COVID-19 Update: How We Are Serving and Protecting Our Clients

We are closely tracking the rapidly evolving public health and community concerns related to the new coronavirus or COVID-19. Rest assured that we are taking all available steps to remain accessible to our clients as we continue to act in accordance with their best interests during this difficult time.

Please see below for answers to some frequently asked questions, and feel free to reach out to us any time at (561) 347-7770 for assistance with your legal matter.

Is your office currently open during normal business hours?

Yes, our office is fully operational and open during normal business hours.

When and how can I contact you?

You can contact our office any time by one or more of the following ways:

  1. Dialing the telephone numbers found at the bottom of this page;
  2. Filling out the contact form on this page;
  3. Chat with us online by clicking the “Start Chat” button on this page; or
  4. E-mail us at [email protected].

What video chat platforms do you offer for clients?

We offer video chat and conferencing. While we prefer to use Zoom, we are equipped to offer the following platforms: FaceTime, Google Hangouts, Skype, BlueJeans, FreeConferenceCall, GoToMeeting, Join.me, Lifesize, Microsoft Teams, RingCentral, UberConference, WebEx and WhatsApp.

Are you accepting new clients?

Yes, our firm is always accepting new clients and now is no exception.

Our office is fully operational, available, and ready to assist with all of your case related needs. Just contact our office by telephone or e-mail and we’ll be happy to discuss your case and provide you with any updates.

Are courts of law still open in my area? Will my court date be rescheduled? What if I can’t come to court because I’m sick or quarantined?

The courts in Palm Beach and Broward counties remain open at this time. However, most jury trials have been suspended. The length of suspension depends upon in which court your case is pending. All cases that are scheduled to go to trial during this period will be rescheduled. Further information can be found in the links below. Or, simply contact our office and we will be happy to update you on the current status of your pending trial date.

Some court hearings are still being conducted using telephone or video conferencing technology. It will not be necessary for you to appear in court during the coronavirus public health crisis. If your appearance is required, you will be able to appear telephonically or by videoconference.

Will scheduled depositions, mediation, arbitration, or settlement negotiations occur as planned?

While some depositions are being rescheduled depending upon each specific circumstance, many depositions are still moving forward using telephone and video conferencing technology. Most mediations and arbitrations are taking place as scheduled. Once again, all participants are usually appearing using some form of telephone and/or video conferencing technology. All settlement negotiations are still being conducted as planned.

Again, please feel free to reach out to us with questions at any time, and see the following links below for CDC, state, and/or local updates regarding public health orders, court operations, and other information.

CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/
State: https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/
Local: http://discover.pbcgov.org/pages/COVID19.aspx
https://www.broward.org/CoronaVirus/Pages/default.aspx
Court: https://www.mypalmbeachclerk.com/Home/Components/News/News/206/16
https://www.browardclerk.org/GeneralInformation/Miscellaneous#CoronavirusUpdates