Steve W Marsee

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Steve W Marsee

4.9
116 reviews
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Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 26 years

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

4162 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL

About Steve

Biography

Providing competent, effective, responsive & professional representation. Unafraid of any challenge.

Providing competent, effective, responsive & professional representation. Unafraid of any challenge.

When you are faced with a difficult case, you need someone who isn't afraid of any challenge.

Alimony Modification

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 80%

Skilled, Compassionate & Sensitive Guidance in all Divorce Matters including Divorce Rights, Modifications, Contested, & Uncontested.

23 years

80%
Alimony 10%

Alimony Modification

23 years

10%
Family 10%

Over 20 Years of Experience Resolving All Family Matters

23 years

10%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2016 2015
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+ 1
Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 23 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2002

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 26 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2000

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Steve W. Marsee PA

4162 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL, 32804-2232

marseelaw.com/

Steve W Marsee's Reviews

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Posted by Danny | March 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

You want him on your side

My wife and I hired Steve based off a recommendation from a friend and after our consultation with him. One of the best things I can say about Steve is that he doesn't tell you just what you want to hear, but what you NEED to hear. He is extremely responsive to emails at almost any point in the year ...and any time of the day. His responses are quick and to the point, so sometimes you may not feel like everything got answered. Whenever that happened, his paralegals stepped in and helped or were able to answer questions. Also, he doesn't suck your bank account dry like other lawyers. He won't nickel and dime you. Most importantly, Steve will have a great gameplan and can read a judge like a book. I don't know if we would have won our case or kept our sanity if it weren't for Steve and his team. HIGHLY RECOMMEND IF YOU WANT TO WIN!

Posted by Ron | January 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Mr. Marsee's help with my Divorce

Steve Marsee and his team are top notch! They made the entire divorce process so much easier, any questions or concerns that I had were always answered right away. If you're looking for a superb attorney look no further, I highly recommend Mr. Marsee.

Posted by Duane | May 06, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

A savior for me

Steve and his team had me at hello. I was not in a good place when I met him as I was beginning the divorce process. He calmed me down and rationally explained my options and determined what my goals were and what he could do for me. I was impressed and felt like I was in good hands from the start. H...is paralegals were wonderful and corresponded with me frequently and answered all my question not matter how silly or speculative they were. When It came time to for trial, we went in well prepared and Steve, his paralegal and myself were all on the same page. The other attorney never stood a chance.

Posted by Thom | January 08, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Good Representation is not cheap, and cheap representation is not good.

Hire this man. Good help is not cheap, and cheap help is no good. I was staring down the barrel of a 6 figure divorce with a spouse that was keeping my children from me and had filed a Domestic Violence Injunction against me. To say it was ugly would be an understatement. I found Steve online and ...his reviews were positive. So we met. At the start of this I was very needy, not having gone thru this before. Not used to having police show up at my home and my business. Having DCF and the police show up on Valentine's day to investigate my supposedly beating my children. Steve took my call while he was out to dinner with his wife on Valentines day and talked me thru the entire process. Both him and Rebecca in his office were amazing to work with the entire time and held my hand thru the entire process. He handled every aspect of my case from filing the needed notices to handling the domestic violence aspect, to meeting with the DCF investigator, to getting my personal effects back that were seized, thru a mediation process that went better than I could have ever expected to finally standing in court and having the judge sign off on it. A testament to Steve and what he brought was obvious when I was in court that day. The judge didn't have to keep asking him to correct his paperwork, it was right the first time. And the judge made the comment, most men don't leave divorce court smiling. I did. No alimony, shared custody of my children, such minimal child support that you would be shocked to hear an annual amount it was so low. She has no attachments to my business or any of the items I accumulated over the years. I walked out of court in better shape than I went in. All because of Steve and his firm. Sure you can hire a cheaper attorney, I got to see a lot of them in court that day. Their clients didn't leave smiling, they were not happy. I was, and am more than satisfied what he accomplished on my behalf. Don't waste your time, your money or your future on hiring anyone other than Steve

Posted by Leslie | December 21, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Good job

Steve did a great job on my divorce. He looked out for my best interest and was there by my side the whole time. He was easy to talk to and he made me feel confident that everything would work out.

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Steve W Marsee's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Nickolaou

Family lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Marsee is a true professional and a pleasure to work with on cases in efforts to reach positive resolutions. He is an asset to the central Florida family law community."

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Meghan McShane-Davis

Family lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Steve is a great attorney and advocate for his clients. He is very knowledgeable about the law. Steve is a pleasure to work with."

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Thomas Holden

Family lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Darby

Family lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Marsee. He is a top-notch attorney in this community whom I admire."

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Nicholas Congelossi

Unknown lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is a fantastic attorney and a wonderful person. I wholeheartedly recommend his services as an attorney!"

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Thomas Rhodes

Family lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve Marsee is rated preeminent by his clients, as reflected in lawyers.com. Mr. Marsee is aggressive when necessary, yet always respectful in his dealings with other lawyers and the courts. He is conscientious and dedicated in the preparation of his clients' cases, and knowledgeable of the law. Mr. Marsee is dedicated to serving and protecting the best interests of his clients."

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Joe Castrofort

Family lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Marsee is an excellent attorney, I've know him for over 13 years. I have had opportunity to see him in court, and have been impressed with his demeanor and results..."

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Ashley Filimon

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the opportunity to see Steve in a court room and to know Steve in the legal setting outside of court. He is diligent and knowledgable. He strongly advocates for his clients and completes all of the necessary case research to bring his clients the latest benefits of recent legal rulings. Steve is governed by what is right for his clients and is not easily swayed by others but instead fights for the best outcome for his clients."

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Joseph Knape

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is an excellent attorney and advocate for his clients. He spends the extra time needed to research and understand all of the issues that may complicate an emotional situation. I would recommend Steve to anyone seeking a divorce case in Orange or Seminole County."

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Michelle Barry

Family lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have enjoyed working as opposing counsel on a number of dissolution matters with attorney Marsee, who demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty while we work toward resolution on behalf of our respective clients."

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Mark Skipper

Family lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Steve is an excellent lawyer who is a tireless advocate for his client and well versed in the law."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Steve. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jeffrey Sunday

Family lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have enjoyed working with Steve on several cases. He is direct and honest. Steve knows the law and advocates well for his clients"

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Ophelia Bernal-Mora

Family lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Marsee is a strong advocate for his clients and the utmost professional."

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Eric Barker

Family lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve Marsee is dedicated to providing excellent representation to his clients and he is very well respected in the legal community. I would highly recommend him to a friend or family member."

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Vickie Benson

Family lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Steve for over 23 years. We worked together on many cases when he was in law enforcement and I was an Assistant State Attorney in Volusia County. Excellent attorney. He has done an excellent job on all referrals to his firm."

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Francis Remsen

Family lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.I have been opposing counsel with Steve on numerous cases. He is always aggressive in representing his clients and a great litigator in the Court Room. He is always professional to deal with and I recommend him highly."

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Melissa Stockham

Family lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is largely recognized in the legal community as one of the foremost authorities in family law. He has earned that reputation for good reasons. He is very knowledgeable about family law, and always treats all actors in the legal system with respect."

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Maximilian Smith

Family lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Friend

"I've known Steve for almost 10 years - ever since undergrad at UCF. He's an excellent lawyer and a close friend. I endorse this lawyer."

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Earl Maxwell

Family lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I found him to be very professional and competent on a matter where he was opposing attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2019

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Client Champion Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell®

2016

Clients Choice Award, Avvo

2015

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2015

Superb, Avvo

2015

10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Divorce Attorney, Steve W. Marsee, PA

Associations

2000 - Present

George C. Young First Central Florida American Inn of Court

Master

2000 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2000 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Lilly v. Lilly, 113 So.3d 155 (Fla. 5th DCA 2013)

We won on Appeal and My client was reimbursed for all payments that he was wrongfully forced to pay

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Education

2000

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of Central Florida

BA in Legal Studies Minor in Criminal Justice

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Seminars

Alimony Modification

Publications

N/A

Florida Police Chiefs Association Drugs a Process of Death

Languages

English

Activity

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