Markus Ankuan Sermons

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Markus Ankuan Sermons

4.9
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 16 years

Probate Lawyer at Orange Park, FL
Practice Areas: Probate, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +7 more

1543 Kingsley Avenue, Suite 18-B, Orange Park, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Markus

Biography

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.

Practice Areas

10

Practice Areas

Probate 40%

40%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Child Custody 10%

10%
Elder Law 5%

5%
Guardianship 5%

5%
Lawsuits and Disputes 5%

5%
Power of Attorney 5%

5%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

5%
Uncontested Divorce 3%

3%
Domestic Violence 2%

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-400 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2022 2021
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2014
Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 16 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2009

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Sermons Law, PLLC

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

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Sermons Law, PLLC

1844 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville, FL, 32207

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Markus Ankuan Sermons's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

105 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 16 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Professional, Compassionate, and Trustworthy

Throughout the entire process Sermons Law was very professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate as they held my hand throughout the process. At times when I felt beyond overwhelmed, they took the time to clearly explain every step, answered all of my questions with patience, and made sure I felt co...mfortable and confident in my decisions as their expertise and attention to detail gave me peace of mind. I highly recommend Sermons Law to anyone looking for trustworthy and reliable legal guidance.

Posted by anonymous | July 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family

With Highest Recommendation!

Top-notch Legal Representation! Markus Sermons at Sermons Law comes highly recommended for those seeking excellent family law representation. He was contacted regarding a family law (Will/ Estate dispute) matter. My Aunt passed away, and a person whom we least expected had disputed the Will. It was ...unexpected and created division. When you don’t hear back from the contestant, call onto Markus and his team. From the initial consultation, he provided reassurance with his professionalism, expertise, clear communication, and empathy. He demonstrated knowledge of his strong family law background/ experience and explained the legal process and options every step of the way. He and Maria (paralegal) was always responsive, paid attention to detail, had a proactive approach, while advocating for our best interests throughout the case- which was much appreciated. Due to Markus’s (and his Teammates- and Maria’s) guidance and hard work, a positive outcome was achieved and a favorable settlement was made which exceeded our expectations. We won- that’s likely the feeling and ultimate goal anyone would want. On top of that- he made a difficult and emotional time more manageable, and a feeling of confidence was felt throughout the entire process. Markus’s (and his team’s) dedicated service is appreciated, and a recommendation is strongly suggested to anyone in need of a family law attorney. I can’t recommend or thank them enough!

Posted by Diane | September 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Ms. Diane Gilmore

WOW! I just don’t have the words to express how grateful I am that Attorney Marcus Sermons agreed to take on the lawsuits brought against me as the executor of my brother’s estate. I live in NH and my brother lived in Florida. Unfortunately, my brother’s biological and estranged child flew into Fl...orida within 24 hrs of his death believing she was entitled to everything… regardless of his will and final wishes. Her deceitful and aggressive actions only added more sadness and trauma to the loss of my brother. I could say Attorney Sermons gave me 110% or 150% or 200% … but it was more than that. • First, he took on the case which was already messy from two previous attorneys… and I had been warned by a paralegal friend that no attorney would care to wade into a small, yet complicated estate lawsuit • Attorney Sermons’ calm, supportive demeanor brought me to tears immediately as I felt heard for the first time in more than a year • Attorney Sermons not only threw me a life raft, when I was too terrified to get in, he jumped into the water with me! What attorney does that? • He went above and beyond. He was available, heard me, was kind, and extremely patient as he worked to clarify the misinformation given to me by the two previous attorneys. I wish my brother had retained Attorney Marcus Sermons to create his will and final wishes. I wish I had found Attorney Marcus Sermons first, as I believe his expertise would have saved me from much of the pain and anguish I endured of having to navigate the hostility of a greedy spoiled child My advice to you… contact Attorney Sermons if need a competent, caring and ethical attorney.

Posted by Yolanda | February 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Probate

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 Marcos | February 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Alimony

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 l...awyer 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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Estate planning lawyer | Oct 09

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"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a very smart lawyer… Thorough and detailed his ways of handling clients business."

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William Kurtz

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 30

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"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."

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Maria Aguila

Family lawyer | Feb 22

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"Markus truly cares about his clients, is very personable and professional. I highly recommend him!"

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Jennifer D'Augustinis

Family lawyer | Dec 02

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"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!"

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Roberta Blush

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 21

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"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!"

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Family lawyer | Jun 05

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"Markus is diligent, competent, and a solid guy. I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Crick

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 20

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"Markus is a great guy and a wonderful attorney. I strongly recommend him to others."

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Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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"This attorney has an excellent reputation for providing the highest quality representation to clients. Experience and proven results!"

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Philip Israels

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

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Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

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"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 09

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nydia Streets

Family lawyer | Sep 09

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Diana Johnson

Probate lawyer | Sep 08

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Kelly

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 08

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"Attorney Sermons is a very aggressive and knswledgable attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Best in Clay: Civil Attorney, Clay Today

2022

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Dean's Scholar, FCSL

2007

Dean's List, FCSL

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Attorney and Counselor at Law, Sermons Law, PLLC

2014 - 2017

Associate Attorney, Law Office of David M. Goldman

2012 - 2014

Public Defender, Office Of The Public Defender

2011 - 2012

Public Defender Juvenil, Duval County Public Defender

2010 - 2011

Staff Attorney, Court Administration, 4th Judicial Circuit

2008 - 2009

Assistant State Attorney/Intern, State Attorney''S Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Federal Bar Association (Middle District of Florida)

Member

2012 - Present

Jacksonville Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

Sample of 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

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Education

2008

Florida Coastal School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Valdosta State University

Business Management

Speaking Engagements

2021

Florida Bar, Continuing Legal Education Committee

Essential of elder law

2021

Florida Bar, Continuing Legal Education Committee

Marital and family law review

2020

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

2014

Community Outreach

Estate Planning for the Elderly

2013

High School Students

Juvenile law

2013

Edwards Waters College Symposium

Legal Topics

Publications

2011

Financial News and Daily Record Lawyer Snapshot: Markus Sermons

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Markus earned significant contribution points in 2014.

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