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

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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

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4.9 /5.0

125 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Robby S | June 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Excellent lawyer!

I hired Mr. Decker way back in 2019 for his family law expertise. I have a complex custody case involving long distance (less than 3 hours), a hostile mother who constantly broke the court order, denied timesharing, restricted communication, and falsely accused me of abuse. She also hired an inexperi...enced family law attorney whose sole ability appeared to be in the area of delay tactics and borderline unethical behavior. In 2020, during the initial COVID outbreak and logjam in court hearings, Mr. Decker was able to use a little trick to get me a contempt hearing much quicker than normal, which allowed me to see my child sooner. Mr. Decker has 16 years experience as of 2021 and will use every reasonable tactic to help you. His writing skills in his written motions are top notch, and he has a vast array of case laws that he can recall to help with the current problems in your case. He was able to successfully get my ex held in contempt, recover lawyer's fees, and recover make up time. All of this happened outside of his regular Circuit, in front of a new Judge! Mr Decker has gone above and beyond his duties as my lawyer. It has been a long custody battle in the middle of a once-in-a-century pandemic response, but I never felt neglected or uncared for. In fact, quite the opposite. I have always felt like Mr. Decker's most important client. After 2 years of help, I consider him a friend and will forever be grateful for what he has done for me! His whole team has been there for me from the day my child was wrongly taken from me. His assistant, Jeannette was there for me when I was in a panic at another timesharing denial. Mr. Decker was there through email or text whenever I needed. He tried emergency motions, reaching out to the J.A., writing a letter to opposing counsel, everything possible to try and help me. He was EXTREMELY reasonable with fees for the amount of work and help that he and his team provided. We are working together now to finish the job, as Mr. Decker and his team have us set up to go into a custody modification hearing with the best chance possible for success! Thank you to this great group of people, to AJ, Andy, Jeanette, and the whole team at Decker Law!!

Posted by Hannah | September 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Ms.

Mr. Decker competently represented me in a case involving a traffic violation and as able to negotiate a dismissal of the case.

Posted by juli | June 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

quick easy effiicient accessible

I received the letter in the mail after receiving a ticket in florida. I was hesitant to contact because I was not sure if it was a scam. my other options I had hoped would resolve my ticket did not materialize, so 2 days before due date I called this office in a panic. I was so happy to actually s...peak with someone immediately. she was patient and took time to explain the procedure and helped walk me through what I needed to do to get what needed to happen that day. This office did everything they said in a timely manner, and kept me informed and always responded same day to me. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! I would absolutely recommend them to anyone needing help!!!!

Posted by Anna | May 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Trucking Accident

Fast and very proffesional

I just want to say THANK YOU to Mr Decker and his staff . We were involved in a bad semi truck / passenger car accident and if not fo Mr Decker I have no idea what would we do. The other side was trying to use all against us but Mr Decker was so amazing , proffesional and fast that we of course won t...he case. ( proved that we are innocent like we always said ) . If you ever need an attorney who knows what he is doing and will not care only about money, you can hire Mr Decker . He will do everything in his power to help. Thank you again.

Posted by Larry | October 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Strongly recommend. CMV speeding citation.

I received a letter in the mail from Mr. Decker offering his legal services to me after I was ticketed for speeding in Columbia County. I decided to utilize his council on the matter and made the call. Right away I was greeted on the other end of the phone by a very knowledgable, professionally sp...oken young lady that answered all my questions and supplied me with information not only about Mr. Decker's track record in said county but a bit of information about Mr. Decker himself. I was very satisfied that she was able to look up the citation herself, thus keeping me from having to fax and mail copies to the office. I was quoted what I felt was a fair price for the service, paid with a credit card, and immediately received an email containing my receipt. I was kept up to date with all information on the matter via email right up to the final decision of the court. At that time, Mr. Decker personally emailed a copy of the final decision (which was adjudication withheld) and his thanks for allowing him to assist me on the matter. I must say I felt that the entire matter was in competent, professional hands from start to finish and if faced with another citation, Mr. Decker will definitely be my first choice for legal representation.

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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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