Atty. Lori I Barkus

Atty. Lori I Barkus

Divorce is the biggest financial investment of your life. The decisions you make, starting with hiring a lawyer, will affect the rest of your life.

Weston Weston 28 yrs experience 28 year
Call (303) 276-2940 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Lori I Barkus at a glance

Lori I Barkus is a Managing Partner based in Weston, Florida, practicing at Sustainable Family Solutions. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, contracts, family law, and child support. Admitted to practice in Florida (1998), District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, El (1999), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (2003), and Georgia (2006). Educated at University of Miami (J.D. B.A., 1998) and University of Miami (B.A. Sociology, 1995). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Dade County. Serands clients in Weston, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Divorce is the biggest financial investment of your life
  • The decisions you make, starting with hiring a lawyer, will affect the rest of your life
  • Hiring the wrong lawyer will cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars in a bad settlement or bad outcome in court
  • Sustainable Family Solutions method is based on founder Lori Barkus' 25 years experience and proven track record for helping clients navigate complex divorce and custody situations
  • The firm helps clients navigate divorce and family law matters to a successful outcome
  • The clients we work with are primarily high income earning women who want to divorce successfully- to get to a fair solution in a way that doesn’t cost tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars or emotionally harm their children
  • We use a values based approach to help clients work past their reactionary patterns and fear to create a legal and personal strategy with realistic solutions to get what they truly value
  • We offer flat fee services for some divorce n matters
  • No more wondering how much your case will cost
  • No more worrying about calling your attorney or sending an email
  • Our service packages spell out what work we will do for you and how much it will cost
  • We will also guide you through the process with our supportive team and our options for divorce coaching and financial advisor support during the process
  • The process starts with a consultation/strategy session: We have several options to choose from and our dedicated intake coordinators will help you select the best one for your needs
  • All of our consultations begin with a detailed intake which is reviewed by the attorney prior to your meeting
  • Your consultation, which may be 30-45 minutes or 60-90 minutes, will answer your most important questions, provide you with an overview of the process and leave you with an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses or your case as well as a roadmap for how to have a successful divorce

Practice Areas Explained

Lori I Barkus's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lori I Barkus 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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Child Custody & Visitation

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Contracts

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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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Child Support

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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 Weston 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 Lori I Barkus

Where is Lori I Barkus's law office located?
Lori I Barkus's law practice is located in Weston, Florida. The firm is Sustainable Family Solutions. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lori I Barkus handle?
Lori I Barkus focuses on divorce, child custody, contracts, family law, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Lori I Barkus practiced law?
Lori I Barkus has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Lori I Barkus go to law school?
Lori I Barkus earned their education at (J.D. B.A., 1998); (B.A. Sociology, 1995).
How can I contact Lori I Barkus for a consultation?
You can contact Lori I Barkus 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 Lori I Barkus received?
Lori I Barkus's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D. B.A.
University of Miami
- 1998
B.A. Sociology
University of Miami
- 1995

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1998
District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, El
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 2003
Georgia
Admitted: 2006
Colorado
Admitted: 2017

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