Caressa A. Lanier

Caressa A. Lanier

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 21 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Alimony ... +2 more

2 S. Biscayne Blvd., Suite 2300, Miami, FL

About Caressa

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 25%

19 years

25%
Alimony 20%

19 years

20%
Child Support 20%

19 years

20%
Adoption 10%

19 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 21 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2004

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Phillips Lanier, PLLC

2 S. Biscayne Blvd., Suite 2300, Miami, FL, 33131

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Caressa A. Lanier's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Todd | November 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Professional, empathetic, integrity, problem solver

Caressa and her team were amazing. Don’t look for her to “sugar coat” anything and that just means she cares deeply about your personal situation. Nicole was also terrific and responsive. If you’re find yourself in a family case, then I highly recommend you give Caressa and her law firm a chance t...o help you find an appropriate resolution and peace in your life,

Posted by John | February 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Look No Further

Not often have I encountered someone of this caliber. No only was the job done with mastery but it was done with compassion and humanity. Caressa was a champion of my interests - strong, skilled, intelligent and engaged - and equally important (to me) she did it in a manner that was respectful. T...his was a highly emotional process, on occasion I would try to take things off course. Caressa would quickly and calmly navigate the obstacles I created to get things back on track. Caressa is not only great at what she does but she is a l true gift to her community. If all lawyers were as capable as Caressa this world would be a better place. Look no further.

Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Excellent attorney

Upon first consultation, Caressa approached my case in a unique manner driven by strong understanding of the situation and FL laws. Her approach was efficient and produced the optimal result with minimal hassle. I would recommend her without hesitation as she is an experienced and savvy lawyer who ge...ts results.

Posted by Julie | September 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Legal expertise with a humanistic approach

Caressa Lanier handled most of my divorce proceedings, after I switched to her after firing my first divorce attorney. Her approach is no nonsense and straightforward yet humanistic, which is a welcomed strategy given the costs and emotional toll associated with divorce. I selected her as I wanted... to keep my divorce as least complicated as possible as we navigated our way through the process with an uncooperative and ill-informed ex-spouse, who refused to hire legal counsel. I am so happy in my decision of retaining Caressa Lanier as my legal counsel.

Posted by Nadia Rowinsky | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Gran ser humano y abogada

Caressa Lanier fue mi abogada en un periodo muy dificil de mi vida y triste. Ella no solo siempre busco la manera de ayudarne sino que lo humano lo realmenre importante que para ella no es el dinero sino el respeto y hablo en mi caso como mujer y como madre fue para Caressa lo central. Ella fue mas q...ue una abogada ella fue una persona comprometida y sensible. Sorry that my english is not good Caressa is an extraordinary human an a lawyer that iwas really worry about my case and about me. Gracias Caressa.

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Caressa A. Lanier's Lawyer Endorsements

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Parastoo Majd

Family lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I was opposing counsel on two cases with Caressa. She is a pleasure to work with, extremely professional, and a wonderful attorney."

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Justin Stivers

Family lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Caressa cares greatly about her clients and is always looking to get them the best results possible. She is extremely knowledgable and goes the extra mile for her clients."

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Chantale Suttle

Family lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She was my opposition, and yet was fair, communicative and even-handed. Our professional relationship got our case settled, and our client's saved time, money and heartache"

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Mark Balsom

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Caressa is a very focused and passionate attorney who provides her clients with the attention and support they need."

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Solangel Verde

Family lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Caressa was my opposing counsel on a litigated family law matter. The matter involved complex issues of fact and law. I found her to be very knowledgeable and highly skilled. Although she zealously represented her client, she worked diligently towards an amicable resolution that was fair to both parties. She was excellent."

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Emily Phillips

Family lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Mazur

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Caressa has represented clients of mine involved in divorce matters. She works hard to obtain the best results possible for each of her clients. She treats each of her clients as if they were her only clients. I recommend her highly."

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Michael Carmona

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Caressa is an excellent attorney who is well respected in the legal community. She has an extensive knowledge of the law and has succesfully taken many cases to trial. I would not hesitate in contacting Caressa with any family law matter."

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Edward Mullins

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Caressa is a great family attorney who really goes the extra mile for her clients."

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Marcia Hansen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I know Ms. Lanier on a professional and personal business. She is an extremely competent and intelligent attorney who is always accessible to her clients. I highly recommend her for any one going through any family issues as she is very skilled and experienced in her industry."

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Fernando Socol

Immigration lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with attorney Lanier on various cases and I find her to be extremely professional, she truly cares about her clients, and is eminently knowledgeable and experienced in the field of Family Law. I regularly refer her all of my Family Law cases with no hesitation whatsoever. She is well-respected in the legal community not only for her legal prowess, but also for the unselfish sacrifice of her time to charitable organizations and to those in need."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Partner, Phillips Lanier, PLLC

Associations

2010 - Present

Florida Bar, Family Law Section

Member

Education

N/A

Case Western Reserve University School of Law

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