Kristin Rae Padowitz

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Kristin Rae Padowitz

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

12 SE 7th St #700, Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
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AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Super Lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 27 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1999

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Kristin Padowitz

12 SE 7th St #700, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

Kristin Rae Padowitz's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

51 Client Reviews


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Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the lawyer for being highly compassionate, responsive, and professional during difficult family law matters. Clients frequently highlight the lawyer's direct communication, strategic guidance, and dedicated advocacy, noting that they felt deeply supported throughout their legal processes.

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Posted by Ben | December 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Thank you Kristin

I had a total loss theft claim on my 2017 landrover sport. State farm was giving me a very hard time with the claim. At one point I casually mentioned that I wanted to consult with my attorney when it was first initiated and they absolutely stone walled me and would not even speak to me any further.... After a few months of desperate attempts myself trying to get help from anyone at state farm I decided to hire Kristin to officially represent me in the claim. Well upon resolution not only did she get them to cover the claim, the amount they paid out was far more than expected and for that I am truly grateful. Fantastic attorney and you absolutely cannot go wrong using her services.

Posted by JAMES | November 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney

James Bridger

Kristin's performance in handling our legal needs was simply OUTSTANDING! She was efficient, to the point, and truly took our personal concerns to heart. We could have not been more pleased with the handling of our case. THANK YOU KRISTIN!!!!!!!

Posted by Thomas | May 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney

No one like Kristen

I have been dealing with a case that has been very difficult and challenging and Kristin has been very understanding and willing to help me get results she is very caring and compassionate an has a great work ethic and takes pride in her cases and knows them in an out. If you want results Kritstin wi...ll get them it may take time but Kristin won't leave your side.

Posted by Debra O | April 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Amazing and understanding

I hired Kristin Padowitz to help me with my divorce case and frankly did she have her hands full with me. Between what I wanted and what my ex wanted seemed to change every five minutes and she went along with it in the most professional manner. I couldn't have asked for a better attorney. She l...istened to my needs as well as then wants of my ex and helped me reach a place that could work for us both. She fought for me every inch of the way and that's what you should get out of a lawyer. One who understands, listens and communicates and is willing to goto bat for you. Divorce is hard enough as it is but having a lawyer take the drama away from you and put it into her plate was key to helping me stay sane in an insane time.

Posted by Joseph | July 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Be aware!

It seems like this site doesn't like posting bad reviews since they wouldn't allow my previous post I'll keep it short and sweet. I spent $20k and was the biggest waste of time and money in my life. Horrible advice and representation. This is my opinion from 1st hand experience and I would recommen...d ANY other attorney

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Kristin Padowitz, P.A.

2017 - 2018

Managing partner, Kenneth Padowitz, PA

2000 - 2017

Assistant State Attorney, Broward County State Attorney's Office

1999 - 2000

Public Defender, Broward County Public Defender's Office

1998 - 1998

Law Clerk, Florida Department Of Transportation

1997 - 1997

Guardian ad litem, 17th Judicial Circuit Of Florida

Associations

2019 - Present

Florida Bar, Seventeenth Circuit Grievance Committee

Vice Chair

2017 - Present

Florida Bar, Grievance Committee

Executive Committee

2017 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

Weston Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida

Federal Bar Member

2016 - Present

Broward County Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

Broward County Women Lawyers' Association

Member

Federal Bar Association (Broward County chapter)

Member

2017 - 2018

B'nai B'rith Justice Unit

Member

Education

1999

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of Central Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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