I became a member of the Florida Bar in 1993 over 26 years ago. I have been concentrating my practice on Family law for over 14 years. I am a Florida Supreme Court Family Mediator and a Guardian Ad Litem. I am a former prosecutor, and served as an Assistant State Attorney for over 7 years. I also served as Assistant Staff Counsel for the Florida Bar in the department for lawyer discipline.
I grew up in West Palm Beach, Florida. My dad is a Prosthodontist, and my mom has her own jewelry business. Most of the jewelry I wear was made by my mother. My parents are still working at age 75, and they have been married for over 55 years. I attended North Shore High School (public school), where I was on the swim team, a member of the chorus, and a cheerleader. Coming from a family of GATORS, I attended the University of Florida, and majored in Real Estate and Urban Development. I actually started my legal career as a legal secretary in a Real Estate Law firm. I attended law school at the University of Miami School of Law. I met my husband through a mutual law school friend, and we have been married since May 5, 1996. We have two amazing daughters, who are both following their dreams to become professional dancers. Dani is graduating this year from University of Florida with a BFA degree in Dance, and a BS degree in Digital Arts and Science. Sami is attending FSU and she is working toward a BFA degree in Dance. Yes, we have a house divided! Thanksgiving weekend is always interesting. But, I have really enjoyed supporting both Florida schools. Both my girls attended Blake High School for the Arts, and Progress Village Middle Magnet School for the Arts. I was very involved with my children's after schooll activities and school programs, and felt it was one of the best decisions I made sending them to magnet schools. These schools helped shaped them into incredibly talented and accomplished young adults.
I started my career as an Assistant State Attorney. It was my childhood dream to be a prosecutor, and I really enjoyed that position. I prosecuted cases from misdemeanors to sex crimes. As a prosecutor, I not only developed litigation skills, but I also learned to work with families who were faced with traumatic situations. This experience gave me a solid background to become a family law attorney. I have primarily represented family law clients since 2006. My ability to negotiate and write effectively have also led to my skills as a Family Mediator and Guardian Ad Litem.
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Posted by George | February 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Attorney you want!!!!!!
Monica listened, evaluated and gave her advice. My case was very complicated and complex, Monica was able to negotiate and move things along. We were able to argue and compromise to a common solution. Monica helped me along thru the entire process. I would not have any other attorney but Monica!!!! I...
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...
Posted by Francis | April 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Awesome, Awesome, Awesome
I never thought I would see the light of day with my divorce. I was completely naive to the whole experience and knew that it was going to be a very contested divorce. After I consulted and hired Monica, I was very confident and hopeful that it could be done. Monica used her experienced and expertise...
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 ...
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...
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.
"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!"
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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Client Choice, Avvo
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
2020 - Present
Young Women's Leadership Counsel - Girls with ConfidenceMentor
2006 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2006 - Present
Brandon Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2013
Brandon BalletBoard Member
2011 - 2018
Howard W. Blake Dance AllianceBoard Member, Member
2006 - 2007
Hillsborough County Bar Association, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law SectionMember
2006 - 2006
Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center Development CommitteeMember
2006 - 2009
Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center Gymanstic Booster ClubBoard Member, Donation Committee, Member
2005 - 2011
Valrico Elementary PTAMember
2000 - 2013
Progress Village Middle Magnet School for the Arts Dance Booster ClubPresident
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