Michael Phillip DeVoe

Michael Phillip DeVoe

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Family, Domestic Violence

1060 Woodcock Rd., Orlando, FL

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Get help you with all the issues you will commonly face in divorce, such as property division, alimony, parental responsibility, time sharing, and child support. Free Initial Consultation

50%
Child Support 20%

Establish or modify child support. Get child support defense to help ensure you don’t overpay support. Free Initial Consultation

20%
Family 20%

Call DeVoe Law Firm for efficient, cost-effective assistance with all your family law matters.

20%
Domestic Violence 10%

Save time and avoid frustration! Get fast answers, minimize delay, and be confident that your case is being handled by a skilled professional. Free Initial Consultation

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 27 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1998

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Devoe Law Firm

1060 Woodcock Rd., Orlando, FL, 32803

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Michael Phillip DeVoe's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

46 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by Karisma Cosme | March 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Dependency case; He is a walking miracle!

Last year my family and I went through a very challenging Dependency Case. My emotions were all over the place and I had more questions than answers. I found myself having to retain an attorney. Having no previous need for an attorney, I had no idea what I was getting into. Michael DeVoe was a God se...nd! Michael DeVoe put me at ease with his knowledge and confidence. He made himself available for me whenever I had questions or concerns. He made me feel like we were a part of a team, and he was very attentive during this arduous process. I never felt alone or misguided. I cannot express how grateful I am to Michael DeVoe for his professionalism and dedication to my case. Needless to say we won, and my family and I can now rest easy. Thank you for everything!

Posted by Sarah | March 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Custody/Child support

I hired Michael DeVoe immediately after our free consultation. At that time, I had talked to 2 other lawyers. He was the only one who gave actual advice and had a plan. The other 2 seemed too busy to listen to my concerns. This was my first actual lawyer experience and honestly was the best decision ...I made. He was super helpful and always avaliable when i had a question about the case or was concerned about the possible outcome. Every question I asked, he answered truthfully and then helped me decide which route was best for me to take. I can't thank him enough for all the time he spent with me. The outcome ended in my favor and I couldn't be happier. He was definitely the right choice in my decision to hire a lawyer. I'd recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Christian | November 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The Perfect Professional Legal Professional Through and Through!!

At first, I was unsure if I actually wanted to hire a lawyer for my divorce case or not. I was under the impression that I my ex-wife (who I was still married to at the time) and I would be able to work all the particulars out amicably for the sake the son we share. BIG MISTAKE!! That's when the "...limbo" started. However, once I consulted with Michael (or "Mike" as I call him now), if nothing else, I knew right away I had found someone who wouldn't mine being direct, open, and honest with me. It was evident that every single thing he said, and every bit of advice he gave was purely from a place of honest professionalism, NOT from a perspective of how much he could move from my pocket to his... and that was a BIG DEAL to me (as it may be to you as well). His legal services were honestly from a place of "how can I give my client the best, most honest representation truthful advice, based on what I've encountered professionally?" Mike made all the difference in the world for my case. He stayed attentive, aggressive, communicative, and engaged the entire time... even to the point of staying longer in the mediation process to lock all parties in. I highly recommend you hiring Michael DeVoe for your family law needs. He has represented me well, and I am fully confident that he will do the same for you. You will not be disappointed.

Posted by Sherrie | February 23, 2015 | Family

You were God Sent

I hired Michael DeVoe to represent a TPR case for my son in the latter part of 2013 and feel that I need to share my experience with his services. Especially for others to review. It was the MOST devastating event in my life thus far and a nightmare for my son. Michael DeVoe is not like most lawyer...s “take your money, dodge your phone calls, push your case off on a Paralegal assistant” NO Michael has no paralegal to lighten his load. He does all his research and all his work on his own. But Michael helped us through it. He communicated with us on an ongoing basis, if I had a question I would send a text to his office number or call his office and if he was there he would take my call right away or within an hour, if he was not in the office, he would return my call. There were so many Saturdays and Sundays he worked on our case non-stop, He was in it to WIN it. How do I know this? He called me or my son inquiring on how my son’s services were going, if he was on track with what he had to do for his case, asking us the questions he needed in detail to help in our case. One Saturday he was researching Case trial, as I remember when he called me. He communicated and kept us updated consistently, via email, phone in person, etc. Michael always had compassion for me as a Mother, he helped us in so many ways I can’t begin to list them, but I will say, He went WAY above and beyond what any other lawyer would have ever done for us. He knew the financial strain I was under, but continued services for us, really not knowing if he was going to be paid in full or not. He gave us advice and the encouragement we needed, just to pull us through another day in court on quite a few occasions. He has no Idea how his services helped both of us to hang on. I thank the Lord for putting him in our lives. He is such a hardworking, Loyal and trustworthy Lawyer. You don’t find Lawyers like Michael out there, we were blessed to have him. He Love’s what he does, he’s good at it and it shows. I’m glad he wasn’t on the opposite side of our team! However, my sons case was very difficult, there were a lot of things stacked against him, but Michael never flinched he took it on full force. My son did not win his case, but it wasn’t because his Lawyer didn’t do a Fantastic Job. He gave the prosecution a big run for their Money. Due to the situation, without going into explicit detail, as a Mother I already knew the outcome before I started. But I had hope, unfortunately the outcome was not in our favor, but I can honestly say, we had an Excellent Lawyer that pulled no stops and gave it everything. I’m glad it’s behind us. Now it’s time for healing and only God can help with that. I’m So happy we had Michael in our corner. Thank you a thousand times a thousand times Michael and if I ever need a Lawyer again you will be the first I call. Thank you Sherrie

Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Traffic Citation

I had the bad luck of being involved in a bizarre minor traffic incident while on vacation in Orlando. I decided to fight the citation. It was important to me to have an attorney personally recommended. I was referred to Atty. Devoe by another atty. From the onset he was great. He advised the best ...way to proceed, explained my options , clarified my concerns and when I opted for a trial rather than then a written appeal he prepared me for the trial and for testifying. This was no small task given my anxiety and how complicated I perceived the case to be. Atty. Devoe responded quickly to my calls and questions. He was accessible, knowledgeable, understanding and concise. His fees were reasonable and his advice most likely saved me several thousands dollars as I assumed at the onset I would need to hire an investigator. Atty.Devoe represented me at trial, I was well prepared and ultimately the citation was dismissed. As an out of state resident it was incredibly stressful situation. Atty. Devoe took the time needed whenever I called to answer my questions and explain his recommendations. His manner was pleasant, honest and direct. I would recommended him to others in need of a good atty.

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Ronnald Mejia

Family lawyer | Mar 03

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"Michael is that rare lawyer who takes a client-centered approach to his profession. His concern for his clients' well-being is balanced with a comprehensive knowledge of his field, and that is a formidable combination. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Natalie Hall

Family lawyer | Jun 10

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"Excellent Lawyer. Caring and Diligent. Great to work with."

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Lori Caldwell-Carr

Child custody lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael and I worked as co-counsel on a dependency matter. Michael knew the law and the procedure which was necessary to get the children appropriately sheltered with the mother."

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David Veliz

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Michael for many years. I know him to be very knowledgeable in the law and always prepared in representing his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Shon Douctre

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 26

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"I have known Mr. Michael Devoe for many years. I find him to be very competent with his cases. Michael is very hard working and cares about his clients."

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Geoffrey Hoatson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 14

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"Mike is a great attorney and I endorse him."

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Michael Maurer

Unknown lawyer | Nov 09

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"I worked with Mr. Devoe at the State Attorney's Office. He is a very intelligent and capable attorney, especially in the courtroom. Highly recommended."

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Jessica Travis

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 25

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Family lawyer | Oct 24

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Eric Trabin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 15

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lianna Hartwell

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

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"I endorse this lawyer. He is extraordinarily thorough and effective."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2017

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2016

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2014

Pro Bono Pin, Supreme Court of Florida

2013

Pro Bono Pin, Supreme Court of Florida

2012

Pro Bono Pin, Supreme Court of Florida

2011

Pro Bono Pin, Supreme Court of Florida

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Attorney, DeVoe Law Firm

2005 - 2007

Trial Attorney, State Attorney's Office

2000 - 2005

Corporate Counsel, NorthWestern Corporation and Blue Dot Services

1998 - 2000

Associate, Broad & Cassell

1997 - 1997

Clerk, The Honorable Charles T. Wells

Associations

2014 - Present

Family Law Inns of Court

Member

2013 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Executive Committee Member

2010 - Present

Florida Bar, Family Law Section

Member

2010 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2009 - Present

Teen Court

Volunteer Attorney

2007 - Present

Florida Bar, Criminal Law Section

Member

2006 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2017

TG Downtown Condominium Association

Secretary

Education

1998

Florida State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Florida State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

English

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