Gary Samuel Dolgin

Gary Samuel Dolgin

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 35 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

625 E. Twiggs St., Suite 101I, Tampa, FL

About Gary

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Divorce and Separation 100%

Board Certified Expert in Marital & Family Law handling all family law issues including Child Custody, Alimony, Division of Martial Assets & Liabilities, Child Support, Domestic Violence, & Modifications of Custody, Alimony, & Child Support.

36 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 35 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1990

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Gary Samuel Dolgin

625 E. Twiggs St., Suite 101I, Tampa, FL, 33602

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Gary Samuel Dolgin's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rhonda | April 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Integrity and Strength

Throughout my proceedings, Mr. Dolgin proved to be a man of integrity and strength. His knowledge and expertise allow him to fight smart without the need to lower his standards and compromise his integrity. Highly recommend.

Posted by Michael | April 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Attorney

I hired Gary to help me get my divorce decree modified. When I was originally divorced the decree was written poorly, by my former attorney, and left me continuing to pay support for children over the age of 18! Gary was very clear from the beginning of the likely outcome and did an amazing job getti...ng my stubborn ex to agree to go to mediation. In the middle of this process my case became further complicated and turned into a custody battle for my youngest child. After the dust settled I was awarded custody of my child and had my monthly arrears payment reduced to an amount I can now afford. He went above and beyond my expectations. He was fair, hard working and showed true concern for the well-being of myself and family throughout this process. I am truly grateful to have hired him and would not hesitate to go to him in the event I would ever need family law help again.

Posted by Roger | March 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Gary Dolgin - Outstanding, dedicated, efficient attorney!

Gary is a consummate professional and I highly recommend him as your attorney. I had everything on the line and had one chance to get my children back. I had to switch attorneys after a major trial in my case involving parental alienation and abduction of my 3 minor children. Gary jumped right in ...and focused his energy on what was needed and guided me through an intense and ultimately successful mediation and closure of a year long nightmare. I now have full custody of my 3 children and my fathers rights have been restored when at times I became hopeless and felt lost. Gary is efficient, well respected, a family man of high character, principles, and values.. and gets results for his client. As a father I know without a doubt I could not have achieved this outcome of rescuing my children who were taken away from me illegally and in contempt of court without Gary's tenacity, experience, foresight, and reputation.

Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent attorney

Great advice, and when we went to court, Gary was able to correct the other attorney's mistakes on the documents.

Posted by Paul | March 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Gary Dolgin

Mr. Dolgin represented me during my divorce and exceeded my expectations. I felt that he always acted in my best interest and was very professional in doing so. I appreciated his clear communication and prompt responses to my inquiries. I felt very fortunate to have him on my side during a difficult ...time.

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Gary Samuel Dolgin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Geller

Family lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have know Gary for 29 years. He cares about his clients. He is very experienced in Marital Law and is Board Certified. If I need to refer someone for a family law matter I always turn to Gary. He will work hard to get the very best result he can for his clients."

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Lara Davis

Family lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Gary for years as a fellow family law attorney in Tampa. He is very well-respected. Gary is extremely knowledgeable in family law - I call him when I have a complicated family law issue to talk out, and he is always most gracious and helpful."

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Martin Hernandez

Family lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend this lawyer. Let's face it: Divorce can messy and complicated and you need a lawyer who can handle it. When you need an aggressive yet ethical lawyer for a divorce, call Gary. He will get the job done and get the best outcome possible for his clients."

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Robert Geller

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1993

Best Pupilage Project Award, Glenn Terrell Inns of the Court

1992

Best Pupilage Project Award, Glenn Terrell Inns of the Court

1990

Dean's List, University of Florida

1989

Marks, Gray, Conroy & Gibbs, PA Trial Team Competition Winner, University of Florida

1986

National Collegiate Essay Winner, U.A.H.C.

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Gary S. Dolgin, Esquire

1991 - 1993

Assistant Public Defender, Hillsborough County Public Defender's Office

1990 - 1991

Assistant State Attorney, Manatee County State Attorney's Office

Associations

2010 - Present

Rotary Club

2004 - Present

Tiger Bay Club of Tampa

1990 - Present

Florida Bar

Beta Alpha Psi Accounting Honor Society

2012 - 2014

Tiger Bay Club of Tampa

President

2010 - 2012

Tiger Bay Club of Tampa

Vice President

2009 - 2012

Tiger Bay Club of Tampa

Board of Directors

2001 - 2002

Highrisers Toastmasters

2001 - 2007

Collaborative Family Law Group of Tampa Bay

1998 - 2001

Hillsborough County Bar Association, Marital and Family Law Section

Executive Council

1995 - 2003

Family Law Inns of Court

1992 - 1994

Florida Bar, Family and Criminal Section - Student Education Committee

1991 - 1993

American Bar Association

Education

1990

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

Emory University

BBA Accounting

Speaking Engagements

2011

Presentation to ASQ Section 1508

What's New in Family Law

2003

Family Law Litigation in Florida Seminar

Custody - Fantasy and Realism

2003

Family Law Litigation in Florida Seminar

Initial Interview, Overview, Control and Focus

2003

Equitable Distribution Workshop

Determining the Value of Property

Publications

2018

Florida Dissolution of Marriage (Fla. Bar CLE 13th ed. 2018) Temporary Relief

2016

2014

Florida Dissolution of Marriage (Fla Bar CLE 12th ed 2014) Temporary Relief

2012

Florida Dissolution of Marriage (Fla. Bar CLE 11th ed 2012) Temporary Relief

2010

Florida Dissolution of Marriage (Fla. Bar CLE 9th ed. 2010) Temporary Relief

2008

Florida Dissolution of Marriage (FLa. Bar CLE 9th ed. 2008) Temporary Relief

2006

Florida Dissolution of Marriage (Fla. Bar CLE 8th ed. 2006) Temporary Relief

2004

Florida Dissolution of Marriage (Fla. Bar CLE 7th ed. 2004) Temporary Relief

2002

Florida Dissolution of Marriage (Fla. Bar CLE 6th ed. 2002) Temporary Relief

1998

The Lawyer Gender Neutral Custody Decision Causes Controversy

1994

The Lawyer Starting from Scratch

Languages

English

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