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Steven W. Effman, P.A.
…Protecting the rights of children & families of divorce
maintains an active practice in the trial courts throughout South Florida, representing both men and women in all aspects of Matrimonial litigation. He has been a guest lecturer for the Florida Academy of Trial Lawyers and the Broward County Bar Association. While serving in the Florida House of Representatives, he was an active member of the Committee on Family Law and Children, sponsoring significant pieces of family-friendly legislation which advance the rights of parents and children. Mr. Effman has 25 years of experience in handling:
Alimony & Spousal Support
Modification of Custody, Support & Visitation
Child Support
Paternity
Custody
Prenuptial Agreements
Divorce
Restraining orders
Domestic Violence
Visitation
Enforcement of Final Judgments
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Chat withState: Florida
Acquired: 1977
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1976
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2005
1250 South Pine Island Road., Suite. 450, Plantation, FL, 33324-4419
1250 S Pine Island Rd Ste 450, Plantation, FL, 33324-4419
8 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Divorce & Separation
Posted by Steven W, Effman, Esquire | August 01, 2025 | Divorce & Separation
Response to Olga Y
Olga Y has posted a false, unfounded and malicious review. She knows better and it is a glaring example of her blaming everyone else but herself for the outcome of her case. No I never acted inappropriately toward her in any manner. Yes, I communicated with her Husband's lawyers in a professional ...
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2025 | Divorce & Separation
A deeply disturbing experience
I had a deeply disturbing experience with attorney Steven Effman. I feel compelled to share my story so that others can be aware and protect themselves. 1. Before hiring him, I later discovered that Mr. Effman had prior legal and professional issues. One woman succeeded in proving in court that he ...
Posted by anonymous | July 07, 2020 | Divorce & Separation
Competent. Experienced and Gets the job done!
Mr Effman is a very experienced and knowledgeable divorce attorney that dedicates his time, compassion and experience to his clients. He was very detailed, thorough and calm regarding my stressful situation. I strongly recommend him if you are looking for someone with experience and knowledge of fami...
Posted by richard | May 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
So thankful for this attorney!
If you need an attorney that is thoughtful, caring and has a knowledge of divorce law that is quite simply amazing look no further. Mr Effman is your attorney. Mr Effman took over my case after a terrible experience with a previous attorney. He quickly and confidently fixed the huge damage that was ...
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Worst Divorce Attorney Ever!
Paid him more than 30k and failed with everything. Ended up hiring another attorney to finish my divorce. Makes false promises and backs out of everything. Take your money with unnecessary meetings and conversations after which he never follows up with the other attorney. If there were negative stars...
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2005.
Suspension issued in IL, 2005
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1977 - Present
Owner, Steven W. Effman PA
2010 - Present
Broward County Bar Association
1981 - Present
United States Supreme Court Bar
1978 - Present
Federal Trial Bar of Southern District of Florida
1977 - Present
Florida Bar
1977 - Present
Federal Trial Bar for the Northern District of Illinois
1976 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association
1996 - 2000
Florida LegislatureState Representative
1981 - 1996
City of Sunrise, FloridaCommissioner and Mayor
1976
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
MS - Master of Science
1972
BA - Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude
1997
Legislative Update
1975
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