Summer Nicole Boyd

Summer Nicole Boyd

4.9
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 25 years

Family Lawyer at Jacksonville, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Adoption, Estate Planning

10151 Deerwood Park Blvd., Building 200 Suite 250, Jacksonville, FL

About Summer

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 70%

26 years

70%
Adoption 25%

26 years

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 25 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2000

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Location

Law Office of Summer Boyd

10151 Deerwood Park Blvd., Building 200 Suite 250, Jacksonville, FL, 32256

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Summer Nicole Boyd's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

61 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 21 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Elisa | November 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

You'll be grateful she represents you!

Summer has been a comfort to me in confusing/trying legal issues. She’s completely accessible. Any time I ask, she’s willing to talk to me and go over questions I have. When you “consult” with her, it’s like you’re talking to a friend….you almost forget she’s your lawyer. Her prices are very reas...onable, you don’t feel like she’s out for the money…she really cares. She’s honest about your situation, even if it’s not what you want to hear. She makes navigating your legal issues less challenging and understands the importance of representing the best interest of your child. I highly recommend you hire her...you will be grateful you did!

Posted by Erika | November 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

amazing

I hired Mrs. Boyd, almost 3 years ago because I was going through a nasty divorce. I was lost in the legal system, and my ex had legal representation. Mrs. Boyd was there anytime I needed her ,many times just to let me know everything was going to be ok. She guided me through the legal system and ...my divorce, and I am completely satisfied, I would recommend her to anyone. Professional, Knowledgeable, understanding, helpful, compassionate, and results....

Posted by Megan | November 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The best !!!

Hiring Summer Boyd was the best decision I ever made . She took a personal interest in my case from the very second we first met until the very end . She was always there when I needed her no matter the day of the week or hour of the day . I felt confident with her every step of the way . Summer Boyd... was the best decision I ever made for my child custody case and I am so thankful for her everyday .

Posted by Brian | November 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Life Saver

My children were on a week on week off visitation schedule between their mother and myself for a couple of years following our separation/divorce. Initially, I thought it would be a good idea for the kids to see us both equally, but after a while their mother began to take prescription pain medicati...on and became addicted. She was almost always completely out of it and barely lucid. I worried for their safety, on those weeks. The kids began acting out in school, falling behind due to excessive absences, and one even ended up Baker acted. The idea of trying to take their mother to court and asking for full custody was overwhelming. After consulting with Summer, my current spouse and I decided to hire her right away. Summer is amazing! Communication was very important and being able to reach out with questions as they came up and get helpfull answers made the whole process, so much easier to deal with. Ultimately, we were able to get full custody and the kids are doing so much better! Thanks again, Summer, from the bottom of my heart! You saved my kids.

Posted by Katie | August 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Child Support

Seven months after my daughter was born, I spoke with Summer about what I needed to do to start recieving financial support from the father. I begin the long process of establishing paternity and receiving child support. I knew who the father was, but the Florida Department of Revenue has its bure...aucratic system and very limited information for you as the parent. Summer was able to keep me posted on the progress of the case without me having to wait hours on the phone to speak to a human. From her experience, she was able to assure me that I was following the right steps. Fifteen months after filing for paternity, we finally received our results and were one step closer. Following the results, we were able to prepare our case. I had never been to court before and had no idea what I was doing or what to expect. In the months leading up to our hearing, Summer and I worked together to compile all the necessary information, and then some. I had kept receipts for EVERYTHING when it came to my daughter for the past two and a half years, and it all paid off. Summer was amazing before, during and after our hearing! Her professionalism, personality and experience made my life a little easier during such a new and frustrating challenge! I would whole-heartedly recommend Summer!

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Summer Nicole Boyd's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christie Guerrero

Family lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Summer is a compassionate and dedicated advocate for her clients; she works diligently to meet their needs, day or night."

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Fiona DeSpain

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the privilege of working with and knowing Ms. Boyd for several years. She is without doubt, one of the most capable and knowledgable attorneys in Jacksonville, particularly in the area of family and juvenile law. She shines in the courtroom and is one of the best trial attorneys I have ever seen. I would not hesitate to have her represent my interests in any legal action."

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Aaron Irving

Family lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I am pleased to endorse Mrs. Boyd. I feel comfortable recommending Mrs. Boyd to anyone that needs a family law attorney. She not only cares about her clients and their issues, but she is also a zealous advocate for her clients. It has always been a pleasure to work with Mrs. Boyd as opposing counsel."

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Kimberly Tusher

Family lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. I have worked against and with Summer and found her to be a proactive, powerful and effective advocate. i refer clients to Summer every week."

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Slade Dukes

Unknown lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mrs. Boyd is an extremely knowledgable, experienced, and committed attorney. Her approach as a practitioner is sincere and compassionate, while also being diligent and thorough. Mrs. Boyd possesses a true passion for law, driven by an unwavering dedication to and for her clients' interests and needs."

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Tricia Meisner

Adoption lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I have know Ms. Boyd for almost 9 years during which we worked together, practiced against each other and I supervised Ms. Boyd. Ms. Boyd has an excellent background in adopting and related areas"

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Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Summer Boyd

2008 - 2010

Supervisor, Office of Criminal Conflict & Civil Regional Counsel

2005 - 2005

Attorney, Office Of The Attorney General Florida

2003 - 2014

Supervisor, Children's Legal Services

2000 - 2003

Attorney, Litchford & Christopher, PA

1999 - 2000

Clerk, Sheppard, White, & Thomas

Associations

2014 - 2014

NITA

Instructor

2010 - 2014

Girl Scout

Troop Leader

Education

2000

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

1997

University of Florida

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

Legal Lessons

Persuasive Trial Techniques

Languages

English

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