Abigail Marie Johnston

Abigail Marie Johnston

3.7
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 23 years

Family Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Family

4798 New Broad St., Suite 220, Orlando, FL

About Abigail

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

18 years | 50 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-325 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 23 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2002

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

The Johnston Law Firm

4798 New Broad St., Suite 220, Orlando, FL, 32814-6405

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Abigail Marie Johnston's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.7 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Horrible and NOT Helpful

Abigail charges outrageous fees and did not make my case a priority whatsoever. She let my ex-husband's attorney completely bulldoze us in mediation after almost a year of time, effort and (of course) a TON of money spent on developing an agreement beforehand. I finally agreed to our (completely one-...sided) final judgment because I was so fed up with her lack of representation and I just needed to be put out of my misery (and stop her from bleeding me dry). Every time I asked her a question, I got vague responses basically saying "I did my job, you figure it out". She obviously just wanted to cover her own butt and bleed me dry (not to mention - I'm a single mother without nearly enough income to support her fees - I had to borrow money thinking it would be worth it in the end). She rolled over on everything, wouldn't stand up for me, and charged extraordinary rates for sloppy work. I now have to pay another attorney to undo the mess she got me into. I paid her an absurd amount of money for a GIANT HEADACHE. I found out that she went out of practice immediately after finishing my case, but if she ever starts again - DO NOT HIRE HER!!! She will not represent you, only cares about taking your money, and will not be helpful in the slightest. I would have been better off representing myself. I cannot emphasize enough what a terrible attorney and (lack of) service she provided me. It's infuriating to think about the time (and extraordinary amounts of money) I wasted on her "representation". I was naive to trust her and I would not recommend her to anyone.

Posted by Kathleen | August 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Kathleen Rossin PLAINTIFF 2010 ( 30 years marriage)

She is the very best and MOST ETHICAL FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY I HAVE EVER MET AND WILL EVER MEET ! She came to help me in horrible 11th hour after 3 other attorneys that I hired were colluding against me in favor of my x husband s powerful CPA firm. Yes it was very sad BUT THIS HAPPENS IN THE GOOD OL...E BOY NETWORK ESPECIALLY ( IMHO) the SOUTH ! I pray the very best for you Abigail Johnston .. and that your firm wil remain STRONGER THAN EVER . We need attorneys like you . Do not ever change ! I know you will not . Amen..

Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2015

ABIGAIL JOHNSTON RESCUED ME DURING THE WORST PERIOD OF MY LIFE

MS.JOHNSTON FAMILY LAW FIRM IS THE BEST AN INDIVIDUAL COULD EVER FIND TO TRULY BE CARED FOR AND RESCUED FROM AN ALREADY 'MOST DIFFICULT' CIRCUMSTANCE IN A LONG TERM MARRIED PERSONS LIFE. HER ASSISTANTS WERE THE SAME. ABIGAIL JOHNSTON IS LIKE 'FINDING A NEEDLE IN A HAYSTACK'.I TRULY WAS BLESSED AFTER ...SUFFERRING WITH 3 OTHER DIVORCE ATTORNEYS WHO WERE 'WICKED' IF YOU MUST BE DIVORCED , SIGN A CONTRACT ONLY WITH ABIGAIL JOHNSTON. TRULY A BLESSING FROM HEAVEN. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DID FOR ME.YOU GAVE ME MY LIFE BACK. AND ALSO MY FAITH IN DEALING WITH THIS DIFFICULT SITUATION . YOU ARE THE BEST ! cr

Posted by anonymous | October 21, 2014

True professional

I found Abigail to be responsive, thorough, and always prepared. She was courteous, professional, and would recommend her to others. I feel fortunate that my case was in her hands.

Posted by anonymous | February 5, 2014

Professional, knowledgeable and caring Attorney

I have the honor of working with Attorney Johnston for the past 2 years and I have to say it was a blessing that I found her and her team. What I like the most is her attention to detail and that she is always available to answer questions or concerns and is very honest from the beggining. She ha...s an amazing staff as well that completes this Law Firm nicely. I don't see myself working with anyone else in the future. Highly recommended!

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Abigail Marie Johnston's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sara Canepa-Zenuni

Family lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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S. Cooper

Family lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Cheri Hobbs

Family lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have recommended Attorney Johnston to numerous family law clients or potential clients for representation in matrimonial law as well as Guardian Ad Litem work. She is thorough in her research and advocacy. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Archer

Family lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jessica Lowe

Family lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Abigail to be a very caring, professional and knowledgeable attorney. I would trust her to take care of family law matters for myself and my loved ones. Abigail is not only truly skilled at what she does, she has genuine concern for the individuals she is representing."

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Gladys Smith-Mangan

Family lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this attorney. I have had her serve as a guardian ad litem on one of my cases, as well as conferred with her on legal questions. She has always been knowledgeable and professional, as well as kind and ethical in her dealings with all parties and counsel."

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Kim Cullen

Family lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. In every contact that I have had with Abigail she has demonstrated that she is a consummate professional, and a tireless advocate for her clients. Abigail has proven time and again that she will go the extra mile for her clients."

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Alumni Service Award, Regent University

2010

Orlando Woman's Newpaper, Woman to Watch

2010

Nominee, Woman of Distinction Award, Girl Scouts of Citrus Council

2009

Award of Excellence, Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association

2005

New Attorney Award of Excellance, Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association

2004

Rising Star Award, Burnett Honors College at UCF

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Parent Coordinator and Mediator, Conflict Solutions Group

2010 - Present

Principal, The Johnston Law Firm

2006 - 2010

Counsel, The Marks Law Firm

2004 - 2006

Managing Associate, Pendas Law Firm

2002 - 2004

Associate, Rogers, Coleman, and Pendas

Associations

2013 - Present

Florida Bar Children's Issues Committee

2010 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Mentor

2010 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Solo Practitioner/Small Firm Section

2009 - Present

Central Florida Collaborative Group

2006 - Present

Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section

2005 - Present

Florida Bar, Family Law Section

2004 - Present

Central Florida Association of Women Lawyers

Mentor

2002 - Present

Central Florida Association of Women Lawyers

2002 - Present

Florida Association of Women Lawyers

2002 - Present

United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

2000 - Present

Christian Legal Society

1999 - Present

Christian Legal Society

2008 - 2014

Central Florida Family Law American Inn of Court

Member

2007 - 2010

Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Executive Committee

Executive Committee

2005 - 2007

Florida Bar, Military Affairs Committee

2002 - 2014

Orange County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Education

2010

University of Central Florida

Master of Arts

2002

Regent University School of Law

Juris Doctor

1999

University of Central Florida

BA

Speaking Engagements

2014

Pre-Law Fraternity Meeting at University of Central Florida

Preparation for Law School and the practice of Law

2010

Theological Seminary

Legal issues facing therapists and HIPAA compliance

2010

One Church One Child

Adoption opportunities from foster care

Publications

2010

Orlando Woman Newspaper Reaching out to the Community

2010

Orlando Woman Newspaper Divorces can be Collaborative rather than Chaotic

Languages

English

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