John E. Schwencke

John E. Schwencke began his law career as a defense attorney, building a strong base in civil litigation before shifting his practice toward helping individuals facing serious personal and family challenges. His work now focuses on personal injury, family law, and civil litigation, where clients often need steady guidance.

John completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Florida, where he attended on a Bright Futures Scholarship and graduated with honors. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Florida Levine College of Law, where he graduated with honors and was a member of Florida Blue Key.

John uses his litigation background to handle disputes with careful preparation and practical strategy. His experience in defense work gives him insight into how cases may be challenged, which helps him prepare claims and arguments for people dealing with injuries, family transitions, or contested civil matters.

John focuses his family law practice on divorce, modification of alimony, child support, and child custody, appeals, premarital agreements, domestic violence restraining orders, paternity, select adoption, guardianship, and juvenile dependency/relative custody matters. He also represents clients in personal injury and civil litigation cases.

John is admitted to practice in all jurisdictions in the State of Florida. He has also been admitted to the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida. His professional memberships include the Florida Bar and the Palm Beach County Bar Association.

John earned the award of “top 40 under 40” civil attorneys in Florida in 2019. This recognition reflects his work in civil matters and his commitment to serving clients with skill. His practice is centered on helping people manage legal problems during difficult and uncertain times.

John E. Schwencke brings together defense experience, civil litigation knowledge, and family law practice to support clients with clear direction. He helps people protect their rights, address urgent legal concerns, and move through personal injury, divorce, custody, and related disputes with focused advocacy.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Lavalle, Brown, Ronan & Schwencke, P.A.
• Member, The Florida Bar
• Member, Palm Beach County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• University of Florida Levine College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Florida Atlantic University
  Bachelor of Business Administration(BBA)

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