Therese Alva Felth

Therese Alva Felth

also known as Therese Felth McKenzie

4.8
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 12 years

Family Lawyer at Pensacola, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Support ... +3 more

905 E Hatton St, Pensacola, FL

About Therese

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

Contested and Uncontested Dissolution of Marriage and Divorce; Collaborative Divorce; High Asset Divorce; High Conflict Divorce; Alimony and Child Cases; Trial and Appellate litigation.

12 years

30%
Family 30%

Divorce, Custody, Child Support, Modifications, Enforcements, Premarital Agreements, Pre-Nuptials, Post Nuptials, Paterntiy, Child Support, Alimony and Alimony Modifications, and Collaborative Family Law.

12 years

30%
Alimony 10%

Establishment, Modification, and Enforcement of Alimony or Spousal Support.

12 years

10%
Appeals 10%

Appeals of orders concerning alimony, property division, child custody, timesharing, and other family law related matters.

10%
Child Custody 10%

Establishment and Modification of Child Custody, Paternity, Relocations and issues of Timesharing.

12 years

10%
Child Support 10%

Establishment, Modification, and Enforcement of Child Support.

12 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 12 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2013

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

McKenzie Law Firm

905 E Hatton St, Pensacola, FL, 32503-3931

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Therese Alva Felth's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

5 star (10)
4 star (0)
3 star (1)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Shannah | September 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Therese has genuine concern and is honest and forthright. She has compassion and a great ability to connect with her client...

Therese is passionate about her client's needs and she genuinely cares about your case. She is patient and understanding and her entire staff is amazing as well. I would hire her again to represent me and highly recommend her to others.

Posted by Rebecca | June 5, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

My Recommendation and Review for Excellent, Compassionate & Professional Team

First, I want to thank you for all that you have done to help me through the process. You are exceptionally knowledgeable, caring, patient and supportive. Whenever I had questions, you were prompt in answering them to help me understand. I would recommend you to anyone who needs a team who will work ...100% for their client. Having you work as my attorney was the best decision I could have made. Thank you for helping me get through one of the most difficult times… Your help, your compassion and understanding were so much appreciated… along with your patience… Each of you took a personal interest in my case even when I was ready to call it quits. Once again thank you very much for the time and effort you all put into the matters regarding my case. You have given me a peace of mind, and it is comforting to know that I can always call somebody I trust. Hopefully our paths will cross again at some point in the future, in a less legal setting.

Posted by Patrick | March 8, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Superb Attorney

Therese is an amazing, caring attorney and an even better person. Highest of recommendations for her and the entire McKenzie firm.

Posted by Josh | October 2, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

She is amazing

In the fall of 2014, I was looking for a lawyer to help me in a discrimination case that I had filed. At the time, it had already passed through the EEOC, and I needed a lawyer from that point. I came across Mckenzie law firm on google, and gave them a call. From the first time I met with Therese,... she made me feel comfortable and confident that we would win my case. She has helped every step along the way since then, until just last month when we got a judgement in my favor in federal court. She has been great, and I highly recommend her.

Posted by Caitlin | September 8, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Beyond satisfying

Therese Felth McKenzie was my attorney for my divorce that was filed last year and finalized a few days ago. I am thankful that my grandfather all the way in Dothan, AL recommended their law firm. I was pleased with Therese and her whole office staff. I was able to get ahold of her whenever I needed... to and she responded quickly to anything I needed at that time. I felt comfortable while in the presence of her and the staff. Mediation and hearings are stressful and she made me feel much better and eased my mind at every one. She answered every question thoroughly and went on to answer questions I wouldn't have even thought to ask. I highly recommend Therese for your case! She treats you very kindly and with respect. No question is a stupid question and you'll never feel out of your comfort zone. Thank you to the McKenzie Law Firm, especially Therese, for making such a stressful time much easier for both me and my son! Being a happy, easy going mother during my divorce is all owed to Therese. You are very appreciated!

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Therese Alva Felth's Lawyer Endorsements

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Richard Chizever

Family lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Therese is a very knowledgeable and professional attorney. She is extremely articulate and a very proficient legal writer and researcher. Her courtroom skills are excellent. She cares about her clients and always goes the extra mile. Her clients are lucky to have her on their side."

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Patricia Preciado

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Therese is able to evaluate a matter and determine the most effective route to take, in order to obtain the absolute best outcome for her clients. She is also attentive to her client's needs, and makes sure to handle every matter uniquely and zealously. Simply, Therese is an excellent advocate for her clients."

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Mary McDaniel

Family lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Family law is difficult at best; it requires a great temperament, compassion, patience, and sharp legal skills in numerous areas of law. Therese embodies all these attributes and is a much-needed and welcome addition to the local family bar."

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Joseph Passeretti

Family lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Therese is a well respected family law attorney who is dedicated to providing excellent representation to her clients. Therese takes utmost care with her clients and finds practical and creative solutions to meet their needs. I endorse this lawyer."

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J. Alistair McKenzie

Insurance lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Other

"Therese is a passionate, tireless advocate for her clients and she does not rest until she knows every last wrinkle of the legal issues her clients face. She is a great family law attorney, medical malpractice attorney, and an equally great property insurance lawyer. As a property insurance lawyer she has unique experience that helps clients whose claims have been denied, as she used to work on defense of those claims for one of the state's largest insurers. Because of that unique experience, she knows the ins-and-outs of how the insurance companies work, which gets her clients who have been denied just compensation great results. I could not more highly recommend a lawyer than I can Therese."

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Jack De La Piedra

Family lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Warmhearted and sharp as a tack, Therese is a lovely person and an excellent attorney. I could not proffer a higher endorsement of her. She gets an A+ from me."

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Mirene Mairena

Family lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Therese since law school and she has always been smart, hard-working, and ambitious. That same go-getter attitude and relentless work ethic she exhibited in law school has now transferred to her professional career. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking to retain an honest attorney that will put up a good fight on their behalf."

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Kristin Drecktrah

Family lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Therese is a talented, knowledgeable attorney who approaches complex legal and factual situations with assertiveness and poise. Her results-oriented approach comes with a profound understanding of her clients' needs. She is a great communicator and effective advocate. I would definitely want her on my side in any courtroom."

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Aziza Elayan-Martinez

Unknown lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Co-worker

""I had the pleasure of previously working with Therese. She is extremely intelligent and cares deeply about her clients. She has the ability to approach legal issues from different perspectives and in ways that would not be obvious to most attorneys. I would highly recommend Therese to anyone who is looking for an attorney in her areas of practice. She is a stellar attorney and person!""

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Emilie Kennedy

Family lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Therese is an incredibly intelligent and passionate lawyer who works tirelessly to achieve the best outcomes for her clients. Her legal skills and advocacy are exceptional. She also has a great ability to empathize and connect with her clients, adding an element of humanity that is hard to find in the legal profession. I wholeheartedly endorse her as a lawyer."

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Katherine Giannamore

Unknown lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Felth is an incredibly dedicated attorney who is not only talented at legal writing and research but also cares deeply about her clients and achieving results. I endorse this lawyer."

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Mary McDaniel

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Clay Whittaker

Personal injury lawyer

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Joseph Passeretti

Construction and development lawyer

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Jack De La Piedra

Unknown lawyer

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Katherine Giannamore

Federal regulation lawyer

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Mirene Mairena

Family lawyer

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Richard Chizever

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2020

Rising Star 2020, Inweekly / Independent News

2019

Top 40 Under 40 Family Law, American Institute of Trial Lawyers

2018

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2011

Dean's Honor List, FIU College of Law

2010

Scholarship, Chamber of Commerce, Gefle, Sweden

2010

1st Place Brief, FIU Intramural Appellate Advocacy Competition, FIU College of Law

2010

3rd Place Orator, FIU Intramural Appellate Advocacy Competition, FIU College of Law

2010

Semifinalist, Weschsler First Amendment Moot Court Competition, American University College of Law, Washington DC

2010

Quarterfinalist, Jessup International Moot Court Competition, Miami, FL

2005

President's Honor List, FAU College of Business

2005

Dean's Honor List, FAU College of Business

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, McKenzie Law Firm

2011 - 2014

Associate Attorney, Franklin Legal Group, PA

2010 - 2010

Law Clerk, Law Offices of Max R. Price, PA

2009 - 2009

Judicial Law Clerk to Honorable Joel Lazaruz, State of Florida, Seventeenth Judicial Circuit

Associations

2022 - Present

Florida Bar, Grievance Committe A

Attorney Member

2021 - Present

Arts, Culture, and Entertainment, Inc. ("ACE")

Vice-President of Board of Directors

2019 - Present

Arts, Culture, and Entertainment, Inc. ("ACE")

Board of Directors

2018 - Present

West Florida Collaborative Law, Inc.

Member

2017 - Present

Florida Bar, Family Law Section

Member

2016 - Present

Women Lawyers Association of Northwest Florida

Member

2015 - Present

Pensacola Bay Area Impact 100

Member

2015 - Present

Florida Justice Association

Member

2014 - Present

Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar Association

Member

2022 - 2022

Foo Foo Fest Committee

Chairperson-elect

2020 - 2021

Foo Foo Fest

Committee Member

2018 - 2018

Art, Culture, and Entertainment, Inc.

Grant Review Panelist

2017 - 2020

Big Brothers Big Sisters, BIG Gala Committee

Member

2017 - 2017

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida

Co-chair of subcomittee on BIG Gala's revenue enchancers

2015 - 2016

Guardian Ad Litem Program

Volunteer & Pro Bono Attorney

2013 - 2013

Legal Aid Service of Broward County

Volunteer Law Clerk at Legal Aid Service Of Broward County, Inc.

2010 - 2011

FIU Board of Advocacy

Appellate Advocacy Group Member

2008 - 2011

FIU Women's Law Society

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Schroll v. Schroll, 283 So. 3d 966 (Fla. 1st DCA 2019)

Reversed and remanded in favor of client.

Schroll v. Schroll, 262 So. 3d 832 (Fla. 1st DCA 2018)

Reversed in favor of client.

Schroll v Schroll, 227 So. 3d 232 (Fla. 1st DCA 2017)

Affirmed in Part; Reversed and Remanded in Part.

Cooper vs. Austin and Stevens, Inc. and Ben Bartows Bar, LLC.

Verdict in favor of client.

Hurrye, et. al., appellant, v. Munoz, appelle

Affirmed.

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Education

2011

Florida International University, College of Law, Miami, FL

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor, Cum Laude

2005

Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL

BA - Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude

Publications

Languages

Swedish

English

Activity

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