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Scott M. Weiss practices exclusively family law at Weiner & Weiss, LLC, assisting clients in divorce, child custody and support, spousal support, distribution of marital property, and post-judgment modifications. As a family law attorney, Mr. Weiss works diligently to serve his clients with compassion and sensitivity while vigorously protecting their rights. Mr. Weiss earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York in 2002, and went on to pursue his law degree at Nova Southeastern University, graduating in 2005. He was admitted to the Florida Bar the same year. Partnering with Gary D. Weiner, he now provides family law services to clients throughout Broward and Palm Beach Counties in South Florida. Mr. Weiss is past chair of the Family Law Committee of the South Palm Beach County Bar Association, which he serves as a member of the Board of Directors, and a member of the Florida Bar's Family Law Section. Mr. Weiss is rated AV® Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell®, the definitive guide to the most distinguished law firms and attorneys in America. In 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020, Mr. Weiss was selected as a Raising Star in the area of Family Law by Super Lawyers Magazine. Mr. Weiss also enjoys a 10 of 10 Superb Rating by the legal website AVVO. For 2015 Mr. Weiss was chosen by The American Society of Legal Advocates as one of the Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 practicing Florida Family Law.
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Acquired: 2005
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Posted by Theo | June 30, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
After a verbal argument, my wife of 27 years left the home, moved into her brother's home, hired an expensive lawyer, and filed for divorce. We are trying to reconcile and she is moving back in a few days but it has been very difficult. Scott has been an outstanding source of wisdom and guid...
Posted by Evan | July 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Scott Weiss was an incredible attorney and adviser during my Complicated divorce. Scott kept me informed all along the drawn out process. I was able to confide in him and I knew that he always had my best interests in mind. I would recommend Mr. Weiss to anyone in need of a divorce attorney.
Posted by Ed | February 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Scott is a great person and awesome to work with. He was the perfect attorney I needed to get me through my very difficult case. He helped me get more than the outcome I had hoped for. Thank you so much for helping me fight to get my child back into my life. I will be sure to tell him in the years to...
Posted by Bryan Mittler | June 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney
As an attorney myself, I certainly had a lot of potential attorneys to choose to represent me. I am incredibly glad that my wife and I chose Scott. He is a true professional - courteous, prompt, and highly effective. I am confident in recommending him, and will be doing so.
Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Scott handled a family law case for me successfully, professionally and without a lot of hassle. He kept me apprised of the progress but did it without a lot of drag on me. I'd highly recommend him.
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
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2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
10 Best Family Law Attorney for Client Satisfaction, The American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Pro-Bono Award, Nova Southeastern University
2011 - Present
Partner, Weiner & Weiss, LLC
2007 - 2010
Attorney, Scott M. Weiss, P.A.
2006 - 2007
Associate, Weiner & Associates, P.A.
2018 - Present
South Palm Beach County Bar AssociationDirector
2018 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
2017 - Present
South Palm Beach County Bar Association - Young Lawyers SectionPresident
2016 - Present
Florida BarChairperson - Grievance Committee Member
2013 - Present
South Palm Beach County Bar Association - Young Lawyers SectionDirector
2013 - Present
South Palm Beach County Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeChair
2012 - Present
South Palm Beach County Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeChair
2008 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of FloridaMember
2005 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2012 - 2012
South Palm Beach County Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeCo-chair
2010 - 2010
Anti-Defamination League Graduate - Glass Leadership InstituteMember
Our client, the Mother was allowed to relocate to France
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
Equality
2012
Children in Divorce
English
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Scott earned significant contribution points in 2015.
Can a grandparent in Florida who wants visitation of a grandchild, ask the court for visitation if the bio mom has full custody?
27 Apr 2022
Add middle name to legal name?
16 Jan 2022
I want to close my child support case and change my child last name to my last name; are there any ramifications?
24 Dec 2021
Factors the Court must consider if you seek to relocate with your minor child(ren)
07 Jan 2015
Florida Domestic Violence Injunctions and Restaining Orders
07 May 2013