Andrew Joseph Decker IV

Andrew Joseph Decker IV

also known as AJ Decker, Andrew Decker

4.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 20 years

Family Lawyer at Lake City, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation

261 North Marion Avenue, Lake City, FL

About Andrew

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-250 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 20 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2005

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Decker Law Firm, P.A.

261 North Marion Avenue, Lake City, FL, 32055

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Andrew Joseph Decker IV's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

125 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 31 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | July 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Traffic violation in Gainesville,FL

Responsive, polite and communicated clearly. We live out of state and had a traffic violation in Gainesville, FL, this law office was great, all of our questioned were answered with direction on what to do next and/or what to expect. Would like to especially say thanks to Raven, she was quick to resp...ond and we always had the option to talk directly with the lawyer, fortunately that was not necessary and all was handled, thank you.

Posted by Gasuel | June 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Motorcycle Accident

Great Attorney ! Great Staff !

I received a ticket for a crash that only involved my motorcycle and myself, no one else was hurt or involved. While speaking with Mr. Decker he expressed his concern as to why he believes this ticket is not valid. He was very professional and his office was very easy to communicate with and also k...ept me up to date with everything that was going on with the case. The ticket was dismissed! Thanks to Andrew and his team! I was extremely satisfied with the outcome for many reasons. However, the most important one is that when I got the ticket I did not have insurance on my motorcycle (in Florida it’s not required) so if I was found guilty of this traffic situation that would mean my insurance would double almost triple because I would have had to have SR22 on my insurance for the next couple years. Thanks again Mr. Decker!

Posted by Leroy | April 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Wonderful attorney

Mr. Decker represented me in a traffic accident. He did a wonderful job of negotiating with the other party. He also was able to get my ticket removed. I cannot tell you how pleased I am with Mr. Decker’s performance!

Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure

Immature

I hired and paid $1400.00 which is almost half of his $300 per hour fee he wanted for his foreclosure expertise. He filed empty responses by not addressing the issues. At first I thought he was being "cocky" with the other attorney. Now I know he can't handle his workload. He then insulted me I now r...ealize to take people's money that are suffering,do minimal work, then leaves you hanging after he creates doubt about him handling your case. Takes your money and RUNS. Find more mature council. Save yourself from this nightmare!

Andrew Decker

Replied last January 17, 2018

A lawyer’s duty to keep client confidences has few exceptions and in an abundance of caution I do not feel at liberty to respond in a point by point fashion in this forum. Suffice it to say that I do not believe that the post presents a fair and accurate picture of the events.

Posted by Cris | July 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Best Decision I ever made

He replies I'm in a traffic ticket and he won my case I could explain how happy I am

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Andrew Joseph Decker IV's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anthony Chauncey

Litigation lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have the privilege of knowing AJ both professionally and personally since 2000. I have worked with AJ on many cases. His courtroom, legal analysis, advocacy and writing skills are superior. He is a zealous advocate for his clients but also helps them make appropriate decisions throughout the process."

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Thomas Slaughter

Litigation lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Trudeau

Litigation lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Having worked with A.J. on multiple matters, I have found him to be an outstanding attorney."

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John Hadden

Unknown lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"AJ Decker is an outstanding attorney and advocate for his clients, and I strongly endorse him. I've known AJ since college and have worked on several matters with him over the years. He is smart, hard working, and honest, and I would not hesitate to recommend him to my own family and friends."

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Kyle McLeod

Litigation lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"AJ is an extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a civil ligation lawyer in Columbia or Suwannee County. He knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable results possible."

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Joel Foreman

Litigation lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known A.J. for several years and in that time have worked cases as opposing counsel and co-counsel I have also had the privilege to serve in volunteer service to the Bar alongside A.J. He is a consummate professional who exemplifies diligence, integrity, and dedication to his clients' needs."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Partner, The Decker Law Firm, P.A.

Associations

2012 - 2013

Third Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission

Chairperson

2009 - 2010

Third Judicial Circuit Bar Association

President

2008 - 2012

Florida Bar, Rules of Judicial Administration Committee

Member

Education

2004

Florida Coastal School of Law

Juris Doctorate

2001

Emory University

Bachelor of Arts

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