Carl Joseph Ohall

Carl Joseph Ohall

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 31 years

Family Lawyer at Brandon, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury, Litigation, Wills & Living Wills

611 South Kings Avenue, Brandon, FL

About Carl

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 50%

All matters involving family law, including child support, alimony, equitable distribution, custody, and contested and uncontested divorces.

31 years | 1,000 cases

50%
Personal Injury 35%

All automobile accident, motorcycle accident, and other serious injury cases, providing assistance with injuries, medical bills, wage loss, insurance disputes, through settlement and jury trial.

31 years | 1,200 cases

35%
Litigation 10%

Civil Litigation, defense of lawsuits from creditors, suing debtors, collections, and suing employers who fail to deduct the correct amount of child support under an Income Deduction Order.

31 years | 400 cases

10%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

Simple wills, living wills, healthcare surrogates, and durable powers of attorney.

31 years | 200 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 31 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1994

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Carl Joseph Ohall

611 South Kings Avenue, Brandon, FL, 33511

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Carl Joseph Ohall's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Bob | June 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional

Carl worked on a modification to my Marital Settlement Agreement. I couldn't have asked for a more responsive attorney, nor for better guidance. Even though the outcome was not quite what I had hoped for, it was a great end to what was an emotionally difficult process. Carl handled the case with con...fidence and compassion. He is down to earth, very pleasant and easy to converse with, and extremely knowledgeable about Florida divorce law. His familiarity with the court systems and judges is exceptional and his advice about whether to settle or continue the case in front of a judge was invaluable. I would not hesitate to bring my future legal issues to him and am happy to call him my attorney.

Posted by Maritza | February 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best Lawyer Out There!

Carl was absolutely amazing! He kept me informed every step of the way so I felt comfortable. He knows the law and I could not have asked for better representation in my divorce.

Posted by Tanisha | February 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Top Notch Attorney

Professional, Knowledgeable, Honest and Loyal. My husband and I have used Attorney Ohall several times, previous divorces, child support and to orchestrate our wills. We have never been disappointed in the level of service we received. He tells us the truth about our case and where we stand. We app...reciate his level of dedication and neither of us would ever go to court or any legal matter without Attorney Ohall by our side. He is truly the amazing!

Posted by P. Ann | December 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Please let me tell you why he was the right choice

Carl O'Hall proved himself the right attorney for my divorce case and I hope he can help you as well. He professionally handled what should have been a simple case that unfortunately became quite a challenging one. From day one through the post-trial negotiations and filing of documents and settlem...ent agreement, he was on top of the game. From what I experienced, he was always a step ahead of the opposing counsel. He was efficient and thorough when it came to handling every aspect of the case. He singlehandedly produced documents and filed motions very expeditiously; the other party couldn't keep up even with the assistance of a staff. He was prompt, prepared and professional in presence and appearance at every court appearance. He answered all of my calls, emails and text messages in a remarkably timely fashion. He was honest with me and guided me through difficult decisions along the way. He was responsive and supportive when I felt discouraged and told him I needed encouragement or reassurance. He was absolutely a factor in my case ending favorably. I hope I never need an attorney again, but if I do, Carl O'Hall is who I will call.

Posted by Vern | March 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Solid plan. Well prepared. Positive attitude.

I knew Carl was on my side from the start. He was honest and realistic about my case, but his positive attitude gave me hope. Although we were well prepared for trial, we were able to settle this divorce (long-term marriage and separation) at the last minute (day) before trial. I believe this was ...due to Mr Ohall's planning and preparation, and expert execution of the depositions taken prior to trial. I was quite satisfied with the outcome.

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Carl Joseph Ohall's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kasey Cadavieco

Unknown lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Carl for over 15 years, and I have been both an employee of his as well as a client. I have also referred many people to Carl over the years because I trust him to represent my friends and family honestly and zealously, and he has always done so. Carl works hard for his clients to achieve the best results, and has a reputation in the legal community for excellence. I am privileged to know him as a colleague and a friend."

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Andrew Hamilton

Unknown lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Pritchard

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Carl Ohall is an incredible asset for his client. I believe his practice is an example of the highest standards in legal research, writing, oral advocacy, and ethics. Mr. Ohall's clients are lucky to have him as their attorney."

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Melvin Wright

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Charpentier

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Schultz

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Mulholland

Family lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Carl is a highly skilled trial lawyer who appreciates that in many cases saving attorney's fees by settling at mediation is truly in his clients' best interests."

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Dennis Morgenstern

Family lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I'm familiar with Mr. Ohall's legal acumen and have discussed cases with and recommended Mr. Ohall to clients and friends in need of Family law representation ... and have never heard an unkind word or critical comment about Mr. Ohall's work."

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Jason Lamoureux

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Carl for 17 years and he is a an excellent lawyer. I have referred numerous people to him over the years and they all have been very satisfied with his representation."

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Monica Frost

Family lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Hamilton

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Paul Pritchard

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Melvin Wright

Car accident lawyer

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Stephen Charpentier

Car accident lawyer

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Matthew Schultz

Personal injury lawyer

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Monica Frost

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Daniel Soloway

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2020

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Best Of Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay Times

2016

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

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Owner, Tampa Bay Legal Center, P.A.

1998 - 2003

Owner, Alfonso & Ohall, P.A.

1994 - 1998

Owner, Law Office of Carl J. Ohall

Associations

1999 - Present

Southern Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1998 - Present

Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1995 - Present

Florida Justice Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Addison v. GEICO, 17 Fla. L. Weekly Supp. 272a

Mr. Addison prevailed, and received benefits.

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Education

1994

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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