Monica Ann Frost

Monica Ann Frost

4.5
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 32 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

400 N. Ashley Drive, Suite 1900, Tampa, FL

About Monica

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 45%

Contested and Uncontested dissolution of marriage proceedings through litigation or agreement involving equitable distribution (distribution of assets and debts), including businesses, retirement funds, real estate, support (alimony or child support), Parenting Plans (parental responsibility, parental rights and time-sharing, military issues, etc.

20 years | 270 cases

45%
Child Custody 30%

Litigation and agreements involving the modification or establishment of a Parenting Plan, including parental responsibility, parental rights, time-sharing, child support, health issues, tax issues, etc.

20 years | 180 cases

30%
Child Support 10%

Litigation or Agreement for Establishment and modification of child support orders by using the child support guidelines, establishing income, health care issues, tax issues, and proceedings for failure to pay child support, handling of related Department of Revenue matters.

21 years | 150 cases

10%
Family 10%

Litigation or agreement of Family law issues such as Paternity, modication of Alimony, Modification of Parenting Issues, Contempt and Enforcement for failure to follow agreements, Related Dependency matters

20 years | 60 cases

10%
Domestic Violence 5%

Preparation and defense of Petitions for Injunction Against Domestic Violence, handle hearings to enter and defend injuncitions, entered and prepared agreements related to domestic violence.

20 years | 30 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 32 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1993

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Frost Family Law, P.A.

400 N. Ashley Drive, Suite 1900, Tampa, FL, 33602

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Monica Ann Frost's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Pricilla | June 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Great attorney

I had a custody case, that eventually we just settled on, but Monica helped me with it the whole way. She was very good at getting things done in time, very efficient. She’s very honest with expectations and she knows exactly what she’s doing. You just let her know what you want, she will let you kno...w right away if it’s realistic and what she can do to help you achieve it. I recommend Monica to anyone in a custody case of any type! Thank you Monica!

Posted by anonymous | April 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Attorney

I HIGHLY recommend Monica Frost if you're in the market for a lawyer! I have been through 2 mediations and 2 trials with her by my side. My divorce and child custody battles were very draining and emotional, as anyone can attest to having been there themselves. It was a blessing having h...er as my attorney! Monica always gave me straight answers, without pulling punches or just "telling me what I wanted to hear". She always responded timely to any questions I had when she wasn't available at that moment. She warned me that we may have to go to trial, on both occasions, and made sure I knew what she needed from me, and what to expect. I went to trial confident, and felt I was well prepared for whatever transpired. During trial Monica was on point, and I could see her experience come into play. She never backed down, knew when to be aggressive, and was quick to add new evidence from cross examinations into the fold. To make a long story short, I have entire albums of family pictures that would not exist without Monica Frost. I did not hesitate to hire her a second time, and I would not hesitate to hire her a third.

Posted by Michael | March 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great job

I hired Monica Frost after my previous lawyer suffered from a medical issue. I actually found her by accident, but because she was upfront and explained how the case could go, I immediately scheduled an appointment and retained her. Monica worked with me on my case from the summer of 2014 till the ...fall of 2015. She devoted hours and discussed all possible outcomes from our several court appearances together. Monica represented me during 1 mediation and 5 court appearances. Every apperance came out in our favor. Monica always told me what she thought was the best option, but from there we always worked to a common goal. Never once did she sugar coat a situation, and I never walked into the court room with any false sense of hope. She always answered every question I had to the best of her knowledge and was quick to respond. I have recommended Monica to many of my friends going through a divorce. The lawyer I had before Monica was a very highly recommended military divorce lawyer, but if I would have to go through this horrible experience again she would be the only lawyer I would hire!

Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Like to mediate because too timid for court

Mrs. Frost is a knowledgeable and principled attorney. She is admittedly good, as long as you go to mediation and can handle everything there. Once there is some conflict in your case, or if the case becomes too contentious, she is not a good advocate. After arguing on my behalf, she changed her opi...nion and began siding with my ex-spouse, yelling and berating me. It is my opinion that she fears confrontation in court, which is why she prefers to settle in mediation.

Monica Frost

Replied last March 18, 2016

I believe my role as a family law attorney is to give my clients an honest view of how I believe a court will rule on their case. It is not my job to be a cheerleader or a talking piece for the client. My job is to advise. There are times when a client doesn’t like to hear that their position is wrong. But, I believe it is better to hear it from me, then to lose in court after expensive litigation. This client has chosen to criticize me, rather than accept culpability.

Posted by Robert | February 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

BEST ATTORNEY EVER - FOR JUST ABOUT ANYONE

WOW! The review posted by Ms. Pamela on 13 March 2015 describes the experience that I also had with Attorney Frost as a client. I am finding it difficult to expound upon such an accurate review that describes Attorney Frost to a tee. Attorney Frost was my attorney for over a six year period litig...ating a VERY ACRIMONIOUS and difficult divorce. Attorney Frost always provided the guidance and expert technical knowhow to keep my case, and more importantly myself, in check. With that being said, I would like to pass on some general information on this life changing event that I acquired which may be of assistance in your decision in hiring an attorney. First and foremost this process is about fair and equitable distribution of marital assets and family issues (child visitation, etc.). Attorney Frost is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator with exceptional negation skills to achieve the courts goals - of fair and equitable distribution. If you are looking for an attorney to make your former spouse “pay” by using fanatical accusations, demands, or just creating a lot of drama to make the other spouse “look bad” then Attorney Frost may not be an attorney for you. There are some attorneys who will play up the accusations, demands and the drama if that is what you want to do and they will gladly let you go down that road. But, remember the more “drama” created the more money you will be paying your attorney. For example, one of the former spouse’s attorneys had me paying her over $400,000.00 dollars by promising her that I would pay for the children’s college, cars, and the like – as in payments UP FRONT. Sadly this was only the beginning. When it was all said and done the former spouse spent over $80,000.00 +++ dollars for almost the same outcome as if she would have “gotten” along. But again, she was going to “make me pay”. I have to admit that I too wanted to “strike/get back” at the former spouse. I guess it was my knee jerk reaction to the continued drama being created. I was an exceptionally difficult client, maybe the worst client Attorney Frost ever had, mostly because I did not understand the process. However, with Attorney Frost guidance and reasonable explanations of what she suggested we do, I soon became her BEST client ever. Besides, by staying focused on the true issues, and not the drama, she saved me a boat load of money. Considering every motion submitted by some other attorneys can cost as much as $500.00+ dollars which my former spouse paid - and there were a lot of them. Hence, the $80,000.00 dollar tad she had to pay. However, (there always is a however) this can turn into a very costly endeavor no matter what you and Attorney Frost try to do, for you cannot control/prevent your former spouse and some attorneys from abusing the court system. But that is another story. When all was said and done I am just relieved and grateful that my attorney was Attorney Frost. Good luck!

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Monica Ann Frost's Lawyer Endorsements

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Derek Byrne

Family lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer!"

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Donald Thompson

Family lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Ms. Frost. She is an excellent attorney who brings a combination of compassion and determination to any case. She is highly skilled and knowledgeable, with more than twenty years of experience. I would trust her with my legal problem without hesitation, and that is the highest endorsement I can give!"

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Nilo Sanchez

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this attorney. I have known Monica for years as a family law attorney and had the pleasure of working with Monica for approximately 2 years. I have always found Monica to be a very ethical, hard working, and a dedicated attorney who is always seeking a resolution that meets her client’s best interest. In short, Monica is an outstanding attorney."

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Courtney Bowes

Family lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Monica many times over the years and she is always an ethical and zealous advocate for her clients. Monica practices with the utmost professionalism and an example for all of us in the community."

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Johnny DeGirolamo

Family lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have gone against Monica on several occasions and she is super professional, cares for her clients, takes a position that you can respect, and in the end has a real passion for what happens ultimately with the children in the matter. I am happy to call her a friend and colleague."

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Amber Boles

Family lawyer | Feb 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have mediated for Ms. Frost many, many times for a number of years. Ms. Frost is always prepared, and has clearly always has meaningful communications with her clients in advance of mediation to ensure the client is prepared. She knows the law and ensures her clients are very well informed as to the range of possibilities the Court process may provide, and the strengths/weaknesses of their case. In short, Ms. Frost provides her clients with the tools necessary for the client to make an informed decision. Ms. Frost zealously advocates for her clients will maintaining professionalism."

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Kari MacDonald

Family lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had many cases with Monica as the opposing attorney both currently and in the past. I think she is knowledgeable, detail oriented and her heart is in the right place for this type of work. She always puts her clients’ needs first and not her fee. I have recommended her numerous times in the past and will continue to do so."

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Carl Ohall

Family lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Monica is a dedicated, hard working and smart lawyer prepared to take a case to trial, or resolve a case at mediation, always thinking in the best interests of her client."

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Mara Shaughnessy

Unknown lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Wendy Mcginnis

Family lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Monica is a compassionate skilled attorney with many years of experience in family law. I have had cases with her as the opposing counsel and found her to be a competent attorney and very professional."

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Jacob Sapochnick

Alimony lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Betty Jones

Family lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amber Boles

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Mary Corn

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Kari MacDonald

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Wendy Mcginnis

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Carl Ohall

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Dawn Chapman

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Client Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2018 - 2020

Associate, Sanchez & Associates, P.A.

2014 - 2018

Associate, Shaughnessy Law

2004 - 2014

Owner/President, The Law Office of Monica A. Frost

2001 - 2004

Assistant State Attorney, Hillsborough County State Attorneys Office, Tampa, Fl

1998 - 1999

Assistant Staff Counsel, The Florida Bar Department Of Lawyer Regulation

1994 - 1998

Assistant State Attorney, Polk County (Fl) State Attorney's Office

1993 - 1994

Associate, The Law Office of Bohden Neswiacheny

Associations

2020 - Present

Young Women's Leadership Counsel - Girls with Confidence

Mentor

2006 - Present

Hillsborough County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2006 - Present

Brandon Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2013

Brandon Ballet

Board Member

2011 - 2018

Howard W. Blake Dance Alliance

Board Member, Member

2006 - 2007

Hillsborough County Bar Association, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section

Member

2006 - 2006

Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center Development Committee

Member

2006 - 2009

Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center Gymanstic Booster Club

Board Member, Donation Committee, Member

2005 - 2011

Valrico Elementary PTA

Member

2000 - 2013

Progress Village Middle Magnet School for the Arts Dance Booster Club

President

Education

1993

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

University of Florida

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

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2014

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2013

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2012

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2011

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2010

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2009

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2008

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2007

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2006

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2006

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General Law Topics

2005

Great American Teach-In

Becoming A Lawyer

Publications

2020

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Languages

English

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