Atty. Daniel E Forrest
DANIEL E. FORREST specializes in all divorce and family law matters, including paternity, premarital agreements, domestic violence, enforcement, contempt, alimony, child support, custody, visitation, parenting plans, time-sharing, equitable distribution, property division, restraining orders, mediation, and post-judgment modifications.
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Daniel E Forrest is a Managing Partner based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Law Office of Forrest & Forrest, PLLC. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in State of Floirda, The Florida Bar (2006), Florida (2006), Southern District of Florida, U.S. District Court (2007), and Middle District of Florida, U.S. District Court (2007). Educated at Nova Southeastern University (J.D. Moot, 2006) and Pepperdine University School of Law, Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution University of Florida (B.A. Pre, 2002). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Family Law Section of the Florida Bar Broward County Bar Association Family Law Section of the American Bar Association and American Bar Association. Serves clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- DANIEL E. FORREST specializes in all divorce and family law matters, including paternity, premarital agreements, domestic violence, enforcement, contempt, alimony, child support, custody, visitation, parenting plans, time-sharing, equitable distribution, property division, restraining orders, mediation, and post-judgment modifications
- Board Certified in Marital & Family Law from 2012 to 2025 by The Florida Bar’s Board of Legal Specialization and Education
- In 2023 and 2024, Daniel was nominated for Board Certified Lawyer of the Year for his "exemplary professionalism, excellence, character and commitment to The Florida Bar’s certification program and to the practice of law.” He is a graduate of the University of Florida (B.A., 2002) and Nova Southeastern University School of Law (J.D., 2006)
- In 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025, Mr. Forrest was selected for inclusion to Super Lawyers® Magazine, an honor afforded to no more than 5% percent of lawyers in Florida who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement
- He has received Martindale-Hubbell's esteemed "AV- Preeminent" rating, which recognizes lawyers with the highest ethical standards and professional ability
- Mr. Forrest has also been chosen for inclusion in Super Lawyers® (“Rising Stars”) Magazine for 2010, 2011, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018
- Only 2.5% of the total lawyers in the state are selected for in including as Rising Stars
- Mr. Forrest is also certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator
- He was honored with the distinction of receiving 5.0 out of 5.0 Overall Peer Rating in Family Law, which is the highest possible ranking given by Martindale-Hubble and serves a testament to the fact that fellow attorneys consider Mr. Forrest at the highest level of professional excellence
- Only a select group of attorneys are ever awarded with this premier distinction
- Mr. Forrest is a member of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, Broward County Bar Association, and American Bar Association
- He authored Chapter 2 ( Grounds For Dissolution And Effect Of Fault) of the 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, and 15th Editions of The Florida Bar’s complete guide to dissolution of marriage, entitled, Florida Dissolution of Marriage
- He is admitted to practice law in the State of Florida, as well as the Southern, Middle, and Northern Districts of the U.S
- District Courts of Florida and the U.S
- Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit
- Mr. Forrest is a member of the Family Law Section of the American Bar Association
- He has been a frequent guest lecturer at Nova Southeastern University Law School’s Family Law Litigation Workshop
- He has lectured in the State of Florida as Faculty at the National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA) on Depositions Skills
- Mr. Forrest was voted by his peers for inclusion in Florida Trend Legal Elite magazine as an Up and Comer for 2016
- His practice is fully devoted to complex marital & family law cases, allowing Mr. Forrest to offer clients the in-depth legal knowledge they may require
- His clients consist of successful professionals, physicians, athletes, entertainers, entrepreneurs, businesspersons as well as attorneys
- Mr. Forrest prides himself in his ability to settle sophisticated cases without the need for prolonged litigation
- When the input of a court is necessary, however, Mr. Forrest has the experience, special knowledge, skills, and proficiency in law to achieve maximum results for his clients
- Mr. Forrest is competitive, but compassionate, and always strives to achieve the best results for his clients
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Daniel E Forrest is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Florida
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Lauderdale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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