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Lisa K. York

Family Attorney at Pensacola, FL

5.0   21 reviews
  • Licensed for 20 years
    State FL
    Acquired 2003
    Status
    Member in Good Standing No misconduct found

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About Lisa

Learn Lisa’s areas of practice.

4
Practice areas
  1. Divorce and separation
    40%

    10 years

  2. Family
    40%
    Dissolution of Marriage, Paternity, Adoption, Custody and Visitation, Grandparents Rights, Temporary Custody by Family Members

    10 years

  3. Guardianship
    10%
    Establish Guardianships for persons who are unable to care for themselves, and / or manage daily affairs. Guardianships can be established for persons who are intellectually disabled, brain injured, or suffering from any illness, injury or condition that limits their functional abilities.

    10 years

  4. Health care
    10%
    Represent medical practitioners that are defending licensure Board action. Physicians, Nurses, licensed technical personnel. Provide consultation in medial malpractice actions.

    16 years

From Judicial Law Clerk, to Paralegal, to Licensed Attorney, I feel like I have done it all! With 30 plus years in this legal community, I have acquired vast and rich knowledge of law and litigation. Let me put this experience to work for you.

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Posted by Terri | January 29, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Great Help at a Difficult Time
Lisa York represented me in my divorce. I had recently left a toxic relationship and moved out of the marital home. Besides leaving the home, the best decision I made was hiring Ms. York. She understood my concerns while being prudent with my time and money. She provided excellent legal advice regarding protecting my assets. Ms. York has that rare combination of empathy and legal strategy. She protected my interests and flawlessly moved the process through the court system. I recommend Ms. York without hesitation.
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Posted by Jennifer | October 30, 2021
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Compassionate and Consistent
Lisa was so wonderful to work with and helped make a very stressful and overwhelming process related to the guardian advocate process manageable and smooth. She was clear and consistent and so incredibly compassionate through the process. I cannot possibly be more satisfied with my experience and am incredibly grateful for her! I would recommend her services to anyone going through the guardianship process!
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Posted by Jessica | October 6, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Divorce
Before finding Lisa, I probably called 3 or 4 different lawyers. At the end of each 60 minute consultation I would find most of my questions unanswered and feeling just as confused and frustrated as before I called. I finally called Lisa and she answered all my questions and presented me with a plan to get my divorce started. I was finally getting somewhere! Lisa and Christie were professional, attentive, and patient when explaining the (sometimes confusing) legal process of a divorce and all the paperwork that comes with it. They answered all of my questions and I never felt like I was left in the dark about the progress of my case or what direction it was going in. I feel like I can finally live my life again, and a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders. I can’t recommend her enough. Thank you, Lisa!
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Posted by Ed | December 20, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Best Family Attorney
Ms. Lisa has help me and my family in custody matters and divorce proceedings. She is curently working on power of attorney for my wife and our living will. We can't say enough about Ms. Lisa and her staff. They truly are the best! They are very professional and will work on every detail of your case. Giving you the very best information and legal advice for you and your family.
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Posted by Jessica | September 26, 2019
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Guardianship
Lisa made the process of becoming our son’s guardian advocates streamlined and easy. We are grateful to Lisa for helping us continue to support Micah in his decisions as he enters adulthood.
Posted by Christie | July 9, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
She fearlessly sailed in uncharted legal waters!
I had a very difficult divorce case. From the moment I sat in her office, Lisa knew the type of individual we were dealing with and how to guide me. I had very difficult decisions to make for me and my children, and Lisa gave great advice that saved me a lot of hardship months down the road. The legalities around my marriage were complex - no one had ever been in my situation before - she tackled the unknown head on: doing research and asking questions of others to figure out the best way to proceed. And in the end, she secured for me the best possible outcome! Lisa is very careful and thorough. She will tell you what she can and cannot do for you every step of the way. She doesn't get caught up in the drama, and her matter-of-fact demeanor helps you to clear your head and get re-focused on the main thing. Would definitely hire Lisa again!
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Posted by kandace | January 17, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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Best attorney
Ms. York and her office team are the greatest. Every professional, supportive and gets the job done. Very thankful to have had an attorney like Ms. York, by my side helping me step by step with my divorce process
Posted by Danielle | December 28, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Professional and Personable
Lisa York and Christie helped me through my name change process. They were awesome to work with and made every step of the process easy for me. Lisa is very professional, while also being very personable. I would absolutely recommend her services.
Posted by Samantha | August 25, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Highly recommend!
Had an amazing experience with Lisa as my lawyer in gaining guardianship for my mother. Communication was easy and she responds very quickly, whether it be email or phone. She is very knowledgeable and supportive throughout the process. Would highly recommend her services!
Posted by Elerene | August 25, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Best in the area!
Lisa is very attentive, considerate, and knowledge with our guardianship process for our mother. I would highly recommend her services. Just great to work with!
Posted by Frederick | July 3, 2017
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Great attorney
I consulted Mrs York and she put me at ease with my Situation. She is very discreet and knowledgeable of the law. I highly recommend her.
Posted by Barbara | June 5, 2017
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Professional and Understanding
I have consulted with Lisa on two occasions regarding delicate family matters. She took time to listen to my concerns, and ask questions to clarify those concerns before providing guidance. She was understanding and very respectful, which I appreciated. She gave me solid advice that regarded areas of her expertise. When the topic involved a different area of law, she suggested that I speak with someone that works in that field. She is a kind, trustworthy attorney that made me feel very comfortable when having to discuss such sensitive matters. I definitely recommend Lisa and proud to call her my attorney.
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Posted by Ron | June 1, 2017
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Helped me figure it out!
I had a question, but couldn't remember any of the terminology that I needed, and Lisa was so helpful that I was able to put everything I needed together quickly and accurately! Highly recommend Lisa!!!
Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2017
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| Consulted Attorney
Attorney Lisa York
I recently contacted Lisa York to discuss a legal concern. She scheduled an appointment with me for the following day and listened to my concerns. Her expert advice and kind, supportive demeanor eased my mind tremendously. She explained in detail what I could and could not do to resolve my issue. I highly recommend Lisa and am very thankful and grateful for her expertise.
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Posted by Tara | May 17, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
ATTENTION!!
I hired Lisa York for a domestic case last minute and she was ready and willing to help me without having much notice. She was FANTASTIC. I can't say enough good about her. She answered all my questions and made me feel comfortable. Lisa is compationate , caring, dedicated and but very professional. She went beyond beyond what I exspected. Would I choose Lisa York again ????? WITHOUT A DOUBT !
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Posted by Jennifer | January 20, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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Amazing Attorney
Lisa York is an amazing attorney!! I hired Lisa for a custody case she went above and beyond for me and my family I now have my children at home with me. I would recommend her to anyone that may be in the middle of a custody battle. Lisa York is the first attorney that I have had to hire and in my personal opinion she is one of the best she will forever have a place in my heart for all her hard work.
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Posted by Rhonda | November 21, 2016
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Awesome Attorney
I would just simply like to state,having never dealt with the legal system,even with my basic knowledge ,it was not simple.I was referred to Lisa York by a parent whom I had her child a few ago in elementary school. Lisa was upfront,honest,kind and warming from the first meeting. Lisa allowed me to get all my emotions out in her office .i Would highly recommend her to anyone that is in need of more than just an attorney .
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Posted by Dave | February 20, 2016
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Help with a complicated issue
Very appreciative of Lisa's efforts because she researched whether or not she could help me before charging me a consult fee. This is a very unique thing in the legal world since most lawyers want money up front before talking with you. As it turns out, my issue was outside of her lane and she was able to point me in the right direction. Thank you.
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Posted by Nova | November 8, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Great Counselor at Law
Lisa York, Attorney and Counselor at Law, represented me in a guardianship case. She was very responsive and attentive to all of our special needs. I highly recommend her. Thank you!
Posted by Melanise Smith Bradley | July 13, 2015
lISA YORK
My lawyer Lisa York is the BEST in PENSACOLA, FL!! I thought that I could have taken on my divorce case without a lawyer but I was wrong. I called Mrs. York and she agreed to meet with me the next day. I loved meeting with Mrs. York because she cares and she made a big difference in my life. Mrs. York asked all the right questions and was straight forward with me. A lawyer that keeps you informed about your case and not blowing smoke (100 points). She would email me, call me and send letters if she wasn’t able to reach me in a certain amount of time if she missed my calls she would immediately return my calls within hours. Mrs. York was recommended to me from a former client and they spoken very highly of her and she lived up to everything they said about her and more. Mrs. York embraces her own in court and in front of whomever when it comes to the protection her client. She made me feel very comfortable and she reinsured me that it was alright. Mrs. York is the Lawyer you need to defend you. I won my case and now stress free without any high legal fees. Thank you!
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AVVO RATING 8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

  • Managing Partner
  • Lisa York, Attorney at Law, P.L.
  • 2013 - Present
  • Risk Management Hospital Attorney
  • Sacred Heart Health System
  • 2010 - 2013
  • Assistant State Attorney
  • Office of the State Attorney 1st Circuit
  • 2007 - 2010
  • Associate Attorney
  • Lozier, Thames and Frazier
  • 2003 - 2007
  • Judicial Law Clerk
  • The Office of Honorable Kim Skievaski
  • 2001 - 2002
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Education

  • Loyola University New Orleans College of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2003
  • Florida State University
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 1983

Associations

  • Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Member
  • 2017 - Present
  • Florida Bar, Family Law Section
  • Member
  • 2016 - Present
  • Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2003 - Present
  • Northwest Florida Women Law Association
  • President
  • 2005 - 2006
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Most Improved, Trial Advocacy
  • Criminal Law Section-Prosecutor & Public Defender Trial Advocacy Training
  • 2008

Publications

  • The Summation
  • Discovery Wars - Lawyers and Doctors
  • 1998

Speaking Engagements

  • Monthly Meeting
  • Premisis Liability in Healthcare Settings - What You Should Know
  • 2012

Attorney endorsements

Received (6)
Given (9)
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Divorce and separation Attorney | Nov 14
Relationship: Friend
"I can think of no more empathetic, compassionate, yet effective attorney for those who find themselves dealing with a family law matter. Whether it is a divorce, property or custody matter, Lisa York doesn't just take care of the legal work, she does it with a keen appreciation for how the disruption and uncertainty of their lives affects her clients and their families. I would endorse Lisa York for any family law matter."
Family Attorney | Nov 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa is very passionate about her work and she is committed to her clients."
Family Attorney | Oct 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Lisa for over 20 years. She is a great person and excellent attorney."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 19
Relationship: Co-worker
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with her while she was a criminal prosecutor, before she went into private practice. Her knowledge base and practical application of the law through trial advocacy are impressive and extraordinary."
Family Attorney | Oct 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Lisa York is one of the most compassionate and thorough lawyers I know. I highly recommend her to those looking for family legal counsel in the Pensacola, Florida area. You won't be sorry!"
Civil rights Attorney | Jan 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Pensacola Family Lawyer Lisa K. York
Lisa K. York
Family Attorney
Pensacola, FL
Licensed for 20 years