Julia Best Chase

Julia Best Chase

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense

120 S. Willow Ave., Tampa, FL

About Julia

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 70%

Contested, uncontested and collaborative divorce.

29 years

70%
Child Custody 15%

Establishing parental responsibility and timesharing for unmarried parents.

29 years

15%
Domestic Violence 10%

Domestic violence, repeat violence, stalking, and dating violence.

39 years

10%
Criminal Defense 5%

Jury trials and bench trials

39 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 50-425 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 38 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1987

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 38 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1987

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 39 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1986

License Administratively Revoked

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Julia Best Chase, P.A.

120 S. Willow Ave., Tampa, FL, 33606

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Julia Best Chase's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Family

Posted by Jason Mills | November 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Absolutely Outstanding Attorney - Best Decision I Ever Made

Hiring Julia Chase to represent me in my divorce case involving children was the best decision I ever made. From beginning to end, each step of the process was timely communicated and thoroughly explained. The office staff is a true team and the office runs like a well-oiled machine - top notch com...munication between clients and staff; and excellent organizational skills. Julia is very experienced and has an outstanding reputation in her field. She is very skillful, clever, confident and operates with the highest degree of integrity. I could go on and on. The bottom line is Julia is an absolutely outstanding attorney. I cannot emphasize enough how highly I recommend Julia Chase to anyone seeking representation in family law. Thanks so much Julia, Laura, Ashley, and Stephanie!

Posted by Johnny | October 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Light at the End of the Tunnel

Julia Best Chase came highly recommended by a family friend. I feel very fortunate to have found an attorney with integrity, genuine concern for my case, and knowledge of family law. Mine was an alimony case which my ex-wife was awarded permanent, life-time, alimony. When her circumstances changed, ...to her good, we found she was no longer in need of the support. The matter was resolved in mediation through Ms. Chase' tenacious, professional persistence. We came to an agreement we both could live with and didn't have to proceed to court. Ms. Chase surpassed my expectations. I was very happy with the outcome and I appreciate the hours Ms. Chase, and her team, worked to get me to this place. I would recommend Julia to anyone in need of great representation!

Posted by Carrie | May 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best investment For A Better Future

From day one, Ms. Chase was optimistic but realistic, precise but concise, disarming but professional, and already in my corner without being adversarial towards other parties. She answered all questions and explained many scenarios. I felt at ease with her demeanor and confident in her expertise and... integrity. All parties took part in a collaborative process that served our family best. It was a difficult case that would have been much rockier and more detrimental to our family had the collaboration not been managed and guided by Ms. Chase. She is a strong advocate with a lengthy trial history that she uses to strategize every step of the way. I'm not only still standing; my foundation and outlook are stronger than I could have imagined or ever realized with other representation. Firm financial footing was a key element but maintaining strong relationships is her and her clients' number one focus.

Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family

She is the one.

Mrs. Chase is incredibly savvy, wise, strategic, as well as compassionate. Her resume is extensive with various specialties in her background which means that if your case is complicated, she has the unique ability to see all legal sides and strategize accordingly. Do not be scared off by her fees,... because for one thing, if your family is on the line, you absolutely need her. Secondly, she is very careful and responsible with your money, and will be very fair in her billing. Julia is kind and compassionate, and will do her best to bring peace to you as you go through this. She also will not fill your head with bravado and false confidence; she will tell you every possibility and worse case scenario, which you need to hear in order to make the right decisions. No lawyer has a crystal ball, so run from any of them that tell you what your outcome is going to be. Julia has chops, I can tell you, and she is terrifying to the other side while maintaining professionalism and class.

Posted by Greg | March 12, 2015 | Family

Compassionate, Knowledgable and Professional

Julia represented me during a DVI from my then-wife and successfully had the case dismissed. She also handled my rather unusual divorce with patience, professionalism and aplomb. Julie genuinely cares about her clients and her diligent preparation, dedication and follow-through yields real results. I... highly recommend Julia and her legal team to anyone facing a family law case.

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Julia Best Chase's Lawyer Endorsements

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Frances Martinez

Family lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Veenstra

Family lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had the pleasure of opposing Ms. Chase in family and find her to be a staunch yet professional advocate for her clients. I am pleased to endorse this lawyer."

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Linda Braithwaite

Family lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Julia is not only a very competent attorney, but she one of the most compassionate and giving lawyers in this profession, more specifically in the area of family law."

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Stann Givens

Family lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Julia Best Chase does a very good job for her clients and is very professional and ethical in the work that she does."

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Johanne Valois-Shoffstall

Family lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known and worked with Julia Best Chase for almost 20 years. Julia is knowledgeable, talented, dedicated and ethical. I short, she is an asset to our profession."

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Blair Chan

Family lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Julia is fantastic! I endorse her without reservation."

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Dean Tsourakis

Family lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Julia throughout her career and can truly say that she is one of the best lawyers that I know. I frequently seek her out for advice in handling my cases."

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Marcia Locke

Family lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known Julia for years; beginning in the 1980's when we were Assistant State Attorneys in Hillsborough County. She continues to retain the highest ethical standards. She cares deeply about her clients. She represents them all with zeal, a wealth of knowledge, and good common sense!"

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Regina Hunter

Family lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Julia Best Chase. As a fellow Family Law attorney, I can attest to her knowledge of Family Law, Trial Skills, superior ethical standards, and highest level of professionalism. I highly recommend Attorney Julia Best Chase."

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Sonya Colon

Family lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Bubley

Family lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very good family law litigator with the highest professionalism and court room decorum."

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Allison Perry

Family lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Julia is brilliant, hard working, and also has a big heart. I am an appellate attorney, so I get to see a lot of the family law attorneys' work and Julia does outstanding work and also is reasonably priced. If I needed a family law attorney, Julia would be first on my list to call."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2005

Theodor Millison Professionalism Award, Tampa Family Law Inn of Court

Work Experience

1998 - 2000

Criminal Defense Lawyer, Suarez & Wardell, P.A.

1987 - 1997

Assistant State Attorney, Hillsborough State Attorney's Office

Associations

1998 - Present

Stann W. Givens Family Law Inn of Court of Tampa

Master- Past Memebership Chair 2004-2012

1987 - Present

Hillsborough County Bar Association

Member - Past Chair Family Law Section Exec. Counsel 2006-07

2016 - 2018

Guardian ad Litem Program Thirteeth Circuit

Certified Guardian ad Litem

2015 - 2017

Next Generation Divorce

Committee Chair for Reduced Rate Collaberative Process

1988 - 1990

Florida Highway Patrol

Auxillary Instructor

Education

1986

Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Goucher College

B.A. Biology

1978

Long Island Lutheran High School

High School Diploma

Speaking Engagements

2019

Advanced Family Law

Violence Injunctions

2018

As the Judge Sees it: Top Mistakes Attorney's Make in Family Court

Moderator for Judicial Forum with Judges from Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco Counties

2016

Brandon Bar CLE

Contempt

2015

Advanved Family Law

Author/Speaker "Effectively Agruing Contempt Issues."

2014

What Family Law Judges Want You to Know

Moderator for panel discussion with judges from Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco Counties

2013

Advanced Family Law

Author/Speaker "Complex Asset Cases" and "Violence in the Home."

2007

Successful Financial Settlements for Your Divorce Client

Author/Speaker "Tax Matters and Ramifications in Divorce"

2007

Child Relocation

Sole speaker and author of material addressing the newly enacted F.S. 61.13001 Parental Relocation With A Child.

2005

Negotiating the Best Possible Settlement for Divorce Clients in Florida

Author/Speaker on comprehensive materials on modifications of custody.

2004

How to Help Your Client Survive a Child Custody Evaluation in Florida

Co-Speaker with Kathryn Kuehnle, Ph.D. Authored "Initial Communication", "Advising the Client", "Ethical Considerations" and "Responding to the Evaluation Report."

2004

A Roadmap Through Florida Divorce Proceedings

Author/Speaker on "Custody Arrangements" a comprehensive discussion of initial custody determinations, child support calculations and the modifications thereto.

2002

on Family Law Update Seminar: Handling Relocation –

Author/Speaker on materials on the burden of proof necessary for the relocation of children under F.S. 61.13 (2)(d) 1997.

Publications

2017

Open Palm Press [Book] Champions of Collaborative Divorce (Volume 1: Tampa Bay) Chapter 3 The Collaborative Process: Resolving the Problem of Russian Roulette

2003

Lawyer Magizine The Burden of Relocation: Parts I and II

Languages

English

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