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

888 South Andrews Ave, Suite 205, Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Practice Areas

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2025 2024
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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

Law Office of Kristin Padowitz, P.A.

888 South Andrews Ave, Suite 205, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316

lauderdaledivorcelawyer.com/

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 Luke | January 22, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Divorce case

I had the pleasure to have Kristin Padowitz as my lawyer for my divorce case. She did an amazing job and helped me navigate through a very difficult situation in my life and I’m very appreciative of her teams help. I would recommend her to any of my friends or family. Thanks again for the help.

Posted by Jonathan | October 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Heaven Sent!

First and foremost I had the good fortune of being represented by Kristin and it is with great enthusiasm that I pen this review. It's not often that you encounter such a blend of professionalism and dedication in the legal field but Kristin embodies these traits and more. From the moment I first w...alked into her office I was met with a level of attentiveness that immediately put my anxieties at ease. Kristin literally took the time to break down the complexities of my case explaining every step of the process in a way that was both comprehensible and reassuring. What honestly sets Kristin apart is not just her profound understanding of the law but her unwavering commitment to her clients. Throughout the duration of my case Kristin and her team remained consistent in their communication keeping me updated on any developments and answering all my questions with patience and clarity. Kristins passion integrity and dedication are a testament to what it truly means to be a lawyer. To anyone seeking legal representation I cannot recommend Kristin highly enough! Her exceptional service goes beyond the call of duty and her results speak for herself. In Kristin you will find not just a lawyer but a champion for your cause. Trust me with Kristin on your side you are in the best of hands. Thank you so much Kristin and your law firm for your unwavering dedication and for fighting my corner when it mattered most. Your exceptional performance has left an indelible mark and it is with the utmost gratitude and respect that I leave this review.

Posted by Kristine | October 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Best Lawyer!

Words fall short when describing how grateful I am to Kristin. From answering my calls , to giving me advice and holding my hand through a very stressful process, Kristin was amazing. She always made sure to walk me through the process and explained everything in detail. She was not only my lawyer, b...ut I also joked with her that she was my therapist. You won't find another sweet, kind, honest and shark like Kristin.

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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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