Aaron B Wentz

Aaron B Wentz

4.8
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 30 years

Family Lawyer at Fort Walton Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Bankruptcy & Debt ... +3 more

814A Shadow Lane, Fort Walton Beach, FL

About Aaron

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Family 30%

31 years

30%
Probate 15%

31 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 30 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1995

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Aaron B. Wentz, P.A.

814A Shadow Lane, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32547-1282

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Aaron B Wentz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

105 Client Reviews

Showing 86 - 90 of 105 reviews

Posted by Teresa | January 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

One for a group

Landlord/tenant laws are very specific as they should be. I hired Mr. Wentz to take on my case, simply because the landlord was taking what did not belong to her or just straight out lied about it. I am personally not staying in the area, however I will be leaving behind several of my military coun...terparts who should not have deal with people like this landlord. She takes from us and it's just not right. Mr. Wentz and his staff walked me through the entire process. I cannot thank him enough for getting the judgement to rule in my favor. I will recommend him to all of my friends even from a distance. Heck even after I leave and need an attorney for something (I hope not) I may drive the five hours just to continue using his services.

Posted by Catherine A Ates | October 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Custody/Adoption

This is what I posted on my Facebook page the day of the adoption: 6 years ago we embarked on a mission to adopt our beautiful granddaughter Chloe. We had some opposition not from her mother, but from a very narrow minded Judge who wanted to play God. Since he was replaced 4 months ago in family cou...rt, we saw Judge Mike Flowers and Chloe's adoption was expedited. Today, with the help of our attorney (who has been by our side this entire time) Aaron Wentz, Judge Jay Gontarek granted the adoption. She is ours and never has to worry about her future. God has blessed us once again! Mr. Wentz has been our family's attorney dealing with the different phases we have been through while our granddaughter has been with us. He was tenacious with the courts until finally a door was opened and he quickly made headway to get our case heard. We would highly recommend him!

Posted by Wes | September 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Family Law Attorney

I recently used Mr. Wentz for my divorce attorney. I was very unsure of the process and confused as to what to do. He made everything very easy to understand and was with me thru the entire process. I would and have recommended him to all my friends and business associates for their legal needs.

Posted by Aric | July 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Made my divorce a breeze.

Mr. Wentz was able to get a settlement done for my divorce instead of us having to go to court and spend more time and money. He was very helpful the entire way and always made sure I understood the situation at hand as well as all of our possible options. 11/10 would work with again.

Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

A good review.

He helped me get majority custody of my boys. One thing I didn't like was at times I felt like he was trying to help my ex husband instead of me. I also liked the fat he was always available to talk even if he wasn't he got back to me on a very timely matter.

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Aaron B Wentz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Martin Lester

Family lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am pleased to endorse Aaron Wentz. I have known Aaron for many years, both personally and professionally. He is knowledgeable, thorough, and treats both clients and others with dignity and respect. I would have no hesitation in seeking his advice."

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Shawn Risen

Family lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tonya Holman

Probate lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tim Flaherty

General practice lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have seen firsthand the extremely high level of professionalism and integrity that Aaron provides for his clients. Without reservation, I have referred clients to Aaron and will continue to do so."

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Thomas Lupella

Family lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Aaron B. Wentz is one of the most professional and well prepared attorneys I have dealt with over the years. He is also a zealous advocate for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Peer Review Rated - Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Client Distinction Award, Marindale-Hubbell

2015

Highest in Ethical Standards and Professional Excellence, The Legal Network - Top Lawyers in Florida

2015

"10 Best" Family Law Attorney in Florida, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Partner, Aaron B. Wentz, PA

Associations

2012 - 2016

Okaloosa Community Development Corporation

Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

Paternity Case

The Court ruled that the child shall reside primarily with the Mother, required the Father to pay support and attorney fees

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Education

1995

University of Dayton School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Wilmington College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Divorce Litigation from Start to Finish

Divorce Seminar

2015

Handling Divorce Cases from Start to Finish

Family Law

2011

Residential Landlord - Tenant Law

Residential Eviction Process

2005

Professor - University of West Florida

Criminal Law

2005

Professor - University of West Florida

Evidence

2005

Professor - University of West Florida

Criminal Procedure

Languages

English

Activity

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