Tasha Simmonds

Tasha Simmonds

4.5
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 16 years

Family Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury

1451 Cypress Creek Rd., Ste. 300, Fort Lauderdale, FL

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$0 first 15 minutes


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Licensed in Florida for 16 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2009

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No misconduct found

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TASHA SIMMONDS, P.A.

1451 Cypress Creek Rd., Ste. 300, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309

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Tasha Simmonds's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Child Support

Posted by Elijah | July 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

TERRIBLE LAWYER

This woman is a terrible lawyer I acquired her through Marble Law and she constantly had me confused with other people she worked for. Then would she would realize she had the wrong person she would literally tell me oh I was just about to call you that was of course a lie. I would not recommend this... lawyer to anyone. When I was preparing for a hearing with her to build a defense for a child custody/ childsupport case this woman had the biggest attitude when I would try to explain myself to her in regards to what I wanted. As if she was paying me I would once again not recommend this lady. To add insult to injury she would never pick up the phone when I called she wouldn't call me back ever within a timely manner. For example she was suppose to send an email that I needed to fill out as a response to the court on that Friday she said she would send it on her way out the office this women never sent the email and i was suppose to be that Monday. I was sweating bullets waiting on this email I called a text I prayed she never responded until that Sunday. But only to tell me she's at church right now and she's going to call once she gets out. I didn't hear from here until almost night time. Then when I she finally sent the email this lady tells me oh you don't actually need to fill it out anyway. Keep in mind this is after waiting all day Friday and all day Saturday and most of that Sunday. We then have a conversation the following week when she calls to get some information from me and we end up having a sparing match by words over my physical address that the court didn't even request they only had requested the mailing which she already had along with the courts. I couldn't believe the nerve the lawyer I am paying for arguing with me over information that the court isn't even requesting and then she uses this information in the future to get me dropped from Marble Law all together. It went like this she called me late that day after 5pm with the phone on speaker as if she was laying back relaxing and wanting just to rush the conversation as if I was her last stop of the day. I took a lot of offense to that conversation and decided based on the wrong names I was constantly getting called because of her mix ups and lack of following up and showing any concern about my case, I decided to just drop her all together. So I then call Marble they explain the process says it will be no problem asked my what was wrong and I explained to them everything that I had written here. So within less than three days I was switched to another attorney out of Ocala named Brian Laird. Well I received an initial call from this gentleman to introduce himself and he just gave me the run down about what was our next steps and he explained that he would be following up with me. Fast forward a few days go by and I haven't heard back from Brian when I call him he tells me that I had been dropped by Marble law and he didn't know why. So I then proceed to call Marble when I do this they inform me that I was dropped because Tasha Simmonds had said that I had with held information keep in mind this hearing is about my eight year old son. Just to show you how sinister this woman is. The information that she said that I with held was my address which I showed them in an email from her that she already had the mailing as well as the courts but she had got an attitude about the physical for what ever reason when even she stated the courts aren't asking for a physical just a mailing which everyone already had. This woman had made it seemed to Marble as if i had with held information that the courts needed and I then proceeded to send the email proving my point as to how she was a manipulator and liar. I then was called by a woman from Marble named Athena who fought for me and took those emails to her higher ups and I was rewarded a full refund. Needless to say I am letting everyone that I know, know about this woman and her diabolic practices and erratic behavior.

Tasha Simmonds

Replied last September 03, 2022

Sir, this is your third attempt at leaving a false review. I only respond for the benefit of the public to confirm this is a false narrative. I pray you receive the help you need. Be blessed. TO THE PUBLIC: I dodged a bullet by parting ways with this potential client; and I hope anyone else reading this will also dodge the temptation to commit self-sabotage in your family case. Please Remember: When you are in court with your co-parent in regards to your child, you are legally required to keep your address updated with the court and with your co-parent unless you have an injunction/restraining order. That will allow you to keep your address confidential. You cannot withhold your address simply because you rather not share it. This is not only illegal, but puts your child at risk. If (God-forbid) an emergency arises involving a child or the child's parent, the other parent should know where the child is staying. Secondly, the last thing any person in court wants to do is get on their judge's bad side. How does one do that? Disobey court orders, lie to the court (which they tend to see through in most cases) and behave in a way that tells the judge that you are too immature to co-parent and put your responsibilites to your child ahead of your own desires. Once a judge thinks of you, the other side wins. 'More tips on my YouTube channel! Be well. - TS

Posted by Lauraine | March 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Best Family Attorney Experience!

I had a family case where I was being countersued for child custody due to my initial request for child support. I went thru a bunch of attorneys who didn't give me a chance at all; took my son's father's side and was trying to be ideal. If you're looking for an attorney who puts in the work for you,... makes sure you get your legal fees' worth, Attorney Simmonds is your girl! She was solid and direct and she is prepared for court! (My previous attorney confused the judge for an assistant) Attorney Simmonds is knowledgeable and trustworthy. Her rapport among judges is unmatched. If you're apprehensive about court, you can go with confidence if you go with Attorney Simmonds.

Tasha Simmonds

Replied last March 04, 2021

Thank you for your review! Having a great judge never hurts one's chances. I very much enjoyed representing you and am happy to help in the future if needed. - ts

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Tasha Simmonds's Lawyer Endorsements

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Angelica Del Vecchio

Family lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Attorney Simmonds is passionate and dedicated attorney who goes above and beyond to achieve great results for her clients."

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Jennito Simon

Family lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tasha takes every case as if it's her first case. I've seen her work so hard on cases that I thought she was borderline fighting for her own legal rights. No doubt about it, she's one of the best."

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Beverly McNeill

Family lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Tasha is very knowledgeable in the law and is very professional and really care about her clients!"

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Yanique Otto

Family lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Tasha is an extremely zealous advocate. As a fellow attorney, I would personally recommend her to anyone looking to hire an aggressive attorney, who will go to bat for her clients. She is persistent, fair, and extremely personable."

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Beverly McNeill

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Associations

2009 - Present

Florida Guardian ad Litem Program

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Education

2008

Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Various

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Languages

English

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