I am a member of the Florida Bar since 1983 and have been a Florida Supreme Court Certifeid Family Law Mediator since 1989 and Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator since 2009. I am a graduate of the University of Florida for both my Law Degree and my undergraduate degree. I am a member of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar and member of the Collier County Bar Asscociation and it's family law section. I am a past president of the Family Law Section in Collier County and have serveed on commitees of the Florida Bar, Collier County Bar Association and Legal Aid Society.
Practice areas
In this area of my practice I do not function as an attorney. I work with couples themselves or with couples and their attorneys to help resolve their disputes through negotiation and compromise.
24 years, 1,000 cases
I was a family law litigator for 21 years and still take cases on a limited basis. This involves representing clients on equitable distribution, support and custody matters. I also draft prenuptial and post nuptial agreements for clients.
38 years, 1,000 cases
I represent clients who have a relative or friend who died and need to have the estate and distribution of the estate assets handled by the Court.
38 years, 500 cases
I represent clients buying and selling real estate from negotiation of the contract, preparation of the documents, title insurance and closing the transaction.
38 years, 750 cases
I prepare wills, trusts, powers or attorneys, living wills and contracts for specific provisions in a will for clients.
38 years, 1,000 cases
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 1983 | 02/23/2022 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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President | Holly B. Chernoff PA | 2006 - 2015 |
Partner | Bass & Chernoff P.A. | 1984 - 2006 |
Associate | Thomas S. Biggs | 1983 - 1984 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Florida Bar | Member | 1983 - Present |
Family Law Section Committee | Committee Member | 2010 - 2010 |
Legal Aid Society | Board of Directors | 2003 - 2005 |
Collier County Bar Association, Family Law Section | Past President | 1995 - 1995 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Ebella | When Should You Have a Pre Nuptial Agreement | 2009 |
Ebella | IF YOUR MARRIAGE IT ISN’T WORKING OUT CAN YOU DIVORCE AMICABLY | 2008 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1983 |
University of Florida | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1978 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Collier County Family Law Forum | Mediation | 2014 |
CLA Education Seminar | Mediation | 2007 |
Teen Court | Juvenile crime | 2005 |
Mock Trial Competition | Mock Trial | N/A |
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December 12, 2013
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Alberto Batista, Mediation Attorney on Nov 7, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ms. Chernoff is a very hard-working and dedicated mediator. In cases where she worked as the mediator she brought the parties closer together, and that led to positive solutions. I appreciate her professionalism, and I highly recommend Ms. Chernoff.
Edwin Murphy, Mediation Attorney on Feb 10, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse this lawyer. Attorney Chernoff possesses the skills, experience and professionalism to make her an excellent mediator, as I have experienced first hand on many occasions. I have no hesitation in recommending Attorney Chernoff as a mediator for any case.
Alberto Batista, Mediation Attorney on Nov 7, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ms. Chernoff is a very hard-working and dedicated mediator. In cases where she worked as the mediator she brought the parties closer together, and that led to positive solutions. I appreciate her professionalism, and I highly recommend Ms. Chernoff.
Edwin Murphy, Mediation Attorney on Feb 10, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse this lawyer. Attorney Chernoff possesses the skills, experience and professionalism to make her an excellent mediator, as I have experienced first hand on many occasions. I have no hesitation in recommending Attorney Chernoff as a mediator for any case.
John Long, Mediation Attorney on Dec 31, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Chernoff is an excellent mediator. Her direct approach saves clients time and money. In an extremely stressful environment Ms. Chernoff maintains a calm and professional tone throughout the process. I have a very high settlement rate with Ms. Chernoff.
Alexander Peterson, Mediation Attorney on Mar 30, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Holly does an excellent job and can get cases resolved. She is a professional through and through and is knowledgeable and well prepared. I highly recommend Holly.
Scott Rowland, Mediation Attorney on Mar 26, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse Holly Chernoff as both a Family Law Attorney and a Mediator. Holly and I have been opposing counsel on several cases throughout my career. Holly has always been ethical, knowledgeable, prepared, and practical in her approach to very difficult situations. Holly has been able to use her skill and experience as a Family Law Attorney to become a highly effective mediator whose skill and experience are regularly relied upon to help litigants reach an amicable resolution to their case.
Shawn Seliger, Mediation Attorney on Mar 24, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have had the opportunity to mediate with Ms. Chernoff on numerous family law matters. She is highly knowledgeable, professional and a creative solution-oriented Mediator. It is a pleasure to fully endorse her.
Tamara Nicola, Mediation Attorney on Jul 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Holly and I have worked together frequently. She does a great job!