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Paulina Forrest
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About Paulina
Biography
PAULINA FORREST is a graduate of the University of Central Florida (B.A., 2007) and Florida Coastal School of Law (J.D., 2010). She graduated law school with High Honors and High Distinctions. Prior to establishing the Law Offices of Forrest & Forrest, PLLC, Ms. Forrest was the Appellate and Training Attorney for the Fourth District of Florida Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel.
In 2023 and 2024, Mr. Forrest was selected for inclusion to Super Lawyers® Magazine, an honor afforded to no more than 5% percent of lawyers in Florida who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.
Ms. Forrest has received Martindale-Hubbell's esteemed "AV- Preeminent" rating, which recognizes lawyers with the highest ethical standards and professional ability.
She has been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers® (“Rising Stars”) Magazine for 2018, 2019, and 2020, an honor afforded to no more than 2.5% percent of lawyers in Florida.
Ms. Forrest was honored with the distinction of receiving 5.0 out of 5.0 Overall Peer Rating in Family Law, which is the highest possible ranking given by Martindale-Hubble and serves a testament to the fact that fellow attorneys consider Ms. Forrest at the highest level of professional excellence. Only a select group of attorneys are ever awarded with this premier distinction.
In 2020, Ms. Forrest authored Chapter 4 (Jurisdiction in Child Custody Cases) of the 14th and 15th Editions of The Florida Bar’s complete guide to dissolution of marriage, entitled, Florida Dissolution of Marriage.
Ms. Forrest devotes her practice to any and all matrimonial, and family law matters, including divorce, adoption, dependency, paternity, adoption, premarital agreements, domestic violence, enforcement, contempt, alimony, child support, custody, visitation, parenting plans, time-sharing, equitable distribution, property division, restraining orders, mediation, post-judgment modifications, Agency Adoptions, Annulments, Assisted Reproductive Technology, Child Abduction, Child Abuse and Neglect, Child Advocacy, Child Dependency, Cohabitation Agreements, surrogacy arrangement, Collaborative Family Law, Domestic Violence, Gay and Lesbian Family Law, International Adoptions, Independent Adoptions, Interstate Adoptions, Juvenile Dependency, Juvenile Law, Same Sex Marriage, Step Parent Adoptions, Surrogacy Law, and Termination of Parental Rights.
Her legal career began assisting indigent persons entitled to counsel in dependency cases, defending the civil rights of parents throughout the State of Florida. She was drawn to the importance of the work, and the State’s need for quality attorneys to be a voice for people who are usually ignored. She has litigated cases involving a wide spectrum of vulnerable populations. It is and will always be her passion to bring families torn apart by substance abuse or mental health issues together again. She has personally tried cases involving mental health disorders, substance abuse sufferers, termination of parental rights, and guardianships of vulnerable adults. She has been a frequent lecturer on dependency law.
The will to win, the desire to succeed, and the drive to make a difference.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
8 years
8 years
8 years
8 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 15 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Forrest & Forrest, PLLC
150 East Palmetto Park Road, Suite 202, Boca Raton, FL, 33432
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Fax
450 East Las Olas Boulevard, Las Olas Centre, Suite 1090, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301
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Online Presence
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Paulina Forrest's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
Review
She was extremely knowledgeable and professional. Her answers were candid and thorough. If she was unsure about something, she explained clearly why she was unsure and made appropriate suggestions. She was very personable and approachable.
Posted by Frank | May 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney
The Best Adoption and Family Law Attorney is Paulina Forrest
I was lucky to find Paulina. I felt confident throughout the entire case. Paulina was loyal to me and my children. I recommend her to anyone in need of a marital & family law lawyer.
Posted by Jose | May 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Dissolution of Marriage
I was a client of Daniel Forrest and I would like to take this opportunity to tell you what a thoroughly outstanding job he did for me during my divorce case. Special kudos to Meredith and Paulina. During the divorce process his team was with me every step of the way keeping me informed and updating ...
Paulina Forrest's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I refer all my dependency cases to Mrs. Forrest. She is knowledgeable and compasionate."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Forrest and I were opposing counsel on several matters and she is a consummate professional. She is a highly skilled litigator and very knowledgeable."
"I have the utmost respect for Ms. Forrest as an attorney, and would not hesitate to refer my closest friends and family to her in a time of need. She is a zealous advocate with an extraordinary legal acumen, as well as a consummate professional."
"Paulina Forrest is an excellent litigator with the utmost attention to detail. I’ve had the pleasure to know and work with Paulina on a number of cases. I have had cases where she was opposing counsel, and she always handled herself with extreme professionalism and courtesy. I find her work to be of the highest level and her practical approach to be of great benefit to her clients. She is aggressive but always serves her clients' interests with integrity and professionalism."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paulina was very knowledgeable in our matter dealing with military issues as well."
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"I have known Paulina Forrest for almost a decade. She is a supportive friend and an outstanding attorney. As an articulate and well prepared advocate, Paulina is an exceptional choice for clients."
"I am most impressed with Ms. Forrest's lawyerly skills, knowledge of the law, advocacy for her clients and professionalism"
"I endorse this lawyer. Paulina is one of the finest litigators I have ever worked with. She is extremely intelligent and well versed in the law. She excels at persuasive writing and is an excellent orator in the court. She is kind, compassionate, and extremely trustworthy."
"I strongly endorse this exceptional attorney. Paulina is a remarkably well-rounded and talented family law litigator. Paulina is highly respected by the legal community for her vast legal knowledge and extraordinary abilities. She is the epitome of grace under pressure and is a force to be reckoned with both in and out of the courtroom. Paulina truly connects with her clients and passionately advocates for their legal interests."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Forrest is a zealous advocate for her clients. She is extremely bright and always well prepared to argue her case to obtain a favorable outcome. She is highly respected by the judiciary as well as her peers in the legal field."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paulina is a consummate professional and a zealous advocate for her clients. I often seek her opinion on complex family law issues."
"I proudly endorse this attorney. Her legal skills are commensurate with lawyers practicing far longer, and are only surpassed by her compassion for her clients. Paulina genuinely cares about the well-being and best interests of all those she represents."
Divorce and separation lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Peer Endorsed, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Public Speaking Award, aCE Classes
2016
Outstanding Advocacy Award, Law Office of Daniel E. Forrest, P.A.
2016
Best Oral Argument Award (Trial), East Broward Law
2013
Recognition for Service, Office of Regional Conflict Counsel
2010
Pro Bono Honors Recognition, Florida Coastal School of Law
2010
School Ambassador, Florida Coastal School of Law
2005
Dean's List, University of Central Florida
2004
Dean's List, University of Central Florida
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Partner, Law Offices of Forrest & Forrest, PLLC
2015 - 2016
Managing Partner, East Broward Law
2010 - 2015
Appellate Counsel, Litigation Training Attorney, Office Of Regional Conflict Counsel
2009 - 2009
Summer Clerk, United States Attorney's Office
2009 - 2009
Fall Appellate Clerk, First District Court Of Appeals
Associations
2016 - Present
Broward County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2010 - 2015
Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Division Board of GovernorsMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Adoption successful
Adopted
Adopted Successfully
Won Appeal
Won Appeal
Won Appeal
Won Appeal
Won Appeal
Won Appeal
Education
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
2016
2015
Psychological Evaluations
2015
2015
Chapter 39
2014
Shelter Training in Dependency Cases
Publications
2016
2015
2015
2015
2012
2011
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers