Doreen Yaffa

Doreen Yaffa

4.8
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 31 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Boca Raton, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

301 Yamato Rd #2190, Boca Raton, FL

About Doreen

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 30%

Board Certified in Marital and Family Law since 2001

31 years

30%
Child Custody 10%

31 years

10%
Child Support 10%

31 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 275-425 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 31 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1994

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Yaffa Family Law Group

301 Yamato Rd #2190, Boca Raton, FL, 33431-4901

Yaffa Family Law Group

110 E Broward Blvd, Suite 1700, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

Yaffa Family Law Group

3801 PGA Boulevard, Suite 600 & 602, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33410

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Doreen Yaffa's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

5 star (17)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Bad attorney

Not sure why she has good reviews at all. Used her for a year. She botched my case badly, sucked me dry and spit me out. She hardly ever works on the cases, and rubber stamps filings prepared by support staff, who is invariably inexperienced and knows little about your case because she can’t keep ...good paralegals around. She billes every 10 days, pad her bills big time. You will be billed by her, her paralegal and her associate for the same rmails or phone calls.

Doreen Yaffa

Replied last May 21, 2019

We are so sorry you did not have a good experience. Divorce and family matters are a difficult process with a lot of emotion involved and more complicated than many anticipate. We have had a lot of success guiding our clients through the divorce process, both in and out of the courtroom. We do not inflate our fees and only bill our clients for fees and costs that are agreed to at the time we are retained. If you believe you’ve been billed an incorrect amount, please call us so we can discuss it. Since you didn’t include your name, it is difficult to provide further insight. Please feel free to call the office to discuss your particular experience further. Our goal is to always provide our clients with the best representation possible.

Posted by Isabelle | April 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Boca Raton Divorce Attorney Doreen Yaffa Highly recommend

Helped our family to get through a messy divorce with the least amount of hardship and expense. Highly recommend. The Yaffa Law firm is a leader in collaborative divorce and dealing with complex financial and child custody issues.

Doreen Yaffa

Replied last April 11, 2019

Hello Isabelle, Thank you very much for the kind words! We were delighted to help you and happy that you were pleased with our service and with the outcome. Sincerely, Doreen and the Yaffa Team

Posted by anonymous | February 6, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Best Attorney

When I separated from my husband of 25 years the first person I thought of was Doreen Yaffa for help. She has a stellar reputation and is the consummate professional. She was totally there for me, giving me peace of mind at the most vulnerable time of my life. Not only has she been there for me wi...th expert advice and excellent guidance but she also gives back to her community by conducting women's support group which I have been honored to be a part of that has been absolutely invaluable and saved my life! I have lived in Fl. for almost 35 years and there is nobody else I would trust at such a scary time. So thankful that Doreen has my back and I wouldn't want anyone else in my corner!

Doreen Yaffa

Replied last April 11, 2019

Hello, Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm glad I was able to help you during this difficult time and that you were happy with our services and with the outcome. Thanks for also joining our support and empowerment group. We hope to see you at the next one soon! Sincerely, Doreen and the Yaffa Team

Posted by Genevieve | October 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional representation

Doreen Yaffa and her associates were professonal, thorough and courteous from the first consultation through final judgement and beyond. Having Doreen on my side made a difficult, life altering experience manageable; she moved through the divorce process with tremendous amounts of knowledge and under...standing. I highly recommend Doreen and her associates.

Posted by Simone | April 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Incredible Family Attorney

When I needed to find an attorney for my divorce, this firm was highly recommended to me. I couldn’t have been happier. Ms. Yaffa always took the time to explain the process. She was meticulous in making sure my needs were met from a legal standpoint. I found her staff to be very helpful as well... and knowledgeable. Her legal assistants, paralegals and attorneys I was always treated with the utmost respect and felt to me their one priority. I felt her rates were reasonable. Divorces are not cheap but she was quite fair with her rates and how she bills. Should anyone need a divorce attorney, this is the firm I would say you MUST use….

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Doreen Yaffa's Lawyer Endorsements

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Barry Siegel

Family lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doreen is a professional who is very supportive of her clients and our community."

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Michelle Merson

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred clients to Doreen and each one has been incredibly happy with Doreen and her entire staff."

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Jeffrey Feulner

Family lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Yaffa. As a fellow attorney in Family Law, I can attest to her level of professionalism, knowledge and level of care and services that she provides to every client."

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Adam Jacobson

Family lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Doreen Yaffa is a superb Family Law attorney. Doreen is Board Certified in Family Law and has been practices exclusively Family Law for over 20 years. She understands that the family dynamics of every case are unique and provides each client with personal, individualized attention."

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Joy Bartmon

Family lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Doreen is a superior lawyer. She is very knowledgeable and professional."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 for Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 for Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 for Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Top Lawyers - Palm Beach & Martin Counties, Palm Beach Illustrated

2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 for Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Preeminent 5.0 for Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

AV Preeminent 5.0 for Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

AV Preeminent 5.0 for Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

AV Preeminent 5.0 for Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

AV Preeminent 5.0 for Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

AV Preeminent 5.0 for Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

Board Certified - Marital & Family Law, Florida Bar

Work Experience

1998 - Present

President, Yaffa and Associates

Associations

2016 - Present

Trial Lawyers Section of the Florida Bar

Member

2015 - Present

Florida Association for Women Lawyers

Member

2014 - Present

Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce

Member

1995 - Present

Southern District of Florida

Admitted

1994 - Present

Palm Beach County Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

South Palm Beach County Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1994 - Present

Supreme Court of Florida

Admitted

2012 - 2015

South Palm Beach County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Co-chair

Education

1994

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2016

The Boca Raton Chapter of the Paralegal Association of Florida, Inc.

The Trials and Tribulations of Helping an Attorney Prepare for Trial (CLE)

Publications

2016

Attorney at Law Magazine Child Support - When Does it End?

2015

2013

Boca Observer Balancing the Scales

Languages

English

Activity

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