$ 375-450 per hour
PRO
Pamela M M Holcombe
Virtual Consultation Available
About Pamela
Biography
After years of complex commercial litigation and appellate work with large law firms in South Florida, it is my pleasure to provide high quality legal services with a focus on personal delivery to businesses and residents of St. Johns County and surrounds.
I am a U.S. Army veteran; serve on the executive committe and as membership chair of the St. Augustine Inn of Court; am a member of the St. Johns County Bar Association, and St. Johns County Women Lawyers Association; a member of the Real Property, Probate, and Trust, Business Law, Trial Lawyers and Animal Law sections of the Florida Bar; and have been appointed to serve on the Florida Bar's Military & Veteran Affairs Committee and am a member of the Florida Bar's Construction Law Committee, Construction Litigation Subcommittee, Co-Chair of the the Equine Law Subcommitee and Companion Animal Subcommittee. I am admitted to the Florida Bar, the U.S. Supreme Court, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, the United States Distict Court for the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Florida, and New South Wales, Australia.
As a dedicated volunter attorney for St. Johns County Legal Aid, I am particularly humbled and honored to have received their Pro Bono Service award in 2019 and 2020..
When not at Anastasia Law's beatiful beachside office, my husband and I can be found at the beach with Sydney, our rescue dog (the successor to the beloved Suki RIP) or at the barn with Brody, the racetrack rescue. Please feel free to contact me with regard to any questions you may have.
Big law firm experience and savvy, litigation strength, business acumen, and focused service.
Practice Areas
18
Practice Areas
Construction and Development
35%
Litigation
25%
Business
10%
Animal Law
4%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2024 2023
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4
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 27 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
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Pamela M M Holcombe's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Mitchell | June 5, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Pamela is extremely knowledgeable but goes even further with helpful information and resources
Pamela is extremely helpful. Quick to respond and to the matter of question. While the summons said only attorney and defendant and witnesses in the court room, I assumed it meant witnesses to the incident only. She suggested the more witnesses the better to speak on my dog's character. And advis...
Posted by Nick | May 31, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Question regarding Bankruptcy vs debt relief
Thank you Pamela, really appreciate your instant response to my questions. Based on your recommendation, I will move forward and consult an attorney in my area about my situation.
Posted by Julien | March 30, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Greatly recommend
Great experience, we never met, she's not even located in the area where a live (Saint Augustine is absolutely amazing though..) and she answer very precisely my question, greatly recommend
Posted by Gene | December 4, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Detailed and quick response
Pamela was detailed and quickly answered my legal questions to offer some guidance on how our legal matter should be handled. Much appreciated!
Posted by Maurice | November 19, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Quick concise helpful answer
Quick, concise & helpful answer which explained my next steps...problem with roofer fixing leak BUT replacing tiles that did not match original roof tiles. I didnt even know what type of attorney i may need. .thanks much ms. Holcombe...
Pamela M M Holcombe's Lawyer Endorsements
"I strongly endorse Attorney Holcombe. Her contributions on Avvo consistently reflect a high level of legal knowledge, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to helping users understand their rights and options. She takes the time to provide accurate answers and thorough explanations that clarify the legal principles involved. Her ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, practical guidance is a rare and valuable skill. I frequently find myself in agreement with her answers because they are technically sound, reflect sound judgment, and show her experience and understanding of how to communicate effectively with non-lawyers. Attorney Holcombe’s presence on Avvo elevates the quality of the platform, and users are fortunate to receive her valuable knowledge."
"I endorse this lawyer. Pamela is a highly knowledgeable in her practice areas."
"Ms. Holcombe is a very caring and knowledgeable attorney. She does her best to answer any and all questions and always provides extremely intelligible responses. I would definitely recommend Pamela as an Attorney to anyone that needs one."
"I have found Pamela Holcmbe's answers to be helpful and encouraging. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Holcombe has an impressive track record in the area of business litigation in Florida. Out-of-state lawyers who need assistance with cases in the St. Augustine area of Florida would do well to associate with Ms. Holcombe as local counsel."
"Attorney Holcombe is both a highly esteemed member of the Avvo Legal community and a skilled lawyer with decades of experience under her belt, including practice with one of the top law firms in Florida. It is my pleasure to endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer. She clearly cares about her clients and the law and has a good grasp on the needs of both. Her advice to clients is forthright and practical and insightful."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Holcombe is empathic, thoughtful, and thorough in her responses to clients. Clients would be best served hiring Ms. Holcombe."
"Over 3000 questions answered on Avvo, answers are always very thoughtful and solution oriented. Special interest in animal law. I would recommend her to my family without hesitation."
"Pamela is a seasoned lawyer who possesses a high level of sophistication and understanding of the law from her years of experience working on complex legal matters for big law clients. She brings an excellent quality of service and know-how to the table which makes her very valuable to her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer for her thoughtful and responsive answers on the Avvo forum. She clarifies the issue and answers directly. I will gladly refer people needing help to her practice."
"I endorse this lawyer based on her thorough and knowledgeable answers on this forum."
"I am pleased to endorse Pamela Holcombe. It is clear from her many answers here on Avvo that she not only knows the law but when she answers she is taking things other than laws and cases into account. She seeks solutions for problems. Offers wisdom, not just a technical response. Gives thought to the response, not just give a quick yes or no to the question. An attorney who considers the dynamics of a situation and looks out for a client's best interests."
"I endorse this lawyer. Pamela is courteous, well-spoken, and has an exceptional wealth of knowledge in the area of animal law. Her passion is matched by her intelligence, and she is a great asset to anyone seeking legal help in regards to animals."
"Ms. Holcombe has been as asset to the AVVO community, having answered nearly 2000 questions. She gives easy-to-follow answers in a variety of legal areas."
"Although somewhat new to Avvo, the answers of Ms. Holcombe are consistently accurate, analytic and sophisticated, and customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Pro Bono Service Award, St. Johns County Legal Aid
2020
Pro Bono Service Award, St. Johns County Legal Aid
2020
Outstanding Pro Bono Service Recognition, Florida Supreme Court
2019
Pro Bono Service Award, St. Johns County Legal Aid
2019
Outstanding Pro Bono Service Recognition, Florida Supreme Court
2018
Outstanding Pro Bono Service Recognition, Florida Supreme Court
2017
Outstanding Pro Bono Service Recognition, Florida Supreme Court
1998
Order of the Coif, University of Miami School of Law
1996
Law Review, University of Miami School of Law
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney, Anastasia Law, PL
2005 - 2015
Attorney, Pamela M.M. Holcombe, Esq.
2003 - 2004
Attorney, Akerman Senterfiit
1998 - 2001
Attorney, English, McCaughan & O'Bryan, P.A.
Associations
2019 - Present
St. Augustine Inn of CourtExecutive Committe, Membership Chair, Master of the Bench
2016 - Present
St. Johns County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
St John's Association of Women's LawyersMember
2004 - Present
U.S. Supreme Court
2004 - Present
U.S.D.C. for the MIddle District of Florida
1999 - Present
11th Circuit Court of Appeals
1998 - Present
The Florida Bar
1998 - Present
U.S.D.C. for the Northern District of Florida
1998 - Present
U.S.D.C. for the Southern District of Florida
2003 - 2005
River Oaks Civic AssociationDirector
1996 - 1998
Riverview Gardens Condo AssociationDirector
Sample of Legal Cases
Hargreaves v. Larrat
Ex parte writ issued. Successful replevy to reunite owner with her dog.
Sterling Time Co. v Gill
Ex parte non-compete injunction obtained and case settled on favorable terms for former employer
Education
1997
University of Miami School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor - magna cum laude
N/A
University of Southern Maine
BA - Bachelor of Arts, International Studies - summa cum laude
Speaking Engagements
2012
Guest Lecturer
Maritime Insurance
Publications
2000
11th Circuit Court of Appeals
Alikhani v United States, 200 F.3d 732 (11th Cir. 2000)
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Pamela earned significant contribution points in 2025.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Do I pay my neighbors ER bill or refuse payment on the basis of not being liable?
06 Dec 2025
Q&A
How can I get sole custody of my son?
06 Dec 2025
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Can the apartment complex owner get your car towed without a sticker or warning/heads up?
07 Dec 2025