$ 275-425 per hour
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Doreen Yaffa founded Yaffa Family Law Group with a clear mission: to provide strategic, compassionate, and results-driven legal representation to individuals navigating life’s most personal legal matters. What began as a vision to reshape the client experience in family law has grown into one of South Florida’s premier boutique law firms, serving clients from Jupiter to Miami.
Under Doreen’s leadership, Yaffa Family Law Group has built a reputation for legal excellence and innovative service offerings, including options like limited representation and the streamlined SplytUp Services model. Doreen leads with a cost-benefit mindset, ensuring every case is handled with efficiency, clarity, and care. Her influence touches every client file through direct oversight, strategic input, and mentorship of the legal team.
Doreen Yaffa is among a select group of attorneys in the state of Florida to hold Board Certification in Marital and Family Law, the highest level of recognition awarded by The Florida Bar. Achieving this distinction in 2001, Doreen’s certification reflects her proven skill, deep legal knowledge, and extensive courtroom experience in complex family law matters.
Only six percent of eligible Florida attorneys earn board certification, a designation that requires rigorous testing, peer review, and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in the field. This certification sets Doreen apart, not only as a skilled litigator but as a strategic advisor who guides clients through divorce and family law matters with clarity, compassion, and a cost-benefit mindset.
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31 years
31 years
31 years
$ 275-425 per hour
State: Florida
Acquired: 1994
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301 Yamato Road, Suite 2190, Boca Raton, FL, 33431
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Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2019 | Divorce & Separation
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...
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 Isabelle | April 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
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.
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 Genevieve | October 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
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...
Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Helping me through a difficult time
When I hired Ms. Yaffa I was unsure of what to expect as the other side of this divorce was extremely combative. Ms. Yaffa and her team were able to help me understand the process so I could continue to function normally. They were able to reduce all the pressure I was feeling due to the divorce, and...
Posted by Simone | April 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
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...
"I have referred clients to Doreen and each one has been incredibly happy with Doreen and her entire staff."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Doreen is a superior lawyer. She is very knowledgeable and professional."
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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
1998 - Present
President, Yaffa and Associates
2016 - Present
Trial Lawyers Section of the Florida BarMember
2015 - Present
Florida Association for Women LawyersMember
2014 - Present
Boca Raton Chamber of CommerceMember
1995 - Present
Southern District of FloridaAdmitted
1994 - Present
Palm Beach County Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
South Palm Beach County Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Florida BarMember
1994 - Present
Supreme Court of FloridaAdmitted
2012 - 2015
South Palm Beach County Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeCo-chair
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
2016
The Trials and Tribulations of Helping an Attorney Prepare for Trial (CLE)
2016
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