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

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2016 2015
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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 anonymous | August 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Alimony

The Best In Central Florida

I have been divorced since 2004 and was hammered by my ex-wife and, her lawyer and the judge. My final judgement was almost non modifiable. I was cautioned by other attorneys not to take the case to court as it would result in spending money needlessly. Steve Marsee changed my mandatory payments a...nd got an end date to the "Alimony For Life." He was honest, transparent, aggressive and protective. I would recommend him anyone and everyone who has a Florida Family Law concern.

Posted by Jerry | August 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Best Divorce Lawyer

Steve was the consummate professional from start to finish. Other lawyers charged me money for an initial consultation and then offered no hope of any help. Steve offered a free consultation immediately and then proceeded to craft an effective strategy. He charged a fair flat fee and never wavered. H...is entire office was on the ball all the time. And they were able to get me a successful outcome.

Posted by anonymous | December 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Ready to fight for you

My ex was overly controlling and financially and emotionally abusive and had gotten used to successfully using scare tactics and manipulation to win. Steve took over my case from another attorney who was just not up to the challenge of facing my ex or his attorney, who needed to understand that they... couldn’t win by being pushy and demanding. If you have a narcissist for an ex, you know that you are in for a tough battle during a divorce – most judges, mediators, or other attorneys will fall for their act, not to mention that their ever-changing moods and desire to inflict pain prolong the process and add to unnecessary costs. Steve was more than able to see through the torrential hassle that was going to be thrown at us and navigate through it using cool logic and an impressive history of expertise. His ability to articulate and appear level-headed in front of a judge is impressive and you feel assured that you will come out ahead or at least in a fair position. Especially in the face of an ex and opposing counsel who have stolen money and are fighting to keep it and who use even special-needs children as bargaining chips instead of wanting to do what is best, Steve’s ability to reason and argue are needed in the heat of a battle. I will never forget when opposing counsel broke down crying in front of the judge! When you’re looking for a lawyer and are facing a truly terrifying situation, you want to know that your attorney isn’t just seeing the dollar signs. Steve understood that I had been taken advantage of for years and manipulated and scared into giving in and helped to protect the things that were most important to me (my children and their future). The divorce is final, but this fight will never truly be over, and I know that I will always have an incredible resource to turn to.

Posted by Joan | April 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best in Orlando

Steve helped me get my divorce done after another attorney who had the highest ratings on AVVO did not. He jumped in to the fray and got a stalled divorce to move along and settle without going to court. I had so many court hearings for contempt and changing of the actual divorce trial. It was lik...e date roulette with my first attorney. I so wish I had hired him first, would have saved me years of waiting and stress for myself and my daughter.

Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Divorce

I hired Mr. Steve Marsee to represent me in a difficult time in my life. His performance was excellent I won the case and that burden was off of me. It was a great day when it was finished. Now life has a new meaning for me. Thanks again Mr. Marsee and supporting staff.

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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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