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Mara Bernstein, ADR Attorney in Boca Raton, Florida

Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Alimony, and Appellate · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

The Law Offices of Mara Bernstein, P.A.

Boca Raton, FL

Practicing adr in Boca Raton since 1989.

37+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
2
Bar admissions

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Mara Bernstein is an attorney based in Boca Raton, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Appellate. Mara has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Law Offices of Mara Bernstein, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Boca Raton, FL
Experience
over 37 years
Known for
ADR · Alimony · Appellate
  • Handles ADR, Alimony, and Appellate matters from Boca Raton, FL.
  • Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Mara Bernstein: Mara Bernstein is an attorney based in Boca Raton, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Appellate. Mara has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Law Offices of Mara Bernstein, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Mara Bernstein

Mara concentrates on adr, alimony, appellate, child custody, and divorce. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Boca Raton, Florida

Mara 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 Mara agrees to represent you.

Alimony cases in Boca Raton, Florida

Mara takes alimony 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 Mara agrees to represent you.

Appellate cases in Boca Raton, Florida

Mara takes appellate 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 Mara agrees to represent you.

Child Custody cases in Boca Raton, Florida

Mara takes child custody 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 Mara agrees to represent you.

Divorce cases in Boca Raton, Florida

Mara takes divorce 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 Mara agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Mara Bernstein — Over 37 years of Florida adr experience

Mara Bernstein is an attorney based in Boca Raton, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Appellate. Mara has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Law Offices of Mara Bernstein, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

In addition to her Florida private Family and Marital law practice, The Law Offices of Mara Bernstein, P.A. Mara Bernstein is Of Counsel to Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein, practicing Matrimonial and Family Law in both the firm’s Florida and New York offices. Mara’s practice focuses exclusively on private divorce; the negotiation and drafting of Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements, divorce consulting, pre-divorce divorce strategic planning and consulting.

Mara began her career in 1988 as a divorce litigation attorney with a preeminent New York City divorce law firm, representing clients in high-asset divorce and child custody matters after attaining her undergraduate degree from Cornell University and her law degree from Brooklyn Law School.

After years of witnessing the emotional and financial devastation divorce litigation had on her clients and their families, Mara now provides her clients with private, productive, and efficient out-of-court alternatives to expensive, prolonged, and often destructive divorce litigation.

Mara understands that divorce and family law matters are not “one size fits all.” For this reason, Mara assesses her clients’ needs, objectives, and goals and clearly lays out a strategy and legal approach designed to create the best results possible while minimizing the negative impacts of divorce. In addition to her years as a seasoned divorce litigator, Mara is an Accredited Collaborative Divorce attorney, a member of the Elite Collaborative Divorce Training team, and a Florida Supreme Court Certified divorce mediator. She is also a guardian ad litem representing the rights of children in high-conflict divorce cases.

Her clients describe her as “very accessible,” and an “advocate who gets results without unnecessary fees and drama.” Opposing counsel describe Mara as“respected and unwavering and relentless in pursuit of her clients’ interests”.

Mara's approach to adr cases

In addition to her Florida private Family and Marital law practice, The Law Offices of Mara Bernstein, P.A. Mara Bernstein is Of Counsel to Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein, practicing Matrimonial and Family Law in both the firm’s Florida and New York offices. Mara’s practice focuses exclusively on private divorce; the negotiation and drafting of Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements, divorce…

Clients Mara works with

Mara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, alimony, and appellate matters in Boca Raton and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Mara Bernstein's legal education and bar admissions

  • Brooklyn Law School

    J.D. · 1988

  • Cornell University

    B.S. · 1985

Jurisdictions

Mara's state bar admissions

  • Florida

    2012 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1989 · ACTIVE

Mara studied at J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and B.S. in Cornell University.

Law school and academic background

Mara completed J.D. in Brooklyn Law School and B.S. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mara runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Mara Bernstein's office in Boca Raton

Mara's primary office is at 3010 North Military Trail Suite 210, Boca Raton, FL, 33431. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

The Law Offices of Mara Bernstein, P.A.

3010 North Military Trail Suite 210

Boca Raton, FL 33431

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Mara Bernstein — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Mara. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Boca Raton.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mara Bernstein — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mara usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Mara charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mara'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; Mara 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 Mara

Mara 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. Mara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Mara'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 Mara Bernstein

  • How much does it cost to hire Mara for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mara walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Mara offer a free consultation?

    Mara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mara's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Mara'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. Mara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Mara take my case if I'm outside Boca Raton?

    Mara 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 — Mara 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 Mara?

    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. Mara will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Mara accepting new adr clients right now?

    Mara'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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