Steven Cripps

Steven Cripps

3.2
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 46 years

Family Lawyer at West Palm Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

200 Butler St, Suite 205, West Palm Beach, FL

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 46 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1979

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Steven Cripps

200 Butler St, Suite 205, West Palm Beach, FL, 33407

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Steven Cripps's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.2 /5.0

64 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Child Support

Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

GREAT Lawyer

I hired Steve Cripps to handle my divorce and subsequent time-sharing/child support modifications. He has been fair, reasonable and very gracious in what he charged for legal services. He is also patient, clearly explaining the processes, including what my expectations should and should not be. He ...is knowledgeable without being arrogant and helped to make a frustrating and distasteful situation more bearable. If you need a lawyer I highly recommend Steve Cripps.

Posted by Mary | June 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

The Best in Palm Beach - a true EXPERT!

Mr. Cripps was my hero! After two years of a trying on my own to file and figure out the very complicated situation of an out of state for many years father, a missed court date and only days prior to the final hearing, I contacted Mr. Cripps out of fear and confusion. He met with me within hours th...at night after my work, at NO CHARGE; he quickly understood my situation and had an instant plan of action. The day of the final hearing, he met me at the court house, he had many details about the other party that I would have never found out that really helped. During the hearing, he was able to negotiate and calm down a very stressful situation so we all agreed on the best situation for our family moving forward. If it wasn't for Mr. Cripps, I know my situation would be very different and I will never be able to thank him enough for how he helped me and my child! He has year’s worth of experience in Palm Beach and he knows how to navigate the system! I would highly recommend Mr. Cripps to anyone going through the horrible, miserable, confusing and complicated situation of divorce/child custody & support. Good luck!

Posted by Deborah | December 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Family Matters

Mr. Cripps provided exceptional service to me initially during a dispute over child support payments when my son moved into his father's residence to attend a better school. He then represented me during a very difficult time in my life during a divorce a few years later. He was recommended to me b...y a colleague, and I could not have had better representation during both of these challenging times. I have referred him to others, as I feel his service was superb and his fees were very reasonable.

Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2015 | Child Support

Not to be trusted

Mr. Cripps advertises as a flat fee attorney . This is so he can justify, in his own mind, doing the bare minimum of work to benefit his client . Mr. Cripps encouraged me to settle for the standard visitation agreement for fathers. This is equivalent to four to six days a month. Mr. Cripps advised m...e to pay child support based on this visitation schedule . My ex wife and her attorney loved Mr. Crips. He was willing to concede to her every demand. I finally hired a different attorney. For the past two years I have had my children every Friday , Saturday , and Sunday . Also I have not paid any child support because with a holiday schedule I have had 50% of the visitation . The divorce is not finalized but I have a good chance of having 50% shared parental responsibility with minimal support going to the ex which would never get spent on the children. Mr. Cripps does not return calls, keep appointments, or demonstrate professionalism in any shape or form. He is very good at endorsing and cashing retainer checks.

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Steven Cripps's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alberto Leal

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Cripps is a true professional who strives to get the best possible result for his clients. I have gone against him in court and can truly say that he is one of the most respectful and professional attorneys I have come across. Mr. Cripps will handle your case with great care and attention!"

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McKinley Augustin

Family lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cripps was professional in all respects. There were no issues when communicating or discussing matters that were essential to resolving our mutual case."

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Jack Pugh

Family lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. In the course of practice many attorneys fail to consider the common sense approach. Steve is a strong advocated for his clients, knowledgeable, and willing to work towards settlement and avoids running up costs with disregard for he parties circumstances. A pleasure to work with and against."

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Cathy Lively

Family lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve zealously represents his clients and adheres to a high level of civility in dealing with opposing counsel."

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Jack Pugh

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

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

2015

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

2012

President's Pro Bono Service Award, Florida Bar, Family Law Section

2002

Firm Award, Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach

Work Experience

1979 - 1980

Law Clerk, U.S. Magistrate, Honorable Peter R. Palermo

Associations

1979 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

Education

1979

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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