Timothy Wayne Terry

Timothy Wayne Terry

4.3
Rating: 5.7

Licensed for 44 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody

501 North Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 44 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1981

Member in Good Standing - Disciplinary Proceeding Pending

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

Timothy Terry

501 North Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801

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Timothy Wayne Terry's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

Posted by Elena | December 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce

Terry Timothy's secretary, Ivy, warmly welcomes me on January 6, 2024, and exudes a compassionate demeanor when signing me in. However, as time progresses, I discover a shift in attitude, prompting me to reach out to the secretary to determine the whereabouts of my attorney. Despite my initial willin...gness to assist, the secretary eventually advised me to seek another lawyer and recommended a colleague with similar responsibilities. Terry Timothy, my designated attorney, appears unresponsive and provides little information about the course of action or updates on my case. Terry Timothy, with his secretary, tried to give me a document to review and sign, which would benefit not me but my spouse. He makes an appointment in his office, doing nothingness, then charges me money. Attempts to reach him prove challenging, fostering a sense of frustration. The overall experience leaves me with the unsettling feeling that the secretary and lawyer may be involved in questionable practices.

Posted by anonymous | November 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Do not use him, very i effective and Irresponsible

I hired Tim for a Civil Injunction case against me where I had given him enough Evidence which he did not submit before the case and also he did not prepare with me before the case with me and had asked me if the witnesses can come the very night before the case. Poor communication skills as well. He...’s had multiple complaints as of July that I see as well. I used him because he was recommended to me by word of mouth only to realize later he’s had a few reprimands and he’s also been reported to the Bar Association as well, which I will be filing a formal complaint as well. After the review of another lawyer that I had to check audio in my case he didn’t object when he should’ve and I really his performance was lass than Average. Very Poor Performance and I wouldn't recommend him to my worse enemy. I’m not just upset because the outcome wasn’t favorable, but he had plants my evidence to use to his advantage which he failed to do and also he didn’t submit the evidence he had when he was supposed to and he didn’t cross exe well to challenge or object when he should have leading to my case even being in Appealable. I do not recommend him to anyone at all.

Posted by Katey | November 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Horrible attorney

I hired Tim to represent me in a paternity case. He took the flat fee and barely did any work. He never called me to give me updates on the case, I constantly had to call him to get anything done. He never answers his phone or returns your calls or emails. He puts no effort into your case. He did not... file the necessary legal documents he should have on my behalf. We had an emergency hearing and he didn’t even represent me. He made me do all the talking and never cross examined the other party..he just sat there. I found 8 disciplinary reports against him with the Florida bar and I’m sure there are more. (google it and see for yourself) it’s a shame he’s still practicing law and doing the same stuff to innocent people just trying to get help with their legal matters. DO NOT HIRE HIM!! It will be a waste of your time and money.

Posted by You know | July 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Look at his FL BAR complaints!!!

He will give you a lump sum to pay and when you do he’s gone! He’ll tell you how beautiful you are and a super model. He caused me to loose my case! Told me not to show up to court and did not turn in documents. He agreed to pay the fees but are always late!!

Posted by Cinna | November 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Frustratingly slow

I'm delighted to announce my divorce is finalized! Unfortunately, Tim, my initial lawyer, hindered progress. Despite his involvement, my divorce dissolution case stagnated for months with no updates. I urged Tim to contact me via phone, email or text to expedite the process and demonstrate tangible p...rogress. His inaction was frustratingly slow. Consequently, I terminated his services and hired a new lawyer, who efficiently finalized my divorce within a year.

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Timothy Wayne Terry's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Timothy
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David Veliz

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Tim has always been professional and knowledge in my dealings with him. I endorse this lawyer."

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Lorena Cardama

Family lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Tim in the past and we were able to resolve all the issue, it takes a great attorney to solve matters that do not need to be litigated. I endorse this attorney."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Perry

Family lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tim is a terrific lawyer. He is level-headed and skilled in interacting with judges and lawyers."

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Debra Johnson

Divorce and separation lawyer

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David Veliz

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  5.7 (Average)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Public Reprimand issued in FL, 2024

updated on 05/28/2024

Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Public Reprimand issued in FL, 2021

updated on 06/30/2022

Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Public Reprimand issued in FL, 2014

updated on 02/13/2015

Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Timothy’s comment:

“This was a tax issue that occurred during the recession which has been 100% corrected. No clients were affected.”

Honors

2022

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Top Lawyers, Marquis Who's Who in American Law

2022

10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2022

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Top Lawyer/Worldwide Member, Worldwide Registry of Executives, Professionals & Entrepreneurs

2015

Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2014

Top Lawyer/Worldwide Member, Worldwide Registry of Executives, Professionals & Entrepreneurs

2014

Top Lawyers in Orlando, Orlando Home & Leisure Magazine

2014

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top Lawyers in Orlando, Orlando Home & Leisure Magazine

2012

Top Lawyers in Orlando, Orlando Home & Leisure Magazine

2012

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Attorney, Timothy W. Terry, Attorney at Law

1984 - 1993

Assistant State Attoney, Ninth Judicial Circuit State Attorney's Office

1978 - 1980

Law Clerk to Judge Warren Jones, U.S. Fifth Circuit Court Of Appeals

1977 - 1978

Law Clerk to Judge Charles Scott, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida

Associations

2015 - Present

Professionalism Committee

Member

1981 - Present

Florida Bar Association

Member

Orange County Bar Association

Member

Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers

Member

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1996 - 1996

Florida Bar, Grievance Committee

Chair

Education

1976

The Florida State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1973

Duke University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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