Atty. Henry B. Handler
Member, Florida Beach Access Advisory Council (Appointed by Florida Attorney General), 1987-1988. Member, Palm Beach County Land Use Advisory Board, 1987-1988.
Commercial Law & More Attorney · Serving Boca Raton, FL · 48+ Years Experience
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About Henry B. Handler at a Glance
Henry B. Handler is a Partner based in Boca Raton, Florida, practicing at Weiss, Handler & Cornwell, P.A.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on family law, estate planning, business, real estate, and hoa. Admitted to practice in Florida (1978), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1979), and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1982). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1978) and Princeton University (A.B., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Palm Beach County. Serves clients in Boca Raton, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Henry B. Handler
- Member, Florida Beach Access Advisory Council (Appointed by Florida Attorney General), 1987-1988
- Member, Palm Beach County Land Use Advisory Board, 1987-1988
Practice Areas Explained
Henry B. Handler's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Henry B. Handler handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boca Raton.
Family Law in Boca Raton
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Boca Raton
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Boca Raton
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Boca Raton
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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HOA & Condominium Law in Boca Raton
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boca Raton
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 Boca Raton 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.
Boca Raton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boca Raton-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Boca Raton Choose Henry B. Handler
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Henry B. Handler's practice in the field of family law, estate planning, business, real estate, and hoa.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Henry B. Handler brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida, and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, Henry B. Handler can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, estate planning, and business, Henry B. Handler can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boca Raton
A Boca Raton-based practice means Henry B. Handler attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Henry B. Handler Handles in Boca Raton
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