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Cathy Lynn Purvis Lively
also known as Lively Law Firm
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About Cathy
Biography
Cathy L. Purvis Lively, Esq. is an attorney, mediator, and arbitrator in Palm Beach County, Florida. She obtained her Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University, Master of Science in Bioethics from Columbia University, and Doctorate in Bioethics from Loyola University. Ms. Lively's professional and educational background encompasses healthcare, law, and ethics. In the healthcare sector, she has acquired experience as a critical care nurse in adult and neonatal intensive care units, case management, and as a program director. Ms. Lively holds a faculty position as a teaching associate at the School of Professional Studies, Bioethics at Columbia University, serves as an adjunct faculty member of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Academy, and is a Distinguished Visiting Scholar at the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Institute for Bioethics and Health Policy.
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
22 years
30 years
30 years
9 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 30 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
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Cathy Lynn Purvis Lively's Reviews
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Cathy Lynn Purvis Lively's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Cathy is a determined and zealous advocate for her clients while remaining a true professional in the Courtroom. I have had the pleasure of litigation against Cathy on several matters and have been impressed with her devotion to her clients."
"Cathy Lively is one of the smartest family law attorneys I know. She has an extensive knowledge of the law and procedure in the Florida Courts. Whenever I have a legal question, I know I can trust Cathy to have the correct answer. She is truly the best. I always recommend her to anyone looking for a great family law attorney in the South Florida area."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Cathy is knowledgeable and a zealous advocate. I admire her commitment and dedication to her clients and am grateful for having had an opportunity to work with her."
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Experience
Honors
2016
10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in Florida, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney - Owner, Lively Law Firm
1999 - 2012
Attorney - Owner, cathy L. Purvis Lively, Esq. P.A.
1994 - 1999
Attorney, Legal Aid Society Of Palm Beach County, Inc.
Associations
2024 - Present
Florida Bar Journal/News Editorial Board(CM)Vice Chair
2023 - Present
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Institute for Bioethics and Health PolicyDistinguished Visiting Scholar
2016 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law Section - Membership CommitteMember
2016 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law Section - CLE CommitteeMember
2016 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law Section - Equitable Distribution CommitteeMember
2016 - Present
Florida Bar, Health Law Section Publication CommitteeMember
2013 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
2010 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law Section, Rules/Forms CommitteeMember
1996 - Present
U.S. District Court, Southern District of FloridaMember
1995 - Present
Palm Beach County Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
The Florida BarMember
1995 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2016 - 2017
Palm Beach County Bar AssociationChairperson - Family Law CLE Committee
2011 - 2013
Florida Bar, Family Law Section ADR Committe rSecretary
2010 - 2023
International Society of Palm Beach County, IncBoard Member - Trustee
Education
2023
Doctor of Bioethics
2021
Master Science - Bioethics
1994
JD - Juris Doctor Cum Laude
1991
BA
Speaking Engagements
2024
Christian Bioethics and Immigration Status Inquiries in Florida Hospitals: Navigating Ethical Challenges to Dignity and Justice
2024
2024
Honoring Humanity: The need for Transparency, in Normothermic Regional Perfusion for Controlled Donation after Circulatory Death
2024
Requiring Hospitals to Ask about Immigration Status: Exacerbating Immigrants’ Barriers to Accessing Healthcare,
2023
Patient/Health Advocate and Patient Autonomy: Applying the Principles to Practice
2023
The Patient Advocate: Promoting Client-Focused Advocacy, Confidentiality, and Privacy;
Publications
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Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Motion to vacate judgement in marriage dissolution (Florida)
15 Jul 2016
What are the consequences if your spouse lies to the court about knowing your whereabouts in order to get an uncontested divorce
30 Apr 2016
What happens if I do not file my financial affidavit within 45 days
28 Apr 2016