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Attorney Sergio Cabanas, Esq.

Founder & Managing Attorney

"Every family deserves a compassionate advocate who understands the true cost of conflict & the lasting value of peace of mind."

Experience

Sergio Cabanas, Esq. founded The Divorce Lawyers | Cabanas Law Firm in 2006 in Pembroke Pines out of a profound personal understanding of family hardship & legal struggle.  Having witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of prolonged courtroom battles, he established the firm on an unshakeable vow: to protect clients from destructive litigation & guide them toward fair, peaceful, & lasting resolutions.

Attorney Cabanas brings over three decades of legal experience to this mission.  He began his distinguished legal career in 1992 as a prosecuting attorney with the Broward County State Attorney’s Office.  He later refined his trial skills in insurance defense, defending medical professionals against malpractice claims before expanding into complex disability & life insurance litigation.  Today, as a Supreme Court of Florida Certified Mediator & active community speaker, Mr. Cabanas offers a rare combination of seasoned courtroom advocacy & skilled peacemaking.

This dual perspective shapes the firm’s core operational philosophy.  Alongside Mr. Cabanas is a dedicated bilingual team possessing over a century of combined legal experience, driven by a shared principle: clients should focus on their families while our legal team handles the rest.  Every case receives a tailored strategic roadmap paired with concierge-level service & clear communication at every turn.

Our commitment extends beyond final settlements — Mr. Cabanas & his team actively assist clients in rebuilding their lives, empowering them to establish strong future foundations & healthy relationships with their children.

Personal Approach & Mindfulness

Beyond his legal practice, Sergio holds a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do & is a certified RYT 200 Yoga Instructor registered with the Yoga Alliance.  His dedication to discipline, physical balance & mindfulness directly informs his legal practice, bringing calm reassurance & structured poise to high-stress negotiations.  He is also an avid dog lover.

Education

  • J.D., Doctor of Law (With Honors) — The American University, Washington College of Law, 1991
  • B.A., Bachelor of Arts (With Honors) — Berry College, 1988

Court Admissions

  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1991)
  • Circuit & County Mediator, Supreme Court of Florida (2003–2005)
  • Certified Family Mediator, Supreme Court of Florida (2018–2019)

Bar Associations

  • Florida Bar Association (1991)
  • Broward County Bar Association
  • Cuban American Bar Association (CABA)
  • Broward County Hispanic Bar Association
  • National Association of Trial Attorneys
  • Weston Bar Association

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Awards & Achievements

  • Inc. 5000 (2025)
  • AV Preeminent® Rating — Martindale-Hubbell (2022, 2023 & 2026)
  • Client Champion Award (Platinum Level) — Martindale-Hubbell (2026)
  • Law Firm 500 — Fastest-Growing Law Firms in the U.S. (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022 & 2024)
  • Avvo Clients’ Choice Award (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2026)
  • Avvo Top Attorney Rating (10.0 Superb)
  • Avvo Top Contributor (2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020)
  • 10 Best Law Firms — American Institute of Family Law Attorneys (2018)
  • Who’s Who Legal — Honored Member (2016)

Practice Areas

  • Family Law Litigation
  • Divorce & Separation
  • Family Mediation
  • Paternity
  • Child Custody & Visitation
  • Child Support & Alimony
  • Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
  • Domestic Violence Injunctions
  • Estate Planning & Asset Protection
Case Evaluation

Your Marriage Has a Story. Our Divorce Lawyers in Florida Work to Make Sure It Ends Right

Every case is unique and before we get you over to our legal team, we have to figure out if we can help you. – Are you calling about something we can help you with? – Are you in an area we serve? – Are you sure your spouse never contacted us? If the answer to all three of the questions is yes, then let’s get the process started. Submit a form or if you need immediate assistance, call us at (954) 447-2580
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