Lorri K. Fishman, P.A. - Fort Lauderdale, FL

Experienced Family Law and Criminal Defense in Fort Lauderdale

Confronting legal conflicts involving your family or facing criminal charges can be one of life's most stressful chapters. At Lorri K. Fishman, P.A., clients receive compassionate personal counsel combined with determined courtroom litigation. Situated at 600 S Andrews Avenue in Fort Lauderdale, directly across from the Broward County Courthouse, the firm is centrally located at the core of the judicial district. Founding attorney Lorri K. Fishman earned her Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law and brings over twenty-five years of seasoned legal experience. Having served as an assistant state attorney and supervisor in the Juvenile Justice Unit, Ms. Fishman provides invaluable insight into trial advocacy and criminal procedure. Individuals who need a lawyer urgently find reliable, prompt representation at the firm.

Compassionate Divorce and Family Law Representation

When family life undergoes substantial change, retaining an attorney who understands both Florida statutory laws and the emotional challenges involved is paramount. As a divorced parent, Lorri Fishman approaches every family case with authentic empathy and practical realism. For clients seeking to hire an attorney who will tenaciously protect their financial assets and parenting relationships, the practice provides extensive guidance in several key areas:

• Divorce and marital dissolution: Guiding clients through contested and uncontested divorces, complex asset division, retirement allocations, and forensic financial evaluations.
• Child custody and timesharing: Formulating balanced parenting plans that safeguard children's emotional health and protect vital parental bonds.
• Child support and alimony: Resolving spousal maintenance issues including bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, and durational alimony, as well as calculating and enforcing child support obligations.
• Paternity and fathers' rights: Assisting mothers and fathers in establishing biological parentage, securing formal visitation rights, and obtaining proper support decrees.
• Post-judgment modifications: Representing parents seeking modifications to existing court orders due to substantial changes in income, employment, or parental relocation.
• Domestic violence injunctions: Swiftly seeking protective restraining orders or defending individuals against improperly filed injunction petitions.

Tenacious Criminal Defense From a Former Prosecutor

A criminal accusation can jeopardize your future, freedom, and professional career. Having prosecuted thousands of misdemeanor and felony cases, including in the DUI unit and felony trial division, Lorri Fishman understands precisely how the state evaluates and builds criminal cases. This prosecutorial background enables her to pinpoint procedural flaws, dispute field sobriety tests, challenge search warrants, and construct persuasive defense strategies. The firm handles driving under the influence defense, drug offenses, assault and battery, theft crimes, weapon charges, domestic violence allegations, and juvenile delinquency matters. When you need to find a lawyer who knows how to negotiate with prosecutors or fight at trial, Lorri K. Fishman, P.A. offers formidable advocacy.

Boutique Client Service With Powerful Trial Experience

At Lorri K. Fishman, P.A., clients receive the individualized care of a boutique legal practice combined with the assertive capabilities of a large trial firm. Attorney Fishman takes a personal, hands-on approach to every legal matter, providing direct access and regular case updates. The firm offers free initial telephone evaluations and clear fee structures to help individuals take confident legal steps without financial surprise. If you are looking for dedicated legal counsel in Fort Lauderdale, contact Lorri K. Fishman, P.A. today to schedule a confidential discussion regarding your case.