Overview
Practice Areas
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35% Family
22 years, 3,500 cases
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35% Divorce / Separation
22 years, 3,500 cases
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10% Alimony
22 years, 1,000 cases
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10% Child Custody
22 years, 1,000 cases
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10% Child Support
22 years, 1,000 cases
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Fees and Payment Types
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Fees
Hourly ($300/hour), Retainer (Always)
Payment types
Cash, Check, Credit Card
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Contact Information
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About Me
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I've been practicing divorce and family law in the Tampa Bay area since 1990.During that time, I've represented thousands of Tampa area families in divorces,... more
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References
Client Reviews
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Posted by:
Hennie,
2012-01-25
18 days ago.
Client Review:
Ted has been a excellent attorney. He helped me understand the process and did an incredible job at defending me and making sure that my rights were...
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Posted by:
Leslie,
2011-11-10
3 months ago.
Client Review:
From day one, I knew my decision to hire Rechel & Associates was wise. Ted Rechel's professionalism and composed approach to meeting my legal needs...
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Peer Endorsements
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I endorse this lawyer.This attorney has a strong reputation, is a zealous advocate for her clients and is a credit to the legal community.
Endorsement from lawyer:
Angela Green
, Glastonbury (CT), 4 months ago
Ted is one of the most aggressive and creative opposing counsels I have had in my 12 year career as a family law attorney. He is very dedicated to...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Olga Palma
, Tampa (Florida), 5 months ago
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Résumé
License
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22 years since Theodore James Rechel was first licensed to practice law.
| State |
License status |
Year acquired |
Last updated by Avvo |
| Florida |
Member in Good Standing
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1990 |
03/05/2011 |
| Illinois |
Voluntarily Inactive
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1991 |
12/11/2011 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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| Position |
Duration |
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Managing Partner/ President at
Rechel & Associates, P.A.
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1992–present
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Associate Attorney at
Family Legal Centers of Thomas Chawk, P.A.
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1991–1992
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Associate Attorney at
Law Offices of Donald Belveal, Chartered.
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1990–1991
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Education
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| School |
Major |
Degree |
Graduated |
| University of Illinois College of Law |
Law |
Juris Doctorate |
1989 |
| Indiana University |
Psychology, History |
Bachelor of Arts |
1986 |
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
Date |
| Family Mediation Certification |
Supreme Court of Florida |
2011 |
| Family Mediation Certification |
Supreme Court of Florida |
1995 |
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Associations
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| Position |
Association Name |
Duration |
| President |
Busch Lakes Association |
2001-present
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| Member |
Hillsborough County Bar Association, Family Law Section |
1992-present
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| Member |
Florida Bar, Family Law Section |
1991-present
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| Member |
Illinois State Bar Association |
1991-present
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| Barrister |
American Inns of Court Tampa Family Law Chapter |
1997-2005
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Portfolio
Contribution
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Reputation Level 10
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79 |
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6 |
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11 |
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Cases
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Outcome: Second District Court of Appeal agreed with most of Mr. Rechel's positions, imposed a constructive trust on Husband's stock options, reversed the amount of income imputed to Wife, distributed the Husband's bonus,and ordered new trial.
Outcome: Affirmed, Second District Court of Appeal agreed with Rechel and upheld trial court's decision.
Outcome: Second District Court agreed with trial court and Rechel and affirmed.
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Speaking Engagements
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| Presentation Name |
Conference |
Date |
| "How to Author a Social Investigation Report" |
Training Seminar Office of Social Investigation Service |
2003 |
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