Atty. John Lewis Chalif

Atty. John Lewis Chalif

Mr. John Lewis Chalif is a lawyer practicing divorce, litigation, trial practice and 38 other areas of law.

Palm Beach Gardens Palm Beach Gardens 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (754) 239-4603 Book Appointment

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About John Lewis Chalif at a glance

John Lewis Chalif is a Member based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, practicing at Law Offices of John L. Chalif, J.D., LL.M.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, trusts, and family law. Admitted to practice in Florida (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1987), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar (1988), and District of Columbia (1988). Educated at Cardozo School of Law (J.D. Georgetown, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Palm Beach County Bar Association Georgetown Law Center Alumni Association Securities Industry Association Compliance & Legal Division and Florida). Serands clients in Palm Beach Gardens, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John Lewis Chalif is a lawyer practicing divorce, litigation, trial practice and 38 other areas of law
  • John has been licensed for 39 years
  • John practices at Law Offices of John L. Chalif, J.D., LL.M. in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Practice Areas Explained

John Lewis Chalif's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Lewis Chalif handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Wills

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Child Custody & Visitation

John Lewis Chalif is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Florida →

Trusts

John Lewis Chalif is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 Palm Beach Gardens 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 andnue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Lewis Chalif

Where is John Lewis Chalif's law office located?
John Lewis Chalif's law practice is located in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. The firm is Law Offices of John L. Chalif, J.D., LL.M.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Lewis Chalif handle?
John Lewis Chalif focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, trusts, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has John Lewis Chalif practiced law?
John Lewis Chalif has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did John Lewis Chalif go to law school?
John Lewis Chalif earned their education at (J.D. Georgetown, 1985).
How can I contact John Lewis Chalif for a consultation?
You can contact John Lewis Chalif directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Lewis Chalif received?
John Lewis Chalif's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Georgetown
Cardozo School of Law
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1988
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992
New York
Admitted: 1992

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