Carin E. Maxey

Carin E. Maxey

also known as Carin Elaine Bennett

3.9
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at Jacksonville, FL
Practice Areas: Family

341 E Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019
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About Carin

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 22 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2003

Discipline Revocation

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019

Location

Carin E Bennett, P.A.

341 E Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL, 32202-2822

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Carin E. Maxey's Reviews

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3.9 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Danny | July 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

I am so very thankful for this lawyer!

When my wife left and took our kids and wouldn't let me see them...I was very angry, scared and depressed. I met with Mrs. Maxey and she immediately understood my concerns and frustrations. She explained in detail the law and my rights. Repeatedly. Sometimes when you are very upset it is hard to ...understand things. Mrs. Maxey was very patient, kind and considerate and never seemed "put out" to have to re-explain things to me. Mrs. Maxey told me exactly what I needed to do and how much things would cost (depending on different variables). She explained to me what things I could do to help lower the cost of my divorce. What I liked best about Mrs. Maxey is that she explained to me about the impact of our divorce on our children. She helped me to understand how to make our children my primary focus and to stop worrying about my wife, her relatives and her "gang" of friends. Once I stopped worrying about everyone that was trying to bring me down and focused on being the best Father and role-model for my children, I found peace. No matter what my Wife did, Mrs. Maxey would not let me retaliate (even when I really wanted to). She made me understand that my children were watching everything we did--and would remember. I am now proud of how I conducted myself even when my spouse tried to drag me in the gutter. I have no regrets. I know that I remained a good example for my children. Guess what??!!! Not only did my children notice, but our friends and both families and especially the Judge!!! Mrs. Maxey is an example of a fine human being and the best lawyer there is! Thanks Mrs. Maxey!!!

Posted by Sharon | December 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The best lawyer ever!

I hired Mrs. Maxey to represent me in a long term divorce of 25 years. I was very confused. Mrs. Maxey made a very complicated situation much easier. She made herself available to me all the time via cell phone and email. I am very grateful for the time and consideration she gave me and my case. ... I make sure to send all my friends and relatives to her.

Posted by Elaine | February 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Detailed, Caring, Professional

Mrs. Maxey is the best! She had represented my sister's EX-husband during their divorce and did such a great job for her EX against her....my sister recommended that I use her. I am so glad that I hired her. When I mentioned that to her, she laughed, and said that is pretty typical. Mrs. Maxey wa...s very detailed in explaining every step of my divorce. She gave me a lot of "homework" to keep my costs and attorney fees down--and it worked! Each time we went to Court she explained what would happen and exactly what would be the outcome...and she was always right! I felt like she really cared about my case and it was obvious by how detailed and thorough she was. Sometimes I felt like she knew more about me and my spouse and children then we did! Mrs. Maxey always took the time to talk to me when I was upset or scared or just plain frustrated. It was obvious how well respected she was. It was unbelievable how unprepared the other attorney was compared to her...I ALMOST felt sorry for them.

Posted by anonymous | August 17, 2009 | Divorce & Separation

Jennifer C--Divorce Former Client

I am so happy!!! She is the BEST!!!! I never thought that my divorce could make me this happy!!! Thank you attorney Bennett!!! I have been a dedicated mother and wife my entire life and my world was turned upside down when my husband left me... I thought my life was over. Attorney Bennett kept... telling me to just keep being a good mother and not worry and she would handle all the "hard stuff." I am so glad I trusted attorney Bennett. I get to keep the home I have been living in with the children and will get plenty of child support! I am going to get PERMANENT alimony (which means for the rest of my life pretty much) and I am not going to ever have to worry about money. My ex now even has to pay all of the attorney fees. Attorney Bennett was always so nice that I worried if she would be tough enough in court. Don't worry about that!! Attorney Bennett is a sweetheart to talk to but a TIGER IN COURT!

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Bryan Neal

Family lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Carin fights hard for her clients and understands the personal side of what is happening in a family law case. I have worked with her on several cases where domestic violence occurred during the course of the case."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.

Disciplinary Revocation issued in FL, 2019

updated on 01/02/2020

A Disciplinary Resignation means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred, the most serious penalty for a lawyer.

Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2017

updated on 02/20/2018

This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

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Albert D. Earnest Caring Award, Caring Foundation

Associations

Florida Bar

Member

Jacksonville Bar Association

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Florida Association for Women Lawyers

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Jacksonville Women’s Lawyers Association

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American Bar Association

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American Immigration Lawyers Association

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Florida Family Law Inns of Court

Education

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University of North Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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Barry University School of Law

J.D.

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St Thomas University School of Law

J.D.

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