023, Americas Most Hoored
2023
America's Most Honored Law Firm, Americas Most Honored
2023
2023 AV Preeminent Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
America's Most Honored Lawyers - Top 1% 2022, Americas Most Honored
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Top Law Firms 2022, South Florida Legal Guide
2022
2022 AV Preeminent Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
AV Preeminent Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
America's Most Honored Lawyers - Top 1 % 2021, Americas Most Honored
2021
Top 100 Super Lawyers in Miami, Florida Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
AV Preeminent Attorney - Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
America's Most Honored Professionals - Top 1%, America's Most Honored
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Top Attorneys, American Registry
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Florida Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
America's Most Honored Professionals Top 1%, America's Most Honored
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
AV Preeminent Rated - Judicial Review, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocates
2016
Legal Elite, Legal Trend Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2019 - Present
President, Hertz • Sager
1996 - 2018
President, Christy L. Hertz, P.A.
Associations
2019 - Present
Coral Gables Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
The Florida BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Amal Crane v. Matthew Crane
The Father prevailed in his request for the Mother to have a psychological evaluation.
Richard Schurr and Christy Hertz vs. Silverio and Hall
We prevailed
Charles Viscito and Barbara Viscito
We won the trial and the appeal.
Brian Edward Gonzalez vs. Marielle De La Hoz
We won the trial and the appeal.
Education
1993
St. Thomas University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of Miami
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1986
Ransom Everglades School
High School
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers