Attorney Cosentino was born in Elk Grove, Illinois and primarily raised in Tampa, Florida. Ms. Cosentino received a B.A. in Dance Performance from the University of South Florida in 1998. After 21 years studying and performing in various areas of the arts, Ms. Cosentino started attending Nova Southeastern University Law in the summer of 2001.
Ms. Cosentino was awarded a Public Service Fellowship from Nova Law in 2002 for her pro bono work for the City of Hollywood. Ms. Cosentino worked for the Florida AttorneyGeneral’s Office, the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office as a CLI prosecuting in the domestic violence division, and has practiced family law in the West Palm Beach area since 2005. Ms. Cosentino won leadership awards in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2014 for her work for the domestic violence committee of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar. She currently co-chairs the Domestic Violence CLE Committee.
Ms. Cosentino is a member of the Florida Bar in good standing. She is also a member of the Palm Beach County Bar Association, a member of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar and serves on various committees for the family law section of the Florida Bar. Ms. Cosentino also participated in the Lawyers for Literacy Program for the Palm Beach County Bar Association, is past-President of the Palm Beach Nova Law Alumni Chapter, and currently mentors for Women of Tomorrow, and is a PUBLISHED SECONDARY LEGAL AUTHORITY for lawyers in Florida as she co-authored an article for the December 2007 and October 2012 Florida Bar Journal. Ms. Cosentino is also published in “The Commentator” a source for Florida family law attorneys, she also co-edited the Spring Edition for 2015, and has spoken both at C.L.E.'s and other venues on domestic violence. Ms. Cosentino prides herself as a leader and speaker in domestic violence and a court appointed Attorney Ad Litem. Should you need a presenter in domestic violence please call us to present at your next event.
Ms. Cosentino is a proud mother of two daughters, Lucille Angelina and Lillian Christine, which makes her an ideal attorney for your child custody/timesharing needs.
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 2005 | 06/01/2022 |
Legal answers | 3 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Leadership Award Co-Chair Domestic Violence Committee | Family Law Section of Florida Bar | 2013 |
Child Advocacy Award | Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County | 2012 |
Leadership Award Domestic Violence Committee Co-Chair | Florida Bar, Family Law Section | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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President | Law Office of Amy L. Cosentino | 2005 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches | Member | 2017 - Present |
Family Law Section of Florida Bar | Member | 2005 - Present |
Florida Bar | Member | N/A |
Palm Beach County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Florida Bar Family Law Commentator | Editor's Corner | 2015 |
Florida Bar Journal | "She Said What?" | 2013 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center | Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor | 2004 |
University of South Florida | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Dependency and Paternity | Domestic Violence | 2010 |
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Luke Dunteman, Family Attorney on Apr 3, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I worked with Amy on a couple of cases and I was very impressed with her knowledge of family law and her dedication to her clients. I would recommend her to any of my friends or family.
Jack Pugh, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 6, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Amy is a dedicated and zealous advocate for her clients while remaining a respectful practitioner. Amy is detailed, knowledgeable, and unafraid of the Courtroom. She is well respected within our legal community and I highly endorse her for legal representation in family law matters.
Mary Hudson, Family Attorney on Sep 30, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I am very pleased to endorse this lawyer. Amy knows family law well & conducts herself in a very cordial & professional manner. She's also an excellent litigator. I highly recommend Amy to anyone seeking legal representation for a family law, child custody or support case.
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