Karen Lee Middlekauff

Karen Lee Middlekauff

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

Mediation Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Mediation, Family, Divorce & Separation

1420 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, FL

About Karen

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 25%

Divorce, Alimony, Child Support, Child Custody, Parenting Plans, Distribution of Assets and Actions Seeking Attorney Fees

25%
Family 25%

Divorce, Alimony, Child Support, Child Custody, Parenting Plans, Distribution of Assets and Actions Seeking Attorney Fees

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 13 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2012

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Losey PLLC

1420 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, FL, 32804

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Karen Lee Middlekauff's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Posted by Wayne | November 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce with property and a child

I am always very skeptical about hiring attorneys for anything. The vast majority seem to just want to run a bill up and are an unorganized mess when it’s go time. After calling around, I came to the realization quickly that Mrs Middlekauff was the attorney I felt most comfortable with. To say that ...choice was a great choice is an understatement! Mrs Middlekauff was very attentive during my case and spoke the truth, not just what I wanted to hear and then backpedal when the time came. I followed her advice EVEN when I wasn’t fond of it. She is the professional, not me. She was aggressive when she needed to be but always presented herself extremely tactfully. She is a woman of standards and morals. She made itemized invoices monthly and was very careful to stay within our budget. I never once had to wonder what was going on with my case and what was next. I never had to fight to speak to my attorney. If you’re looking for someone you can absolutely trust placing your entire life in their hands, You’ve found the correct person here. I hope to never have to hire a family attorney for anything else again but I know where to go if I do. Thank you Mrs Middlekauff for everything you have done for me.

Posted by Cheryl | February 7, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Alimony

Karen Middlekauff was referred to me by another prominent attorney in Orlando with regards to my alimony situation, and he was right. She is an excellent attorney. From my first meeting with Karen I felt at ease and confident as we discussed my options, and rights. Throughout the process Karen was w...ell prepared, attentive, and genuinely protective over the outcome that worked best for me. Knowing my financial situation as a single parent she was also mindful of keeping costs at a minimal by guiding me to a settlement that was acceptable to me. I enjoyed working with Karen and her staff, and highly recommend her to help you with your case.

Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

THE best divorce attorney. Highly recommended

I hired Karen after my husband told me he didn't want to be married anymore after 32 years of marriage. Karen's empathy and professionalism was amazing! From our very first meeting/consultation she offered all of the options available to me and as we progressed through the divorce process, I felt s...o confident in having her by my side. She was always so prompt in responses by email and/or phone at any time of day/night. I am so very thankful to her and would highly recommend her to others any chance that I get.

Posted by Vic | December 5, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best lawyer you can ask for

When I first looked for a lawyer to represent me in my case, I had a set of requirements that I was looking for. I wanted someone who is close to my age (I'm in my thirties) because I believe many professionals in this age range are enthusiastic individuals who strive to build a name / life for thems...elves, having decent experience but has not gotten to a point where they have seen it all and was just going through the motion. And I believe being in similar age group will help the lawyer relate to my case more. I was also looking for someone who's a female so she can give me perspectives that I fail to notice (I'm a dude), and I felt females in general are just more detail oriented. It turns out Karen is precisely everything I could have hoped for. Her communication skills are superb, and by that, I meant her communications were clear, and she's very willing to explain my situation to me, or explain law terms to me; she often update me with my case status, and she gives sound advices based on best of her knowledge. She's also very persistent. I felt like she really was fighting for me and I felt very comfortable with leaving matters to her. Another reason why I felt she was fighting for me, was because she gave me advice on best ways to proceed ensuring I do not spend more than I have to. I'd recommend her to anyone who's looking for a family law lawyer. I mean, if you are looking for someone to fight for you, wont you feel great to have a "Karen" on your side? (sorry for this joke if you're reading this, Karen.) She really is great though. I will for sure hire her again if needed.

Posted by Carlos | December 4, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Mrs.Middlekauff is an Excellent Lawyer.

Mrs.Middlekauff is an excellent lawyer and very professional.Her staff is fantastic and pleasant. She always answer your call and and keep you update with email.I strongly will recommend her and if I need her service will used it again. Thank you very much.

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Karen Lee Middlekauff's Lawyer Endorsements

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Chad Barr

Family lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I thoroughly enjoy working with Karen. She is an amazing advocate for her clients. Karen and I have worked together on several matters and I appreciate the knowledge and experience she brings. Here's to many more years working together."

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Virginia Townes

Family lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Karen is knowledgeable, experienced and caring. She is a fine example of what a family law professional should be."

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David Meek

Family lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mary Losey

Litigation lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"Karen is a talented attorney and a pleasure to work with. I absolutely endorse her!"

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Lynne White

Family lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Adam Losey

Commercial real estate lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"Highly responsive, talented, and affable- I endorse this lawyer."

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Linnea Eberhart

Litigation lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If you’re looking for an attorney, the odds are that you are in a situation where you could use an ally which is exactly what you’ll find in Karen Middlekauff. I have had the pleasure of knowing Karen professionally and personally for some time now and have been impressed by the knowledge, dedication and passion she exhibits when representing her clients. She is an avid advocate, a diligent attorney and moreover a genuinely compassionate person. She takes an interest in who she's working with and what she does that goes above and beyond simply doing a job. I fully endorse and highly recommend Karen should you require such an ally in the legal situation you are facing. I know attorneys across the state have referred clients to Karen as well which is a testament to both the quality of her work and her character."

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Ian Walters

General practice lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am proud to endorse Karen for her legal skills and overall demeanor. Karen has a keen legal mind and is always ready to take on the next challenging set of facts and issues. Aside from her legal proficiency she also possesses a positive energy and is willing to go the extra mile for her clients."

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Jennifer Belbeck

Litigation lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Karen personally and professionally for a number of years. Not only is she easy and enjoyable to talk to, she is bright, well-spoken, and has a commanding grasp on pertinent legal and procedural issues. No one will work harder to ensure the best possible result for a client. I fully endorse this attorney and her work."

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Hilary Flint

Family lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hannah Snyder

Family lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Karen is a highly skilled and energetic attorney. I’ve seen her hard work and dedication to the practice of law first hand. She cares about her clients and treats others with respect and professionalism at all times. I 100% endorse Karen!"

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Richard Alvarez

Family lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Karen is a rising star in marital and family law. Her concern for her clients is sincere and evident from her personal approach in every case!"

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Kelly Candela

Family lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Karen is a very skilled attorney, and always advocates for her client's without compromising her ethical and professional standards."

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Matthew Lundy

Family lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Karen is bright, energetic, and provides excellent client service."

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Kevin Astl

Family lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"It is rare that I endorse an opposing attorney, but for Karen, I am honored to do so. I have now litigated two matters against / with Karen. In both - echoing sentiments I've seen about Karen here, but nonetheless true - Karen was responsive, ethical, tenacious (very much so!), and a zealous - but not OVERzealous - advocate for her clients. Karen shows a sensitivity to the issues that both her clients and opposing parties face in the sometimes corrosive trenches of family law, and demonstrates a passion and effervescence that enervates and invigorates all around her. Including me, a self-proclaimed "old salt". I highly recommend Karen Middlekauff for consideration for your legal needs. I look forward to working with her again in future matters."

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Michael Lundy

Family lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. I have worked with Karen for approximately three years and have watched her develop into the consummate professional. She is bright, responsive, honest and very hard-working. She never backs down from a challenge and she sincerely cares about her clients. Karen ALWAYS gets the job done, and hasn't lost her positive outlook. Karen is a great family attorney and I only see her becoming greater."

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Benjamin Older

Family lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Karen is excellent. I am proud to be able to work on cases with her. She is diligent, thoughtful and tenacious. She knows how to get the job done and clients enjoy working with her. I recommend Karen strongly."

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Matthew Felix

Family lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"Karen exhibits a level of compassion and commitment to her clients that is extraordinary. She always has her client’s best interest at heart and is dedicated to resolving the case expeditiously and equitably. She is an asset to the firm and her clients."

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Jessica Felix

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Karen is an intelligent, compassionate and assertive attorney. She always approaches her cases with balance and dedication; ensuring that her client's interests are zealously protected, both in the courtroom and during settlement negotiations."

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Chad Barr

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Jennifer Belbeck

Litigation lawyer

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Richard Alvarez

Litigation lawyer

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Hannah Snyder

Litigation lawyer

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Hilary Flint

Construction and development lawyer

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Kevin Astl

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Richard DePippo

Family lawyer

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Mark Baseman

Family lawyer

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Michelle Brinner

Family lawyer

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Matthew Felix

Family lawyer

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Jessica Felix

Family lawyer

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Benjamin Older

Family lawyer

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Michael Lundy

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Book Award, University of Florida

2012

Community Impact Award for Outstanding Graduate Student, University Of Florida's Office of LGBT Affairs

2012

Pro Bono Certificate, University of Florida Levin College of Law

2012

Cum Laude, University of Florida, Levin College of Law

2009

Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Beta Kappa of the University of Delaware

2009

Cum Laude, University of Delaware

2009

Nellie Thompson Rudd Award for Outstanding Women's Studies Minor, University of Delaware

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, Losey PLLC

2018 - Present

Associate Editor, The Briefs - A Publication of the Orange County Bar Association

2018 - Present

Member, Collaborative Family Law Group of Central Florida

2017 - 2019

Coach, Edgewater High School Mock Trial Team

2016 - 2018

Attorney, McDonald Toole & Wiggins

2012 - 2016

Attorney, Older and Lundy

2012 - 2012

Certified Legal Intern, Public Defender's Office, Orlando, Fl

2011 - 2011

Law Clerk, Zavos Junker Law Group

2011 - 2011

Certified Legal Intern, Public Defender's Office, Gainesville

2010 - 2010

Law Clerk, Servicemembers' Legal Defense Network

2009 - 2009

Intern - Office of General Counsel, National Geospatial Intelligence Agency

2007 - 2008

Intern - Imagery Analyst, National Geospatial Intelligence Agency

2006 - 2006

Intern - Office of General Counsel, National Geospatial Intelligence Agency

Associations

2018 - Present

Collaborative Family Law Group of Central Florida

Attorney

2017 - Present

DRI

2016 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Central Florida Association for Women Lawyers

Member

2016 - 2016

Tampa Bay Diversity Chamber of Commerce

Board Member

2014 - 2015

LGBT Bar Association of Tampa Bay

Secretary

2012 - 2016

Hillsborough County Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2017

Florida Bar, Family Law Section

Member

2012 - 2016

Hillsborough Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division

Member

2012 - 2016

Hillsborough Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2013

National LGBT Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Post Judgement

Post Judgement

Divorce

Paternity

Child Support Modification

Alimony Modification

Timesharing Modification

Division of Assets

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Education

2012

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

University of Delaware

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Estates, Guardianship & Trust Committee Meeting of Orange County Bar Association Pitfalls and Problems with Prenuptial Agreement Preparation – and How to Help Your Clients Prepare One Pleasantly

Languages

English

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