Robert Dale Orshan

Robert Dale Orshan

4.2
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 45 years

Family Lawyer at Coral Gables, FL
Practice Areas: Family

150 Alhambra Cir Ste 1150, Coral Gables, FL

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

Mr. Orshan focuses his practice on complex family and matrimonial law litigation, including, but not limited to, divorce, child custody, division of assets, child support, alimony, relocation, modification proceedings, paternity and appellate law.

46 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 45 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1980

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Orshan, Spann & Fernandez-Mesa

150 Alhambra Cir Ste 1150, Coral Gables, FL, 33134-4542

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Robert Dale Orshan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (2)

Posted by Jose S. | October 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Paternity/Relocation Services

I retained Bobby and his Firm to represent me in a Paternity/Relocation matter in Miami-Dade County. Bobby was recommended to me by a fellow attorney who practiced in Family law as being "One of the Best Family Lawyers in Miami." I thank my friend for the recommendation and can assure you that Bobb...y is not "one" of the best....he IS the best. Prior to representing me, Bobby contacted me, personally, and spoke about the case. It appeared that he was interviewing me to confirm if I was the type of Client that he would want to represent. This resonated with me for two reasons: First, as an Attorney myself, I understand that dealing with Clients and managing expectations is challenging. To that end, understanding the Client's goals is critical to being able to deliver those results given the facts of the matter. Second, I immediately understood that when Bobby takes on a representation, he is 100% invested in his Client, the Client's best interest and successfully navigating through the litigation to reach that outcome. Both of my realizations where accurate. From the inception, Bobby and his Firm invested their resources, expertise and attention to my case. Bobby is a master at analyzing the facts of a case, confirming what the best result is for the Client then plotting a strategic course to achieve that goal. His legal vision, quite honestly and based on my almost two decades of litigation experience, is uncanny. His ability to materialize that vision is even better. Within weeks, Bobby and his Firm were in control of the litigation. Bobby and his firm always communicated with me and explained the decisions before they were taken so that I truly felt part of the process. I never felt that Bobby and his Firm were taking advantage of me. Quite the contrary, I always felt that my matter was being handled with the utmost professionalism, attention and skill. whether it were day, night, or on the weekends, Bobby would always make himself available to discuss my matter. I appreciate his representation, his attention to detail and his unyielding dedication to his craft. Bobby truly is the best in the business and I wholeheartedly and unequivocally recommend him and his Firm for any Family law related matter.

Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Bobby Orshan

It is my pleasure to write a review for Bobby Orshan.His meticulous attention to detail,expertise, patience ,professional demeanor and honesty guided me through my divorce.Bobbys team is highly skilled. Bobby answered my many phone calls and emails in a timely manner.He made me feel like I was his o...nly client, even though I was one of many many clients. I highly recommend Bobby Orshan .If you are looking for the best, look no further.

Posted by anonymous | December 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Velvet Hammer in a Tough Process

Divorce is about the worst experience one could imagine, particularly when children are involved. Its also very expensive. I found the team to be very smart and highly tactical with all issues encountered. It was clear that in court the Orshan team is well respected and I believe that created an oppo...rtunity to settle in the end. In what is always a lose lose proposition Orshan was able to position the financial aspects of my divorce to where I could easily move forward and rebuild my life from a very strong base.

Posted by David | August 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Best

Bobby and Steve are the most compassionate, competent family lawyers in town. They also might be the smartest and the most thorough. Without boring readers with our specific issues, suffice to say that our case was complex. Nothing bothered the folks at Orshan. Bobby would get this look on his fa...ce like Sherlock Holmes thinking about a case. He figured out everything--sensibly, truthfully, effectively. His associate Steve was equally helpful. He told us the truth: "You will likely win this; you probably won't win that." On the rare occasions when he did not know how something would turn out, he said in a straightforward way, "I don't know." But the best part was the lack of any "slice and dice" attitude. Bobby and Steve wen after what was fair. They didn't ask for the moon. They were willing to settle. These are decent, honorable guys. But make no mistake, if you need a fighter, this is the firm to hire. They don't back down either. They know the law; they know what's right; and they protect the interests of their clients. In short, I can not recommend them highly enough.

Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Client

The old adage " if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is" describes my experience hiring Robert D. Orshan as my divorce attorney. His practice of law throughout the entire time he represented me, personified everything one hears in regard to family law being a racket and fraud. He exhibited l...ittle to no regard for the well-being of my children, when he persistently ignored many of my emails and phone calls and continuously deflected and escalated issues. He used my case to devise ways for him to increase his monetary gain such as, escalating conflict at the expense of myself and my children, offering no resolution to issues, increasing the duration of the case, and stealing. Moreover, I was deceived on custody issues, thus finding out at a later date that he colluded with the other side, rather than represent my children and I in the manner in which I asked to be represented. I fired him after a horrible incident occurred with one my children. As a client wrote in a prior review here, I ended up representing myself. I do not recommend hiring this lawyer. I held off on writing a public review for a long time, but after catching a glimpse of his latest website, I cannot sit back and allow another mother or her children to be lured into his trap. Unfortunately, I had to find out through a horrific experience, that this lawyer is misrepresenting himself to the public. A heinous experience.

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Robert Dale Orshan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Steven Spann

Family lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Barry Yablen

Family lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer. Bobby is a top notch family law attorney. I have litigated family cases against Bobby and found him to be rationally aggressive and able to achieve very favorable results for his client. I have also used Bobby recently as a mediator in a dissolution of marriage case and found him to be tireless and effective in getting the case settled. Bobby always brings to the table a thorough knowledge of family law and many years of trial experience."

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Aileen Mesa

Family lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Bobby is one of the most (if not the most) skilled litigators and negotiators that I have ever met. Bobby's ability to strategize and resolve the most highly complex issues allows him to effectively advocate for his clients. I have a high regard for Bobby and the manner in which he practices family law."

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Peter Berkman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Friend

"Robert is my go to man for bouncing ideas and strategy. He is extremely knowledgeable and professional"

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Brian Glatzer

Family lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Although I am a Personal Injury Trial Attorney, Robert was on the opposing side of my father's divorce case. Robert is an excellent, skilled, experienced, personable attorney. In fact, I have such respect for him that recently, one of my family members retained him. Robert is Dade County's top family lawyers bar none. And he is highly recommended for any and all family matters."

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Steven Spann

Family lawyer

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Aileen Mesa

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2023

Top 10 Family Law Attorney, Best of the Best Attorneys

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2023

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

America’s Most Honored Lawyers – Top 1%, American Registry

2022

Leading Family & Matrimonial Law Litigator, AI Global Media

2022

Top 10 Family Law Attorney, Best of the Best Attorneys

2022

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2022

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

AV Preeminent Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2021

AV Preeminent Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Top 10 Family Law Attorney, Best of the Best Attorneys

2021

America’s Most Honored Lawyers – Top 1%, American Registry

2021

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

America’s Most Honored Lawyers – Top 1%, American Registry

2020

AV Preeminent Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

America’s Most Honored Lawyers – Top 1%, American Registry

2019

AV Preeminent Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Top Attorneys in Florida, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

America’s Most Honored Lawyers – Top 1%, American Registry

2018

AV Preeminent Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

AV Preeminent Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top Attorneys in Florida, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

America’s Most Honored Lawyers – Top 1%, American Registry

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

America’s Most Honored Lawyers – Top 1%, American Registry

2016

America's Most Honored Professionals, The American Registry

2016

AV Preeminent Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Top Attorneys In Florida, Miami Herald

2015

Top Rated Family Lawyer, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top Rated Lawyers in Litigation, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2011

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2011

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Preeminent Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2010

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2009

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2008

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2007

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Managing Partner, Orshan, Spann & Fernandez-Mesa

2012 - 2015

Managing Partner, Orshan Law Group, LLC

2000 - 2012

Managing Partner, Orshan & Fajardo, P.A.

Associations

2009 - Present

The First Family Law American Inn of Court

Member

1980 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

Dade County Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Phi Alpha Delta

Member

Collaborative Family Law Institute

Member

KidSide, Inc.

Member

Florida International University’s Law Center Dean’s Counsel

Family Law Section, The Florida Bar

Member

Cuban American Bar Association

Member

Federalist Society

Member

Grovenor House

Past President

Education

1980

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Tulane University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

Monthly In-House Training for Family Judicial Officers

Imputing with Impunity

2021

Florida International University College of Law

Family Law, Guest Lecturer

2019

University of Miami School of Law

Family Law, Guest Lecturer

2014

22nd Annual Nuts and Bolts of Family Law

Attorney's Fees and Trial

N/A

Florida Board of Accountancy Conference

Pre-Nuptial Agreements

N/A

American Society of Appraisers Conference

Do's and Don'ts in Expert Testimony

Publications

2023

Florida Super Lawyers Magazine Florida Super Lawyers

Languages

English

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