Justine A. Elias

Justine A. Elias

5.0
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 21 years

Animal law Lawyer at Saint Petersburg, FL
Practice Areas: Animal Law, Defective and Dangerous Products, Wrongful Death, International Law

4684 25th Street N, Saint Petersburg, FL

About Justine

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Animal Law 50%

Ms. Mikolaitis recently opened South Florida's first law practice exclusively devoted to animal law.

14 years

50%
Defective and Dangerous Products 20%

Ms. Mikolaitis served as local and regional defense counsel on high-exposure products liability cases, specifically, tire and aviation matters.

16 years

20%
International Law 10%

While receiving her B.A. in Spanish/Business, Ms. Mikolaitis spent a semester studying the Spanish language and Mexican Legal System in Guadalajara. After Ms. Mikolaitis obtained her J.D., she received an LL.M. at the University of Miami School of Law in Inter-American Law. The Master of Laws program is designed for attorneys to advise clients about conducting business in that region.

14 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 21 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2004

Member in Good Standing

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Location

Law Offices of Justine A. Elias

4684 25th Street N, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33714

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Justine A. Elias's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Joyce Branch | October 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Animal Law

Thank God for Ms. Mikolaitis

Ms. Mikolaitis was more than excellent. She saved me from being completely victimized by a person with no apparent character. I purchased a dog for breeding from a breeder in Florida. The dog's testicles did not descend. The breeder tried every trick in the book to avoid remedy for the unfit for ...purchase dog and Ms. Mikolaitis stopped every attempt. Ms. Mikolaitis was completely available to me, returning every call in a timely manner, she was completely competent and professional and stayed on top of every maneuver the breeder attempted to avoid remedy and there were many. I could not ever find the words to say what an excellent job she did in protecting my rights and keeping me informed. She protected me and saved me from the victimization that had already occurred. I more than highly recommend her to anyone that needs help in this area, to not be made a victim. She is the best in every way.

Posted by Manny | April 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

ESA

I called Justine pertaining to my landlord giving me a hard time concerning my prescribed ESA. Justine immediately took my case and went to work right away. Justine didn't waste a day working on my case and before I knew it she had collected all the documentation she needed to send to my landlord. Ju...stine's sense of urgency made me feel like she was more than my attorney but also someone that actually cares for her clients. Whenever I texted her or called her she was always available. I'm very satisfied with her work and her fee is very reasonable. I definitely recommend her to anyone having an issue with their landlord or condo association pertaining to their ESA or service animal. She gets five stars from me. Thank you Justine.

Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Helped Me Enforce a Real Estate Contract With a Buyer

A week before closing, I received a call from my agent that the Buyers were trying to cancel my real estate contract on a $450K deal, and wanted to offer me half the escrow deposit. I was sick over it. Justine reviewed the contract, advised me to deny the cancellation their agent was sending over and... refuse to sign it. She mentored me to pursue mediation and/ or a lawsuit to enforce on a specific provision. The buyers backed down and went through with the contract. THANK YOU JUSTINE!!!!

Posted by Andrea | June 23, 2015 | Civil Rights

4 months no more problems, Thank you Justine

Moved to Florida to be with my mother in the late stages of lung cancer. I brought my emotional support dog with me. I had to show the association my psychiatric letter, current rabies, all other inoculations that are required. I was being harassed by not only the residents but the Community Associa...tion Manager confronted me and started to scream that i should take my dog and walk him ONLY around my property. I stared back at her and recorded the entire conversation.The Fair Housing Act had to be enforced, I saw I was going to need an attorney because they hired an attorney. I went online to find an attorney who knows all the legalities pertaining to Emotional Support animals and rules and regulations of Associations. I was impressed with Justine's testimonials and decided to give her a call, Justine called me back 7pm on a Friday night. she asked me questions I never thought of. Long story short soon as I hired her , the harassment stopped. She returned every call in a reasonable amount of time. Apprised me of any new issues and always tackled it head on. I needed action the stress of my mother and this Association was giving me anxiety. 4 months after hiring Justine my worries were put to rest. I take my dog to the Dog park on the week ends and every few weeks I hear a horror story about an association I immediately recommend and pass along Justine's information. Because she's an expert. Justine brings Justice to your issue.

Posted by Sandy | June 08, 2014

Justine fought for justice for Buffy. Justice is not an enemy

Justine devoted a significant portion of the last year to seek justice for my Buffy. She does right for the right reasons. While her website is a work in progress, I encourage all of you to visit her page and learn more about her. Justine comes most highly recommended by me

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Justine A. Elias's Lawyer Endorsements

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Peter Sautter

Animal law lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Justine fully. She has immense knowledge of animal law and should be the first person to go to with animal-related legal issues."

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Paul Vicary

Animal law lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Justine is an excellent lawyer whose tenacity and passion for her work and clients are most impressive. Her knowledge in the area of animal law is unparalleled."

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Anthony Quackenbush

Animal law lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Friend

"Justine is one of the best attorneys I know. She is highly intelligent and is an extremely hard worker. I know that Justine cares deeply for the animals she fights for."

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Managing Member, The Law Firm of Justine A. Mikolaitis PLLC

Associations

2013 - 2015

Florida Bar

Animal Law Committee

Education

N/A

Stetson University College of Law

law

Languages

Spanish

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