Karen Velez

Karen Velez

4.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 20 years

Family Lawyer at Boca Raton, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, General Practice

123 NW 13th Street, Suite 304-5, Boca Raton, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 20 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2005

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The Velez Law Firm, P.A.

123 NW 13th Street, Suite 304-5, Boca Raton, FL, 33431

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Karen Velez's Reviews

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4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jen a wife/mother | November 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Karen Velez is an great lawyer!

Attorney Karen Velez is a compassionate, helpful lawyer.  She is an angel. It is unbelievable that even now I get emotional thinking about how much she helped me. My experience was that I met with her about a divorce case.  My husband and I have a child and I was done with the marriage. As a mom I ...was struggling with getting divorced because my child is close to her dad.  Karen met with me at her office and then spoke to me a number of times about my case.  I signed the retainer agreement and moved forward with the divorce.  I told Karen that I wanted the divorce filed and asked that it be done as soon as possible so I could start 2020 out with the process almost over.  Karen drafted the documents for my case and then we spoke one day to discuss the financial affidavit and financial documents necessary for the case because she was ready to file the paperwork with the court.  I then had my second child and as I spoke to Karen to discuss the financial documents needed for the case, I was sad and also discussed my personal situation with her. Karen listened and heard my frustration and counseled me to pause the divorce.  She said that it sounded like I wanted to give my marriage another chance and actually gave me ideas.  Real ideas on how to take a couple of weeks and discuss the problems and situation with my husband.  That night I sent Karen a text letting her know that I was so grateful that she is a mom, and human being first.  It was incredible.  She is a lawyer with a heart! Most people would not believe that a lawyer would meet with a client, sign the client, take the money and work the case,but then tell the client to hold off on that case.  Whoever heard of a lawyer having a heart?  Ultimately, I decided not to get divorced. I would recommend her to anyone! Call her.   She’s a lawyer you can trust!  

Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Palm Beach Father

I highly recommend Karen. I went to a local lawyer that does not handle family law cases that recommended her to me. I met with Karen on a child custody matter and had lots of questions and concerns. You want a lawyer that listens to your fears and questions and addresses them. Karen is the kind... of lawyer that listens, answers your questions & puts your mind at ease. She was also available to answer calls at 7 at night and meet on a Saturday at her office if that is when you can meet. She was excellent in court. Karen is a great lawyer. I recommend her to friends and to anyone with a custody, divorce, time sharing, child support, legal matter.

Posted by Alex | March 10, 2019 | Divorce & Separation

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Karen was recommended by several people whose opinion about a lawyer's expertise highly value. What impressed me most was them saying that she helped them produce the kind of outcomes that amazed them. One of them was facing a very difficult divorce and the other a business challenge. I had a con...sultation with Karen and found her to be all that I would like from a lawyer. She was compassionate and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend her.

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Jessica Mishali

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Karen is an outstanding attorney. I have worked with her and seen her in action hundreds of times. Karen is a very tough negotiator and an excellent trial lawyer. You definitely want her on your side!"

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Manuel "Manny" Serra-Jovenich

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Karen is an excellent attorney who always puts her clients' interests before her own. When I first started at the public defender's office in 2015, Karen was someone I would watch and try to emulate. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

The Esperanza Awards recognize exceptional businesswomen., Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County "Esperanza" award finalist.

Associations

2019 - Present

Craig S. Barnard American Inn of Court

Board Member, Education Chair

2019 - Present

The Women's Foundation of Florida

Executive Board, Secretary

2017 - Present

Dress for Success Palm Beaches

Executive Board Member, Secretary

2016 - Present

Palm Beach County Bar Association

2016 - Present

Florida Association for Women Lawyers

2008 - Present

Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2005 - Present

Florida Bar

Education

2005

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2018

Women on the Run Non Partisan Training Program which teaches women how to run for office Women on the Run: More women running for public office in Florida

Languages

English

Spanish

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