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Markus Ankuan Sermons

Probate Attorney at Orange Park, FL

5.0   96 reviews
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  • Licensed for 13 years
    State FL
    Acquired 2009
    Status
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THE HANDLING OF EVERY CASE IS A TEAM EFFORT. THE ATTORNEY IS THE LEAD STRATEGIST AND ADVISOR, BUT THE CLIENT IS ALWAYS TREATED AS A VALUABLE AND INDISPENSABLE MEMBER OF THE TEAM. HONEST AND STRAIGHT FORWARD REPRESENTATION WITH PASSION AND DEPENDANBILITY.

Markus A. Sermons is a litigation attorney focusing in the areas of Divorce, Custody, and other Family Law issues, along with Probate, Trust Litigation, and general Civil Litigation.   Prior to starting Sermons Law, PLLC,  he spent several years in the Office of the Public Defender litigating criminal matters in the Juvenile and Felony divisions, but began his law career with the Office of the State Attorney as a Legal Trainee.  With countless hearings and many jury and bench trials to his credit, Mr. Sermons has extensive courtroom experience.

 Additionally, Mr. Sermons has also worked with Court Administration, where he was assigned as a Staff Attorney in the Probate Division.   While serving as Staff Attorney/Law clerk for the Probate Division, he worked closely with the Honorable Peter L. Dearing on thousands of cases, reviewing files and researching issues on behalf of the court in Probate and Guardianship matters.   Mr. Sermons also spent several years in private practice litigating issues surrounding Family Law and handling Probate and Trusts law suits in addition to other civil litigation.

Awards

Platinum Client Champion
Client's Choice 2023,2022,2021,2020,2019,2018,2017,2015,2014
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Top Contributor 2014
Top Contributor
2014

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Sermons Law, PLLC
1543 Kingsley Avenue
Suite 18-B
Orange Park, FL, 32073

Reviews

5.0 / 5.0
  96 customer reviews
Client's Choice 2023
Client's Choice
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Posted by Marcos | January 31, 2020
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| Hired Attorney
The Best Lawyer I've ever met!!
I would like to thank Mr. Sermons for his valuable help, skill and performance in my case. Mr. Sermons took my case after I had been with another lawyer who instead of being my defender;he seemed that on the contrary because he worked against me. On top of having to prove that my ex-wife and her lawyer wanted to ruin my life with false arguments and impose unreasonable amounts of money on child support and eternal alimony for her, I had to face the unfair recommendation of the Magistrate on duty, (she didn’t take into consideration, not a single document and / or proof, that I present to her. She only took the word of my ex-wife and her lawyer) she imposed an exorbitant sum of money, which I neither working 24/7 would be able to cover it. Mr. Sermon was challenged to take my case just a month after the final hearing with the Judge, where I had almost nothing to grab, since the previous lawyer had ruined me by stopping doing the things He had to do in my defense and the few things he did, he was wrong. Mr. Sermons took all the time to listen to me, and immersed in my case and thus be able to build his defense. He was very accessible at all times and all moments that I needed him, solving my questions effectively and also advising me in the most intelligent and wise way possible. He was always very clear with me, but above all, honest. From the first day I talked with him, I felt that I was in the best hands, that although my problems continued, there was already someone who was going to fight for me;then, I was no longer alone. I felt that time, but today after all this is over, I can confirm that I was right! Mr. Sermons had the ability, skill, cunning, wisdom, intelligence to prove to the judge "the truth" and thus convince him that what had been committed to me was unfair! He worked very hard to proof the judge that he should reduce the alimony that had been imposed on me from $ 3000.00(three Thousand dollars) to $ 10.00(ten dollars)being real that my ex-wife has her own substantial income. And also, with respect to my child support, he also got me to pay a fair montly amount of money that I have to pay for my kids. With all confidence and honesty, I absolutely recommend the services of Mr. Sermons since apart from being a very capable and intelligent human being, he has a vocation in his career and demonstrates it in his service that it is of “quality”. Thank you Mr Sermons for all his weighted help. I feel so satisfied and grateful to him that I have no problem leaving my personal email in case anyone doubts what I am writing and describing my lawyer. God bless you, Mr. Sermon and always keep it up helping those who need it by bringing to light the truth, enforcing justice by applying all its laws that you very well know. I wish there was the option to put more than 5 stars to rate your good service.
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Posted by Aundrea | August 16, 2020
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| Hired Attorney
Great Attorney
Working with Mr. Sermons as my lawyer put my fears of the unknown at ease. He was trustworthy, honest with me from our first conversation, and never tried to sell me a dream. He was flexible with coordinating times to discuss the case. I valued all advice given, I trust him, and his ability to perform his job honorably. I was happy with the outcome of my case. His thoroughness, dedication, and attention to detail were amazing. Overall, I was well pleased with this attorney and would hire him again.
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Posted by Morgan | March 9, 2020
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Great experience and outcome!
Mr. Sermons and his staff were exceptional all the way around and in every aspect. He is extremely knowledgeable and professional. Mr. Sermons kept us in the loop every step of the process and communicated with us everything that he was doing for our case. He is a great listener, very personable and efficient at what he does. I will refer him to anyone seeking legal help regarding Family Law for he was a blessing to my family.
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Posted by Dawn | November 30, 2023
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| Hired Attorney
Absolute Excellence
I hired Marcus Sermons of Sermons Law a few months after my husband passed away. I needed help with a probate case. Not only was he sincerely sympathetic to the passing of my loved one, but Marcus was overly helpful with getting my issue resolved in a timely manner. I was involved in every step that was made and he always made sure I understood what was happening. I thoroughly appreciate his kindness and hard work during the most difficult time of my life. Thank you Marcus and Maria for making this process as easy as possible. God Bless you all at Sermons Law.
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Posted by Celeste | September 17, 2023
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Accident
Mr. Sermons handle my case with grace understanding, knowledge and not only was he able to settle the case for my daughter but also settle the case for the other kids. I admire your composure, work ethic and most of all excellent representation. Thank you
Posted by Adam | March 9, 2023
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| Hired Attorney
Process made easy
Mr.Sermons was very prompt and helpful with my case. He broke everything down in ways anyone could understand. I would definitely recommend him and his team to anyone.
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Probate Lawyer
Mr. Sermons was referred to me by my lawyer who had written my husband's and my will. My husband had passed away, and I had no idea what to do. He listened to me and my lack of knowledge. He explained very carefully what we needed to do, and he started the ball rolling the first day I talked to him. He has kept me in the loop every step of the way, and I am so grateful for his help and the way he kept me calm and informed. He has a very friendly and professional manner. I am so happy and grateful that he was my lawyer!
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Posted by Kate | February 11, 2023
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Sermons Law client
Marcus went above and beyond to help me during a stressful time. His positive, approachable demeanor and knowledge of the law gave me needed confidence in this difficult time. He kept me informed and answered every question I had. Thank you, Marcus! Highly recommend Marcus and his firm!
Posted by Yolanda | February 7, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Great probate lawyer!
I hired Markus Sermons to handle my probate case last year. Markus is knowledgeable, patient and took the time to explain the entire process to me. Markus and his assistant Maria were very kind throughout the entire process. I will definitely recommend him to all my family and friends.
Posted by Phil | January 6, 2023
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| Hired Attorney
Excellent Service!
Mr. Sermons was a pleasure to work with. We hired him to complete our Will and Advanced directives . He was very thorough and explained everything extremely well. He was very professional but also very personable. Highly recommend his practice.
Posted by Deborah | December 16, 2022
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Mr. Marcus Sermons attorney
Mr. Marcus Sermons is a great attorney. Everything was explained so I could understand all the legal aspects. I highly recommend him for probate attorney dealing with family.
Posted by anonymous | December 6, 2022
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| Hired Attorney
Extremely satisfied with the service of this practice
I was assigned this firm for a will update via my company's legal assistance benefit and had no prior experience or background with the firm. I was very pleasantly surprised and pleased with the service that Mr. Sermons personally provided. He initially spent considerable time with me on the phone and on the day of the signing he shuffled his calendar around to accommodate an extended discussion with my wife and I. He was able to quickly and knowledgeably arrive at creative solutions, and he and his staff were very pleasant and easy to work with. I have no reservations in highly recommending this practice.
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Posted by Victoria | November 29, 2022
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Great Attorney
Mr. Sermons was a great asset to have during a very difficult time. I would recommend his services to everyone!
Posted by Megan | August 7, 2022
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| Hired Attorney
Attorney
Markus was great! He was professional and keep us up to date through the whole process. We are able to settle my grandmother’s estate with ease thanks to him and his firm.
Posted by Kia | July 13, 2022
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| Hired Attorney
Probate
I was referred to Sermons Law firm by another trusted attorney who did not handle probate cases. Within the first few minutes of our initial consult with Mr. Sermons, it was very clear that we had called the right law firm. Mr. Sermons was readily able to adequately address our concerns and questions with given sensitivities to our unique situation. Our case was resolved satisfyingly efficiently and handled with the utmost care. We are forever grateful!
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Posted by Terry | April 25, 2022
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| Consulted Attorney
Excellent Service
Mr. Sermons gave me a free and very valuable consultation on several occasions about separate agreements . The latest consultation was brief yet very effective and helped me navigate my way to victory thru a one sided service agreement. He is my go-to-guy for legal consultation and representation I was very pleased to be able to speak DIRECTLY with him as well. Very much recommended Thank you Mr. Sermons, T.Davis - Owner SNR LLC
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Posted by Suzette Wallace | March 16, 2022
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Great Attorney
Professional, quick and gets the job done. I am very happy I chose Attorney Sermons to handle my estate planning needs. The process was easy, well explained and I couldn't have asked for anything to go better
Posted by Tiffany | March 7, 2022
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| Hired Attorney
Awesome Service
Had a awesome experience working with Mr. Sermons. Diligent answering questions replying to emails, phone calls and text. He made this experience stress-free for myself. I will definitely be using Sermons Law if i ever need a lawyer again.
Posted by anonymous | February 9, 2022
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| Hired Attorney
Fantastic Law Firm
I am very pleased with the Sermons Law Firm. They were extremely professional, courteous and attentive to our legal needs during the probate process. One of the most impressive things was that the probate was completed in a timely manner. I was always kept informed as the case progress. I will most definitely due business with Attorney Sermons and his law firm again and I highly recommend them.
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Posted by Tom | January 31, 2022
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Very Pleased
Attorney Sermons made what could have been a very cumbersome endeavor easy to understand and navigate. He kept us well informed and made it very easy to contact him when we had questions or concerns. If you find yourself in need of probate services, call and talk to him.
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Cost

Rates
  • Hourly Rates $ 275-350 per hour
  • Retainer Sometimes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 9.4 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Attorney and Counselor at Law
  • Sermons Law, PLLC
  • 2017 - Present
  • Associate Attorney
  • Law Office of David M. Goldman
  • 2014 - 2017
  • Public Defender
  • Office Of The Public Defender
  • 2012 - 2014
  • Public Defender Juvenil
  • Duval County Public Defender
  • 2011 - 2012
  • Staff Attorney
  • Court Administration, 4th Judicial Circuit
  • 2010 - 2011
  • Assistant State Attorney/Intern
  • State Attorney''S Office
  • 2008 - 2009
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Education

  • Florida Coastal School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2008
  • Valdosta State University
  • Business Management
  • 2005

Legal Cases

  • Domestic Battery & Violation of Release Conditions
  • 3 of 5 counts dismissed; time served (16 days) on remaining 2 counts.
  • Firearm Charges Dismissed
  • Charges Dismissed

Associations

  • Federal Bar Association (Middle District of Florida)
  • Member
  • 2014 - Present
  • Jacksonville Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2012 - Present
  • Florida Bar
  • Member
  • 2009 - Present

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Best in Clay: Civil Attorney
  • Clay Today
  • 2023
  • Client Champion Award
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2022
  • Dean's Scholar
  • FCSL
  • 2008
  • Dean's List
  • FCSL
  • 2007
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Publications

Speaking Engagements

  • Florida Bar, Continuing Legal Education Committee
  • Essential of elder law
  • 2021
  • Florida Bar, Continuing Legal Education Committee
  • Marital and family law review
  • 2021
  • Florida Bar, Continuing Legal Education Committee
  • Mastering Gov't Benefits, Medicare & Medicaid
  • 2020
  • Florida Bar, Continuing Legal Education Committee
  • Mastering Trust & Estate Planning
  • 2020
  • Florida Bar, Continuing Legal Education Committee
  • Divorce Procedure & Settlement Agreements
  • 2020
  • Florida Bar, Continuing Legal Education Committee
  • Property, Custody, Child Support and Maintenance
  • 2020
  • Florida Bar, Continuing Legal Education Committee
  • Divorce motion & Trial practice
  • 2020
  • Community Outreach
  • Estate Planning for the Elderly
  • 2014
  • High School Students
  • Juvenile law
  • 2013
  • Edwards Waters College Symposium
  • Legal Topics
  • 2013
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Attorney endorsements

Received (40)
Given (64)
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Unknown Attorney | Oct 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Great people skills! I endorse this lawyer."
Estate planning Attorney | Oct 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a very smart lawyer… Thorough and detailed his ways of handling clients business."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Apr 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Markus is a tremendous attorney with a tenacious work ethic. He knows what he is doing and can help resolve issues quickly."
Family Attorney | Feb 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Markus truly cares about his clients, is very personable and professional. I highly recommend him!"
Family Attorney | Dec 02
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I recently worked with Mr. Sermons on a case and I was incredibly impressed with his professionalism, kindness, and willingness to go the extra mile when needed. I look forward to working with him again soon!"
Divorce and separation Attorney | Aug 21
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Sermons. We represented opposing parties in a very contentious timesharing case. Throughout the duration, Mr. Sermons maintained the utmost level of professionalism. He was polite, kind, and a pleasure to work with. I wish more opposing counsel would learn from Mr. Sermons!"
Family Attorney | Jun 05
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Markus is diligent, competent, and a solid guy. I endorse this lawyer."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Mar 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Markus is a great guy and a wonderful attorney. I strongly recommend him to others."
Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Jan 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
Unknown Attorney | Jan 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Nov 18
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer as one who is a specialist in their field and highly recommend."
Unknown Attorney | Oct 19
Relationship: Other
"This attorney has an excellent reputation for providing the highest quality representation to clients. Experience and proven results!"
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Markus Sermons is a very active participant on Avvo providing great legal answers to help people needing assistance. He is obviously dedicated to his profession and an asset to our legal industry."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Markus Sermons provides excellent legal answers on Avvo for individuals seeking assistance. An asset to the legal field. I fully endorse him."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | Sep 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Probate Attorney | Sep 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Sermons is a very aggressive and knswledgable attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
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Avvo Contributions

Top Contributor 2014
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Markus earned significant contribution points in 2014.

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Orange Park Probate Lawyer Markus Ankuan Sermons
Markus Ankuan Sermons
Probate Attorney
Orange Park, FL
Licensed for 13 years
Virtual consultation available