Carol A. Kartagener

Carol A. Kartagener is a veteran civil rights lawyer and board-certified expert in marital and family law. A senior attorney at Weiss, Handler & Cornwell, P.A., she brings over 26 years of experience in handling complex civil, commercial, and constitutional disputes. Her strong courtroom presence and deep commitment to justice have earned her a respected reputation throughout Florida.

Carol earned her J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law in 1984 and holds a B.A. in History and Medical Studies, magna cum laude, from the State University of New York at Binghamton. She began her legal career as a law clerk for U.S. District Judge Norman C. Roettger, Jr., gaining foundational experience in federal civil rights and constitutional law.

Carol A. Kartagener has argued numerous landmark cases involving civil liberties, family rights, and commercial conflicts, and she holds several published appellate opinions to her name. In 1993, she secured a record-setting $11 million verdict in a Broward County commercial dispute, reflecting her strength in both trial advocacy and legal strategy.

Carol is admitted to practice in all Florida state courts, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, and the District’s Trial Bar. Carol has also served as a Special Master and Guardian in the 17th Judicial Circuit, roles that reflect her commitment to fairness and due process.

A member of the Florida Bar’s Family Law Section, as well as various regional bar associations, Carol A. Kartagener continues to advocate for individuals whose rights have been compromised by negligence, discrimination, or abuse of power. Her decades of experience, sharp litigation skills, and dedication to justice make her a trusted voice in Florida’s legal community.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Weiss, Handler & Cornwell, PA
• Member, South Palm Beach County Bar Association
• Member, Broward County Bar Association
• Member, The Florida Bar
• Member, The Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• University of Miami School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• State University of New York at Binghamton
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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