$ 350-350 per hour
James Demere Mason Sr
About James
Biography
Mr Mason Sr. is Board Certified by the Florida Bar as an expert in the field of Family Law and one of only a select few attorneys to hold this distinction in North Florida. Mr. Mason also holds the Martindale Hubbel rating of AV for Preimminent Lawyers. Mr. Mason had been listed by multiple local publications as amongst the top Famly Law Lawyers in the city. Mr. Mason specializes in financially complex cases, custody, alimony and distribution of assets. Mr. Mason has been practicing since 1981.
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Licensed in Florida for 44 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1981
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J. Demere Mason P.A.
The Park at Deerwood Center, 8130 Baymeadows Way West Suite 304, Jacksonville, FL, 32256
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Posted by Ed | February 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
Awesome attorney
My daughter and I have worked with Demere since August 2014 and I have no problem with an excellent rating.....perhaps excellent plus. His decades of family law and experience were so readily evident in our meetings as well as in front of the judge. I have never regretted our choice of Demere and ...
Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
Highly Recommend
Mr. Mason was recommended by a friend. And I️ recommend him continually to anyone who asks. My children and I️ would not have gotten this outcome if I️t weren’t for his hard work and dedication. He is very highly respected in the law community. And awesome in the courtroom.
Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Created more problems
I hired Mr Mason to help me in my divorce. He did not fight for my interest, he gave up on everything to the counterpart attorney , when we need an immigration attormey in the case, he referred me to a already retired attorney, and gave up on an international relocation. The worst attorney I had, did...
Posted by Ashley Myers, Esq. | November 19, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Superior
Mr. Mason is an extremely knowledgeable and precise attorney with excellent trial skills. He is professional and respectful to the judiciary and his colleagues. He finds creative solutions to difficult situations. I have been on the same side of the case as well as the opposite side and have found...
Posted by Telfair | January 21, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Lawyer
Demere represented me a few years ago and did a great job. He took a lot of time to teach me about the law and to prepare me for court. He is Board Certified by the Florida Bar and AV rated by lawyers and judges. I would highly recommend him.
James Demere Mason Sr's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have the pleasure of working for Mr. Mason, and he has a never-ending supply of knowledge to teach me with. He is centered around being ethical and precise, and most of all he is experienced."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is extremely knowledgeable in the law and always up on the statutes, rules, etc., on any subject. He is an outstanding part of our legal community"
"Brilliant and fair. Highly qualified and very experienced lawyer. Absolutely Honest"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Demere for 20 years. Even though I am also a board certified family law attorney, I always look to Demere for mentorship. His reputation for knowledge, preparation, and doing things the RIGHT way is unmatched. One of the best."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very formidable opponent, marked with the highest integrity, and ethical character."
"I have observed Mr. Mason to be both highly knowledgeable and professional. He is a fantastic role model for younger attorneys."
"I endorse this lawyer. Demere Mason is one of the finest attorneys in Northeast Florida well respected by his colleagues and the Judiciary."
"I endorse this lawyer.I have known Mr. Mason for more than 20 years. He is a tough, honest and conscientious litigator and a worthy opponent."
"I have worked for my father for 8 years in the field of family law. I have been up against the best lawyers in town and I can honestly say Mr. Mason Sr. is one of the finest."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
Master of the Bench and Bar, Florida Family Law American Inns of Court
1998
Board Certified - Marital & Family Law, Florida Bar
N/A
Top Lawyer, 904 Magazine
Work Experience
1999 - 2013
Senior Partner, J. Demere Mason P.A.
1992 - 1999
Partner, Jackson and Mason P.A.
Associations
1998 - Present
American Inns of CourtMaster
1998 - Present
Florida BarFamily Law Section
Family Law American Inn of Court
Master
Sample of Legal Cases
Petry v. Petry
Per Curiam Affirmed
Carr v. Shawfrank
Succesfully reduced alimony and successfully defended on appea.
Brulte v. Brulte
Successful trial and successful defense on appeal.
Dowie v. Dowie, 668 So.2d 290
Succesful coordination of Divorce and Bankruptcy
Education
1981
University of Miami School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
Jacksonville University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1976
University of Florida
A.A.
Speaking Engagements
2010
Handling Divorce Cases from Start to Finish
Divorce
2009
Jacksonville Bar Family Law Seminar
Family Law
Publications
2010
National Business Institute Seminar
Dividing Assets and Debts Equittably
2009
Jacksonville Bar Association
The Supremes "when they sing you should listen"
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How to find a lawyer to divorce bipolar wife
02 Feb 2015
Q&A
Do both parties need to be present in the final divorce hearing in Florida? If both parties consent & agree on all terms.
02 Dec 2014