Meet Our Principal Attorney
“Take control of your situation. Divorce shouldn’t be something that happens to you. When divorce is inevitable, make it happen for you.” - C. Debra Welch
With extensive experience in complex financial and legal matters, high net worth individuals and others rely upon us for exceptional service, our discretion, and appropriate advocacy.
Attorney Debra Welch is adept at applying innovative legal approaches to complex and nuanced divorce and family law matters. Within her law practice, strong fundamentals bolster efficient, inspired representation of men and women from all walks of life.
In addition to being a skilled family law litigator, Debra Welch is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator and has served for years as a Guardian Ad Litem, working for the best interests of children of all ages. Prior to beginning her legal career, she spent 10 years as a professional mental health counselor in college and university settings.
Debra Welch’s diverse experience is a fundamental advantage to her clients. Her understanding of conflict resolution, emotional challenges and the special considerations inherent to matters involving children, fortify deep knowledge of the law and inform her understanding of opposing counsel’s methods and motivations.
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C. Debra Welch, Esq. Principal Attorney
A Boutique Family Law Firm Focused on You
Elevated Legal Support From A Compassionate Team
We provide compassionate, high-quality family law services focused on integrity, excellence, and personalized care. We work to empower our clients through every step of their case for the best outcomes.
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Decades of Dedicated Service
With over 30 years in family law, we bring seasoned insight to every case, focusing on high-conflict and high-net-worth matters.
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Custom Strategies for Every Case
Our boutique approach means every client receives direct, attentive care from our skilled team, ensuring your needs are front and center.
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A Deep Bench of Resources
We work closely with credentialed experts in fields like psychology, mediation, and forensic accounting, providing a robust foundation for complex cases.
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Compassionate Advocacy & Care
We understand the emotional toll of family law matters and provide compassionate support while fiercely advocating for your rights and best interests.
C. Debra Welch
C. DEBRA WELCH, Esq. practices almost exclusively in the area of Marital and Family Law with The Law Firm of C. Debra Welch, P.A., located in Palm Beach, Florida. She is a graduate of Stetson University, from which she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She holds a Master of Education in community counseling from Georgia State University. She earned her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from New England School of Law – Boston. Ms. Welch is a member of the Massachusetts Bar (1992) and the Florida Bar (1993). She is admitted to practice in the United States District Court, District of Massachusetts (1993) and the United States Supreme Court (1998).
Ms. Welch has been recognized as a Florida Super Lawyer every year since 2013, an honor given to only 5% of all lawyers in Florida. In 2010, Ms. Welch was the recipient of the Pro Bono Award for Family Law given by the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County in recognition of her commitment to those in need of legal services. In addition, in 2019 Ms. Welch was awarded the Raymond T. McNeal Professionalism Award by the Family Law Section of The Florida Bar.
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"Knowledge, Experience, & Passion"The definition of a true professional and compassionate attorney. Her outstanding team treated me as a top priority.- Former Client
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"She Really Cares"Always well prepared, she mapped out the best strategy. She went beyond what was expected and showed how much she really cared.- Former Client
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"Honesty & Integrity"We were in the best of hands—not only in terms of legal expertise, but also in terms of honesty and integrity.- Former Client
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"Strength and Power"I am so much better off because of your strength and power.- Former Client
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"Solid Moral Compass"They were caring, considerate and compassionate in the midst of an emotionally trying situation. Her solid moral compass is not easy to come by.- Former Client
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"A Credit to the Community"Their guidance and support during my divorce transformed what was otherwise an onerous task into a quite meaningful, even rewarding, experience.- Former Client
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"Exceptional Attorney"Your kindness extends beyond the job. Thank you for your time and patience.- Former Client
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"Outstanding Representation"The quality of people who work with you is outstanding. Thank you!- Former Client
Experience Across Multiple Disciplines
Prior to becoming an attorney, Ms. Welch enjoyed a successful career in higher education which focused on direct service counseling, psychotherapy, and college student development. During that time, she presented and guest lectured for numerous organizations and at various colleges and universities. Ms. Welch last served as the Associate Director for Counseling and Student Development at Bentley University in Waltham, Massachusetts. Since becoming an attorney, Ms. Welch continued her work in higher education by serving as an adjunct faculty member at Palm Beach State College (f/k/a Palm Beach Community College) (1999-2010) where she taught Family Law and Business Law in the college’s paralegal program. Ms. Welch continues to be a frequent guest lecturer and speaker on various topics relating to family law.
Throughout her career, she has been actively involved in various leadership positions in the Family Law Section of The Florida Bar and other voluntary Bar and community organizations.
State Bar and Federal Court Admissions, Certifications, Awards
- United States Supreme Court
- Admitted, May 1998
- Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator
- 2009 to Present
- Florida Bar
- Admitted, April 1993
- Super Lawyers
- 2013 to Present
- The United States District Court District Of Massachusetts
- Admitted, April 1993
- Family Law Pro Bono Award, Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County
- 2010
- Massachusetts Bar
- Admitted, December 1992
- Florida Legal Elite
- 2019 to Present
- The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers
- 2017 to 2018
- Lawyers of Distinction
- 2017 to 2018
- American Institute of Family Law Attorneys 10 Best Attorneys
- 2017 to 2018
- Palm Beach Illustrated Top Lawyers
- 2018
- The Honorable Raymond T. McNeal Professionalism Award given by the Family Law Section of The Florida Bar
- 2019