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  • Clearwater, FL
  • Licensed for 16 years
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About Gary

Gary E. Williams is the founding attorney at the Clearwater legal office, The Law Firm for Family Law. He established the firm with one mission: to assist clients as they go through changes in their lives in a manner that demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and compassion. In addition, Mr. Williams is a certified divorce financial analyst, and was selected for inclusion in the Florida Super Lawyers Rising Stars℠ list of 2013. To find out more about working with Attorney Williams, contact the firm today!

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Practice areas

FamilyAppealsChild custodyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 50%

    The vast majority of our cases involve divorce. Those cases will inherently involve the issues of equitable distribution of the assets of the parties and they may also involve alimony, children's issues, or complex financial issues. Gary Williams is a Board Certified Specialist in Marital and Family Law and he is familiar with all of the nuances of divorce cases.

    15 years, 1,852 cases

  2. Child custody: 35%

    Florida has actually done away with the use of the term "Child Custody" and it now speaks in terms of "Parental Responsibility" and "Time-sharing." Cases involving children can be among the most difficult cases that there are in the area of family law. As a veteran of a custody fight himself - Gary understands what you are dealing with and he knows how to best prepare your case for presentation to the Court

    15 years, 657 cases

  3. Appeals: 10%

    Family Law Appeals are relatively uncommon. Family Law Judges have a great deal of "discretion" to do equity to the parties in a divorce and, therefore, it can be difficult to overturn a trial court's decision. However, Judges do sometimes, despite their best efforts, get it wrong and in those situations you want an expert in family law preparing your appellate brief.

    15 years, 30 cases

  4. Family: 5%

    My law firm, The Law Firm For Family Law, concentrates it practice in all areas of law involving family issues. Divorce, children's issues, child support, enforcement of Court Orders and Judgments, Wills, Trusts, Estates, Guardianships and Family Law Appeals.

    15 years, 120 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Gary E. Williams, Attorney at Law

2629 McCormick Drive
Suite # 101
Clearwater, FL, 33759

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    FLMember in Good Standing200510/11/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers1
    Legal guides6
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    AV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2019
    Top Attorneys 10 RatingAVVO2019
    Super LawyerSuperLawyers2019
    AV Preeminent RatedMartindale Hubbell2019
    Tampa's Top AttorneysSuper Lawyers2019
    Top Lawyers of TampaSuper Lawyers 20122018
    Certified Family Trial LawyerAmerican Bar Association2015
    Rising StarSuperLawyers2015
    Rising StarSuper Lawyers2013
    Board Certified Expert in Marital & Family LawFlorida Bar2013
    Client Distinction AwardMartindale-Hubbell2013
    Certificate of Advanced Training in Collaborative DivorceInternational Association of Collaborative Professionals2011
    Family Law MediatorFlorida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator2011
    MemberContinential Who's Who2010
    Certified Divorce Financial AnalystInterntational Association of Divorce Financial Analyst2010
    Certification as Collaborative Divorce AttorneyInternational Association of Collaborative Professionals2009
    Dean's Award for Extraordinary ServiceStetson University College of Law2005
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Attorney at Law and Founder of the FirmThe Law Firm for Family Law2005 - Present
    Administrator of the FirmCatherine W. Real, Attorney at Law, PA2000 - 2003
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Institute of Divorce Financial AnalystCertified Divorce Financial Analyst2012 - Present
    United States Supreme Court BarMember2011 - Present
    Next Generation DivorceMember2010 - Present
    International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsCollaborative Divorce Attorney2009 - Present
    Leadership PinellasMember2009 - Present
    Canakaris American Inn of CourtMember2006 - Present
    St. Petersburg Bar AssociationMember2005 - Present
    Clearwater Bar AssociationMember2005 - Present
    American Bar AssociationMember2005 - Present
    Florida Bar AssociationMember2005 - Present
    International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember2004 - Present
    American Association for JusticeMember2004 - Present
    Tampa Bay Collaborative Divorce InstitutePresident2010 - 2011
    Pinellas County Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2005 - 2010
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Stetson University College of LawJD - Juris Doctor2005
    Florida Institute of TechnologyMA - Masters1992
    Eckerd CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts1990
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    St. Petersburg College Paralegal ConferenceThe Effective Use of Paralegals in the Practice of Family Law2011

    Reviews

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    Great counsel

    Posted by

    I was a client of Mr Williams. He represented me through this difficult process with professionalism and with an eye towards a workable resolution
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Competent and trusted

    Posted by

    Gary Williams is a knowledgeable, effective and trusted law professional, with ample experience in family practice. He worked on a delicate divorce case with me, and was able to reach a fair and satisfactory agreement in a friendly negotiated process. Gary and his office staff are attentive and responsive.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Wonderful Attorney

    Posted by

    Mr. Gary Williams is a smart, thoughtful, knowledgeable and tenacious attorney. We recently settled an ongoing dispute regarding the enforcement of the terms of a prenuptial agreement. It was an arduous and frustrating 5 year long process as my ex fought us every step of the way. Mr. Williams and his staff stood by me through this whole ordeal with understanding and patience and ending up getting me a deal that was fair and protected me from my ex. My ex is a very vindictive person and I was concerned he may seek retribution now that the case was settled. Mr. Williams took my concerns to heart and included language in the settlement barring him from harassing me in the future. That meant a lot to me. His staff is also wonderful. Very professional and helpful. In addition, Mr. Williams’s staff ending up saving me some money on fees as he is able to delegate certain tasks to paralegals and other staff members that bill at a much lower rate. My ex initially had a lawyer that had no staff and ended up paying much higher legal fees as everything his attorney did was billed at the attorney’s rate. Mr. Williams and his staff are wonderful allies to have in trying times. I highly recommend The Law Firm for Family Law and Mr. Gary Williams if you find yourself going through such times.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Great Lawyer and Advocate

    Posted by

    Gary and his staff are awesome! While divorce isn't something we all strive to go through, he makes the process much easier. He is knowledgeable, determined and looks out for the best interest of his clients and their children. He and his staff communicate well and provide assistance when needed. He isn't just my family law attorney, he is a friend. Even after my divorce, there are still issues that arise and questions that need to be answered. He is always there to answer questions and guide me through the "post divorce" years as well. I highly recommend Gary Williams and the team at The Law Firm for Family Law.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Professional and well respected family law attorney.

    Posted by

    I came to Mr. Williams for help in a very difficult situation. Gary was very kind in listening and with helping me to make important decisions. He was professional at all times and gained my trust quickly. I respect the qualifications required to become Board Certified as a specialist in his field, and was certainly one of the qualifications I researched when choosing him as my case would require the best. I also would like to share my appreciation for his office staff who were very efficient and extremely helpful. I have, and will continue, to recommend others to his services.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Excellent

    Posted by

    Everything in my collaborative divorce was handled smoothly, couldn't have asked for a better attorney to make sure everything was fair and smooth. Thanks Gary!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Excellent

    Posted by

    Divorce is the first step done! Now ex husband wants to lower alimony. Thank goodness I have Gary Williams and his staff to help me out again. Confidence is the key.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Highly Recommend Gary Williams, Esq.

    Posted by

    I am an attorney (not in the family law area), and I have hired Gary Williams, Esq. I've also referred him to my clients in need of family law counsel. I've found Gary to be responsive and reliable. While Gary is a good fighter, he has a calm, fair demeanor and, in contrast to may other family law specialists, he does not see to take advantage of his clients or prolong cases (and misery) for his own remuneration. Gary is eminently trustworthy. Practicing law would be a much more enjoyable adventure (and our court dockets would be much less congested) if there were more litigators out there like Gary.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Fantastic Law Firm

    Posted by

    I have know Gary Williams since 2001 and have had his law firm perform a couple of jobs for me. I found Mr Williams and his firm to be honest and they really care about their clients. If my best friend needed a Family Law firm I would most definitely recommend The Law Firm for Family Law!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Experience & Professionalism - Attorney you want on your side!

    Posted by

    Divorce is a very challenging process to go through. Mr. Williams has brought comfort to me by way of his experience, professionalism, drive and persistence to ensure he is representing and executing what's best for me and my family. Mr. Williams is 100% ethical, in a "divorce" world filled with unethical practices and antics. I feel such a piece of mind and protection knowing that Mr. Williams is representing me through such a challenge of a divorce. This feeling affords me the opportunity to live my life and find happiness (in between court dates and until this is over). I would recommend Mr Williams to anyone that is fighting a tough battle, you couldn't have a better attorney on your side!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Attorney endorsements

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    Kevin Brennan, Family Attorney on Jul 17, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have had quite a few cases with Mr. Williams over the past several years. Mr. Williams takes a reasonable and experienced approach to his cases, which allows the family to come away with a positive resolution while keeping the attorneys fees and costs at an affordable rate. Mr. Williams is board certified in marital and family law, and competently litigates issues when appropriate. He is well known in the legal community and I endorse his work.

    Michael Waddington, Family Attorney on Jun 14, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Gary. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

    James Royal, Family Attorney on Apr 9, 2014
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent advocate for his clients.

    Maria Pitelis, Family Attorney on Apr 7, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Gary. He is a family law attorney that has his clients' best interest at heart!

    Jennifer Todd, Family Attorney on Sep 30, 2013
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. Gary is aggressive and fights for his clients.

    Lee Carr, Family Attorney on Sep 12, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Gary. I've known Gary for many years and have referred clients to him. Gary is knowledgeable, professional and approaches matters with admirable perspective.

    Dean Tsourakis, Family Attorney on Sep 5, 2013
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Robert Valentine, Child custody Attorney on Jul 15, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Gary. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and a true professional.

    Arturo Rios, Family Attorney on Mar 4, 2011
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. I referred several of my immigration clients to Gary for help in their divorce matters, and he did a superlative job. The immigration consequences of marriage and divorce are complicated and deliquate, Gary understands this, and we were able to work together to very well and expeditiously. It was a delight to work with Gary, he is a true professional and zealous advocate.

    Kathy George, Family Attorney on May 4, 2010
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer's work. Gary is very knowledgeable about family law and ethical.

    Scott Orsini, Family Attorney on Mar 31, 2010
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer's work.

    Konstantinos Kantaras, Family Attorney on Jun 29, 2009
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I endorse this lawyer's work. I have found Gary to be well-prepared, very knowledgable, extremely ethical and highly effective.

    Carin Constantine, Family Attorney on May 4, 2009
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer's work.

    Cost

    RATES
    • Hourly Rates $475-$475/hour
    PAYMENT METHODS

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