Brenda A Drake

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Brenda A Drake

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 18 years

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

4600 Touchton Rd., Building 100 Suite #150, Jacksonville, FL

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About Brenda

Biography

Help for your family, children and marriage at affordable rates. Don't overpay, read my reviews and call today.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 60%

15 years

60%
Child Custody 25%

15 years

25%
Child Support 15%

15 years

15%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2022 2021 2020
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Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2014

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 18 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2007

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Drake Law Firm, P.A.

4600 Touchton Rd., Building 100 Suite #150, Jacksonville, FL, 32246

Brenda A Drake's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

44 Client Reviews

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Posted by Abner | February 11, 2013 | Child Support

Call Brenda Now, she is Absolutely Wonderful.

My situation was unique & extremely challenging. My child support case was established in another county while my children resided in another. I was never married, therefore I had no rights to over nights with my children. My situation required an attorney that was knowledgeable, experienced, connec...ted, diverse, understanding & hard working with a urgency to resolve. Thankfully, I can say that I was blessed to have Brenda Drake represent me in resolving this matter. Within 30 days of Brenda's announcement to represent me, a legal time sharing agreement was implemented, signed & enforced. Within 90 days my child support had been waived and discontinued due to the works of Brenda Drake. The beginning of 2012 was a very stressful year for my children & I, both emotional & financial, but because of Brenda's compassion, experience, knowledge, understanding & willingness to expedite a resolution to the problems, the end of 2012 lead to the wonderful and loving beginning of 2013 for my children & I. I recommend Brenda Drake to anyone in need of representation. Even if you don't think you need help, call her anyway. We Love You Brenda

Posted by Beatriz | February 05, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce Lawyer

Brenda Drake was knowledgeable on divorce proceedings to include child support/custody. She had my best interest at hand and I would always know the status of my case. I've awalys felt she was giving her best. She was relatable and sympathetic. I would definitely recommend her to others! Thanks Brend...a!

Posted by Jennifer | February 04, 2013

Highly recommended.

Brenda was outstanding to work with. She was compassionate and empathetic to me and to my situation. I have already given her card to others in need of such representation. While going through a very difficult time, Brenda gave me confidence and comfort making one of the hardest decisions of my li...fe. I couldn't be more appreciative of her for her incredible patience and understanding.

Posted by Melissa | February 19, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Hardworking, honest, and professional attorney that works hard for her clients!!

Three years ago Brenda Drake represented me in a criminal case. This case took over a year to litigate, but that was because she worked every single angle with the case. She called on her peers for help, and even wrote letters to properly mitigate my case. In the end, we did have a positive outcom...e. She spent many hours going over the facts and getting the proper investigative professionals involved. My life has forever been changed in a positive way. We did look at the very expensive attorneys; the ones that would have charged a $20,000 retainer. Some of them stated they could get me no less than a year in jail, while others promised the world. Brenda took a very honest approach and discussed all of the possibilities. She is hard working, honest, and a respected attorney. Should I ever need further assistance with any child support proceedings, I most definitely would hire her to take on my case. (I don't plan on a criminal proceeding to ever happen again:))

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Brenda A Drake's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christi Daisey-Snyder

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Drake is a hard working, intelligent attorney who will fight the state as hard as she can to make sure that your rights are protected. She will make sure you understand the process each step of the way. You can never go wrong by hiring her."

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Grant Schwarz

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brenda Drake is a great advocate for her clients. She is also a big contributor to the Avvo Legal Community. I have read and agreed with many of her answers. I endorse this lawyer because of her demonstrated leadership skills, knowledge of the criminal justice system and her ability to communicate that knowledge in a clear and understandable manner."

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Omar Carmona-Sanchez

Family lawyer | Feb 11

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"I endorse this lawyer. She is a true professional advocating for her clients."

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Sergio Cabanas

Unknown lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. A contributor to the legal community and a real asset to the bar in general."

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Mark Clay

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mrs. Drake. She is a truly asset to our legal community. Very helpful on AVVO and a great expert in the field."

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Robert Kirilloff

Unknown lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An asset to the legal community, Ms. Drake has been professionally handling family law cases for years, and has the experience necessary to accomplish any task. Aside from the outstanding work she does for her clients, she is a solid role model for young, budding legal professionals in the local legal community. I would recommend Ms. Drake's legal services to anyone."

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Jennifer D'Augustinis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Drake is not only intelligent but a strong advocate for her clients. She also has the ability to provide thoughtful and caring advice to those facing some of life's most difficult struggles."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. An excellent and knowledgeable attorney who really cares about clients."

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David Carroll

Child custody lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Brenda is a knowledgeable attorney with great compassion. I am happy to endorse Brenda."

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Thomas Mallon

Unknown lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Hovanes Margarian

Child custody lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Housley

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough."

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Stephen Henderson

Child custody lawyer | Apr 30

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"A zealous advocate with an outstanding track record."

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Don Dennis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 17

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"Ms. Drake is a well respected attorney who works tirelessly for her clients."

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Victoria Mussallem

Unknown lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Crockett

Child custody lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Drake knows the law and how to make it work for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Syed Ahmed

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael McGinn

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 08

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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C. Abbott

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Drake is a true professional advocating for her clients."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Drake Law Firm, P.A.

2007 - 2010

Assistant Public Defender, Office of the Public Defender

Education

2007

Florida Coastal School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Brenda earned significant contribution points in 2022.

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