Sydney A. Towne is a highly respected family law attorney who has dedicated her career to advocating for clients in Florida. With a focus on complex children's issues and high-net-worth family law matters, Sydney combines her extensive legal expertise with a commitment to achieving optimal outcomes for her clients whether that be by negotiation or litigation.
Sydney graduated cum laude from the University of Miami School of Law in 2016, where she honed her litigation skills and developed a passion for family law. During law school Sydney interned with the 11th Judicial Circuit Domestic Violence Division and the Miami-Dade Public Defenders. Prior to law school, she graduated magna cum laude with a B.A. in journalism from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Between graduating from college and attending law school Sydney taught high school with Teach for America which deepened her commitment to advocating for children.
Since graduating, Sydney has exclusively practiced family law in South Florida, where she has worked for premier family law firms, gaining invaluable experience in all aspects of family law, from dissolution of marriage, paternity, and domestic violence actions to prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Her comprehensive background includes training in alternative dispute resolution, including being collaboratively trained. Despite a commitment to working to resolve matters as amicably as possible she is a skilled litigator which ensures that she is a well-rounded advocate for her clients.
In addition to her legal practice, Sydney is deeply involved in the legal community. She currently serves as the President-Elect of the First Family Law American Inn of Court in Miami, a prestigious honor that reflects her leadership in the field. She has also served on the Inn's board for several years, contributing to the development of the next generation of family law professionals. Sydney frequently guest lectures at the University of Miami School of Law on family law matters and has been recognized for several years by Best Lawyers as a Rising Star.
Florida
University of Miami School of Law, JD
University of Massachusetts Amherst – B.A.
Sydney graduated cum laude from the University of Miami School of Law in 2016, where she honed her litigation skills and developed a passion for family law. During law school Sydney interned with the 11th Judicial Circuit Domestic Violence Division and the Miami-Dade Public Defenders. Prior to law school, she graduated magna cum laude with a B.A. in journalism from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Between graduating from college and attending law school Sydney taught high school with Teach for America which deepened her commitment to advocating for children.
Since graduating, Sydney has exclusively practiced family law in South Florida, where she has worked for premier family law firms, gaining invaluable experience in all aspects of family law, from dissolution of marriage, paternity, and domestic violence actions to prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Her comprehensive background includes training in alternative dispute resolution, including being collaboratively trained. Despite a commitment to working to resolve matters as amicably as possible she is a skilled litigator which ensures that she is a well-rounded advocate for her clients.
In addition to her legal practice, Sydney is deeply involved in the legal community. She currently serves as the President-Elect of the First Family Law American Inn of Court in Miami, a prestigious honor that reflects her leadership in the field. She has also served on the Inn's board for several years, contributing to the development of the next generation of family law professionals. Sydney frequently guest lectures at the University of Miami School of Law on family law matters and has been recognized for several years by Best Lawyers as a Rising Star.
“Cross-Examination: Selected Problems – Some Easy Rules That Are Not So Easy to Apply”
Sponsor: American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)
“Matrimonial Law: A Case Law Update”
Sponsor: Supreme Court Appellate Division First Department
“Matrimonial and Family Law: The Changing Economy and Critical Issues – What You Need to Know: Drafting for Bankruptcy Considerations”
Sponsor: New York State Bar Association
”How to Litigate a Child Custody Case”
Sponsor: New York County Lawyers
“Drafting Custody and Visitation Provisions”
Sponsor: New York State Bar Association
“Matrimonial Case Law Update: A Review of Developing Issues in Matrimonial Law”
Sponsor: Supreme Court Appellate Division First Department
“The United States Supreme Court’s Troxel Decision and its Impact on Non-Parental Visitation”
Sponsor: American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)
“Handling Your First Contested Divorce Case”
Sponsor: New York State Bar Association
“Recognizing Estate Planning and Real Estate Issues in Matrimonial Matters”
Sponsor: New York State Bar Association
“Selected Recurring Issues in Matrimonial Practice: Successfully Handling the Challenges”
Sponsor: New York State Bar Association
“The Expanding World of the Matrimonial Lawyer: New Cases, New Procedures and New Areas of Law: Discovery”
Sponsor: New York State Bar Association
“Handling A Child Custody Case: Intake to Trial”
Sponsor: New York State Bar Association
“Matrimonial and Family Law Update: “Double Dipping” When a Professional License/Practice is in the Case”
Sponsor: New York State Bar Association
“Practical Skills Seminar: Basic Matrimonial Practice”
Sponsor: New York State Bar Association
“Presenting Valuation Evidence At Trial and For Appeal”
Sponsor: New York State Bar Association
“Show Me the Money: Discovery and Treatment of Hidden Assets”
Sponsor: American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)
“The ABCs of Drafting Prenuptial Agreements and Other Matrimonial Agreements”
Sponsor: New York State Bar Association
“Understanding Child Support and Custody: Significant Decisions Under the CSSA”
Sponsor: Practicing Law Institute
“The Construction of a Prenuptial Agreement”
Sponsor: Association of the Bar of the City of New York
Mr. Aronson has also lectured on the following topics:
The Rules, Procedures, and Techniques of Matrimonial Motion Practice
Matrimonial Agreements and Tax Aspects of Maintenance, Support, and Property Distribution
Litigating Maintenance and Child Support in High Income Cases; Direct Testimony of Mothers and Fathers
Custody: Litigation’s Stepchild; How to make a record for both the Trial Court and the Appellate Court
Tax Returns and Net Worth Statements
“Presenting Valuation Evidence At Trial and For Appeal”
Location: New York State Bar Association
Guest Lecturer: David Aronson
“Show Me the Money: Discovery and Treatment of Hidden Assets”
Location: American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)
Guest Lecturer: David Aronson
“The ABCs of Drafting Prenuptial Agreements and Other Matrimonial Agreements”
Location: New York State Bar Association
Guest Lecturer: David Aronson
“Understanding Child Support and Custody: Significant Decisions Under the CSSA”
Location: Practicing Law Institute
Guest Lecturer: David Aronson
“The Construction of a Prenuptial Agreement”
Location: Association of the Bar of the City of New York
Guest Lecturer: David Aronson
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