Maria Pitelis is a results-driven family law attorney with over 20 years of experience helping Florida families navigate divorce, custody, and support disputes. She combines strategic advocacy with a compassionate approach, guiding clients through challenging situations while protecting their interests.
Maria handles all aspects of family law, including divorce, custody, child support, alimony, property division, relocation, and domestic violence injunctions. As a certified Florida mediator, she helps families reach fair, practical resolutions—but when court is necessary, she fights vigorously for her clients’ rights.
A graduate of Stetson University and Stetson University College of Law, Maria began her legal career at the State Attorney’s Office and has built a proven track record of trusted advocacy and personalized guidance.
Outside the office, Maria enjoys running, yoga, and attending comic-book conventions with her husband, Tom, and their three children.
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300 Jeffords Street, Suite B, Clearwater, FL, 33756
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Posted by cj | February 4, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I had the unfortunate need to retain an attorney during an ugly divorce, but I can confidently say that I could not have asked for better representation. Mrs. Pitelis and her team were always there for me, whether I was dealing with an emergent situation regarding my children or providing much needed...
Thank you for your kind words! It was a pleasure representing you during this difficult time.
Posted by Michael | November 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Maria always stayed in contact and was sensitive to my feel.she genuinely cared about my cases and made me feel like I was apart of her family.
Posted by Becky | October 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney
When my exhusband and I separated, it took a while to get through everything. I hired Maria to finish it up so I could move on with my life. Best decision ever! She is professional, thorough, down-to-earth and really knows her stuff. Everything got wrapped up quickly and she even helped me when my e...
Posted by Shannon | September 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Maria has been my attorney throughout the ordeal of my divorce. If you want someone that is passionate and will fight for you and get you what you deserve then she is the one to use. Very reasonable, down to earth, and passionate.
Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Failed to notify me that she had quit the firm one month prior to court date. Worked with me 2 1/2 years, never returned phone calls or responded to e-mails. Was very difficult to consult with.
Unfortunately, even if I wanted to notify you that I was exiting a law firm, the Rules Regulating the Florida Bar do not allow me to do that. A letter has to be sent to the client that has been approved by both the exiting attorney and the law firm. You would have gotten a copy of that letter.
"Maria is a terrific attorney with a passion for helping her clients and for doing so efficiently. I happily recommend her to my own clients and friends for their family law needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Pitelis is a very knowledgable attorney. She is professional, hard working and has a good reputation among the family law community in the Tampa Bay Area."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Pitelis is an effective advocate for her clients and represents them well."
"I have personally referred clients to Maria and have seen her in action. She's a great attorney and a great person at that. I highly recommend Maria to anyone in need of assistance with divorce or child custody issues."
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Toaster master award, Maria Pitelis
2011 - Present
Senior Associate, Trask, Metz, & Daigneault, LLP
2007 - 2011
Owner, Maria G. Pitelis P.A.
2003 - 2006
Attorney, Kantaras & Andreopoulos
2022 - Present
FLAFCCBoard Member, Officer
2014 - Present
Clearwater Bar AssociationChair of the Family Law Section
2013 - Present
Next Generation Divorce the Collaborative SolutionMember
2011 - Present
BNIExecutive Committee Member
2009 - Present
Canakaris Inns of CourtBoard Member, Officer
2004 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionMember
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