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

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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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 - 10 of 19 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Maggie | June 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Trust Mr. Cripps to the job done!

I think I speak for the majority of us when I say that divorce is a tumultuous, extremely emotional and painful process! Especially if there are children and assets involved. You’re heartbroken and angry...so during this process, its hard to trust anyone and it can be easy to redirect your anger an...d impatience on the wrong person or event. Which I believe may explain most of the negative comments on here directed at Mr. Cripps. Does he sometimes take a day to return your call? Yes. Is he a man of few words? Yes. Can that be frustrating? Of course. But does he get the job done? You can bet your hard earned money on it! My husband left me on Valentines day, on Valentines Day!! I was an emotional mess, left with the mortgage and a slew of bills to pay. Not only did Mr. Cripps offer a flat rate fee but also an affordable payment plan. I retained Mr. Cripps towards the end of March and was divorced the 1st week of June! The day of my hearing I was nervous and concerned because he was running late (he was in another court room). The judge asked me who was my attorney and I tell her, she responds: “oh don't worry, I know he's around here somewhere, he'll be here”. He has such an awesome rapport with the judges that they don't even mind waiting for him! Mr. Cripps possesses almost 40 years of experience. He knows what he's doing and does it at a reasonable price. If you want a young lawyer that's going to kiss your butt and charge you twice as much, then go for it. But if you want a guy with an established good rapport and who will get the job done, then trust Mr. Cripps is that attorney. Good luck and all the best!! P.S. Shout out to his secretary, who was always very friendly when I called his office!

Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

WORST ATTORNEY STAY AWAY FROM HIM

He was hired to do a modification of child support for children that were emancipated. Steve went into court with the motion and money that was paid to him and dismissed the motion without my consent. I recentently found out after the statutes of limitations ran out I could have sued him for malpract...ice. Stay far away from this guy.

Posted by Jim | January 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Alimony

Life Changing

I hired Steven to help me with a modification of permanent alimony, which is very difficult to stop completely. Steven made a difficult situation much easier with his experience and expertise. I wound up winning my case and I no longer have to pay my former wife anything ever again! It feels lik...e I won the lottery and I couldn’t have done it without Steve! Steve is a very down to earth person and also very humble. When I walked into the courthouse with him, everyone knew him and seemed to really like him and respect him. By the way, he won’t tell you this but he has his doctorate in law.

Posted by Wendy | December 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Very impressed!

I have to say he was amazing! I have never been through a divorce before and despite my thousands of frantic emails and impatience he always told me not to worry. Of course I always worried but he was right. He did an excellent job with my case and am grateful I chose this attorney

Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Painless divorce

I work overseas and needed legal representation to take me through the steps to dissolve my marriage. Given the difference in time zones, I expected difficult interactions. Mr. Cripps and staff were readily available and kept me updated through email and phone communications. He made a difficult pr...ocess seem painless! I surely will recommend him to others.

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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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