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Susan Winston

Susan Winston

Winston Law, P.A.
  • Divorce, Family Law, Estate Planning ...
  • Florida
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Susan Winston has been practicing law since October 2004 when she was admitted to the Florida Bar. She came to Florida from Virginia after graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from the College of William and Mary in 2001. Susan then went to the University of Miami School of Law and received her Juris Doctor in 2004.

Susan began her legal career at the Office of the Public Defender for the 15th Judicial Circuit in 2004. In over six years at the Office of the Public Defender, Susan represented the indigent accused in a variety of criminal cases including felonies, misdemeanors and juvenile delinquency.

As a public defender, Susan spent over a year in the Serious Crimes Division representing clients facing life in prison charged with crimes such as capital sexual battery, attempted murder with a firearm and second degree murder. Susan has represented thousands of clients, tried over 60 cases, and was a Division Chief in a felony criminal division. During her six years at the Office of the Public Defender, Susan has represented clients charged with all types of criminal cases including Domestic Battery, DUI, DUI Manslaughter, Possession of Cocaine, Burglary, firearm charges and many more.

During the 2010-2011school year, Susan became a Professor of Law. She taught Courtroom Procedure and Business Law as an Adjunct Professor at Palm Beach State College. Susan also was the Head Legal Instructor at the Palm Beach Lakes High School Pre-Law Academy.

Additionally, Susan serves on an advisory board, providing legal council for a nationwide healthcare firm.

In June 2011, Susan became the founding partner of Winston Law, P.A. She specializes in representing clients in the areas of criminal, family and elder law.

When she’s not practicing law Susan spends her time with her husband and her German Shepherd. She also enjoys pottery, tennis, yoga and spinning.

Practice Areas
    Divorce
    Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
    Family Law
    Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
    Estate Planning
    Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
    Probate
    Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
    Criminal Law
    Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
    Juvenile Law
    Domestic Violence
    Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
    DUI & DWI
    Elder Law
Fees
  • Free Consultation
    Free 30 minute consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER and AMERICAN EXPRESS
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Florida
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Languages
  • English
Professional Experience
Founding Partner
Winston Law, P.A.
- Current
Adjunct Professor
Palm Beach State College
- Current
Head Legal Instructor
Palm Beach Lakes High School Pre-Law Academy
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Assistant Public Defender
Office of the Public Defender-15th Judicial Circuit
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Education
University of Miami School of Law
J.D. (2004) | Law
- present
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College of William and Mary
B.A. (2001) | History
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Professional Associations
The Palm Beach County Bar Association
Member
- Current
Activities: Member of the Young Lawyers Section
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The Florida Association of Women Lawyers
Member
- Current
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Palm Beach Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
- Current
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The Florida Bar
Member
- Current
Activities: Family Law, Criminal Law and Elder Law Sections.
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Susan Winston's Website Profile
Website
Winton Law, P.A. Website
Contact & Map
7401 Wiles Road
Suite 353
Coral Springs, FL 33067
Telephone: (954) 509-3754
Cell: (561) 670-9375
Fax: (561) 584-5222
319 Clematis Street
Suite 614
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Telephone: (561) 670-9375