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Deborah Lynne Greene
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About Deborah
Biography
Deborah was born in 1963, in DeLand, Florida. Deborah has also lived in Jacksonville, Florida; Atlanta, Georgia; Virginia; Alabama; and Tallahassee, Florida. Deborah's family has lived in Jacksonville, and the Northeast Florida area since before the civil war. Deborah is married to her law partner, Steven P. Combs and they have two children.
Deborah graduated from Wolfson High School in Jacksonville in 1981, after which she attended her first year of college at Lynchburg College in Virginia, where she was a Montgomery Scholar and was inducted into the Phi Eta Sigma Academic Honor Society. After graduating with a degree in Studio Art from Florida State University in 1985, Deborah worked in advertising and as a graphic artist until she began attending law school in 1988. In 1991, Deborah received her Juris Doctor, with high honors, from the Florida State University College of Law (graduating in the top 10% of her class).
While obtaining her education (from high school all the way through law school), Deborah always worked, including waiting tables at the famous Beach Road Chicken Dinners in Jacksonville, Florida, teaching piano lessons, working as a secretary, and playing the piano in the piano bar at the Tallahassee Hilton Hotel.
Deborah grew up as a member of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) when it was still downtown and she participated (as a youth board member) in the historic debate and vote which ultimately led to its relocation to Mandarin, where it is still located. Deborah was a member of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Fayetteville, North Carolina, where she lived between attending college and law school. Deborah was also a member of Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), where she served on the Board and Diaconate and as an adult Sunday School teacher. Deborah and Steve were on the Board of Central Christian Church when it merged with Eastside Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) (a predominantly African American congregation), and when its name was changed to Springfield Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Deborah has also been a youth sponsor, youth Sunday School teacher, church camp counselor, and the pianist for Sunday services. Deborah and her husband, Steve, are currently members and serve as Deacons at Riverside Avenue Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), in Jacksonville, Florida.
Deborah still enjoys playing the piano and composing music (both the melodies and lyrics), and she also enjoys interior decorating. She has not only decorated her own home, but she also helps her friends decorate their homes, as well. Deborah and her husband, and law partner, Steven, also enjoy reading books together, attending movies together, and traveling (both at home and abroad).
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
35%
Child Custody
25%
Family
25%
Child Support
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2015 2012
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 33 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
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Posted by Nancy | June 16, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Deborah Greene Scores High Marks
Deborah Greene recently represented me in my divorce with professionalism and care. The entire process could have been cold and impersonal, but Deborah handled things in such a way that made me feel comfortable and well-informed. Her knowledgeable team was always friendly, prompt and thorough in ma...
Posted by Marlene | September 24, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Attention to Detail
I found Deborah Greene to be both knowledgeable and detail oriented. She saw to it that I was well protected on several fronts. She had to deal with Federal Red Tape in filing QDRO's for me and wade through pages of Federal procedures and requirements to do so. Her attention to detail and followin...
Posted by Sherri | March 27, 2013 | Family
Deborah Greene, An Attorney You Want By Your Side
I really enjoyed working with Deborah and her Paralegal Shannon. I found them to be patient and understanding as well as fair and knowledgeable. Deborah will ensure that you are prepared with an understandng of case law and has a good handle on the way judges are likely to interpret facts. This is...
Posted by Melissa | January 17, 2013 | Family
Deborah Greene, saved lives and a relationship
Deborah Greene is an outstanding attorney who assisted me with an extremely complicated legal battle involving the safety of my granddaughter. She was a great comfort in helping me navigate the complex issues of custody that crossed state lines. She explained all of my options and potential problem...
Posted by Lori | October 22, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
Client Review in divorce case
I was recommended to Deborah by one of her former law school classmates. Upon our initial meeting, I knew she was the right attorney for me - she was very knowledgeable, confident, and very experienced in the area for which I needed her (divorce in FL). Throughout the entire nearly one year I ...
Deborah Lynne Greene's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Deborah is a well respected attorney in the legal community, and clearly a formidable opponent in the court room. However, her appellate work is truly second to none. Deborah is always my go to attorney if a case needs to be taken to the next level."
"Deborah is a highly experienced attorney. I often call her for her advise on my own cases as I value her legal opinion in the utmost regard."
"I endorse this lawyer. Deborah is one of the best lawyers in the field. She is knowledgeable and she is extremely prepared."
"Ms. Greene and I were opposing counsel in a very heated dissolution and domestic violence case. Ms. Greene, while advocating for her client, was kind and courteous to me, the Court and all professionals involved in the case. Despite the contested nature of the case, Ms. Greene was professional and ethical with every step. I respect her and her staff."
"I started working for Deborah and her husband/law partner soon after receiving my license to practice law in September, 2010. It took no time at all for me to realize how fortunate I was to be working for such a great legal team. After 3+ years of working for them I can say, without any reservation, that they are two of the most intelligient, kind, compassionate, and skilled attorneys I have ever met. I cannot count the number of times lawyers, judges, mediators, and other legal professionals in the community have told me how great of an attorney Deborah is and how fortunate I am to work for her. I could not agree more. In fact, I have actually told a Judge that I felt if I were to become half the attorney Deborah is that I would be doing well for msyelf, and the Judge wholeheartedly agreed!"
"I worked as an Associate attorney for Deborah, and her husband/law partner, Steve Combs, for several years. Deborah is an incredible attorney, and I highly endorse her, with no reservations. Deborah is as knowledgeable, aggressive, and courtroom proven, as any family law attorney that I know of in North Florida. If you are facing a family law issue (including, without limitation, divorce, time-sharing, modification, relocation adoption, dependency, domestic violence), you should definitely consult with Deborah; I would, and I would refer my closest friends and family to her as well. Whether you have a trial level or appellate issue, with Deborah, you are truly in good hands. Most importantly, Deborah is incredibly moral and ethical, and an all around good person, who will always zealously represent her clients."
"Attorney Deborah Greene is one of the best family law and litigation attorneys in Jacksonville and for that reason I would highly endorse and recommend her to any potential client. She is smart, aggressive and very knowledgeable and places her client first."
"Deborah is smart, pro-active, diligent, effective, ethical and practical."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Greene is a strong advocate for her clients and always well prepared. She is professional to her colleagues and responsive to the file. I have referred clients to her when conflicts arise and have not received any negative feedback."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer's work. Deborah is an excellent attorney who is a very strong advocate for her clients. She is always well prepared and knowledgeable. I would not hesitate to recommend her to any potential clients."
"Deborah is a dedicated advocate for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Deborah is an attorney of high integrity and incredible skill."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Client's Choice - Family, AVVO
2013
The 2013 Bar Register of Preeminent Attorneys, Martinedale-Hubbell
2012
Top Lawyers in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Magazine's 904
2012
The 2012 Bar Register of Preeminent Attorneys, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Client's Choice - Family, AVVO
2011
Legal Eagles - Top River City Lawyers, Jacksonville Magazine's 904
2009
5th Anniversary - AV Rated for 5 years 2004 - 2009, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2004
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1990
Book Award - Civil Rights Survey, Florida State University College of Law
1989
Book Award - Law & Groups, Florida State University College of Law
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Member/Shareholder, Combs Greene f/k/a Smith Greene & Combs
2003 - 2004
Adjunct Professor, Florida Coastal School of Law
2000 - 2004
Member/Shareholder, Barlett Heekin Smith Greene & Malin
1998 - 2000
Member/Shareholder, Combs & Greene, P.A.
1996 - 1998
Associate, Tromberg & Safer
1992 - 1996
Associate, Kirschner, Main, Graham, Tanner & Demont
1991 - 1992
Associate, Boyer, Tanzler & Boyer
1991 - 1991
Intern, Florida Supreme Court
1990 - 1990
Certified Legal Intern, Jacksonville Area Legal Aid
1989 - 1990
Intern, Florida House of Representatives
Associations
2009 - Present
The Florida Bar Rules of Judicial Administration CommitteeMember
2002 - Present
American Inn of Court - Florida Family Law Inn of CourtMaster of the Inn
2000 - Present
Jacksonville Women's Lawyer's AssociationMember
Jacksonville Bar Association
Members - Previously Served on Professionalism Committee
2008 - 2008
The Florida Bar Local Grievance Committee "C"Chair
2007 - 2007
The Florida Bar Local Grievance Committee "C"Vice-Chair
2006 - 2008
The Florida Bar Local Grievance Committee "C"Member
2005 - 2006
Jacksonville Women's Lawyer's AssociationPresident
1990 - 1991
Phi Alpha Delta - Florida State UniversityVice-Justice
1990 - 1991
The Women's Law Symposium - Florida State UniversityPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Adoption of Baby James Doe, 572 So.2d 986 (Fla.1st DCA 1990)
Appeal was won for the client.
General Commercial Packaging, Inc. v. T.P.S. Package Engineering, Inc., 126 F.3d 1131 (9th Cir. 1997)
Appeal was won for the client.
Lahodik v. Lahodik, 969 So.2d 533 (Fla. 1st DCA 2007)
The appeal was won for the client.
Leonard v. Leonard, 971 So.2d 263 (Fla. 1st DCA 2008)
Case was won for the client.
J.F. v. M.H., 35 Fla. Law Weekly D 824 (Fla. 1st DCA April 13, 2010)
Case was won for the client
Education
1991
The Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctor - With HIgh Honors - Top 10% of Class
1985
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science - GPA 3.29
N/A
Lynchburg College
Speaking Engagements
2009
Florida Family Law Inn of Court - American Inns of Court
Discovery and Depositions
2007
Jacksonville Women Lawyers ASsociation
Investiture Presentation to Judge Dan Wilensky
2006
The Women's Law Students Association
Member of Panel for Panel Discussion
2006
Mandarin Newcomers Club
Judicial Races
2006
Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association
Investiture Presentation to Judge Kevin Blazs
2006
Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association
Presenter of Woman Lawyers of the Year Award to Judge Eleni Derke
2006
Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association
Moderator - Judicial Candidate Forum
2006
Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association
Moderator - Annual Judicial Panel
2005
The Women's Law Students Association Florida Coastal School of Law
Member of Panel for Panel Discussion Regarding Women and the Law
2005
Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association
Investiture Presenttion to Judge Angela Cox
2005
Jacksonville Women Lawyers ASsociation
Investiture Presentation to Judge Mallory D. Cooper
2004
The Women's Law Students Association Florida Coastal School of Law
Member of Panel for Panel Discussion Regarding Practicing Law
2004
Rotary International - Baker County, Florida Chapter
Speaker
2004
Florida Family Law Inn of Court - American Inns of Court
Program Creator/Participant Regarding Family Law Issues
2003
Florida Family Law Inn of Court - American Inns of Court
Evidence Tips and Tricks
2000
Jacksonville Bar Association
Practicing With Professionalism
1999
Jacksonville Bar Association
Practicing with Professionalism
Publications
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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