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About Paul
Biography
I am licensed to practice law in both the Florida state courts, and in the federal courts of the Middle District of Florida, though the focus of my practice is mainly in the state courts relating to civil/domestic disputes and criminal matters. I am a Past President of the Lake County Bar Association, and I am also an active member of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar Association and the Lake County Teen Court. Additionally, I have previously served on the Board of Directors of the Lake County Bar Association, and have also served as the Chairman of the Lake County Chapter of the UCF Alumni Association.
I earned my Juris Doctor at the University of Florida, College of Law. While at UF Law, I earned a Pro Bono Certificate for assisting members of the community in need of legal services. Prior to attending UF, I earned my undergraduate education at the University of Central Florida in Orlando, where I was awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree in Russian History, summa cum laude, with a minor in German Language, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science-Prelaw, summa cum laude, with a minor in European Studies.
I will always put a client’s interests before anything else and I will go above and beyond to ensure that my clients receive the best possible legal advice and obtain positive results. I make a point to treat my clients the same way that I would treat a member of my own family.
My office is in Tavares, Lake County, Florida. I am originally from the town of Grant-Valkaria, Florida in southern Brevard County, and I presently live in Clermont, Florida with my children, Gavin and Brynn.
Practice Areas
12
Practice Areas
Child Custody
30%
17 years
Divorce and Separation
30%
17 years
Family
30%
17 years
Domestic Violence
2%
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 16 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2009
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023
Location
Holden & Darby, P.A.
(352) 742-2807
Fax
221 North Joanna Avenue, Tavares, FL, 32778-3217
holdendarby.com/Online Presence
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Paul Wesley Darby's Reviews
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Posted by Kristopher | April 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney
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Outstanding to say the LEAST...
Paul W. Darby is one of the best attorneys I have ever had work for me. He was very professional and helped me through the long and daunting process of my divorce. He always took time to answer any and all of my plethora of questions. He was also very timely with the process. I would definitely reco...
Posted by Russell | June 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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Best lawyer in town
Paul Darby has worked miracles for me. As everyone knows in the state of Florida it's a Mother's state and Paul was able to get me custody of my kids back after the mother filed an illegal motion with the court. Paul and his crew found out she had committed perjury and was all over it. If Ever I have...
Posted by anonymous | June 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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BEST ATTORNEY AROUND!
Paul is one of the most knowledgeable and persistent attorneys I have ever come across. He was able to quickly help me find a resolution to my family law case and made provide me with a positive outcome that suited what was in the best interest of my child! His rates were affordable and I definitely ...
Posted by Tara | March 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Loyal Client of a Trustworthy Attorney
Paul Darby is extremely knowledgeable, professional, experienced, and realistic. He has been my attorney for my Family Law case. After appearing in front of my judge with him, I have put 100% of my trust in him to represent me beyond my expectations. He remembers everything, and respects everyone's t...
Posted by Stephen | March 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great lawyer
I Hired Mr. Darby on a child custody case. I was worried about my child's safety because of the environment she was in. Paul made me feel at ease. He collects the fact and gets the job done.
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"Paul Darby is a great litigator but he's also friendly and reasonable to work with. He is humble, honest and will go the distance to do a friend a favor. At a fairly young age, he represents the civility, integrity and compassion that the Florida Bar would do well to instill in all of its members. He's a great addition to the Central Florida Bar and I hope to work with him more often."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.
Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2023
updated on 01/17/2024This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Honors
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
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2021
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2020
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2019
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2018
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2017
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2016
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2015
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2014
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2013
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2012
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Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner, Holden & Darby, P.A.
2009 - 2012
Associate, Law Office of A.J. Rohe, III, P.A.
2008 - 2008
Legal Extern, Seminole County Attorney's Office
2008 - 2009
Legal Intern, Law Office of A.J. Rohe, III, P.A.
2007 - 2007
Legal Intern, Harris Corporation
Associations
2015 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationDirector
2015 - Present
UCF Alumni Association, Lake County ChapterPast Chairman
2014 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationPast President
2011 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaAdmitted to Practice
2009 - Present
Lake County Teen CourtJudge
2009 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2009 - Present
Florida BarMember
2013 - 2014
Lake County Bar AssociationPresident
2013 - 2015
UCF Alumni Association, Lake County ChapterChairman
2012 - 2013
Lake County Bar AssociationDirector
Education
2009
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
University of Central Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2006
University of Central Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
German
Activity
Legal Answers