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Deborah S. Chames represents clients in Miami, Florida across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About Deborah S. Chames
Deborah Chames is a seasoned family law attorney who represents clients in all aspects of family law, including divorce, post judgment proceedings, enforcement proceedings, paternity actions, preparation of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and mediation. Prior to joining Kluger Kaplan, she was a partner at Heller & Chames, P.A. since its founding in 1989.
She has been appointed by a number of Dade County Circuit Judges as Guardian-Ad-Litem in matrimonial matters involving children’s issues. She also frequently testifies as an expert on attorney’s fee issues in matrimonial matters and matters relating to prenuptial agreements. She has been involved in family cases before the Florida Supreme Court on multiple occasions.
Deborah believes in a holistic approach to family law matters, looking at the entirety of the family unit and crafting a strategy that zealously advocates for her clients’ best interests while also taking into account the sensitive and personal nature of the issues at hand. This winning combination makes Deborah a champion for her clients in and out of the courtroom.
Outside of the courtroom, Deborah enjoys cooking, traveling and spending time with her grandchildren.
Credentials
Education
University of Miami School of Law
J.D. · 1980
Touro College
BA · 1977
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Florida, 311448
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Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — South Florida’s Top Rated Lawyers – Commercial Litigation, Martindale Hubbell Legal Leaders, 2012
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Pro Bono Service Award, August 1994 and August 2001
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyers in South Florida, South Florida Legal Guide, 2006-2019
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers, Florida Super Lawyers Magazine, 2014-2020
2026
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Kluger, Kaplan, Silverman, Katzen & Levine PL
201 South Biscayne Boulevard, 27th Floor
Miami, Florida 33131
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Deborah S. Chames focuses on Family Law.
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Deborah S. Chames primarily serves clients in Miami, Florida, with an office at 201 South Biscayne Boulevard, 27th Floor.
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