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John Schutz

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Licensed for 26 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and separation

Language

English

About

Representing clients exclusively in family law cases for the past 19 years, Mr. Schutz is widely regarded as a marital and family law expert. He is Board Certified in marital and family law by The Florida Bar. As a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), Mr. Schutz is committed to elevating the standards and improving the practice of family law. Fellows of the AAML are generally recognized by judges and attorneys as preeminent family lawyers, with a high level of knowledge, skill and integrity. Also, Mr. Schutz is a Fellow of the International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. The IAML is a worldwide association of practicing lawyers who are recognized by their peers as the most experienced and expert family law specialists in their respective countries. Florida Trend Magazine again named John F. Schutz one of its Legal Elite, which represents the top 2% of family law attorneys in the State of Florida as selected by other lawyers. He has been named a “Super Lawyer” for the last seven years in a row.Mr. Schutz frequently lectures at continuing legal education seminars sponsored by The Florida Bar, and in his past role as a long standing member of the Family Law Section Continuing Legal Education Committee, has produced many seminars on family law issues. He also was past Chair of The Florida Bar Grievance Committee (15D) investigating allegations of misconduct by other lawyers. Mr. Schutz continues to devote a portion of his practice to representing less fortunate clients referred to him by the local Legal Aid Society and the National Center for Exploited and Missing Children.

Practices Areas

Divorce and separation

Language

English

Contact

John F. Schutz, P.L.1001 N Dixie HwyWest Palm Beach, FL, 33401-3331

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Danni
November 29, 2019

John is the best attorney to have in your corner. He is kind, sharp, knowledgeable and dedicated. He is no nonsense and a true professional in his field. I don’t think my ex will ever attempt to mess with me again after he knew I hired the best attorney and had him pay back my legal fees. I am forever thankful!

Elizabeth
October 22, 2017

John Schutz is a brilliant lawyer. I hired him in 2010 after another attorney I had proved to be utterly incompetent. Not only did Mr. Schutz do an excellent job cleaning up the mess from the previous lawyer, he in my estimation was key in me ultimately obtaining a very good outcome. I had a very contentious divorce and the opposing lawyer was very unprofessional and somewhat abusive. Mr. Schutz through his professionalism and excellent people skills was able to reign in the opposing attorney's unprofessional conduct. Mr. Schutz ran circles around the opposing attorney as he was always prepared and was quick on his feet. He is well worth the money in my opinion. Due to his skill and the ability to out class the opposing attorney, a trial was avoided which ultimately would have been far more costly. Highly recommend.

Paulo
October 17, 2017

0In early 2016 I was represented by another attorney in a recently opened  timeshare modification matter & I had quickly  lost confidence in said attorney's abilities to handle my case with my best interest in mind. I began  looking for better representation and looked to some close family friends who knew my situation well in the family law community for a referral. All of them came back with only one name, John F. Schutz.  Upon meeting with John for a consultation it literally took 10 minutes to realize I had found the  attorney I needed to handle my matter. After I briefly explained my situation to John, he addressed  all of my questions & concerns before I could go thru my list of questions & concerns. Everything I had been told about John as well as everything I had read in his reviews were very quickly confirmed. John & his staff handled my matter with the utmost professionalism every step of the way. Custody issues can be frustrating at times and when those times presented themselves John was always there to advise me on the best way possible to handle them. With John's help I was able to secure an outcome to my matter that all other attorney's  I had previously spoken with said was not possible. I would highly recommended John Schutz to anyone with a family law matter as I honestly believe that John's legal representation is unmatched.

anonymous
October 20, 2016

Mr. John Schutz is an excellent lawyer. I live in Peru and was not able to get any timesharing with my kids who live in Florida for 8 years. Mr,Schutz took on my case and made my dream possible. My children visited me in Peru for the first time in 8 years and I will be able to spend christmas with them too here in Peru. I will be forever grateful.

Mark
July 23, 2015

"Mr. Schutz represented me in a highly contentious case wherein my ex-wife falsely alleged child abuse and many other horrible things to gain advantage. She spent hundreds of thousands of dollars in hiring a team of attorneys, forensic accountants, HR Specialists, and real estate appraisers. It was a funny sight in court….just me and John verses their entire Army. Even more amusing was how he so brilliantly and efficiently undermined all of the opposing team’s positions. The CPA’s 401K valuation was thrown out, the vocational evaluator’s opinion was rejected, I got the house and equal timesharing with my child. My home controls where our child attends school. We won on all counts…. Alimony was unavoidable, though the amount she was awarded was significantly less in amount and duration than what she was demanding. If you have the means to ‘Invest in the Best,’ I highly recommend John Schutz."

Kathi
July 17, 2015

Mr. Shutz is an exceptional attorney who always has your best interests at heart. He is beyond professional and motivated in helping you meet your needs in the court room!

anonymous
July 17, 2015

I recommend Mr. Schutz without any reservation whatsoever. He is the ideal divorce attorney to have ON YOUR SIDE! Mr. Schutz is a fast thinker, he's always well-prepared, appropriately confident, and knows how to present a case to get the results you're looking for! Hire this attorney without giving it a second thought!

anonymous
July 17, 2015

I recommend Mr. Schutz without any reservation whatsoever. He is the ideal divorce attorney to have ON YOUR SIDE! Mr. Schutz is a fast thinker, he's always well-prepared, appropriately confident, and knows how to present a case to get the results your looking for! Hire this attorney without giving it a second though!

Lisa
July 15, 2015

During a very difficult time in our lives, John explained the process, held my hand, but gave me no nonsense advice. He was compassionate and understanding and very available no matter when I needed him. Thank you John!!!!

Martin
July 13, 2015

John Schutz personally represented me & I can honestly say that he was solid as a rock for me during a time & process when I was not sure what to expect or how things may unfold. Explained the process to me every step of the way. Compassionate & understanding but at the same time was Rock solid with an unwavering backbone which truly helps along the way. I appreciated & valued his services so much that he is truly the only divorce attorney that I recommended to any of my clients or personal friends which may be in need of a Marital Law expert.

Danni
November 29, 2019

John is the best attorney to have in your corner. He is kind, sharp, knowledgeable and dedicated. He is no nonsense and a true professional in his field. I don’t think my ex will ever attempt to mess with me again after he knew I hired the best attorney and had him pay back my legal fees. I am forever thankful!

Elizabeth
October 22, 2017

John Schutz is a brilliant lawyer. I hired him in 2010 after another attorney I had proved to be utterly incompetent. Not only did Mr. Schutz do an excellent job cleaning up the mess from the previous lawyer, he in my estimation was key in me ultimately obtaining a very good outcome. I had a very contentious divorce and the opposing lawyer was very unprofessional and somewhat abusive. Mr. Schutz through his professionalism and excellent people skills was able to reign in the opposing attorney's unprofessional conduct. Mr. Schutz ran circles around the opposing attorney as he was always prepared and was quick on his feet. He is well worth the money in my opinion. Due to his skill and the ability to out class the opposing attorney, a trial was avoided which ultimately would have been far more costly. Highly recommend.

Paulo
October 17, 2017

0In early 2016 I was represented by another attorney in a recently opened  timeshare modification matter & I had quickly  lost confidence in said attorney's abilities to handle my case with my best interest in mind. I began  looking for better representation and looked to some close family friends who knew my situation well in the family law community for a referral. All of them came back with only one name, John F. Schutz.  Upon meeting with John for a consultation it literally took 10 minutes to realize I had found the  attorney I needed to handle my matter. After I briefly explained my situation to John, he addressed  all of my questions & concerns before I could go thru my list of questions & concerns. Everything I had been told about John as well as everything I had read in his reviews were very quickly confirmed. John & his staff handled my matter with the utmost professionalism every step of the way. Custody issues can be frustrating at times and when those times presented themselves John was always there to advise me on the best way possible to handle them. With John's help I was able to secure an outcome to my matter that all other attorney's  I had previously spoken with said was not possible. I would highly recommended John Schutz to anyone with a family law matter as I honestly believe that John's legal representation is unmatched.

anonymous
October 20, 2016

Mr. John Schutz is an excellent lawyer. I live in Peru and was not able to get any timesharing with my kids who live in Florida for 8 years. Mr,Schutz took on my case and made my dream possible. My children visited me in Peru for the first time in 8 years and I will be able to spend christmas with them too here in Peru. I will be forever grateful.

Mark
July 23, 2015

"Mr. Schutz represented me in a highly contentious case wherein my ex-wife falsely alleged child abuse and many other horrible things to gain advantage. She spent hundreds of thousands of dollars in hiring a team of attorneys, forensic accountants, HR Specialists, and real estate appraisers. It was a funny sight in court….just me and John verses their entire Army. Even more amusing was how he so brilliantly and efficiently undermined all of the opposing team’s positions. The CPA’s 401K valuation was thrown out, the vocational evaluator’s opinion was rejected, I got the house and equal timesharing with my child. My home controls where our child attends school. We won on all counts…. Alimony was unavoidable, though the amount she was awarded was significantly less in amount and duration than what she was demanding. If you have the means to ‘Invest in the Best,’ I highly recommend John Schutz."

Kathi
July 17, 2015

Mr. Shutz is an exceptional attorney who always has your best interests at heart. He is beyond professional and motivated in helping you meet your needs in the court room!

anonymous
July 17, 2015

I recommend Mr. Schutz without any reservation whatsoever. He is the ideal divorce attorney to have ON YOUR SIDE! Mr. Schutz is a fast thinker, he's always well-prepared, appropriately confident, and knows how to present a case to get the results you're looking for! Hire this attorney without giving it a second thought!

anonymous
July 17, 2015

I recommend Mr. Schutz without any reservation whatsoever. He is the ideal divorce attorney to have ON YOUR SIDE! Mr. Schutz is a fast thinker, he's always well-prepared, appropriately confident, and knows how to present a case to get the results your looking for! Hire this attorney without giving it a second though!

Lisa
July 15, 2015

During a very difficult time in our lives, John explained the process, held my hand, but gave me no nonsense advice. He was compassionate and understanding and very available no matter when I needed him. Thank you John!!!!

Martin
July 13, 2015

John Schutz personally represented me & I can honestly say that he was solid as a rock for me during a time & process when I was not sure what to expect or how things may unfold. Explained the process to me every step of the way. Compassionate & understanding but at the same time was Rock solid with an unwavering backbone which truly helps along the way. I appreciated & valued his services so much that he is truly the only divorce attorney that I recommended to any of my clients or personal friends which may be in need of a Marital Law expert.

Danni
November 29, 2019

John is the best attorney to have in your corner. He is kind, sharp, knowledgeable and dedicated. He is no nonsense and a true professional in his field. I don’t think my ex will ever attempt to mess with me again after he knew I hired the best attorney and had him pay back my legal fees. I am forever thankful!

Elizabeth
October 22, 2017

John Schutz is a brilliant lawyer. I hired him in 2010 after another attorney I had proved to be utterly incompetent. Not only did Mr. Schutz do an excellent job cleaning up the mess from the previous lawyer, he in my estimation was key in me ultimately obtaining a very good outcome. I had a very contentious divorce and the opposing lawyer was very unprofessional and somewhat abusive. Mr. Schutz through his professionalism and excellent people skills was able to reign in the opposing attorney's unprofessional conduct. Mr. Schutz ran circles around the opposing attorney as he was always prepared and was quick on his feet. He is well worth the money in my opinion. Due to his skill and the ability to out class the opposing attorney, a trial was avoided which ultimately would have been far more costly. Highly recommend.

Paulo
October 17, 2017

0In early 2016 I was represented by another attorney in a recently opened  timeshare modification matter & I had quickly  lost confidence in said attorney's abilities to handle my case with my best interest in mind. I began  looking for better representation and looked to some close family friends who knew my situation well in the family law community for a referral. All of them came back with only one name, John F. Schutz.  Upon meeting with John for a consultation it literally took 10 minutes to realize I had found the  attorney I needed to handle my matter. After I briefly explained my situation to John, he addressed  all of my questions & concerns before I could go thru my list of questions & concerns. Everything I had been told about John as well as everything I had read in his reviews were very quickly confirmed. John & his staff handled my matter with the utmost professionalism every step of the way. Custody issues can be frustrating at times and when those times presented themselves John was always there to advise me on the best way possible to handle them. With John's help I was able to secure an outcome to my matter that all other attorney's  I had previously spoken with said was not possible. I would highly recommended John Schutz to anyone with a family law matter as I honestly believe that John's legal representation is unmatched.

anonymous
October 20, 2016

Mr. John Schutz is an excellent lawyer. I live in Peru and was not able to get any timesharing with my kids who live in Florida for 8 years. Mr,Schutz took on my case and made my dream possible. My children visited me in Peru for the first time in 8 years and I will be able to spend christmas with them too here in Peru. I will be forever grateful.

Mark
July 23, 2015

"Mr. Schutz represented me in a highly contentious case wherein my ex-wife falsely alleged child abuse and many other horrible things to gain advantage. She spent hundreds of thousands of dollars in hiring a team of attorneys, forensic accountants, HR Specialists, and real estate appraisers. It was a funny sight in court….just me and John verses their entire Army. Even more amusing was how he so brilliantly and efficiently undermined all of the opposing team’s positions. The CPA’s 401K valuation was thrown out, the vocational evaluator’s opinion was rejected, I got the house and equal timesharing with my child. My home controls where our child attends school. We won on all counts…. Alimony was unavoidable, though the amount she was awarded was significantly less in amount and duration than what she was demanding. If you have the means to ‘Invest in the Best,’ I highly recommend John Schutz."

Kathi
July 17, 2015

Mr. Shutz is an exceptional attorney who always has your best interests at heart. He is beyond professional and motivated in helping you meet your needs in the court room!

anonymous
July 17, 2015

I recommend Mr. Schutz without any reservation whatsoever. He is the ideal divorce attorney to have ON YOUR SIDE! Mr. Schutz is a fast thinker, he's always well-prepared, appropriately confident, and knows how to present a case to get the results you're looking for! Hire this attorney without giving it a second thought!

anonymous
July 17, 2015

I recommend Mr. Schutz without any reservation whatsoever. He is the ideal divorce attorney to have ON YOUR SIDE! Mr. Schutz is a fast thinker, he's always well-prepared, appropriately confident, and knows how to present a case to get the results your looking for! Hire this attorney without giving it a second though!

Lisa
July 15, 2015

During a very difficult time in our lives, John explained the process, held my hand, but gave me no nonsense advice. He was compassionate and understanding and very available no matter when I needed him. Thank you John!!!!

Martin
July 13, 2015

John Schutz personally represented me & I can honestly say that he was solid as a rock for me during a time & process when I was not sure what to expect or how things may unfold. Explained the process to me every step of the way. Compassionate & understanding but at the same time was Rock solid with an unwavering backbone which truly helps along the way. I appreciated & valued his services so much that he is truly the only divorce attorney that I recommended to any of my clients or personal friends which may be in need of a Marital Law expert.

Danni
November 29, 2019

John is the best attorney to have in your corner. He is kind, sharp, knowledgeable and dedicated. He is no nonsense and a true professional in his field. I don’t think my ex will ever attempt to mess with me again after he knew I hired the best attorney and had him pay back my legal fees. I am forever thankful!

Elizabeth
October 22, 2017

John Schutz is a brilliant lawyer. I hired him in 2010 after another attorney I had proved to be utterly incompetent. Not only did Mr. Schutz do an excellent job cleaning up the mess from the previous lawyer, he in my estimation was key in me ultimately obtaining a very good outcome. I had a very contentious divorce and the opposing lawyer was very unprofessional and somewhat abusive. Mr. Schutz through his professionalism and excellent people skills was able to reign in the opposing attorney's unprofessional conduct. Mr. Schutz ran circles around the opposing attorney as he was always prepared and was quick on his feet. He is well worth the money in my opinion. Due to his skill and the ability to out class the opposing attorney, a trial was avoided which ultimately would have been far more costly. Highly recommend.

Paulo
October 17, 2017

0In early 2016 I was represented by another attorney in a recently opened  timeshare modification matter & I had quickly  lost confidence in said attorney's abilities to handle my case with my best interest in mind. I began  looking for better representation and looked to some close family friends who knew my situation well in the family law community for a referral. All of them came back with only one name, John F. Schutz.  Upon meeting with John for a consultation it literally took 10 minutes to realize I had found the  attorney I needed to handle my matter. After I briefly explained my situation to John, he addressed  all of my questions & concerns before I could go thru my list of questions & concerns. Everything I had been told about John as well as everything I had read in his reviews were very quickly confirmed. John & his staff handled my matter with the utmost professionalism every step of the way. Custody issues can be frustrating at times and when those times presented themselves John was always there to advise me on the best way possible to handle them. With John's help I was able to secure an outcome to my matter that all other attorney's  I had previously spoken with said was not possible. I would highly recommended John Schutz to anyone with a family law matter as I honestly believe that John's legal representation is unmatched.

anonymous
October 20, 2016

Mr. John Schutz is an excellent lawyer. I live in Peru and was not able to get any timesharing with my kids who live in Florida for 8 years. Mr,Schutz took on my case and made my dream possible. My children visited me in Peru for the first time in 8 years and I will be able to spend christmas with them too here in Peru. I will be forever grateful.

Mark
July 23, 2015

"Mr. Schutz represented me in a highly contentious case wherein my ex-wife falsely alleged child abuse and many other horrible things to gain advantage. She spent hundreds of thousands of dollars in hiring a team of attorneys, forensic accountants, HR Specialists, and real estate appraisers. It was a funny sight in court….just me and John verses their entire Army. Even more amusing was how he so brilliantly and efficiently undermined all of the opposing team’s positions. The CPA’s 401K valuation was thrown out, the vocational evaluator’s opinion was rejected, I got the house and equal timesharing with my child. My home controls where our child attends school. We won on all counts…. Alimony was unavoidable, though the amount she was awarded was significantly less in amount and duration than what she was demanding. If you have the means to ‘Invest in the Best,’ I highly recommend John Schutz."

Kathi
July 17, 2015

Mr. Shutz is an exceptional attorney who always has your best interests at heart. He is beyond professional and motivated in helping you meet your needs in the court room!

anonymous
July 17, 2015

I recommend Mr. Schutz without any reservation whatsoever. He is the ideal divorce attorney to have ON YOUR SIDE! Mr. Schutz is a fast thinker, he's always well-prepared, appropriately confident, and knows how to present a case to get the results you're looking for! Hire this attorney without giving it a second thought!

anonymous
July 17, 2015

I recommend Mr. Schutz without any reservation whatsoever. He is the ideal divorce attorney to have ON YOUR SIDE! Mr. Schutz is a fast thinker, he's always well-prepared, appropriately confident, and knows how to present a case to get the results your looking for! Hire this attorney without giving it a second though!

Lisa
July 15, 2015

During a very difficult time in our lives, John explained the process, held my hand, but gave me no nonsense advice. He was compassionate and understanding and very available no matter when I needed him. Thank you John!!!!

Martin
July 13, 2015

John Schutz personally represented me & I can honestly say that he was solid as a rock for me during a time & process when I was not sure what to expect or how things may unfold. Explained the process to me every step of the way. Compassionate & understanding but at the same time was Rock solid with an unwavering backbone which truly helps along the way. I appreciated & valued his services so much that he is truly the only divorce attorney that I recommended to any of my clients or personal friends which may be in need of a Marital Law expert.