Doreen Yaffa
Founder & Managing Partner
Doreen Yaffa founded Yaffa Family Law Group with a clear mission: to provide strategic, compassionate, and results-driven legal representation to individuals navigating life's most personal legal matters. What began as a vision to reshape the client experience in family law has grown into one of South Florida's premier boutique law firms, serving clients from Jupiter to Miami.
Under Doreen's leadership, Yaffa Family Law Group has built a reputation for legal excellence and innovative service offerings, including options like limited representation and the streamlined SplytUp Services model. Doreen leads with a cost-benefit mindset, ensuring every case is handled with efficiency, clarity, and care. Her influence touches every client file through direct oversight, strategic input, and mentorship of the legal team.
Personal Philosophy
"Empowering every client with clarity, efficiency, and a legal strategy rooted in cost-benefit analysis to achieve the best possible outcome."
Podcast
Life After Divorce
Doreen and her husband Jeff Wilson co-host this podcast with 75+ episodes on building a better life after divorce.
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Board Certified Since 2001
Doreen Yaffa is among a select group of attorneys in the state of Florida to hold Board Certification in Marital and Family Law — the highest level of recognition awarded by The Florida Bar. She achieved this distinction in 2001, reflecting her proven skill, deep legal knowledge, and extensive courtroom experience.
Elite 6% Distinction
Only six percent of eligible Florida attorneys earn board certification, a designation that requires rigorous testing, peer review, and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in the field. This sets Doreen apart as both a skilled litigator and a strategic advisor.
Holistic Legal & Life Coaching Approach
As a Board-Certified Marital and Family Law attorney and Certified Life Coach, Doreen combines legal expertise with compassionate guidance. She leads with negotiation and creative problem-solving, empowering clients to make informed decisions while minimizing unnecessary conflict.
Credentials
Education
- • J.D., Nova Southeastern University
- • B.S., University of Florida
Professional Memberships
- • Florida Bar Association
- • Family Law Section of the Florida Bar
- • Super Lawyers (5 Years)
- • Life After Divorce Coaching Podcast — Co-Host