James Samuel Werter

James Samuel Werter

also known as James S. Werter, Jim Werter

4.8
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 35 years

Family Lawyer at West Palm Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Litigation

1615 Forum Place, 5th Floor, West Palm Beach, FL

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 90%

Divorce, Paternity, Alimony and Child Support Issues, Final Judgment Modifications, Domestic Violence Issues, Etc. . Aggressiveness combined with competency and integrity. An attorney who relates well to his clients based on his own life experiences and endeavors to represent them in their best interests.

32 years

90%
Litigation 10%

Contract disputes, collections violation, real estate disputes, condominium and HOA dipsutes, etc.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 35 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1990

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Paul A. Krasker, PA

1615 Forum Place, 5th Floor, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401

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James Samuel Werter's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

Posted by Robert | June 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

What can be said about a looser?

Just wow, he must have paid a 'mint' to have my 1st review removed.. not so kosher! The 'Werter' is nobody I would ever advise utilizing. Last year he sat in on a dispute between me and my adopted daughter (litigation to put the condo I initially paid for in her name). The only problem was and sti...ll is, she still owes me approximately $10,000.00. To date, she still has not paid what she owes. Even the 'state litigator' stated Cecelia would never pay. The 'Werter' did not listen to her and caused a family calamity. I even have a file box of her history of theft, lying, manipulation and even a test illustrating her Borderline Personality Disorder as well as being a pathological liar. But did Werter use this telling information, no! He did not even want to see it. Seriously the first report by Rex Cowdry and Elaine Purpel explained in detail all of Cecelia's deficits. Again, an attorney who turns away pertinent information on a case should have his license revoked! Part 1. Cecelia Henick wanted me to pay for her attorney. - I was taken aback by this unbelievable move. Part 2. Werter thought he did a great job admittedly I did too. But sadly to say Cecelia paid me nothing. Part 3 . Werter's boss must have had to pay a mint to have my 1st review of Werter and his firm removed (reminiscent of the 'strawman' in the Wizard of Oz. Part 3. So Cecelia Henick sued for the title, which took over a year to come to fruition. Part 4. I just put it into her name. Part 5. The new beginning. Part 6. A new suit Part 7. Reporting James Samuel Werter to the state bar. Despite ‘nice’ emails during litigation between Cecelia and myself, there is a new battle on the front, the battle of ‘Werter and probably malpractice.’

James Werter

Replied last June 22, 2021

This firm and I don't remove "reviews". We respond to them. Mr. Henick did remove prior reviews when he realized that they were inaccurate and unfair. Robert Henick came to us for his father regarding a real estate issue in 2019. The progress of the case was explained to him every step of the way. His father's case was settled in a successful mediation. He and his family were very happy with the results. He has since contacted us numerous times to represent him after this but we declined to further present him. We wish him the best of luck.

Posted by Tom | May 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best lawyer

James helped me with my eviction case, he walked me through the whole process, was very professional, informational, answered all my questions and made me feel I was in good hands the entire time, will definitely use him again if needed

Posted by Marjorie | May 8, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Quit Claim Deed

James Werder was professional and an expert in the process of filing and finalizing a property settlement. He completed the transaction quickly and was very fair and reasonable in price, I highly recommend Mr. Werder. .

Posted by matthew | July 5, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

military friendly

being in the military have the trust and knowledge that he understood the military since he was prior service made me feel more comfortable with my case and also which made it easier to explain things to him.

Posted by Keran | November 5, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Caring Attorney

Mr. Werter was hired by my ex spouse in order to expedite our divorce. I found him to be informative, communicative, and having a genuine empathy for both myself, my ex and our children. Even though he had little to do work wise, (my ex and I voluntarily went through mediation and hashed out our a...greement without legal consultation) and had no contact with me until our court hearing, he was on point right from the start. And the thing that impressed me the most was that, desite representing me, he was inclusive of my ex in the process too. Divorce is hard enough, so it was appreciated that there were no adversarial undertones.

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James Samuel Werter's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Diana Mederos

Family lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Werter is an incredibly intelligent and strategic family law attorney. Mr. Werter cares and works hard to achieve the best for his clients."

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Jacqueline Bourassa

Family lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. James is dedicated to obtaining the best possible result for his clients in a cost effective manner. Furthermore, he is highly knowledgeable in the law as well as being a skillful litigator and an ethical attorney."

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Eric Cheshire

Family lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Jim is a very knowledgeable and highly competent Family Law attorney. I have known him to be a very effective and aggressive litigator for his clients, and a true professional. Any client would be well served, having Jim as their lawyer."

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Matthew Werter

Family lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kristen Pinto

Family lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney James Werter is an outstanding attorney. I have known him for a year now and have seen him in action. Not only does he know the law, he actually cares about his clients and their needs. I have and will continue to refer any clients needing family law legal assistance to him. He does an incredible job!"

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Temi Zeitenberg

Family lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Werter has extensive knowledge of Florida law and has spent many hours in the courtroom. If you are looking for honest, straightforward legal advice, and a strong advocate, Mr. Werter will help you tremendously."

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William Heller

Family lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. James is very on top on pending legal issues for his clients. He is very responsive to other lawyers, which helps cases go smoothly for all parties."

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Douglas Burnett

Family lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Werter is a great attorney and tough adversary who has the experience to represent clients in even the most complex of matters."

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Nina LaFleur

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim Werter is a great attorney! I would highly recommend him."

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Eric Cheshire

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Temi Zeitenberg

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2014 - 2014

Instructor, Daytona Beach Community College

1993 - 2019

Sole Practicioner, James S. Werter, Attorney at Law, PA

1990 - 1993

Prosecutor, State Attorney, 7th Judicial Circuit

Associations

2014 - Present

South Palm Beach County Bar Association

member

2013 - Present

Palm Beach County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Broward County Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Florida Bar Foundation

Member

Education

1990

University of Bridgeport School of Law

law

1980

City University of New York, John Jay College of Criminal Justice

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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