Terra Ceia Family Lawyers

Douglas A. Oberdorfer is a committed and experienced Estate Planning attorney in Jacksonville, FL. If you are considering preparing a will or inheritance for you family, call our office and get the help you need. We handle everything included in the practice areas below and more.

Originally from New York City, Angelique made her way down to Florida and attended Florida Coastal Law School. She became an Assistant State Attorney, prosecuting various criminal offenses in the 5th Judicial Circuit.

In 2008, She left the State Attorney's office to join The Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel for the 5th District.

Now with over 13 years of trial experience, she is ready to defend all who need her help.

20+ Years experience in Family, Dependency, Consumer Defense and Disability Law. Our practice gives you the attention you deserve!

James F. Turner, Jr. earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida where he was a member of the Sigma Iota Epsilon business fraternity. After completing his undergraduate studies, he studied law on a full scholarship at the Florida State University College of Law where he earned his law degree. He began his legal career as a prosecutor in Tallahassee, Florida at the age of 23, making him one of the youngest prosecutors in the state. In addition to being a former prosecutor, Mr. Turner also spent several years fighting for children's...

The Rubin Law Firm dedicates its practice exclusively to areas of marital and family law. Mark S. Rubin is an experienced trial attorney who has been practicing and litigating cases in Okaloosa County, Walton County, Santa Rosa County, Escambia County, and surrounding counties for over 18 years. The Rubin Law Firm offers skilled representation and advice in all family law and divorce matters.

Born and raised in the small town of Altha, located in the Florida Panhandle west of Tallahassee and east of Panama City. I studied English Literature at Florida State University for my undergraduate degree, and minored in speech therapy, graduating with full honors. After graduation, I worked for Allstate Insurance Company as a bodily injury insurance claims adjuster. I made the decision to return to school to study law after having worked professionally for nearly 10 years. I received my Doctor of Jurisprudence, with honors, from Florida State University, having studied law at Oxford University in Oxford, England during that...

I was born in Brooklyn, New York, and have been a resident of Jacksonville for many years. My journey into the legal field began at the age of 16 in New York City, where I served as a high school legal intern for former Federal District Court Judge Arthur D. Spatt before his appointment to the U.S. District Court. I pursued my education in Jacksonville at FCCJ, earning an Associate's Degree, followed by a Bachelor of Science in Individualized Studies, a blend of law and history, from Charter Oak State College in Connecticut, where I graduated with honors. I obtained...

Yehuda Bruck, has exclusively practiced criminal and family law his entire career. Mr. Bruck attended Brooklyn Law School in 2000, and then moved to Miami upon graduation to take a position at the Miami-Dade County State Attorney’s Office where he handled thousands of criminal prosecution cases ranging from misdemeanors and DUIs to homicide cases. During his years as a prosecutor, Mr. Bruck conducted more than 50 jury trials to verdict. After gaining that valuable experience, Mr. Bruck left the State Attorneys Office and began his career as a successful criminal defense attorney handling criminal cases all over the State of...

Established in 2008, Leanne Perez, P.A. is a small law firm in Jacksonville, FL. Servicing North Florida, our clients are individuals who demand personalized attention and affordable rates. Ms. Perez's practice is primarily focused on family law and Ch. 7 bankruptcy. Leanne has been a member of the Florida State Bar for over 20 years and is admitted to practice before all Florida state courts and the Northern, Middle, and Southern Federal District Courts.

Ezekiel Haigler – Strategic & Aggressive Legal Representation Ezekiel Haigler is a dedicated attorney providing aggressive defense and strategic legal solutions for clients facing criminal charges, traffic violations, bankruptcy, and trademark matters. With a results-driven approach, he fights to protect his clients' rights, finances, and futures. Criminal & Traffic Defense Ezekiel Haigler defends clients against DUI, drug offenses, violent crimes, and other criminal charges, working to get cases dismissed, reduced, or acquitted. He also handles traffic violations and license suspensions, helping clients avoid fines, points, and increased insurance rates. Bankruptcy & Debt Relief For those struggling with overwhelming debt, Ezekiel provides comprehensive bankruptcy solutions, including...

Jamie Simons was admitted to the Florida bar in 2007. Prior to establishing a practice with her husband, she was an associate with two other family law firms. Her experience however, is of a much longer duration. Jamie began working in a family law practice in 1998. Jamie has experience with Jacksonville, Duval, St. John’s, Nassau, and Bradford County courts and demands of herself the highest standards of ethical and moral practice. Jamie is a member of the Florida bar, the Jacksonville bar, the United States District Court - Middle District of Florida, the Florida Women’s Lawyers Association and Jacksonville’s Women’s...

Dolly Hernandez covers a range of complex domestic and international marital and family law cases, at the Law Office of Dolly Hernandez, PLLC, a matrimonial and family law boutique in Miami, Florida. Dolly Hernandez handles matters involving the dissolution of marriage, paternity, child support, equitable distribution, alimony, prenuptial and post-nuptial agreements and parenting issues. She is also experienced in child abduction actions that are governed by the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction. Ms. Hernandez is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell, was listed in the Top 50: 2015 Women Florida Super Lawyers, Listed as an...

The Law Firm of Sofia Guzman, P. A. is a general practice law firm serving individuals and businesses throughout South Florida. We are proud to have represented many of our clients for over a decade. At our law firm, we don’t just respond to a client’s needs, we anticipate them. Because we work diligently to understand each client’s unique situation and business, we can be more proactive about protecting their interests. Our mission is to take a genuine interest in our clients, understand their objectives, and meet or exceed their expectations. We are committed to frequent communication and ready...

Skilled Trial Lawyer. Hard Negotiator. Over 19 years of Jury trials. Trial Attorney of the Year 1997 and 1998 in the Public Defenders Office. Successfully defended numerous deportation cases involving drug charges and other felonies

As Partner at Potts Law Firm, Matthew Tabakman uses his litigation experience to pursue property insurance and personal injury claims on behalf of his clients. Having practiced law in Central Florida since 2002, Matt has handled these types of cases from the time they are pre-suit claims, through the litigation process to negotiated settlement or jury verdict.

Matt studied political science at the State University of New York at Binghamton and international affairs at The George Washington University before pursuing his Juris Doctorate at the University of Florida Levin College of Law. While in law school, he participated in competitions...

R. Gregory Colvin knows what it’s like to be facing difficult family law disputes. He grew up in a single-parent household without his father’s involvement. His mother supported the family on a teacher’s salary. Mr. Colvin is also a single father with sole custody of his child. He truly understands what families are facing when they go through family issues such as divorce and custody because he has gone through it himself. His approach when it comes to practicing law is to provide client-focused and personalized solutions that are tailored to their specific needs.

I grew up in northern Kentucky and that is where I learned the value of hard work and compassion. My dad is a retired steel foundry laborer, I watched him come home everyday beat up, sometimes burned, and tired. My mother also worked various jobs in Northern Kentucky to provide for me and my brother. I knew at an early age that I wanted to earn my living helping working people and families like my own. I am very proud to say that I am a first generation attorney. I graduated from Campbell County High School, Northern Kentucky...

My practice is limited to Family Law and Criminal Defense. I also am able to prepare simplified wills. If I am not able to help you or your family with an area of law, I have an extensive network of attorneys I can refer cases to. I was Partner with Bigney & Orth P.A. for 9 years where my specialties were the same as they are now. Prior to that, I was an Assistant State Attorney in Seminole County. In my years as an attorney in Florida, I have been lead trial attorney in over 100 jury...

Stephen D. Korshak earned his B.A. from the University of Chicago in 1974 and graduated from John Marshall Law School in 1980. He holds memberships in the Florida Bar since 1985 and the Illinois State Bar since 1981. Additionally, Mr. Korshak is licensed to practice in federal court. Previously, he served as a real estate instructor at the City Colleges of Chicago, Wright Campus, teaching real estate courses from 1984 to 1988. He remains an active member of the Florida and Orange County Bar Associations. Stephen is also a licensed Florida real estate broker and a title insurance agent.

Deborah Cook’s life-long passion is families. Licensed as a Marriage and Family counselor, she provided help to families in conflict for over thirty years. Deborah Cook transferred her talent to the exclusive practice of Family Law. She cares deeply, and loves the opportunity to help others. Deborah is an excellent listener and straight forward communicator. She zealously works hard for her clients in an effort to restore balance and happiness in their lives. She is generous with her time and energy. It is her practice to help disputing parties resolve their issues before relying on the...

Vanette Augustin is a savvy Bilingual (Haitian Creole) attorney who has been successfully practicing since 2009 in the areas of Family Law, Immigration Law, and Estate Planning. Over the last 15 years, she has handled hundreds of cases and have assisted countless families navigate the legal system. She is a mother of two daughters who are the joys of her life. She lives by the belief that every day is a new opportunity to refine her skills. There is never a moment when you get to the point of saying I have arrived because as soon as...

If you are looking for the best Orlando family law attorney or Orlando criminal defense attorney call The 850 CALL JOE Law Firm! Orlando attorney Joe Knape is highly experienced when it comes to the matters of criminal defense and family law in Orlando and Central Florida. Joe understands the complexity of today’s legal system serving the Central Florida area for over 6 years. To make sure the highest quality legal services are provided, Joe dedicates himself to every single client and works whenever It’s necessary providing Orlando with some of the best family law and criminal defense services without...

"Whitney Boan is an experienced Orlando criminal defense lawyer with 11 years of trial litigation experience who is committed in serving her clients by treating them with dignity and respect, by humanizing them to the court and to opposing counsel, and by expeditiously and aggressively assisting them by protecting their legal, civil, and human rights through what is sometimes a daunting and complex legal system. In 2015, she formed Whitney S. Boan, P.A. where she continues to handle federal and state criminal cases as well as select family matters for her clients. At Whitney S. Boan, P.A., she...

Mr. Whittington has practiced law for over 16 years exclusively devoted to family and criminal law. He has handled a wide array of criminal & family law cases throughout the state of Florida. He is a skilled trial lawyer who is capable of negotiating a just and fair agreement when necessary. Mr. Whittington and his partner, Bruce Culbert, practice law from their office in Green Cove Springs directly behind the Clay County Courthouse and the practice focues on Clay, Duval, Putnam & St. Johns counties.

Attorney Michael E. Golub provides legal counsel to residents of central Florida in the areas of family law, bankruptcy, and criminal defense. Mr. Golub is an effective negotiator and litigator who is more than capable of handling matters through litigation or mediation. He is a certified as a family law, circuit civil, and appellate mediator by the Florida Supreme Court. Additionally, he has a wealth of litigation experience representing criminal clients in misdemeanor, felony, and juvenile matters and was an Assistant Public Defender for the 18th Judicial Circuit of Florida. Mr. Golub lives in Tavares with his wife and three...

Handles cases involving Divorce, Child Support, Time-Sharing, Modifications, Alimony and Relocation in the Family Law field, since 1995. Also counsel with clients for Estate Planning, including Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorney, and Health Care Documents, since 1996. Handles Probate of Estates since 1996. Handle both Chapter 7 and 13 Bankruptcy cases, and other debt assistance. Am admitted to Florida Bar as required of all Florida attorneys, Orange County Bar Association, Brevard County Bar Association, US District Court for Middle District of Florida and since 2012 United State Supreme Court. Represent children in dependency court in...

Originally from Brooklyn, New York, I moved to Port St. Lucie with my family in 1989. I graduated from Port St. Lucie High School, and received my Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree from Indian River Community College in Fort Pierce. I moved to Tampa where I achieved my Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Criminology, and thereafter moved to Miami and graduated with my Juris Doctor (J.D., or law degree) from St. Thomas University. In 2002, I found myself back home on the Treasure Coast when my legal career began at the State Attorney's office in Fort...

I am an AV-Rated Florida Bar Board Certified Criminal Trial Expert, and a former prosecutor and journalist. I take a “crisis management” approach to criminal law, utilizing my extensive criminal law and public relations background to help ordinary people accused by the government of wrongdoing. I approach each case on two fronts: ensuring my clients’ constitutional rights and freedoms are protected, and portraying clients in the best possible light to judges, prosecutors and juries. I hold the government to its obligation to prove a client’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, but also recognize the possibility that clients may someday...

Sophia has been a member of the Florida Bar since 2013. She received two Bachelor Degrees, one in Business Administration and the other in Marketing from Florida Atlantic University. She graduated with Honors at the age of 20. Sophia received her law degree, manga cum laude, from Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad Law Center at the age of 23. During law school she was a Certified Legal Intern working in the Children’s and Family Clinic representing indigent clients in an array of family law matters. Sophia is fluent in written and spoken Greek. Sophia helps clients during one of...