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Ashley C Puro

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  • Destin, FL
  • Licensed for 7 years
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About Ashley

Practice areas

OtherUncontested divorceChild supportChild custodyAppeals
  1. Appeals: 20%

    Our firm handles Family Law Appeals. The time to file an appeal is limited. If you believe the Court made an error within a Final Order or Judgment, contact us today for a free consultation. (*Note: we do not accept criminal appeals)

  2. Child custody: 16%

    Includes establishing paternity, parenting plans, timesharing (visitation) schedules, enforcement of custody orders and modification of existing custody orders.

  3. Child support: 16%

    Includes establishing child support unrelated to marriage, contesting child support orders, enforcement of orders and modification of orders.

  4. Uncontested divorce: 16%

    Flat Fee Service includes drafting all required court documents, creating a Marital Settlement Agreement and Parenting Plan and procuring a Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage. No court appearance is require except in rare circumstances.

  1. Alimony: 16%

  2. Domestic violence: 16%

Languages spoken

English

Contact

ASHLEY PURO, P.A.

[email protected]
1160 Airport Rd., Suite 203
DESTIN, FL, 32541

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    FLMember in Good Standing201304/04/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers185
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Top 10 Family Law AttorneysAttorney and Practice Magazine2020
    Top 10 Best Family Law Attorney-FloridaBest of the Best Attorneys2020
    Top Contributor AwardAvvo2019
    2019 Client's Choice AwardAvvo2019
    Top 10 Best Family Law Attorneys- FloridaAmerican Institute of Family Law Attorneys2019
    Top 10 Best Law Firms, 2019 -2020American Institute of Family Law Attorneys2019
    2018 Client's Choice AwardAvvo2018
    Federal Rules of Civil Procedure Research AwardWilliam Mitchell College of Law2011
    Merit Scholarship RecipientWilliam Mitchell College of Law2010
    Merit ScholarNational Society of Collegiate Scholars2010
    Dean's List 1997 - 2001Florida State University2001
    Academic Achievement AwardGolden Key International Honor Society2000
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    AttorneyASHLEY PURO, P.A.2018 - Present
    AttorneyWinter Spires & Associates, P.A.2015 - 2018
    Associate AttorneyAaron Wentz, P.A.2013 - 2015
    Judicial Extern, Felony DivisionThe Honorable Lezlie Marek2012 - 2013
    Certified City ProsecutorCity of Roseville; Erickson, Bell, Beckman & Quinn, P.A.2012 - 2013
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    National Association of Distinguished CounselFellow2019 - Present
    Florida Supreme Court Historical SocietyMember2019 - Present
    Florida Association for Women LawyersMember2015 - Present
    Florida Bar, Criminal Law SectionMember2013 - Present
    Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law SectionMember2013 - Present
    Florida Bar, Family Law SectionMember2013 - Present
    Alternative Dispute Resolution,, State of MinnesotaCertification2011 - Present
    Qualified Family Law Neutral, State of MinnesotaCertification2011 - Present
    Phi Eta Sigma National Honor SocietyMember1998 - Present
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    William Mitchell College of LawJD - Juris Doctor2013
    Florida State UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude2001
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Michelle P. Hutchinson, Former Wife vs Mark H. Hutchinson, Former HusbandReversed and remanded
    Michelle P. Hutchinson, Former Wife vs Mark H. Hutchinson, Former HusbandReversed and remanded

    Reviews

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    Review Ashley Puro

    Awesome Attorney

    Posted by

    If you’re looking for a warrior who will pay attention to every detail, be educated about the law, argue your case succinctly and support you in every way possible, Ashley is your lawyer. She is extremely intelligent and will do a fantastic job!!!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    An attorney who will stand up for what is right.

    Posted by

    I don’t do reviews, but Ashley deserves this one.. I’ve consulted with her and unlike many attorneys I spoke with, she’s not afraid and not intimidated by the opposing party’s tactics. I would definitely hire and recommend her! She’s one of those attorneys who hasn’t forgot why they went to law school in the first place. She cares about your situation and finding resolution and not the money.
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
    Consulted attorney

    The Right Lawyer

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    I have been so very much against hiring a lawyer. I never wanted to go this route, I thought maybe if the former and I could come to an agreement we would be fine. Situations kept arising and I realized I needed expert help and advise especially with having a special needs child involved. I spoke to Ashely and she talked me through all my options. I am so very thankful for her knowledge, consideration, and professionalism. She made me feel better about my choice and decision to move forward with her services. I have to say I was also worried about cost, but she is worth every dollar I spent. She made me feel secure about my daughters safety and that feeling is worth more than my expense many times over.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    All About My Kids

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    Some people are able to work things out with the help of an attorney, but when the child support started getting difficult I was given the best gift. Ashley’s contact information. Also as a happily divorced woman I found myself with the amazing opportunity to take my kids to an area better suited for their needs, and I needed someone to help me petition my move. While the former initially agreed, things changed once he met with the law firm taking on his case (and taking his money). No matter how irritated or upset I felt about an issue, or the formers attorneys lack of response or competency, Ashley kept her focus on my girls. She made it a point to personally understand the unique and special needs of my daughter and why my move was so important to her wellbeing. She helped me to anticipate the future and future needs of my children, and always, always, always made me feel like I was her only client (even answering questions during her breaks during trials). She was a warrior in my corner, my girls corner. She was firm, direct, and extremely responsive with opposing council (often educating him on what he should have already known). There was not a single time I didn’t trust Ashley to speak on my behalf and not a single time she drug my case out for additional compensation. She forwarded all email traffic between her and opposing council, even followed up teleconferences with an email summary to opposing council (forwarded to me). She set and enforced deadlines with opposing council, regardless of what appeared to be their effort to gain more money from my former husband (and often times highlighted their lack of knowledge, care, or concern of our case). Ashley was my partner in setting my children up for success. She is an amazing professional and while I hope to never have to use her services for a case like this again, I know I always have a place to turn to and someone there to fight for us.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Outstanding Advice & Peace of Mind

    Posted by

    Ashley returned a call and email promptly with very thoughtful responses to my questions. Her knowledge and expertise provided peace of mind in a very stressful time. Where others had simply replied that they didn't know or couldn't address the situation due to location/jurisdiction she quickly made sense of the complexity so that I clearly understood my options.
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
    Consulted attorney

    Highly recommend!

    Posted by

    I would recommend Ashley for any case. As I spoke to her for a consultation, I know she can handle any situation big or small. She spoke to me as a person. I felt I would never be a number! As I told her about my issue in a potential legal matter, she was sympathetic and yet distinguished between a moral stand point and the law. She made things more clear in reference to what I should and should not do! I will definitely use her legal presence and knowledge in the future and truly wish I would have had her contact information years ago!
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
    Consulted attorney

    I would stand outside preaching the gospel of Ashley Puro

    Posted by

    Ashley was recommended to me and we had a phone consult hours later. Immediately I knew she was who I wanted. From the start, she has been honest and straightforward. She let me know exactly what to expect every step of the way and kept me updated and in the loop with everything going on. Ashley was knowledgeable and diligent in every aspect and extremely organized. Every question or concern was addressed immediately regardless of date or time. She made sure I was prepared for hearings, depositions and trials accordingly. This case was a hot mess express but not for Ashley...There is was so much inconsistency and miscommunication on the others parties side, night and day difference from what I was experiencing. That was the moment that I knew I had picked the right attorney but they did not. I felt bad for a moment but that quickly faded seconds later. I am extremely grateful for her and her services in helping my facilitate a custody agreement with my son. She truly understands and cares about every client and takes the time needed with every case and these are people's lives not just a paycheck.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Excellent is an understatement!

    Posted by

    I had a consultation with Ashley and will 100% be hiring her! She answered my questions quickly and went into detail about many different scenarios. I felt as if I a was a priority, even though I know she had many other trials going on. I will recommend Ashley to any woman trying to get custody of their child, without hesitation!
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
    Consulted attorney

    Second to NONE!

    Posted by

    It is my honor to write a recommendation for Ms. Ashely Puro. I hired Ms. Puro a few months ago to represent me in a family law matter and her professional commitment to my case has been second to none. Immediately upon consulting with me she made me feel comfortable by answering any and all questions, and then continued making herself available as questions arose in the days and months that followed. Too often attorneys take on too many cases and therefore that case becomes a number that repeatedly gets lost in the growth of a practice. Ms Puro has made it a point to keep her practice smaller and more manageable so that her client’s get her utmost attention. She realizes that this is a passionate and serious issue for us, the clients, and she takes that very seriously. I'd like to thank her for the extraordinary service she has provided for me. She has been completely dedicated to my cause and has made it her own. Although I have not received a final ruling on my case, I know that she has given it everything that she possibly could to bring the law to the pages of her brief and to the ears of the court. I feel as though her ability to achieve success with my case is likely, but no matter the outcome, I know that Ms. Puro could not have done anything else to facilitate a more favorable outcome. I know that she truly put everything possible into her preparation and execution of our case, and therefore I completely and without question would recommend her for your family law issues. She truly knows her stuff! :)
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Amazing with clear vision of how to prevail.

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    Mrs. Puro has handled my custody case and has been amazing to work with and assist me with my case. Mrs. Puro gained my full respect as I watched her dominate the other team of attorneys. Yes I said the team as opposing counsel had multiple attorneys and staff. Mrs. Puro knew the facts of the case as well as the rules governing family law better than anyone involved in the case. Mrs. Puro is honest intelligent and always available. These qualities are very very rare these days and I was very impressed as we prevailed in my case.
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    Attorney endorsements

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    Geoffrey Morris, Appeals Attorney on Mar 1, 2021
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lori Wurtzel, Family Attorney on Feb 21, 2019
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Ms. Puro is a knowledgeable, professional, and caring family attorney who has a strong understanding of the legal issues specific to various family law issues. I endorse this lawyer.

    Adam Sudbury, Family Attorney on Feb 21, 2019
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Ashley is a very knowledgeable attorney with keen analytical abilities, as demonstrated by her excellent responses to inquiries on Avvo's Q&A forum. I would enthusiastically refer any potential client in or around Panama City and neighboring communities to Ashley for assistance with any family law matter.

    Betty Thomas, Family Attorney on Feb 21, 2019
    Relationship: Other

    Attorney Ashley Puro has provided knowledgeable answers to many family law questions. Her responses are thoughtful and insightful. I endorse this lawyer.

    Bruce Minnick, Family Attorney on Feb 18, 2019
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    The Florida legal community has benefitted greatly by the addition of Ashley C. Puro, Esq. to its ranks. I have not seen such a strong commitment to the premise that by educating many laypeople will--over time--greatly elevate the public's understanding of--and trust in--the rule of law in America. I heartily endorse this lawyer.

    Tracey Carlisle, Family Attorney on Feb 13, 2019
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Puro provides insightful advice in answering questions requesting legal direction. I find her answers to be extremely helpful and knowledgeable. If you need a family law attorney in the Destin area, you should consult with her.

    Loren Gold, Uncontested divorce Attorney on Feb 12, 2019
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Attorney Puro provides legal service that demonstrates both talent and compassion on her part. She is a credit to her field.

    Michael Haber, Family Attorney on Feb 12, 2019
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I do not personally know nor have I ever met Ms. Puro. but over the past several months I have had occasion to read, and to agree with, many of her answers on AVVO. Although I only answer criminal law questions, and while her practice is focused on family law matters, in the realm of Domestic Violence there is a natural dovetail between criminal and family law and it is obvious to me that Ms. Puro has a command over this area of the law. Given her practice breakdown, and knowing that she is both precise and meticulous in her analysis, I am happy to recommend and otherwise endorse Ashley C. Puro for any of your Destin area family law, domestic violence and perhaps even general criminal defense needs. A+!

    David Carroll, Family Attorney on Feb 5, 2019
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Andrew Wood, Family Attorney on Feb 4, 2019
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Sergio Cabanas

    I endorse this lawyer. Ashley is a very knowledgeable and professional attorney.

    Rachel Schromen, Family Attorney on Jan 13, 2016
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this attorney. I have worked with Ashley on multiple projects and she is a dedicated attorney that will put in the extra effort for her clients. She is a down to earth attorney who is both easy to relate to, and easy to work with.

    David Holt, Family Attorney on Jan 11, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Highly respected attorney and a true advocate for her clients. I recommend her without hesitation.

    Stephanie Greaves, Family Attorney on Jan 10, 2016
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. Ashley is a very talented, professional attorney. I enjoy working on cases with Ashley as she is extremely ethical and works to reach a fair resolution. Ashley's top priority is her clients and it shows. Very knowledgable attorney who is always a pleasure to work with. I endorse Ashley without any reservations.

    Winter Spires, Family Attorney on Jun 26, 2015
    Relationship: Supervised lawyer

    I endorse this lawyer.I endorse this lawyer. Ashley is an aggressive attorney who is very thorough and fights for her clients and their interests.

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