Joseph Avi Yolofsky
also known as AJ Yolofsky
About Joseph
Biography
My passion is helping people build successful businesses and then working with those people to protect their hard earned wealth. Through sound business and estate planning, I help people ensure that their wealth and wisdom is passed on the way they want in the manner that they want.
For the last 25 years, I have been in the trenches fighting people’s battles. Before becoming an attorney, I was a Marine Corps officer. I started my legal career resolving business disputes. The longer I practiced, the more I observed two things: 1) regardless of how “right” or “correct” my client was, the court process took an enormous amount of time and money; and 2) many of the issues that occurred during the litigation before a trial or arbitration could very well have been avoided with better planning.
If there’s one thing that the Marine Corps taught me is that planning is a key to success. Taking a lesson from the ancient Master of Strategy, Sun Tzu, those who properly plan ahead will be successful in all their endeavors. The truth is that both businesses and people need to plan ahead, especially for those they care about the most.
As a Marine, I learned about mission accomplishment, strategy, and tactics. I decided that I would build a practice on performing these tasks for clients. Defining a client’s goals gives clarity on what needs to be accomplished. Strategies can then be created to achieve a client’s goals. Throughout the strategy development process, the client participates, comments and questions. Once a particular strategy is chosen, tactics are then picked to implement the strategy. One of the biggest benefits of working with us is that you as the client, will have developed a stronger relationship with us once the initial goal-setting and strategy development process is completed. This merger of legal acumen and military strategy means that all work is focused on accomplishing client goals.
Think about it – a law firm dedicated to helping people navigate the legal needs for their business and their personal life. Business plans that work, both now and in the future. Estate plans that exist to benefit the people for whom they were designed. An attorney who is here to make things as simple for you and your family.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
22 years
22 years
22 years
22 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 21 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Yolofsky Law
100 SE 3rd Ave., Suite 1000, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33394
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Joseph Avi Yolofsky's Reviews
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23 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Business
A.J. is THE guy to have on your side
A.J. has been instrumental in helping my business overcome a major legal hurdle but beyond that he has been a valuable partner for my small business providing me with legal advice and guidance at various phases of my business. Having a small business and more specifically an online business, it's...
Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2018 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Smart, frank, thinks very clearly.
I had an initial consultation with AJ and he was very quick to respond, laid out my options very clearly, spoke frankly and set realistic expectations. If I decide to move forward with the case, I look forward to doing it with AJ.
Posted by Fabiola | January 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Best choice!
Having hired AJ Yolofsky was our best choice! We had a couple more of attorneys to choose from but his clarity and openness to work with us made our choice happen. He has been efficient, keeps his word and is very committed to our cause. Professional and ethical. Simply straightforward. We are gratef...
Posted by Alexandra | November 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Service You Can Trust
My husband found Aj of Yolofsky law because the time came to put our estate planning in order. From the very first meeting, Aj was extremely professional and savvy and helped us understand the entire planning process. He answered any and all questions we had and allowed us to feel comfortable. We lef...
Posted by Ian | October 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Trust Documents
Mr. Yolofsky was professional, organized, easy to work with and most of all gave a thoughtful review and rewrite of our existing trust documents.
Joseph Avi Yolofsky's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse AJ. He is a consummate professional, a zealous advocate, involved in his community, and an excellent, highly-skilled attorney. I recommend him without hesitation!"
"Mr. Yolofsky is a great attorney and a please to work with. I met him as an opposing counsel. He works very hard for his clients and is a tough negotiator. I was so impressed that I later referred him a family member with a delicate probate law matter; he did a great job for them."
"AJ has helped immensely with setting up the consulting side of my practice, not only is he well-versed in the legal set-up and choice of corporate structure aspects of business law, but he is also extremely savvy with the marketing side making him an invaluable asset to clients and colleagues alike. Its always a pleasure working with AJ and I look forward to working together in the future."
"I cannot say enough great things about AJ. I have known him for over 6 years now and find his dedication to his clients to be among the best I have ever seen. I endorse AJ 100%!"
"AJ is a top-notch attorney: detailed, ethical, knowledgeable, passionate, and thorough - he a great adviser and advocate to his clients."
"It is rare in law practice to find an attorney with the unique skills and traits AJ possesses. He's got a knack for seeing opportunity in otherwise difficult situations and does it with unparralled professionalism; plus he's got a sense of humor that will keep you laughing. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
"AJ is knowledgeable, kinds and helpful. I endorse this lawyer."
"AJ Yolosky is one of the most dedicated and professional attorneys in Broward County. He zealously represents his clients' best interests and serves them well. Without any doubt, hiring AJ would be a wise investment."
"I endorse AJ without hesitation. I know AJ to be a very ethically minded attorney who is concerned about helping his clients achieve their goals."
"AJ is one of those rare attorneys who can look at all aspects of the business owner's financial and legal life and make sure the client is achieving their maximum financial and family goals. I highly recommend that you reach out to him especially if you are a business owner."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joseph is smart and is committed to helping families put into place great estate plans that will truly work when needed! His clients are in good hands."
"I endorse this lawyer. AJ is such a gracious and intelligent attorney. He treats his clients with utmost respect and they feel well-cared for when they leave. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse and recommend AJ for both estate planning and business matters. Not only is AJ very knowledgeable on the law, but he is also super personable and a pleasure to work with."
"I had a chance to discuss business legal matters with A.J. I am grateful he shared his knowledge coming from years of experience serving international businesses. I highly recommend him as a general counsel for startups and mid size companies."
"Joseph's passion for helping business owners create and protect their wealth shows through in all of the interactions that I've had with him. I'm in a national group of advisors with him and value his perspective and business acumen."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has the expertise and desire to serve his clients in the best possible way."
"I highly recommend AJ for both estate planning and business matters. He is a consummate professional, is detail-oriented and is truly dedicated to helping his clients find solutions to complex issues. I would refer someone to AJ without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen attorney Joseph Avi Yolofsky in and around several local courtrooms. He is always well prepared and very knowledgeable about estate planning matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joseph Avi Yolofsky is highly skilled in estate planning law. If there was a case that I needed to refer out, I would refer it to him."
"I highly endorse AJ Yolofsky. AJ is very dedicated to his clients, responsive, and capable of delivering cost-effective and creative solutions to complex legal problems."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2020
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
Legal Elite, Florida Trend
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Game Changer of the Year, Acquisition Finance Magazine
2017
Corporate Law Firm of the Year, Acquisition Finance Magazine
2017
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Cum Laude, University of Illinois College of Law
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Managing Shareholder, Yolofsky Law
2013 - 2014
Partner, Kelley Kronenberg Gilmartin Fichtel & Wander, PA
2012 - 2013
Associate, Rafferty, Kobert, Tenenholtz, Bounds & Hess, PA
2011 - 2012
Associate, Ruden McClosky
2009 - 2011
Associate, Frank Weinberg Black, Pl
2005 - 2008
Associate, Squire Sanders & Dempsey, LLP
Associations
2018 - Present
Florida Lawyers NetworkMember
2018 - Present
Florida Bar, Seventeenth Circuit Grievance Committee "D"Member
2017 - Present
Broward County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Lcpl Janos V Lutz Live to Tell FoundationDirector
2017 - Present
Leadership Fort Lauderdale 24Member
2016 - Present
Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of CommerceMember
2012 - 2015
Florida Bar, Military Affairs CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Verdict for Plaintiff
Verdict for Landlord
Education
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
2017
ADA Compliance for Websites
2017
Trust & Estate Overview
2017
Business Foundation Planning
2017
Business Foundation Planning
Publications
2018
2017
2016
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
I want to set up a new company and not have my legal name or address when filing or be searchable. Please advise?
15 Jan 2019
Is it legal for an artist to draw a caricature of a person as a super hero?
06 May 2017
How can I get a divorce if my husband has access to all the money and I don't have a dime?
09 Apr 2017