Paola Parra

Paola Parra

also known as Paola Parra Harris

4.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 29 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Jacksonville, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody

6810 St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL

About Paola

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 28 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1998

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 29 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1996

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Parra Harris Law

6810 St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL, 32217

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Paola Parra's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tanya | August 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

worth every brown penny

Paola got me through my divorce in 2012, and then I was pleased. 5 years later her and her counter part Lester impressed me even more by helping my new husband obtain 50/50 custody in a custody modification battle. It was an up hill battle that was executed with such care, professionalism, charisma, ...and class, that I will forever be indebted, and would recommend anyone to her and her staff. She will never really truly know how much she is appreciated, and what a huge difference she has made in our lives. Lester was absolutely amazing too!!

Posted by anonymous | May 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Safety First

When in a situation that was confusing and quite scary Paola and her staff made me feel a sense of comfort and guidance. They put the best interest of my family and our safety first and foremost. Paola fought hard for making sure myself and my kids were able to go to a environment of safety and peac...e and she will forever be appreciated.

Posted by Joyce | February 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A God Send and Outstanding Attorney- Positive, Effective, Responsive

Paola Parra is an amazing attorney, and a true professional. I hired Paola to get me through my difficult divorce and child custody battle. I was up against an abusive man with a record of violence and unlimited resources. I was scared, mentally weak, and confused. She instilled great courage and ...strength in me during one the most difficult times of my life. She had a strategy for every situation and never backed down. She never let me give up, and I tried many times. She knew what to do and did it perfectly. I am so grateful for her personal touch and for genuinely caring about my son and I. Who knows where I would be if I wasn’t brought to her office by my family that day. But I know I wouldn’t be the strong, confident, independent woman and mother I am today. If you need someone in your corner to help you fight, I recommend Paola!

Paola Parra

Replied last February 16, 2016

People ask me how and why I practice family law which can be such an emotionally charged area of law. When I represent clients like you where we successfully navigate the messy litigation of a divorce and custody battle and achieve positive results at trial, it makes it easy for me to know why I do what I do. Thank you and I am glad to have served as your attorney.

Posted by Greta | February 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Dedicated, Fair , Honest, and Caring.

I can write all day long and it still won’t be enough to praise how dedicated and fair this attorney is. Paola is selfless, she fights to fair and just, she fights for what is right. Specially when innocent children are caught in the ugly mess of divorce/custody battles. Her caring about others, sp...eaks out for what she believe to be the truth, fair and honesty, Paola battle for me has not been easy, it has been an emotional, financial and physical challange for me, but Paola and her team made sure to be there for me and make the journey smoother. Everytime I walk out of her office after meeting with her I feel confident, I feel secure and I feel trusted. G.E. Boyrie

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Strong and insightful

Paola is caring and compassionate. She is prepared to take her time with each client and make lists of priorities and concerns. She prepared an intelligent and insightful presentation in my case and delivered results I have not seen with other attorneys.

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Paola Parra's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sharon Watson

Family lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Attorney Parra is a caring zealous advocate and professional effective Family Law attorney."

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Alan Rosner

Family lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Parra is an excellent lawyer who understands the needs of clients and is extremely knowledgeable on the law. I would highly recommend her. I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Harris

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Paola is a tremendous advocate for her family law clients. She lead our family law litigation practice for 18 years at Harris Guidi and her clients were always extremely happy with their results. I endorse this lawyer."

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Paula Brice

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Paola is an intelligent, hard-working determined attorney who represents clients with tenacity and compassion. She works tirelessly to advocate for her clients and obtain stellar results. She is also an amazing woman who gives back to our community with her time and energy through her participation with many charitable organizations."

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Chong Ye

Unknown lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Torri

Unknown lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Women of Distinction, Girl Scouts Inc.

2012

Lawyer of the Year, Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association

2011

Top 10 Most Influential Hispanics in North Florida, EcoLatino

2003

Class of 2003, Leadership Jacksonville

2002

Up and Comer, Jacksonville Business Journal

1996

Graduation with Honors, Mercer University

1993

Fellowship, Council on Legal Education Opportunity

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Founding Partner / Attorney, Parra Harris Law

1998 - Present

Attorney, Harris Guidi Rosner Dunlap Rudolph, P.A.

2011 - 2012

Adjunct Professor, Florida Costal School of Law

Associations

2018 - Present

I. M. Sulzbacher

Board Member

1998 - Present

Jacksonville Bar Association

Member, Family Law and Naturalization Committee Co-Chair

1997 - Present

Catholic Lawyers Guild

Member

State Bar of Georgia

Member, Section on: Family Law

2015 - 2018

Catholic Charities of Jacksonville

Chair Elect, Board of Directors

2014 - 2015

Chamber of Commerce

TruJax

2014 - 2018

The Florida Bar

Member, Grievance Committee

2013 - 2014

Rotary Club of San Jose

President

2011 - 2012

Jacksonville Mayor's Office

Hispanic American Advisory Board - Chair

2011 - 2012

Rotary Club

Treasurer

2010 - 2011

Rotary Club

Secretary

2007 - 2008

Junior League of Jacksonville

Board Member

2004 - 2007

Hispanic Bar Association of Northeast Florida

Founding President

2004 - 2007

Florida Association of Women Lawyers

Treasurer

2004 - 2004

The Florida Bar

Member, Judicial Nominating Procedure Committee

2004 - 2004

The Florida Bar

Member, Legislative Committee

2003 - 2016

Leadership of Jacksonville Class of 2003

Member, Selection Committee

2003 - 2004

Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association

President

2002 - 2003

Junior League of Jacksonville

Provisional Advisor

2002 - 2003

Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association

President-Elect

2001 - 2002

Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association

Vice President

2001 - 2002

Rotaract of Florida's First Coast

President

2001 - 2002

Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association

Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

Kaprelian v. Kaprelian

FH found in contempt of court and request to reduce child support denied.

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Education

1996

Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Law Day

Family Law for the Public

Publications

2016

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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