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Jessica Meredith Felix
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Jessica has extensive knowledge and experience in the area of Marital and Family Law. She prides herself on her dedication to her cases and clients. She is a strategic and effective advocate who spends the time and effort to make sure that her clients understand the process, the law, the possible outcomes, and the risks of either going to court or settling their cases.
Jessica’s practice consists primarily of mediating family law disputes. When Jessica is not mediating, she also represents clients through the collaborative divorce process and testifies as a fee expert in family law matters.
Jessica has been practicing law since 2002. Before opening Felix & Baseman, she was a partner at Older, Lundy & Alvarez where she proficiently litigated and mediated Marital and Family Law matters. Prior to that, Jessica was an associate of the law firm of Swope, Rodante, P.A. where she practiced in the areas of insurance coverage, insurance bad faith, personal injury, and product liability.
Jessica is a member of the Florida Bar, the Hillsborough County Bar Association, the Family Law Section of the Hillsborough County Bar Association, and the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar. Jessica is a member of several collaborative organizations, including, the Collaborative Law Section of the Hillsborough County Bar Association, the Tampa Bay Academy of Collaborative Professionals (TBACP), the Florida Academy of Collaborative Professionals (FACP) and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP). She is currently co-chair of Tampa Bay Academy of Collaborative Professionals and has previously been the secretary and a board member of the organization. Jessica was also a former conference co-chair for the FACP, and a former co-chair of the Collaborative Law Section of the Hillsborough County Bar Association.
Jessica has been collaboratively trained since 2010 and has been a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator since 2015.
Jessica has authored several articles on family law related matters and has been a speaker at a number of continuing education courses, conferences and legal functions regarding family law litigation, discovery, trial preparation and collaborative family law practice.
Jessica earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from Emory University in 1998; and her Juris Doctorate Degree, cum laude, from the Florida State University College of Law in 2002. While at Emory she worked with the Department of Psychiatry in a research-based preschool for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
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Licensed in Florida for 23 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2002
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Felix & Baseman, LLC
3714 West Horatio Street, Tampa, FL, 33609
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Posted by Janette | December 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
One of the best in the Tampa Bay area
Jessica and her team are knowledgeable, professional and compassionate. Divorce is very difficult, and Jessica handled the settlement gingerly but very matter of fact. She is extremely knowledgeable and fair, she gave me great advice, and did an excellent job at explaining the process and all the mov...
Posted by Jaclynn | March 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Jessica Felix review
I appreciated that Jessica was both detail-oriented (helping to point out little things that would be useful to request in my parenting plan) while also helping me to be efficient with her hours to keep keep costs down. She was quick to return emails and very available to answer questions. While noth...
Posted by Trey | April 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Unequivocally Recommend
In 2012 I hired Jessica Felix to represent me in a Family Law divorce case. As many are aware, this can be an extremely difficult process and finding an attorney that cares and is equipped to handle your case is not always easy to do. During the time Jessica and I worked together I found her to be ve...
Posted by Amanda B. | September 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
WORTH EVERY DIME; FIRST LAWYER AND WOULD USE MS. FELIX AGAIN IF NEEDED
Ms. Felix did everything she could to make sure my case was handled correctly. Her patience with the Respondents attorney and clerk was impressive. She responded to my concerns as prompt as possible and kept me informed. I would recommend Jessica Felix to anyone who is in need of someone that is act...
Posted by anonymous | December 18, 2014 | Family
My First Lawyer, My Best Lawyer
Ms. Felix proved to be a perfect fit for my personal Family Law legal needs. I required strong, ethical, compassionate, and communicative legal support to help guide me through a simple, yet contentious divorce. Whenever I reached out for advice, she always responded very quickly and personally... ...
Jessica Meredith Felix's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have the pleasure of knowing Jessica as a colleague and as a friend for more almost seven (7) years. Jessica has a vast knowledge of family law. Not only is she is a zealous advocate, she is also a skilled mediator. I recently settled a case with Jessica serving as the mediator that I truly do not think would have not had the same outcome if it were not for Jessica. When Jessica and I have cases against each other I know that she will be prepared but most important, when she gives me her word, I trust it implicitly. Jessica will be successful for many years to come"
"Jessica & I worked together previously. I have also worked as opposing counsel on several matters with her. She's professional & a great advocate for her clients. She's also a great mediator!"
"I've litigated with Ms. Felix on a highly complicated time sharing matter. Ms. Felix is bright, professional, and extremely hard working. She is a compliment to our profession."
"I have worked with Jessica as opposing counsel on contentious family law matters and I regularly mediate with Jessica. Jessica is always professional and extremely knowledgeable. She does a great job and is a pleasure to work with. I highly endorse Jessica Felix."
"Jessica is a dedicated attorney and fantastic mediator! I strongly endorse Jessica."
"I have had the pleasure to work with Jessica both as an opposing counsel in my cases and have utilized her as a mediator for my cases. She is highly professional, knowledgeable and a joy to work with. I recommend her highly."
"I am pleased to endorse this lawyer. I have had to the pleasure to work with Jessica on multiple family law matters and have found her to be knowledgeable, professional, and prepared."
"I have been working with Jessica for almost a decade. She was the first attorney that my partner and I brought into our firm and we haven't regretted that decision for even a second ever since. Jessica is often the perfect voice of reason in the middle of a crisis. She cares deeply about her clients and their children and she has always been outstanding and exercising sound and reasonable judgment, and therefore delivering excellent legal advice, no how complicated or tense a case may be. Jessica is one of the best family law attorneys I know."
"Jessica is a true advocate for her clients. Jessica always provides intelligent, knowledgeable, and thoughtful representation in family or other legal matters. She stands by her clients through what can be a difficult process. Jessica’s ability to provide guidance, wisdom, and compassionate representation, as well as her excellent reputation and credibility in the legal community are what set her apart from other attorneys."
"I could not have a better mentor - Jessica has taught me the ins and outs of family law, with patience! She has an immense knowledge of the law and is always honest and up front with clients about what they should expect. She is so hardworking, and that coupled with her intelligence makes her a force to be reckoned with!"
"Jessica Felix is a fantastic lawyer. She understands the delicate issues related to family law and is great at helping her clients during very difficult situations. She is also a tiger in court and a force to be reckoned with. I highly recommend Jessica."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2011
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Partner, Felix & Baseman, LLC
2006 - 2016
Partner, Older, Lundy & Alvarez
2002 - 2004
Associate, Swope, Rodante, PA
Associations
2017 - Present
The Centre for WomenBoard of Directors
2017 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMentoring Committee
2014 - Present
Tampa Bay Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2006 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2006 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2002 - Present
Florida BarMember
2002 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2018
Hillsborough County Bar Association, Family Law SectionExecutive Committee Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Divorce
Post Judgement
Child Support Modification
Alimony Modification
Division of Assets
Paternity
Collaborative Divorce
Timesharing Modification
Education
2015
Supreme Court of Florida
Certified Family Law Mediator
2014
Tampa Bay Collaborative Divorce Group
Advanced Collaborative Training- Moving from the "I" to the "We"
2010
2-day Basic Training in Collaborative Law with Janet Brumley
2 Day Basic Training Course- Dallas, Texas
2002
Florida State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Emory University
BA
Speaking Engagements
2013
A Paralegal's Guide- Divorce Cases from Start to Finish
Initial Interviewing and Pleadings, Discovery Guidelines, Child Support and Custody Issues
2012
Handling Divorce Cases from Start to Finish
Getting Divorce Case off on the Right Foot; Dividing Assets and Debts Equitably; Completing the Divorce
2011
Divorce Litigation: From Start to Finish
Effective Use of Discovery; Pre-trial Motions Practice and Settlement Strategies; Trial of a Divorce Case
Publications
2012
Hillsborough County Bar Association Lawyer Magazine
The State of Collaborative Law in Florida
2011
The Florida Bar Family Law Section Commentator
Using a Guardian Ad Litem in a Dissolution of Marriage Action Involving Children
Languages
English
Activity
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