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Devika Lynn Carr

also known as D CARR LAW, Florida Special Education Rights Law Firm
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  • Coral Springs, FL
  • Licensed for 5 years
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About Devika

Inspire visionary supporters and elevate gifted individuals.

Practice areas

Domestic violenceEducation
  1. Education: 90%

    Unlocking parents' power to hold educators accountable for providing the special education needed to brighten children's futures.

    2 years

  2. Domestic violence: 10%

    Fighting against unsupported claims and false accusations of domestic violence and other criminal related charges.

    5 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

4613 N University Drive #280
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D CARR LAW

4613 N University Drive #280
Coral Springs, FL, 33067

D CARR LAW

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
FLMember in Good Standing201409/12/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers41
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top Attorneys in Fort Lauderdale/Palm Beach 2018 - Rising StarAttorney at Law Magazine2018
Top Lawyers 2018-Miami-DadeAttorney at Law Magazine2018
Top 40 Under 40National Black Lawyers2017
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Owner & AttorneyD. CARR LAW2016 - Present
Assistant Public DefenderBroward County Public Defender's Office2014 - 2016
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Coral Springs Chamber of CommerceMember2018 - Present
Be Strong InternationalBoard Member2018 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember2018 - 2018
Caribbean Bar AssociationMember2018 - 2018
African Network of Southwest FloridaMember2018 - 2018
Gwen S. Cherry Black Women Lawyers AssociationMember2018 - 2018
Broward County Hispanic Bar AssociationCorresponding Secretary2018 - 2019
Broward County Bar AssociationMember2016 - 2019
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
D. CARR LAW: The Better Way to DefendOne Step Forward is Certainly Progress2018
D. CARR LAW: The Better Way to DefendThe Anniversary Issue2018
Attorney at Law MagazineProtecting the Future2018
D. CARR LAW: The Better Way to DefendEvery Move You Make Matters2018
D. CARR LAW: The Better Way to DefendCreate Opportunities Where None Exist2018
Exposure MagazineThe De-Escalation Misfire: Police Resistance to Change Increases Civilian Resistance to Trust2017
Exposure MagazineLegal Literacy: What It Is & Why It Matters2017
D. CARR LAW's The Better Way to Defend: A NewsletterOur Kick-Off Issue2017
D. CARR LAW's The Better Way to Defend: A NewsletterA Year of Gratitude2017
Exposure MagazineBut How?2017
Exposure MagazineA New Kind of Innocence Project2017
Exposure MagazineCriminal Justice and Decision Making: Your View of People Accused of Committing Crimes2017
Exposure MagazineWhat's the Problem: Current Trends First2017
Volume IThe Legal Literacy Cookbook Series: Recipes for Increasing Knowledge and Improving Understanding2017
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law CenterDoctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor2014
Nova Southeastern UniversityMS - Master of Science2011
Ohio State UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science2006
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
TEDxNSU: The Little ThingsSeeking Inspiration, Not Happiness2018
Protect Florida DemocracyCRC Updates2018
Protect Florida DemocracyFlorida Constitution Revision Committee and Florida Democracy2018
Ethical Governance DayThe Importance of Civic Engagement2018
College & Career Summit 2018How to Successfully Transition Beyond High School2018
Career FairProcess Over Outcome2018
American Civil Liberties Union of Florida (Broward County chapter) Annual MeetingConstitution Revision Commission: Protect Florida Democracy2018
2017 North Miami Beach Youth SymposiumBe Proud of Who You Are2018
Propel Your FutureDream Achievers2017
Paralegal Association - Boca Raton Chapter SeminarEthics & Professionalism2017
Masters in Social Work Class PresentationVeterans and the Legal Community2017
2017 North Miami Beach Youth Symposium: Stand for Nothing, Fall for Everything! How to Deal with Hatred, Bigotry, and Violence.Change Your Mindset: Master the Art of Overcoming2017
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
False Accusations for Serious CrimesCase Dismissed 2 weeks before trial, client reunited with his family
Burglary with Battery and Domestic Violence BatteryDismissed by the State Attorney's Office

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Devika Carr is a remarkable attorney.

Posted by ChrisWed Aug 16 2017

Devika Carr is a remarkable attorney. She was insightful, comprehensive, and compassionate. She truly stands out among her contemporaries. Perceptive, resourceful, altruistic. A truly rare combination.
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Excellent in every way

Posted by anonymousTue Jun 06 2017

Ms Carr is a very courteous lawyer, she responded my questions and addressed my concerns in a timely and professional manner. I will go to her for further advise. Highly recommended.
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Sara Horowitz, Adoption Attorney on Jun 5, 2018
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I highly endorse this lawyer. Ms. Carr is a passionate advocate for her clients and is highly knowledgeable in the area of domestic violence and criminal defense.

Obreziah Bullard, Family Attorney on Feb 12, 2018
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Attorney Carr is not your average attorney. She is truly passionate about her domestic violence work. I highly endorse this lawyer!

Sabrina Kuruvilla, Estate planning Attorney on Feb 6, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer. She is a wonderful asset to the legal community as well as her clients.

Jessica Graham, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Feb 6, 2018
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Ogochukwu Ebede, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 6, 2018
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Grisel Morales, Business Attorney on Feb 6, 2018
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Jennito Simon, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 7, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer. Intelligent and talented.

Randi Otwell, Immigration Attorney on Dec 12, 2017
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Heidi Hillyer, Car accident Attorney on Dec 1, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Carr is an outstanding attorney. She is passionate about her work and is well respected in the community.

Jacqueline Bourassa, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 1, 2017
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Nicole Avila, Immigration Attorney on Nov 30, 2017
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Devika is a fantastic, caring, understanding, and zealous advocate for her clients who is compassionate and truly cares about her clients, and her community.

Christine Schafer, Estate planning Attorney on Nov 30, 2017
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Devika is a not only a phenomenal lawyer but she is also an amazing person. She is an intelligent, diligent and experienced attorney who truly cares for her clients. I highly recommend her!

Temani Adams, Federal crime Attorney on Nov 30, 2017
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Karen Nast, Immigration Attorney on Nov 30, 2017
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Elizabeth Echavarria, Immigration Attorney on Nov 30, 2017
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Ashley Tunac, Tax Attorney on Mar 3, 2017
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Ms. Carr is an excellent lawyer who is extremely knowledgeable about the law. She works tirelessly to advocate for her clients and understands their needs. Intelligent, hard-working, compassionte and ethical. Ms. Carr is an attorney you can trust and count on. I endorse this lawyer.

Nathan Nevins, Family Attorney on Feb 16, 2017
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Devika is an extremely creative attorney. She is always looking for the best way to solve problems. I endorse this lawyer.

Houson Lafrance, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 10, 2017
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Devika is an amazing lawyer. Her ability to provide honest and well researched opinions are second to none. In addition she is a fantastic trial lawyer.

Manuel "Manny" Serra-Jovenich, Insurance Attorney on Feb 7, 2017
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Devika is as honest as the day is long. She is the type of professional who will always put her client's best interest before her own. She is experienced and aggressive in the courtroom - I have seen her first-hand handle domestic violence cases like a champ.

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