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.

33 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

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Tom | May 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

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 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

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 anonymous | August 31, 2012 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Top Notch

James Werter handled my bankruptsy in a very professional manner. I felt terrible for taking that route but Mr. Werter made me feel comfortable and unjudged. Its was fast and fairly painless. The price was competitive with some local attorneys and better in several cases. I would recommend Mr. Werter... to anyone with no hesitation.

Posted by Robin | February 29, 2012 | Alimony

Champion Attorney

Attorney James Werter represents the best of his profession. From 2009 to present he has proficiently handled my financial issues, alimony settlement agreement and probate matters. He is highly knowledgeable, very personable and informative.

Posted by Tommy & Amber | February 29, 2012 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Highly recommended and extremely professional in our Ch. 7 BK

Mr. Werter has been a blessing throughout our bankruptcy case. He is extremely professional and knowledgeable. On many instances when I emailed him regarding our case, he replied within minutes! I would not hesitate at all to recommend him to anyone. Bankruptcy law is bewildering - but with Mr. W...erter on your side you can feel confident everything is going to be okay.

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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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Michael Brevda

Personal injury lawyer

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Eric Cheshire

Family lawyer

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Temi Zeitenberg

Family lawyer

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William Heller

Family lawyer

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Douglas Burnett

Administrative law lawyer

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Nina LaFleur

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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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