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

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Location

Caryn A. Van Matre, P.A.

425 East Government Street, Pensacola, FL, 32502

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Caryn Aughtmon Van Matre's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2021 | Divorce & Separation

Consultation

Mrs. VanMatre was kind enough to talk to me after my boyfriend/significant other referred me to her via his father who is also an attorney in Milton. Unfortunately, his father doesn’t like me very much, so I was a little hesitant going into this conversation, but my significant other assured me that ...she was there to help me and my children. She started off the conversation by stating that she had zero time, and I should kiss my boyfriend after having The ability to squeeze me in to her very strenuous schedule, and also later stating that she had just met with opposing counsel and she is the exact same technique that she was using on me. liable, slander, disparagement, and basically disregard and callousness for anyone’s feelings and our lives. I responded to each one of her questions with a “yes ma’am”, because it was quite clear to me that she was disinterested in my side of the story. All she wanted was very strange evidence To dispute opposing counsel’s accusations despite my former husband having multiple arrests, and a past of being extremely dishonest. I find it quite strange that she asked me such personal questions while my ex-boyfriend/refer to listen in on our conversation. Fortunately I do have it and will be submitting it to a higher agency to evUnfortunately Mrs. VanMatre stated that she had not received the summons for what I was asking her help, and have a copy of the email being sent to her office. Instead, she stayed on the phone with me without a fee, because of my wonderful boyfriend who “handled the matter prior to our call”. Needless to say, I won’t be hiring her, and I just dump my boyfriend. Seriously, who prays on people and times of weakness? Stay away.

Posted by Diane | May 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Awesome Service

Ms. Van Matre and her Legal Secretary handled all of our questions and concerns very quickly. She also treated my daughter with respect and seemed to speak to her from the heart. We are very happy with the services that were provided and highly recommend her to anyone who needs an attorney who is ca...ring and one who will get the job done. We used her to help us get a well needed restraining order which was handled much quicker and more discreetly then it would have been if we had simply went to the court house to file one. She also handled another family members divorce and she was also very happy with the services that she provided to her.

Caryn Van Matre

Replied last May 19, 2018

Thank you, Diane, for taking the time to give me a review. I truly appreciate the faith and confidence you have in me! Hope all is well.

Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

star only review

I consulted with Caryn on the process for a divorce. She was friendly and informative, and also provided a cost estimate. She explained each step that would take place, and approximately how long it would take in a conversational, yet professional manner.

Caryn Van Matre

Replied last February 22, 2018

Thank you very much for taking the time to post a positive comment! It means more than you know.

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Worst attorney ever

I just want to go on record stating that working with Mrs .VanMetre was one of the worst experiences of my life. Not only am I suffering from PTSD from being betrayed and cheated on, but also from the treatment I received in the divorce settlement.

Caryn Van Matre

Replied last January 01, 2017

Sometimes, despite our best efforts, a client is suffering such hurt that they are not able to accept the advice of counsel. In this particular matter, settlement came through the mediation process with my client receiving the vast bulk of all marital assets. That did nothing to relieve the emotional hurt suffered by my client due to the break of her marriage. I advised that counseling would likely help her heal from that trauma. I did my best to offer her a sounding board for her to express her feelings about her husband, however I had to maintain my role as her family law advocate. At all stages I keep my clients apprised of the law and circumstances of their case. I had consultations with the client individually and with a family member she wanted involved with the process. Despite my advice regarding earlier resolution of the case, the client rejected the advice. Ultimately, through the mediation process an agreement was reached that was clearly advantageous to my client's interests. For the benefit of all readers, mediation is the process of settlement discussion with a certified family law mediator. Most all family law litigants must participate. Its is a highly effective tool to help parties resolve their disputes without the risk and expense of trial. No one is forced into a settlement agreement. Settlement often comes after a compromise is reached, meaning that each party likely moved in some way from their original position. Therefore, no mediated settlement agreement is perfect from any one client's perspective. While there is emotion involved, logic and rational thought has to guide the attorney in the process. Otherwise we are not effective in protecting our client's interest. Never is it my intent to show a lack of empathy. And never do I have a client execute a settlement agreement unless they understand the advantages of the proposal. I assure that this is the case by carefully reviewing the proposal with them and discussing their options. The mediator, while not crossing the line of giving legal advice, is also there to make sure that the client knows that they are not being forced into settlement. This case was no different.

Posted by anonymous | April 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent representation

I highly recommend choosing Van Matre as your legal representative. I very recently hired her to do my divorce and custody. The results were perfect and Van Matre and her staff are easy to talk with and always ready to help if you have any question. They are quick to respond, very friendly, and to ...the point.

Caryn Van Matre

Replied last April 03, 2017

Thank you for your kind words! I really appreciate it!

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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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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

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