Joseph A. Alvarez

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Joseph A. Alvarez

also known as Joe Alvarez

5.0
33 reviews
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Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 9 years

Family Lawyer at Jacksonville, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

1200 Riverplace Blvd., Suite #850, Jacksonville, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 50%

50%
Divorce and Separation 25%

25%
Child Custody 15%

15%
Adoption 5%

5%
Child Support 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2021
Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 9 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2016

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Sussman, Johnson & Alvarez Family Law

1200 Riverplace Blvd., Suite #850, Jacksonville, FL, 32207

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Joseph A. Alvarez's Reviews

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Posted by Charity | March 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A Gift from God

Joseph and his team are incredible. I was dealing with a long distance divorce/custody case, with homeschooled children. I'd had a couple of attorneys, only one of whom actually helped, but then things seemed to fall apart. I needed to make some changes because my children were not doing well. Our ...plan hadn't been finalized yet, so time was of the essence. A few other mommas, in a similar situation, recommended Joe. I consulted with a few attorneys, but none of them were willing to really listen. All of them left me feeling hopeless and very triggered. After years of psychological and emotional abuse, I wasn't in a place to be able to handle those types of attorneys. Joe was different. He was careful, calm, kind, and compassionate, but still straightforward with no b.s. I felt safe. I think that's what all of us want, really. Joe stayed in communication with me. He didn't leave me hanging. He kept me informed, answered every question, and was patient through all of it. He didn't yell at me (yeah, that has happened before). He helped me see things that needed to be seen and understand from better perspectives. It was a bonus that we saw eye to eye on some things and I didn't feel like I had to defend myself to him. We were able to come up with a new plan that kept the children's best interests as the top priority and avoid going to trial. I'm truly grateful and blessed. God put him in my path right when I needed it most. I have given his information to several mommas who are in need of help, and will continue to do so.

Posted by Guzel | November 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best lawyer ever

I hired Mr. Alvarez as my divorce attorney. My case was complicated. Mr. Alvarez understood when I told him that I needed to take time and settle other legal issues that I was involved with my ex-husband and our business. He made sure that settling other legal issues were included in our divorce agre...ement. And when I was ready to settle, he acted very fast and professional. He is a great lawyer and has a big heart. Even after my divorce is over, he always responds to my emails if I have any questions.

Posted by Zack | December 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thank you, Joe!

Joe was the third lawyer I consulted with and I retained him because he immediately began action on my case with a winner’s attitude. I consider myself a moderate person and wanted fairness overall. My ex called him aggressive, but I saw him fight for my rights and was extremely pleased that he could... counter her appalling, unfair, and unrealistic advances on my divorce case. My ex even congratulated me on retaining a good lawyer because she still considered the mediation-resolved consent final judgement to be unfair to her! Joe knew exactly how to leverage the TEN undisclosed accounts she was using to hide money from equitable distribution. Joe pulled me out of a previous and unfair legal agreement and set me on the best ground to start life as a divorced parent of three. I also recognize Joe’s decision to work for Zisser Law was an excellent one because of the immediate recognition by everyone at Zisser on what should be done with my case. Joe tirelessly and professionally handled my case and I would highly recommend retaining him for your family law case.

Posted by Phillimon Hanneck | February 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Attorney for Family, Divorce and separtion, Child custody/support Licensed in Florida

Mr. Alvarez was very compassionate and empathetic towards my situation regarding child support. I was taken advantaged of and treated unfairly in terms of my child's mother and in turn was put on child support wrongfully. Mr. Alvarez took action immediately. He did not procrastinate in researching... and developing a defense for me. As a result, the child support arrearage was removed without the hassle of going to court. In addition, his fees were affordable.If you are looking for an aggressive attorney , Mr. Alvarez is the man to see.

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Shannon Haberle

Family lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Friend

"Joe is an excellent attorney who puts the needs of his clients before his own. Joe's passion for his profession and dedication to his clients is evident by his great work and favorable results. I would definitely recommend Joe to anyone faced with a family law issue"

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Eric Melendez

Family lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2022

Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers

2021

Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers

N/A

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Member, Sussman, Johnson & Alvarez Family Law

1900 - Present

Associate, Zisser Family Law, PLLC

Associations

Florida Family Law American Inn of Court

Executive Committee

Education

2016

Florida Coastal School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

Valdosta State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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