Dorothy Frances Easley

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Dorothy Frances Easley

also known as Dorothy F. Easley, MS, JD BCS Appeals, EASLEY APPELLATE PRACTICE, P.L.L.C.

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

Appeals Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Appeals

Board Certified in Appellate Law, 1200 Brickell Ave., Ste 1950 (PH 1), Miami, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Dorothy

Biography

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Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Appeals 100%

Experienced in prosecuting and defending Florida state and federal civil, administrative and criminal law appeals.

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-950 per hour

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2011
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 31 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1994

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Easley Appellate Practice, PLLC

Board Certified in Appellate Law, 1200 Brickell Ave., Ste 1950 (PH 1), Miami, FL, 33131

easleyappellate.com

Online Presence

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Dorothy Frances Easley's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Above and beyond my expectation

From day 1, clearly explained all my options and was well informed of all the possible scenarios. 100% comfortable with the level of service and representation.

Posted by Hashem | February 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Hashem

I am a pain specialist with almost 40 years experience in medical field. I filed a lawsuit against a large corporation. The case was complex filed in 2013 and tried in 2020. I won some claims and lost some claims. I looked for a appeal lawyer. After lengthy search and after speaking to many other app...eal lawyers, I decided to hire Mrs. Easley. This was one of my best decision I have ever made in my life. When I first talk to her over the phone after I sent her some documents related to the case and the trial, she showed full understanding of the case and very professionally express her initial opinion about the case. Mrs. Easley is a very good listener to her client. She encouraged me to write my concerns about the case and encouraged me to add my personal opinion and my highlights of the key facts of the case. She arranged conference meeting with my trial attorney, myself and herself to discuss her plan in writing her appeal. The arguments in her initial brief, the reply and the answer to the defendant cross initial brief were very well written and clearly expressed. I am , so far, very happy, feeling blessed to hire Mrs. Easly as my appeal lawyer. Regardless of the outcome of this appeal, Mrs. Easly had filed a wonderful professional appeal. I am very grateful to her.

Posted by anonymous | December 20, 2018 | Probate

Plaintiff in Palm Beach County Adversarial Probate Case

I consulted with Dorothy Easely on a Adverserial Probate matter. Dorothy was extremely thorough in her review of the case documents and her recommendation was a well thought out strategy and direction backed up with case law. Dorothy directed my trial attorney on how to proceed and provided valuabl...e insight into preparing the record on appeal. Dorothy's direction was to address the issues head on with the trial court and there was no need to bring in the appeals court at this time. Dorothy is a valuable resource to any trial attorney on how to proceed to build the record for a potential appeal. I truly appreciate Dorothy's assessment and direction and would highly recommend her services PRIOR to the appeals stages and for the appeal itself. Thank you Dorothy!

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

EXCEPTIONAL APPELLATE ATTORNEY

I retained Dorothy F. Easley/Easley Appellate Practice for my appeal and she had insight, integrity and a very in-depth knowledge of every area of the law. Ms. Easley's knowledge about the law regarding my case was always informative and her research was always thinking outside of the box to help me... win my appeal. I would highly recommend Ms. Easley and her firm to anyone for any type of appeal.

Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

TRUSTWORTHY & KNOWLEDGEABLE LAWYER

Ms. Easley is a reliable, ethical, and knowledgable lawyer. Ms. Easley worked with me on a very complex appeal. She is always prepared, and her legal knowledge and experience are exceptionally impressive. Ms. Easley is passionate about her work and her client. It is clear that she is well respected i...n the legal field. Ms. Easley works tirelessly for her clients with integrity.

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Dorothy Frances Easley's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennifer Carroll

Appeals lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dorothy Easley is an outstanding attorney. We have worked together on cases and various committees in the field of appellate practice. I have personally found Dorothy to possess incredible expertise in this field, and she is passionate about her work. I highly recommend Dorothy."

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Betsy Havens

Appeals lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dorothy is a hardworking and tenacious attorney, always willing to go the extra mile. I would highly recommend her."

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Kimberly Berman

Appeals lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Ms. Easley for all of your appellate needs. Ms. Easley is an astute practitioner and knowledgeable on a plethora of areas of the law. She is meticulous and will point out the trial court's errrors in an eloquent, tasteful, and persuasive manner. I would highly recommend Ms. Easley."

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Paul Morris

Appeals lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am pleased to endorse Dorothy Easley. She is a superb appellate attorney. I have had the pleasure of reading her excellent briefs and watching her oral arguments. Dorothy also demonstrated keen skills as President of the Third District Court of Appeal Historical Society."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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John Penson

Appeals lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Dorothy was an integral part of our team. Her knowledge and strong writing skills paved the way to a successful result under the circumstances."

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Brian Barakat

Appeals lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Dorothy is a brilliant appellate attorney with an encyclopedic knowledge of the law. Her ability to assist trial counsel on particularly complicated issues is fantastic. Thank you Dorothy for your help."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Best Law Firms for Appellate Practice, Best Lawyers

2023

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Best Lawyers in Appellate Practice, Best Lawyers

2020

Best Lawyers in Appellate Practice, Best Lawyers

2017

Distinguished Counsel Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2017

Power Attorneys(c) 2017, Rue Ratings

2016

Distinguished Counsel Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2016

10 Best in Family Law, Florida, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Super Lawyer in Appellate Practice, every year since 2006, Florida Super Lawyers

2016

Distinguished Lawyer for Appeals, Expert Network

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Best Attorneys of America Top One Percent, Rue Ratings

2015

Top Women Leaders in Law, American Lawyer Media

2014

Top Women Leaders in Law, American Lawyer Media

2007

Award for Significant Contributions, Florida Appellate Practice Section

2007

Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Top Appellate Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2006

Award for Significant Contributions, Florida Appellate Practice Section

2006

Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Top Appellate Lawyer,

2005

Award for Significant Contributions, Florida Appellate Practice Section

2004

Award for Significant Contributions, Florida Appellate Practice Section

2003

Award for Significant Contributions, Florida Appellate Practice Section

Work Experience

2003 - Present

, Florida Bar Board Certified in Appellate Law

Associations

2015 - 2017

Rosemary Barkett Appellate American Inn of Court

President

2014 - 2015

Third District Court of Appeal Historical Society

President

2012 - 2015

Florida Bar, Appellate Practice Certification Committee

Member

2009 - 2010

Florida Bar Appellate Practice Section

Chair

2008 - 2009

Florida Bar, Appellate Practice Section

Chair Elect

2007 - 2007

Florida Bar, Appellate Practice Section, Council of Sections

Delegate

2007 - 2010

Florida Bar Appellate Court Rules Criminal Law Subcommittee

Member

2007 - 2010

Florida Bar, Appellate Court Rules Committee

Secretary

2006 - 2007

Florida Bar Appellate Court Rules Orientations Subcommittee

Chair

2006 - 2007

Florida Bar Appellate Practice Section Special Subcommittee

Chair

2006 - 2007

Florida Bar, Appellate Practice Section

Secretary

2005 - 2010

Florida Bar Appellate Court Rules E-filing Subcommittee

Member

2005 - 2009

Florida Bar Appellate Court Rules Civil Rules Subcommittee

Member

2005 - 2006

Florida Bar, Appellate Practice Section

Treasurer

2005 - 2012

Florida Appellate Practice Section Pro Se Appellate Handbook Committee

Chair

2005 - 2006

Florida Appellate Practice Section Website Committee

Chair

2005 - 2009

Florida Defense Lawyers Amicus Committee

Member

2005 - 2009

Editorial Board,Trial Advocate Quarterly

Member

2004 - 2009

Florida Bar Appellate Court Rules Records Subcommittee

Member

2004 - 2005

Florida Appellate Practice Section Website Committee

Vice-Chair

2004 - 2010

Florida Bar, Appellate Court Rules Committee

Member

Education

1994

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor - Cum Laude

1986

State University of New York

MS - Masters Summa Cum Laude

1982

Warren Wilson College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

Advanced Appellate Advocacy

Appellate Advocacy

Publications

2019

Successful Federal Appeals in All Circuit Courts: A Practical Guide for Busy Lawyers (4th ed. 2019) Successful Federal Appeals in All Circuit Courts: A Practical Guide for Busy Lawyers (4th ed. 2019)

2015

Appellate Practice Journal (ABA) Federal Appellate Jurisdiction Still Has Its Limits

2014

The Record, Journal of the Appellate Practice and Advocacy Section (Florida Bar) Proposed Amendments (Some Controversial) to the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure

2014

The Record, Journal of the Appellate Practice and Advocacy Section (Florida Bar) The Persistent Legislative, Executive, and Corporate Attempts to Control the Judiciary

2008

Florida Bar Appellate Practice Section Pro Se Appellate Handbook

2007

Florida Bar Appellate Practice Book Quo Warranto Extraordinary Writs

2007

The Record, Fla. J. of App. Prac. Sec. Appellate Court Rules Committee Update

2006

Florida Bar Journal Judicial Notice on Appeal: What's All the Fuss?

Languages

Spanish

English

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