Richard T. DePippo

Richard T. DePippo

4.2
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 20 years

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

1000 West Cass Street, Tampa, FL

About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Alimony 20%

21 years

20%
Child Custody 20%

21 years

20%
Child Support 20%

21 years

20%
Family 20%

21 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 100-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 20 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2005

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Older Lundy Alvarez & Koch

1000 West Cass Street, Tampa, FL, 33606

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Richard T. DePippo's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

Posted by Marcus | April 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

An outstanding family law attorney

Richard DePippo has been my family law attorney for the last five years and now I consider him a friend. He has handled my case through dozens of filings, motions, and poured over thousands and thousands of pages of documents over the years and has never been anything less than a phenomenal attorney ...and advisor. His knowledge of family law is flawless, he is a fantastic negotiator, and each time in court and then for our final hearing; his preparation was outstanding and every argument he made was picture perfect, in the end winning my case in a landslide victory. I couldn't have asked for or found a better attorney, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for representation.

Posted by Reid | December 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Look no further

I hired Mr. DePippo for my paternity case after two other attorneys were unable to execute my case. Richard is very professional and thorough. I was very impressed with all dealings with him and the firm he is with. Very highly recommended.

Posted by Paulina Vasilakos-Emmenegger | June 23, 2015

Phenomenal attorney and a great guy to boot.

I can't say enough good things about Rick. He is extremely aggressive at achieving the best outcome for his clients. He truly cares and empathizes with what they are going through. He is spectacular in the courtroom and gets things done. He settled the longest running case in Pinellas County, my cas...e, which speaks for itself. In fourteen years of litigation, I have experienced most of the top attorneys of the Tampa Bay area. Rick is at the top of my list!

Posted by Kristen | June 19, 2015

Simply the best for Family Law

Rick is an outstanding attorney and I would highly recommend him. He is honest in his expectations and doesn’t overpromise. Rick took the time to get to know my custody situation thoroughly. It was a high complexity case with several expert witnesses and Rick did an amazing job. Throughout the case, ...he encouraged working collaboratively with my ex-husband to avoid incurring the extra costs associated with a trial and to get the best situation for our daughter. Never did I feel that Rick was only looking to make money. I know he sincerely cares for my daughter’s wellbeing and my best interests. I found an attorney who exemplifies integrity, honesty and a genuine concern for his clients. I wouldn’t consider using anyone else for family law.

Posted by anonymous | June 17, 2015

Lawyer with Integrity

Rick has always been honest with us about the process, the law, and possible outcomes. He has always worked with integrity and we trust him to work within the law and protect our interests to the best of his ability.

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Richard T. DePippo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jessica Felix

Family lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"Before working with Rick at the same firm I had the pleasure of working with him on several cases where he was opposing counsel. I have always found him to be ethical, aggressive, creative, attentive to his clients and the case and willing to consider the best solution to difficult family law matters. I highly recommend Rick DePippo."

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Benjamin Older

Family lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rick is a great lawyer who cares about his cases. He is a tactician and an excellent advocate and litigator. Prior to Rick and I working together, I had multiple occasions to have cases against Rick. I experienced him to be a worthy advocate who always represented the case in the best interest of his clients. Clearly, my decision to hire him to work at my firm after litigating against him speaks volumes for my respect for him."

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Karen Middlekauff

Family lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"Rick is an amazing litigator. He is no-nonsense, and knows how to make sure that a client can fast-track their case to a resolution. He is committed to settlement, but will also fearlessly represent a client in court when required to meet their needs."

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Mario Torres

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. DePippo and I worked together for some time at a small boutique law firm and we have been advasaries since that time. Mr. DePippo has always comported himself with the utmost professionalism and he is an excellent divorce/dissolution attorney. I highly recommend Mr. DePippo."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2005 - 2011

Attorney, Boire & Depippo, P.L.

Associations

2005 - Present

Hillsborough County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Hillsborough County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2005 - Present

Family Law Section Executive Council

Member

Education

2004

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

St. Leo University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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