Howard Yale Yelen, General Attorney in Weston, Florida
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on General, Immigration, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 21 verified client reviews
Weston, FL
Practicing general in Weston since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 21 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Howard Yale Yelen is an attorney based in Weston, FL. The practice focuses on General, Immigration, and Personal Injury. Howard has over 30 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 21 client reviews.
- Based in
- Weston, FL
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- General · Immigration · Personal Injury
- Handles General, Immigration, and Personal Injury matters from Weston, FL.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Howard Yale Yelen: Howard Yale Yelen is an attorney based in Weston, FL. The practice focuses on General, Immigration, and Personal Injury. Howard has over 30 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 21 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Howard takes on
Howard concentrates on general, immigration, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Howard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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General cases in Weston, Florida
Howard takes general matters in Weston, 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 Howard agrees to represent you.
Immigration cases in Weston, Florida
Howard takes immigration matters in Weston, 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 Howard agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Weston, Florida
Howard takes personal injury matters in Weston, 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 Howard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Howard Yale Yelen — general lawyer in Weston
Howard Yale Yelen is an attorney based in Weston, FL. The practice focuses on General, Immigration, and Personal Injury. Howard has over 30 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 21 client reviews.
Howard Yale Yelen is a lawyer practicing immigration law, nationwide traffic citations, personal injury. Howard received a B.A. degree from Florida Atlantic University in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years. Howard practices in Weston, FL.
How Howard handles general matters
Howard Yale Yelen is a lawyer practicing immigration law, nationwide traffic citations, personal injury. Howard received a B.A. degree from Florida Atlantic University in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years. Howard practices in Weston, FL.
The kind of cases Howard takes
Howard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, immigration, and personal injury matters in Weston and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
St. Thomas University School of Law
J.D. · 1996
Florida Atlantic University
B.A. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Howard's state bar admissions
Florida U.S. Distric
1996 · ACTIVE
Howard studied at J.D. in St. Thomas University School of Law and B.A. in Florida Atlantic University.
Law school and academic background
Howard completed J.D. in St. Thomas University School of Law and B.A. in Florida Atlantic University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Howard runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Howard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Howard Yale Yelen's office in Weston
Howard's primary office is at 2645 Executive Park Drive, Weston, FL, 33331. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Howard Yale Yelen — 5.0/5 rating from 21 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Howard. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in Weston.
5.0
21 client reviews
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How to hire Howard Yale Yelen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Howard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Howard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard'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; Howard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Weston, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Howard
Howard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Howard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Howard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Howard Yale Yelen
How much does it cost to hire Howard for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Howard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Howard offer a free consultation?
Howard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Howard's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Florida typically take?
Simple general 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. Howard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Howard take my case if I'm outside Weston?
Howard 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 — Howard 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 Howard?
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. Howard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Howard accepting new general clients right now?
Howard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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