Caryn Aughtmon Van Matre

Caryn Aughtmon Van Matre

also known as Caryn A. Van Matre

4.3
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 32 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Pensacola, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Adoption ... +3 more

425 East Government Street, Pensacola, FL

About Caryn

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Adoption 10%

Adoptions, including step-parent or relative adoptions, third party adoption, both within the State of Florida and out of state.

10%
Probate 10%

Administration of estates following death of a loved one.

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 32 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1993

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Caryn A. Van Matre, P.A.

425 East Government Street, Pensacola, FL, 32502

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Caryn Aughtmon Van Matre's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 10 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Doug | July 12, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Absolutely Awesome Attorney

I hired Attorney Caryn A. Van Matre for a divorce case and her professionalism, knowledge, caring attitude and outstanding service and dedication made my divorce proceedings go very well and quite easy. She sat down with me and explained what to expect and how everything was going to go throughout t...he entire ordeal. She handled my case in a very professional manor. She ensured my ex didn't get away with anything that she wasn't entitled to, and was quick to put my ex in her place when she tried. Attorney Caryn Van Matre was always willing to put in the extra time that was required to ensure the case was handled properly. Being in the military and being deployed during the majority of the preliminary portion of the case, Attorney Caryn Van Matre went above and beyond to ensure that I was kept well informed of the status of the proceedings. Attorney Caryn Van Matre is phenomenal! She's the attorney you want on your side. I highly recommend Attorney Caryn A. Van Matre!

Posted by Ryan | May 26, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Overall great, and professional person.

Never in my life thought I would need a lawyer. I was referred to Caryn by some friends, to handle my divorce. I could not have asked for a better attorney for this. She was no nonsense, straight laced, and kept me on track. I highly recommend Caryn for any Legal needs.

Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

I give Caryn Van Matre my highest recommendation.

If you are looking for a divorce / family law attorney, I give Caryn Van Matre my highest recommendation. I have found Caryn to be as straight as an arrow in principle and in delivering information to me that I needed in making decisions in that painful process. She is compassionate and considers all... views pertinent to the case. I had a divorce of high conflict. She assisted me through that process, giving me all of the options and realistic opinions throughout that journey. Caryn told me what I needed to hear, not what I wanted to hear. She assisted me in making sound decisions for myself and my children. She assisted me in my transition from what I thought was the darkest time of my life to a good and secure place. Caryn represented me with a strong hand in a velvet glove. She and her staff have always been available and compassionate to me. I cannot say enough good things about Caryn Van Matre, other than I give her my highest recommendation, and I will always be grateful for her service.

Posted by Greg | March 23, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Excellent attorney

Mrs. Van Mater has been representing me throughout a very difficult divorce and child custody case. The opposing party has gone through at least five attorneys in this litigation and have each attempted their own approach to make their client's manipulation of the court system work to their advant...age. Mrs. Van Mater and her staff have systematically worked together in a professional manner resulting in consistent favorable court rulings on my behalf concerning my divorce and custody of my daughter. Mrs Van Mater is extremely knowledgeable and I would certainly recommend her.

Posted by winona | March 19, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

One of the best in town

When I was going through a very long and hurtful Divorce Mrs Matre was there for me every step of the way. I do not know what I would of done with out her. She is unlike most Lawyer's she has a heart and is there for you every way she can be.

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Caryn Aughtmon Van Matre's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mary McDaniel

Family lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Karyn and I have had several hottly contested cases together and I can attest that she is a practiced, experienced, and fierce opponent. She's a great attorney."

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Timothy Nusser

Family lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Caryn many times over the past 15 years. She is both competent and pragmatic. She works as a problem solver and she returns my telephone calls which is always the first step to avoiding needless litigation. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Rabby

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Caryn is a zealous advocate and a very good attorney."

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Wayne Willis

Family lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mrs. Van Matre for nearly 20 years as a fellow attorney in the practice of Family Law. I am now a Family law Mediator, and mediated many cases for Mrs. Van Matre. She is an excellent attorney, well versed in the law, always prepared to represent her client vigorously and reasonably. I would recommend Mrs. Van Matre to represent any member of my family."

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Craig Vigodsky

Family lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have litigated multiple cases against this lawyer in the past. She does a good job of zealously advocating for her clients and recognizing where common ground can be reached for settling matters when appropriate."

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Mary McDaniel

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Attorney, Caryn A. Van Matre, P.A.

Associations

1993 - Present

Florida Bar

1993 - Present

Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar Association

Education

1993

Samford University, Cumberland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Troy State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar Family Law Conference

Divorce From Start to Finish

2016

Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar Family Law Conference

Divorce From Start to Finish

2015

Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar Family Law Conference

Divorce From Start to Finish

2014

Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar Family Law Conference

Divorce From Start to Finish

Languages

English

Activity

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