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James Chase
also known as Chase, Higdon & Ralls, PLC
About James
Biography
Graduated from University of Florida Law School, with Honors, in 1979. Obtained a Masters Degree in Tax Law from New York University in 1980. Board certified in Marital and Family Law for over 20 years. Have been in practice in Pensacola, Florida since 1981. Member of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Family
25%
46 years | 1,000 cases
Tax
25%
46 years | 300 cases
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Licensed in Florida for 45 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1980
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Location
Law Offices of James Chase
101 E Government St, Pensacola, FL, 32502-5801
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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Family
Posted by Kristen | December 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Great Lawyer
Mr. Chase has represented me in several Family Law legal issues. He was recommended to me, and I am so thankful I hired him and his law firm to represent me. He will fight for your case! He has extensive knowledge, and he is ready to battle in court. If you are looking for someone not afraid to debat...
Posted by Terry | July 20, 2015 | Family
Representing my family and me for over 25 years.
Jim Chase has represented me and my family in family law matters for over 25 years. I would not trust anyone else with my family matters and that is why we keep coming back when any of us require a family law attorney. Jim and his staff are very professional and know the law.
Posted by Virginia | July 09, 2015 | Family
Exceptional Attorney
Mr. Chase is an exceptional attorney with an amazing staff. Mr. Chase kept me informed throughout the process, and gave me honest advice about my case, while being realistic about possible outcomes. Mr. Chase is a bulldog in the courtroom, and fought for me. I recommend him for any tax, family or bus...
Posted by Ben | July 09, 2015 | Family
The Absolute Best Family Law Attorney in Florida!
I was involved in a divorce where my ex-spouse did not want to settle the case and her attorney had no client control. Mr. Chase handled the other attorney, the judge and everyone involved with this case with respect and defended me to the best of his ability. There is nothing more I could have ask...
James Chase's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jim Chase is one of the most effective and ethical attorneys I know. Having known Jim and his reputation for the last 28 years, I have also am aware that Jim and his staff care greatly about giving their Clients the best legal service possible. Jim not only has extraordinary academic credentials, e.g. a degree in accounting, passing the CPA exam, having a Masters in Tax law and graduating from the University of Florida law school with honors, but he also possesses a high "emotional IQ" making him extremely socially adept. This balance of intelligence and "social adeptness" inures to the benefits of his clients. So does this 30+ years of experience in tax law, family law, IRS issues and other related areas of law practice. If a family member of mine needed legal advice in an area of law in which Jim Chase practices I would without hesitation suggest to them to seek out his advice."
"Jim has many years of experience in complex family law and estate/tax matters. His extensive experience and education allow him to give sage input to clients during difficult times. I have referred clients to him over the years and always felt comfortable each time that the clients were in good hands."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jim for almost thirty years. He has been an outstanding lawyer and is very ethical. In fact, we don’t do domestic cases and when someone asks for an attorney to handle such cases, I recommend Jim."
"Jim is well known in the community for handling family law matters with complex financial and tax ramifications. His business and tax practices complement his family law practice, and are a real benefit to his clients."
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"I've known Jim since I began practicing law over 20 years ago. He's not only a fantastic family law, business and tax attorney, he's a great guy--very friendly, approachable and makes clients I've referred to him feel very comfortable and confident that their case is being handled professionally. I've referred many clients to him over the years and will continue to do so. I highly recommend Jim Chase."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent tax lawyer and tax litigator."
"I had the pleasure of working for Jim for 7 years just out of law school. He's been a wonderful mentor to me personally & my law practice. I refer family law & tax matters to Jim and know that anyone I refer to him will be well taken care of. He's highly ethical and I learned my practical approach to helping clients from Jim. He has a wonderful, caring, efficient support staff. It's a pleasure working with his firm."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1985
Legal Boss of the Year, Pensacola Legal Secretaries Association
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Book Award (Highest Grade in Class for Income Tax), University of Florida Law School
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Book Award (Highest Grade in Class in Land Use Planning), University of Florida Law School
Work Experience
1987 - Present
Senior Attorney, Chase, Higdon & Ralls, PLC
1985 - 1995
Adjunct Professor, University of West Florida
1981 - 1987
Partner, Harrell, Wiltshire Stone and Swearingin
Associations
2010 - Present
American Society of Tax Problem SolversMember
1990 - Present
Tax Freedom InstituteMember
1990 - Present
Northern District of Florida Bankruptcy Bar AssociationMember
1982 - Present
Northwest Florida Estate Planning CouncilMember
1981 - Present
United States Tax CourtMember
1980 - Present
Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar AssociationMember
1980 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of FloridaMember
Education
1980
New York University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1979
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2016
Northwest Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Estate and Tax Issues in Divorce Proceedings
2016
Divorce Litigation From Start To Finish
Divorce Litigation From Start To Finish (Rated 4.75 out of 5.0)
2014
Family Law 101
Taxes and Divorce
N/A
Monthly Meeting
Representing Clients in Tax Audits
Languages
English