Atty. Mary M. Viator

Atty. Mary M. Viator

About Mary M. Viator View website Awards AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher.

West Palm Beach West Palm Beach 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Mary M. Viator at a glance

Mary M. Viator is a Partner based in West Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at Caldwell Pacetti Edwards Schoech & Viator LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on probate, real estate, and government. Admitted to practice in Florida (1978), District of Columbia (1980), and U.S. Supreme Court (2008). Educated at Nova University (J.D., 1977) and Newcomb College of Tulane University Stephens College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Palm Beach County Bar Association The Florida Bar District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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About Mary M. Viator View website

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher. About Awards

Client Champion Awards

Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Martindale Peer Awards

A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:

AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.

Mary M. Viator got this award in 2021

Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.

Avvo Awards

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Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.

Practice Areas Explained

Mary M. Viator's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mary M. Viator handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 West Palm Beach 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 Mary M. Viator

Where is Mary M. Viator's law office located?
Mary M. Viator's law practice is located in West Palm Beach, Florida. The firm is Caldwell Pacetti Edwards Schoech & Viator LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary M. Viator handle?
Mary M. Viator focuses on probate, real estate, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Mary M. Viator practiced law?
Mary M. Viator has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Mary M. Viator go to law school?
Mary M. Viator earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Mary M. Viator for a consultation?
You can contact Mary M. Viator 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 Mary M. Viator received?
Mary M. Viator's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Nova University
- 1977
B.A.
Newcomb College of Tulane University Stephens College
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1978
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2008

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