About

Meet our Mediators

Temi Zeitenberg, Esq.

Ms. Zeitenberg’s legal career began over nineteen years ago as an attorney with the Florida Department of Children and Families, Children’s Legal Services, prosecuting cases of abuse, abandonment, and neglect of children. Additionally, she worked with the Florida Department of Children and Families, Office of General Counsel, handling a variety of matters including prosecuting cases of elderly abuse and neglect, establishing guardianships, appellate research and writing, and handling public record requests.

In 2012, Ms. Zeitenberg went into private practice focusing on marital and family law. While in private practice, Ms. Zeitenberg acted with fierce advocacy and negotiating skills, combined with a sensitivity and compassion needed to guide her clients to a cost effective and clear-cut resolution. When necessary, Ms. Zeitenberg utilized her trial advocacy skills in the courtroom to achieve the best outcomes for her clients.

In 2018, Ms. Zeitenberg was appointed as a General Magistrate in the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit in Palm Beach County. As a Magistrate, Ms. Zeitenberg was assigned to the family, mental health, and child support divisions. Ms. Zeitenberg presided over hundreds of hearings and non-jury trials. In addition, Ms. Zeitenberg was responsible for legal research, drafting and writing reports, orders, and judgments.

In addition to her mediation practice, Ms. Zeitenberg serves as a Guardian ad Litem in high-conflict custody cases, advocating for the best interests of children and ensuring their voices are heard in legal proceedings. Ms. Zeitenberg brings a child-centered, trauma-informed perspective to every case.

Recognizing the need for a new approach to a new beginning, Ms. Zeitenberg founded DivorceSmart which focuses on a negotiated settlement rather than litigation as the best strategy in family law cases. Ms. Zeitenberg uses her years of trial litigation experience combined with presiding over hundreds of cases as a General Magistrate to empower others to resolve disputes without litigation. Ms. Zeitenberg’s background allows her to analyze cases on an individual basis with an eye to achieving the most efficient and economical result. Ms. Zeitenberg’s patience and passion for alternative dispute resolution helps others come to an agreement, which in turn, saves time, money, stress.

Clients appreciate Ms. Zeitenberg’s approachable yet direct style, and ability to simplify complex legal processes while remaining attentive to their emotional and practical needs. Whether you are seeking a peaceful resolution through mediation or need thoughtful assistance with court-required documents, Ms. Zeitenberg’s goal is to support you through each step with compassion and professionalism.

Not only is Ms. Zeitenberg a skilled attorney and mediator, but she is also a licensed Florida Real Estate Agent.

Ms. Zeitenberg’s motto is: “Solutions, not sides.”

ACCOMPLISHMENTS & ACCOLADES

University of Miami Bachelor of Science – 2001
Nova Southeastern University Juris Doctorate – 2006
Florida Bar – October 2006
15th Judicial Circuit General Magistrate – 2018-2021
2nd Annual Regional Child Welfare Conference Outstanding Performance Award – September 28, 2007
3rd Annual Regional Child Welfare Conference Outstanding Performance Award – November 7, 2008
Family Resource Center Outstanding Service to the Children & Families of District XI – 2009
Florida Licensed Real Estate Agent – March 2010
Florida Department of Children & Families Service Award – April 2013
Family Mediation Training – April 2013 & October 2021
Guardian Ad Litem Training – November 2015
Florida Judicial College Training – December 2019
Florida Judicial College Faculty – January 2021
The Florida Bar’s Family Law Section Chair’s Awards of Special Merit 2022-2023
The Florida Bar’s Family Law Section Above and Beyond Award 2023-2024

MEMBERSHIPS & ASSOCIATIONS

Family Law Section of The Florida Bar
Alternative Dispute Resolution Section of The Florida Bar
National Association of Divorce Professionals, Boca Raton Lunch Chapter Director: 2016-2018
Susan Greenberg Family Law American Inn of Court of the Palm Beaches n/k/a The Greenberg Gamot Family Law American Inn of Court: Member 2018-2019; Secretary 2019-2020; Treasurer 2020-2021; 2021-2022; Vice President 2022-2023; Membership Committee Co-Chair 2023-2024; 2024-2025
Family Law Section Ad Hoc Guardian Ad Litem Committee: Co-Chair 2022-2023; 2023-2024; 2024-2025; Member 2025-2026
Family Law Section Alternative Dispute Resolution: Chair 2022-2023; Member 2023-2024; 2024-2025; 2025-2026
Family Law Section Legislation Committee: 2022-2023; 2023-2024; 2024-2025; 2025-2026
Family Law Section General Magistrate & Hearing Officers Committee Member: 2021-2022; 2022-2023; 2023-2024; 2024-2025; 2025-2026
Family Law Section Rules and Forms Committee: Co-Vice Chair 2022-2023; Co-Chair 2023-2024; Special Advisor 2024-2025; Member 2025-2026
Family Law Section Children Issues Committee Member: 2023-2024; 2024-2025; 2025-2026
The Florida Bar Family Law Rules Committee – First Term Ending June 30, 2025; Second Term Ending June 30, 2028; Vice Chair 2024-2025; 2025-2026
Palm Beach County Bar Association
Palm Beach County Bar Association: Co-Chair Family Law CLE Committee 2025-2026
Palm Beach County Bar Association Alternative Dispute Committee Member: 2024-2025; 2025-2026
Palm Beach County Bar Association Unified Family Practice Committee Member: 2024-2025; 2025-2026
South Palm Beach County Bar Association
South Palm Beach County Bar Association: Co-Chair Alternative Dispute Resolution/Mediation Committee 2022-2023
Florida Association of Women Lawyers
Association of Florida Magistrates & Hearing Officers – Secretary 2019-2020; Treasurer 2020-2021
The Florida Chapter of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (FLAFCC)

PUBLICATIONS & SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

“Young Women Layers Who Start Their Own Law Firms Continue To Face Challenges in a Male Dominated Industry,” FAWL Journal Fall/Winter 2016
“Department of Revenue Administrative Child Support Order” Family Law Commentator. Volume XXVI, ISSUE 3, Spring 2022
Palm Beach County Bar Association – Bench Bar Panelist 2019, 2020, 2022
Palm Beach County Bar Association Family Law CLE Committee “Mission Possible. Temporary Relief in Thirty Minutes” Presenter May 13, 2022
Family Law Section of The Florida Bar Family Law Live Presenter “How to Read a Child Support Ledger” April 25, 2023
Family Law Section of The Florida Bar CLE Family Matters Presenter “Guardian ad Litem and Social Investigations” February 23, 2024
Family Law Section of The Florida Bar CLE Trauma Informed & Trauma Responsive Family Courts Presenter “10Cs/Guiding Principles” April 16, 2024