I wanted to be a lawyer since the eighth grade. As a Miami native, I graduated magna cum laude from the University of Miami in 1975 with a Bachelors in Business Administration, having majored in Accounting. I graduated cum laude from the University of Miami School of Law in 1978 and have been practicing law ever since. I have handled all types of family cases, in addition to having an appellate practice during my career.
My many years of experience representing people who are getting divorced have taught me that the greatest gift they can give to their children and to themselves is peace through the resolution of their case. Settled cases not only minimize difficulty for children, they also preserve the family's finances so that money can be used for the family's needs. That is why I am a mediator and a collaborative family law attorney.
Education
University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
Juris Doctorate, 1978, cum laude
Law Review
Published Law Review article (Subject: appearance of impropriety)
University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
B.A. Degree, Major in Accounting, 1975, magna cum laude
Professional Experience
1992 to present
Regina F. Zelonker, P.A.: Sole practitioner - family law and mediation practice located in Coral Gables
2005 to June 30, 2006 (due to end of grant)
Mediator, Visitation and Access Project, Miami-Dade County Family Court (in addition to private practice)
1982 to 1992
Scherman and Zelonker, P.A.: Partner - general practice with emphasis on family, probate, and real estate located in Hialeah
1978 to 1982
Stabinski and Funt, P.A.: Associate in general practice firm, responsibility in the areas of family and appellate law.
Prepared and argued numerous appeals in multiple areas, including insurance law.
Licenses, Certifications, and Other Professional Skills
| May 1999 | Certified as a Circuit Civil, Family, and County Court mediator |
| September 2003 | Approved as an Assistant Trainer for mediation |
| August 2004 | Completed Supreme Court Certified Arbitration Training Program |
Professional Affiliations
Florida Bar (admitted 1978); Family Law and Alternative Dispute Resolution Section
Dade County Bar
Florida Academy of Professional Mediators
Collaborative Family Law Institute, Vice-President-Attorneys, Miami
Florida Academy of Collaborative Professionals
International Association of Collaborative Professionals
Community Involvements
Greater Miami Jewish Federation, Board of Directors
Whispering Manes Therapeutic Riding Center, Board of Directors
Jewish Community Relations Council, Past Chair
Greenfield Day School, Past President
Temple Samu-El Or Olom, Past President
Dave and Mary Alper JCC, Past Board Member
Trained as a Listener through Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Planning Committee, Miami-Dade County Community Relations Board, Save Darfur Rally
Regina Zelonker discusses her practice.
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