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Neva Michael Kelaher

4.1
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 42 years

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

800 North Magnolia Ave, Suite 1301, Orlando, FL

About Neva

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 75%

practice all areas of separation, divorce, post dissolution modifications of alimony, child support, child placement; enforcement proceeding related to support; domestic violence litigation and injunction return hearing representation

39 years | 3,000 cases

75%
Family 15%

all other areas of family practice from guardianship of minors, termination of parental rights, adoption, and guardian ad litem work

39 years | 1,000 cases

15%
Domestic Violence 10%

all facets of domestic violence including injunctions and tort actions connected with divorce proceedings such as assault and battery claims coupled in dissolution action

39 years | 250 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 42 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1984

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

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Neva Michael Kelaher

800 North Magnolia Ave, Suite 1301, Orlando, FL, 32803

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Neva Michael Kelaher's Reviews

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4.1 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2015

Show her the money!

Neva was recommended by a colleague. Although very knowledgeable, she fooled me into believing that she genuinely cared about my case. I quickly realized the only thing that she truly cares about is the almighty dollar. Although you are paying a hefty tab for her services, she will not validate a ...parking ticket or even offer a bottle of water in spite of sitting in her office for hours on end. Once she racked up my bill for sixth time and I was struggling to pay her, she and her assistant stopped all work on my case and I couldn't get a return email or phone call. Ironically, it was only when I emailed to fill another retainer that I magically got a response back. I finally lost faith in her at that point and realized that her Initial "I care" attitude was all a fascad and the only thing genuine and real was my bill. Overall, Neva knows the law but once the money runs out, so will she.

Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

She Knows Her Stuff!

I was referred to Ms. Kelaher's office through a family friend to handle my divorce. Ms. Kelaher and her staff were nothing but professional and caring. Divorce can be a very stressful time for a family and Ms. Kelaher and her office always kept me updated on the progress of my case and were always... there to answer any and all questions that I had. Although I wouldn't recommend divorce to anyone, if you have to go through one I highly recommend having Neva Kelaher and her staff by your side. That was one decision I will never regret making! Thank you Neva and Karima!!

Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Experienced Attorney with expertise

Ms. Kelaher is an expert in her field. She represented me during my divorce with excellent results. She is knowledgeable as well as credible. Her experience has matured her into a seasoned professional that has both insight and foresight. I have recommended her to my friends.

Posted by Lynda | January 24, 2015 | Family

Excellent Attorney

Ms. Kelaher has represented me and my family on various issues and I have always found her to be very intelligent, kind, considerate and vastly knowledgeable of the law, especially Family Law. I would recommend her services to anyone who is in need of a good attorney.

Posted by Anthony | January 24, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

First Class!

Ms. Kelaher and her Paralegal Karima Bahrnes are First Class. After a poor experience with another attorney claiming to be a bull dog, I was referred to Ms. Kelaher. From day one Ms. Kelaher and her team made me feel supported. They assisted me with understanding my legal rights and were completely ...knowledgeable and patient. As a result my settlement exceeded all expectations. Thank you Neva and Karima for everything you have done for me. I appreciate both of you and wouldn’t hesitate to refer anyone to you that wants to be represented by a legal team of excellence.

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Richard Allen

Family lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Neva is not only a brilliant lawyer who commands the courtroom but also has the tenacity of a Bull Dog. More importantly she is one of the most ethical and professional lawyers I know."

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Alejandro Lopez

Family lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Glen Wieland

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ms. Kelaher as a fair and aggressive attorney in the area of domestic relations cases. She works to protect the interests of her clients. I have referred many potential clients to her in the past and will continue to do so in the future."

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Kim Cullen

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Neva Kelaher. She is a stalwart in the Central Florida domestic relations legal community. Neva is very experienced and is an aggressive and zealous advocate for her clients. I have referred potential clients to her in the past, and will readily do so again in the future."

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Stephen Charpentier

Family lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Neva is not only a great lawyer but is also a great person. I referred someone to her on a difficult, contested family law matter. Neva was very effective as an advocate and at the same time extremely considerate of the client's fragile emotional state of mind."

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James Kelaher

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Family member

"Neva is my sister and one of the smartest people I have ever known. I have referred many people to her, and almost every single one of them has called me back to thank me for referring them to such an excellent lawyer. Neva represented my wife in her divorce from her first husband, who had hired the supposedly best divorce lawyer in Central Florida, and according to my wife, Neva kicked the other lawyer's rear end in the courtroom. My wife still sings Neva's praises for the job Neva did handling her divorce. I know as her brother I'm biased, but I have only heard tremendous things about Neva's ability in the courtroom. I have referred other lawyers to Neva for the handling of their divorce, and they have all called me back to tell me how great Neva is. I obviously recommend her very highly. When a local judge decided to get a divorce, he told me that he hoped his wife wouldn't call Neva, since Neva "was that good." Neva definitely has the respect of the Central Florida judiciary."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Languages

English

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