$ 300-450 per hour
Vanessa Alexandra Vasquez de Lara
also known as Vanessa Vasquez de Lara, Vanessa Vasquez
About Vanessa
Biography
Vanessa Vasquez de Lara, Esq. is the founder and owner of Vasquez de Lara Law Group, a law firm dedicated to assisting families with the legal issues affecting them, and their loved ones in family and probate court. Ms. Vasquez de Lara graduated cum laude from the University of Miami School of Law in 2002. She has been named to the 2015 Super Lawyers Rising Stars and 2016-2022 Super Lawyers lists. She is an experienced family law litigator. Cases handled in family court include divorce, paternity, child custody, child support, modification, and relocation matters.
Mrs. Vasquez de Lara has been featured multiple times on Univision’s Despierta America, a national television show, for her family law knowledge. She has been extensively involved in her community including as an elected member of the board of the Young Lawyers Section of the Dade County Bar Association. She is also active in the Solo and Small Firm Committee of the Miami Dade Bar, as well as the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar. She is also an active board member of the Dominican American Bar Association and the Coral Gables Bar Association. She is also the Founder of the Supreme Scholars Foundation, an organization created to honor the memory of Ricardo de Lara by providing scholarships to deserving high school graduates.
Mrs. Vasquez de Lara is involved with all cases handled by the firm. She manages all matters and clients with a fantastic staff of associate attorneys and administrative staff. All of the clients’ needs are considered and discussed prior to the acceptance of any and every case to ensure that all matters are adequately handled to the best of the firm’s abilities. Emergency matters are handled expeditiously and every client can communicate directly with the attorney and her staff.
If you have any questions regarding family law matter, please do not hesitate to contact the Vasquez de Lara Law Group for an appointment.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
35%
23 years
Child Custody
20%
23 years
Family
20%
23 years
Uncontested Divorce
15%
23 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 22 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Vanessa Vasquez de Lara, Esq.
7700 North Kendall Drive, Suite 607, Miami, FL, 33156
Coral Gables Office
201 Alhambra Cir # 500, Coral Gables, FL, 33134
Miami Downtown
111 NE 1st Street, 8th Floor, Miami, FL, 33132
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Posted by Maya | January 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Terrible experience
My case was assigned to one of the associates. After paying my retainer I have been submitting documents that were necessary to take action. I was not able to get answers to simplest questions and after a couple weeks she stopped responding altogether. Nothing of substance was ever filed in my case a...
Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Competent, knowledgeable, professional attorney
If I could give attorney Vanessa Vasquez de Lara a rating of 10 stars, I definitely would. She represented me in a lengthy modification of parenting agreement process and it’s because of her tenacity, knowledge and professionalism that I was granted sole parental responsibility of my child among oth...
Posted by Zaira | August 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Handled our Divorce Amazingly
My Special Needs Little boy and I will be eternally grateful for helping us thru the divorce. Everything was handled with utmost professionalism. The office sraff was accomodating of my disabilities and handled conferences online. Highly appreciated.
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Horrible experience!
If I could leave ZERO stars I would! I went to this lady because I was told she's amazing and a closer, over $15,000 in less than 4 months my case was worse than it began, and I literally had an open and shut case (ex had a DV incident with BF in front of kids). This lady would also refuse to go to c...
Vanessa de Lara
Replied last January 10, 2020I am so sorry to hear about your negative experience. It is our policy to represent every client to the best of our ability. I do not recognize the details you have included here, so I am unaware of how to contact you to discuss further. Please feel free to call me to discuss your concerns.
Posted by Karen | September 27, 2019 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly recommend
I just had a consultation to get an idea of what my case would be like, if I had one and I were to move forward with my decision. She explained everything to me with a lot of detail and explained what the worse case scenario would be, what to expect in court and what I needed to move forward with the...
Vanessa Alexandra Vasquez de Lara's Lawyer Endorsements
"Vanessa exemplifies dedication and compassion in her advocacy and work. I wholeheartedly endorse this exceptional lawyer.""
"I endorse this lawyer. Vanesssa was a pleasure to work with during our case."
"Vanessa is my go to family guru. Always happy to answer my questions and concerns regarding anything family law. Super knowledgeable, giving, kind, and always willing to lend a hand. I highly recommend her and endorse her as a colleague and friend."
"Vanessa is much more than an excellent attorney, she is also an excellent colleague. We have been opposing counsels on matters and have also worked together through some tough cases. Whether we're on opposite sides or the same side, Vanessa is the consummate professional. Additionally, she is known to genuinely care for her colleagues and provide invaluable support for fellow members of the profession. I am grateful for her support and fortunate to call her my friend."
"Vanessa is outstanding! She has an incredible grasp of the law and is talented both in the courtroom and at the negotiating table. She is known for being one of our SuperLawyers and has been a trusted source of knowledge and experience for me as well as all of our colleagues in the community. You are definitely in good hands with Vanessa!"
"Vanessa is a great attorney who is highly respected by her clients and in the community, I endorse her wholeheartedly."
"I had the pleasure of meeting Vanessa recently at an event. She is extremely knowledgeable in family law matters. Her legal expertise and dedication to her clients are unmatched in this area. If you want a seasoned trial professional who zealously advocates for her clients, you should retain her services. You will not be disappointed."
"I recently heard Vanessa speak at a function and quickly learned of her passion for helping people with family law and custody issues. She puts people first and if you need an attorney in the area of family or child custody, I would strongly suggest hiring Vanessa."
"Vanessa really cares about her clients and is passionate about helping families through a hard time."
"Vanessa is highly knowledgeable and experienced in her field. She is a zealous and passionate attorney that will fight for you."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Vanessa is extremely experienced in estate planning and family law. She fights effectively for her clients and protects their assets."
"Vanessa is a talented lawyer and leads a first class legal team."
"Vanessa is a knowledgeable and compassionate attorney. Her firm provides excellent legal services to her clients."
"Vanessa is compassionate and dedicated to her clients. Her background and experience enables her to effectively represent her client's interests; especially when it comes to the delicate and sensitive issues involved in a domestic relations practice."
"Vanessa and her team provide exceptional legal experience on all of her matters. She also passionately cares about the Hispanic community and endeavors to educate them on the legal processes in which she represents them. I highly endorse her and her team."
"Vanessa is an excellent family attorney. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and well respected in the legal community. I recommend that you call her if you have any questions about any facet of family law."
"I have worked with Vanessa on several cases thought the years. I have always found her to be very professional and personable. I have also referred may clients to Vanessa and they always sing her praises."
"I completely endorse this lawyer. Vanessa is very detailed oriented and very attuned to her clients. She is completely dedicated to representing her clients' interests during the entire case process."
"Ms. Vasquez de Lara is a talented and knowledgeable bilingual attorney. I highly recommend and endorse this lawyer!"
"Vanessa is a knowledgeable and very hard working attorney. She is known in the community for her willingness to help her clients and fellow attorneys through any issues that may arise. She is a true asset!"
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Experience
Honors
2019
Super Lawyers 2019, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyers 2018, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer 2017, Super Lawyers
2017
Florida Legal Elite 2017, Florida Trend Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer 2016, Super Lawyers
2016
Distinguished Advocate of Pro Bono Commitment, Dade County Bar Association
2015
Super Lawyer - Rising Star 2015, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner and Senior Attorney, Vasquez de Lara Law Group
2004 - 2008
Associate Attorney, Estefano & Associates
2003 - 2004
Associate Attorney, Lanza & Bugay, PA
Associations
2020 - Present
Supreme Scholars FoundationFounder
2019 - Present
Coral Gables Bar AssociationSecretary
2018 - Present
Pinecrest Business AssociationBoard Member
2015 - Present
Dominican American Bar AssociationBoard Member, Officer
2010 - Present
Dade County Bar AssociationCo-Chair Committee for Solo and Small Firms
Family Court Committee
Member
Florida Bar Family Law Section
Member
Florida Bar Real Property, Probate, and Trust Law Section
Member
2009 - 2010
South Florida Preschool PTATreasurer
2004 - 2006
Dade County Bar Association Young Lawyer's SectionDirector
Education
2002
University of Miami School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
High Point University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
Lawyernomics 2017
The Future of Law in 30 Minutes
2017
2016
LegalMax Attorney Resource Group Breakfast
Why Prepare for the Inevitable
2015
Lunch and Learn Seminar
Top 10 Things to Know About a Probate Closing/Sale
2015
Avvo Lawyernomics Conference
Lawyernomics
2015
23rd Annual Nuts & Bolts of Family Law Seminar
Family Law
2010
Wills Workshop
Wills
Publications
2017
Vasquez de Lara Law Group Blog
4 Key Situations Where You May Need to Modify Your Original Divorce Agreement
2017
Vasquez de Lara Law Group Blog
When a Last Will and Testament Just Isn’t Enough
2016
Vasquez de Lara Law Group Blog
4 Reasons Why Drafting a Will Yourself May Be a Mistake
2016
Vasquez de Lara Law Group Blog
How Is Alimony Determined in Florida
2016
Vasquez de Lara Law Group Blog
Who Gets The House? A Brief Guide to Florida Intestate Succession
2016
Vasquez de Lara Law Group Blog
Understanding Powers of Attorney
2016
Vasquez de Lara Law Group Blog
The 3 Keys to Financial Divorce Preparation
2015
Vanessa Vasquez de Lara Blog
Five Tough Estate Planning Questions That You Need to Answer
2015
Vanessa Vasquez de Lara Blog
How a DUI Charge Can Impact Your Family Law Case – Part 1
2015
Vanessa Vasquez de Lara Blog
Four Ways to Help Your Children Adjust to Divorce
2015
Vanessa Vasquez de Lara Blog
It’s Never Too Early to Begin: Estate Planning Tips for Young Adults
2015
Vanessa Vasquez de Lara Blog
Estate Planning: Three Benefits of a Living Trust
2015
Vanessa Vasquez de Lara Blog
Four Tips to Make Your Divorce Less Stressful
2015
Vanessa Vasquez de Lara Blog
Get Through Divorce: How to Defuse or Avoid Arguments with Your Spouse
2015
Vanessa Vasquez de Lara Blog
Miami Estate Planning: Getting Started with Your Will
2014
Vanessa Vasquez de Lara, P.A. Blog
Making Sense of the Probate Process: Five Common Questions and Answers
2014
The Florida Villager
5 Tips for Avoiding a Contentious Family Court Battle
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What do i need to go through in a divorce?
19 Nov 2022
Q&A
What happens if a parent is collecting child support and government assistance moves to another state and doesn't even have the
19 Nov 2022
Q&A
Does this Dismissal of Admin Proceedings, mean my license shouldn't get suspended?
22 Nov 2022
Legal Guides
Video Legal Guide
What is a trust? Do I need one?
12 Jan 2018
Video Legal Guide
How is child custody determined during divorce?
29 Jun 2015
Video Legal Guide
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27 May 2015