Denise L. Schneider, ADR Attorney in Boca Raton, Florida
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on ADR and Family Law
Gladstone, Weissman, Hirschberg & Schneider PA
Boca Raton, FL
Practicing adr in Boca Raton since 2002.
- 24+
- Years practicing
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- Bar admission
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Denise L. Schneider is an attorney based in Boca Raton, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Denise has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gladstone, Weissman, Hirschberg & Schneider PA.
- Based in
- Boca Raton, FLORIDA
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- ADR · Family Law
- Handles ADR and Family Law matters from Boca Raton, FLORIDA.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law (2026).
About Denise L. Schneider: Denise L. Schneider is an attorney based in Boca Raton, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Denise has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gladstone, Weissman, Hirschberg & Schneider PA.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Denise L. Schneider
Denise concentrates on adr and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Denise handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR cases in Boca Raton, Florida
Denise takes adr matters in Boca Raton, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Denise agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Boca Raton, Florida
Denise takes family law matters in Boca Raton, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Denise agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Denise L. Schneider — Over 24 years of Florida adr experience
Denise L. Schneider is an attorney based in Boca Raton, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Denise has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gladstone, Weissman, Hirschberg & Schneider PA.
Denise L. Schneider, Principal/Shareholder, is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Marital and Family Law and a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Ms. Schneider earned her J.D. (magna cum laude) as well as her Bachelor of Science from Nova Southeastern University. Prior to joining the firm in 2007, Ms. Schneider worked in several Fort Lauderdale area boutique marital and family law practices.
Following her admittance to The Florida Bar in 2002, Ms. Schneider has strictly limited her practice to complex matrimonial and family law cases, including prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, dissolution of marriage, equitable distribution, alimony and spousal support, parenting issues and timesharing, paternity, and complex financial matters.
Ms. Schneider is active in the Family Law Section of The Florida Bar and is a past Chair of the Family Law Section of the Broward County Bar Association. She also served on the Board of Directors of the Broward County Bar Association as well as the Board of Directors of Abi's Place, a non-profit school for children with moderate to severe developmental disabilities.
Ms. Schneider has been recognized as a Best Lawyer by the Best Lawyers in America for 7 consecutive years. She has been recognized as a Super Lawyer for 9 consecutive years and was also a Super Lawyer's Rising Star for 2009, 2011-2016. Ms. Schneider was named a Top Lawyer in South Florida Legal Guide, and in 2023 and 2024 was named in Women Leaders in Law by Florida Trend. Ms. Schneider was also the recipient of the Practice Section Chair Award, recognizing her outstanding leadership and guidance for the year 2009. Moreover, Gladstone, Weissman, Hirschberg & Schneider, P.A. has been named to the 2025 list of 'Best Law Firms' by U.S. News - Best Lawyers® as a ‘Tier-1' Marital and Family Law firm in the United States.
- Family Law
- Matrimonial Law
- The Florida Bar Board Certified in Marital and Family Law, 2011
- Florida, 2002
- Nova Southeastern Law University, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- J.D. - 2001
- Honors: magna cum laude
- Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- B.S. - 1998
- Florida Super Lawyers by Super Lawyers
- Best Lawyer by Best Lawyers in America
- Super Lawyers Rising Stars
- South Florida Legal Guide's List of Top Up & Comers
- Women Leaders in Law by Florida Trend
- Top Lawyer in South Florida Legal Guide
- Practice Section Award, Broward County Bar Association
- Broward County Bar Association, 2007 to Present
- The Florida Bar, Family Law Section, Member, 2002 to Present
- Broward County Bar Association, Family Law Section, Past Chair, 2009 to 2010
- Palm Beach County Bar Association , 2007 to Present
- South Palm Beach County Bar Association , 2007 to Present
- American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Fellow
How Denise handles adr matters
Denise L. Schneider , Principal/Shareholder, is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Marital and Family Law and a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Ms. Schneider earned her J.D. (magna cum laude) as well as her Bachelor of Science from Nova Southeastern University. Prior to joining the firm in 2007, Ms. Schneider worked in several Fort Lauderdale area boutique marital and…
Who Denise represents
Denise reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr and family law matters in Boca Raton and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Denise L. Schneider's legal education and bar admissions
Nova Southeastern University
— · 2001
Jurisdictions
Denise's state bar admissions
Florida, The Florida
2002 · ACTIVE
Denise studied at — in Nova Southeastern University.
Law school and academic background
Denise completed — in Nova Southeastern University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Denise runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Denise L. Schneider
Denise has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers, 2017-2025
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Rising Star 2009, 2011-2016
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers, 2017-2025 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Rising Star 2009, 2011-2016 (2026).
Locations
Denise L. Schneider's office in Boca Raton
Denise's primary office is at 101 Renaissance Centre, Suite 702, Boca Raton, Florida, 33432. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Gladstone, Weissman, Hirschberg & Schneider PA
101 Renaissance Centre, Suite 702
Boca Raton, Florida 33432
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How to hire Denise L. Schneider — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Denise usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Denise charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Denise's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Denise will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Boca Raton, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Denise
Denise discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Denise confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Denise's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Denise L. Schneider
How much does it cost to hire Denise for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Denise walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Denise offer a free consultation?
Denise charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Denise's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Denise's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Florida typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Denise gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Denise take my case if I'm outside Boca Raton?
Denise is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Denise will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Denise?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Denise will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Denise accepting new adr clients right now?
Denise's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Boca Raton, Miami and Tampa in Florida
Denise handles adr matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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