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Jennifer Catherine Harrington

Family Attorney at Clearwater, FL

5.0   13 reviews
  • Licensed for 31 years
    State FL
    Acquired 1991
    Status
    Member in Good Standing No misconduct found

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About Jennifer

Learn Jennifer’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Alimony
    25%
    Experienced representation for payor or payee in alimony cases of all types and forms: Bridge-the-gap, Rehabilitative, Durational, Permanent, and Temporary

  2. Family
    25%
    Decades of exclusively practicing Family Law. Offering compassionate and aggressive representation of complex alimony, divorce, and custody cases.

  3. Child custody
    20%
    Strong legal guidance, support, and understanding to protect the rights of children and parents.

  4. Divorce and separation
    20%
    Dedicated to aggressive representation, protecting your interests, and favorable case resolution

  5. Domestic violence
    10%
    Aggressive and knowledgeable representation of both victims of domestic abuse and the wrongly accused

30+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN LITIGATION, PERSONALIZED CLIENT ATTENTION. TRAINING IN COLLABORATIVE LAW. CALL NOW FOR A CONSULTATION!

Jennifer C. Harrington is an AV-rated attorney with over twenty years of experience practicing law.  Ms. Harrington practices exclusively in the area of family law, with a focus on divorce, custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, paternity, domestic violence, equitable distribution, modifications, enforcement proceedings,  prenuptial agreements and collabrative law.

She devotes a significant portion of her practice to child custody cases, and her considerable wealth of experience in this area includes working on international-level custody cases. 

Ms. Harrington has prepared and presented seminars for the Florida Bar, including the Trial Advocacy Seminar, the Children's Issues Seminar, and Attorney's Fee Seminars.  She is the past Chair of the Family Law Section Continuing Legal Education Committee, and is a past member of the Family Law Section Executive Council.  She is also a former member of the Family Law Rules Committee and was appointed to the Legal Needs of Children Committee. 

Prior to practicing exclusively in the area of family law, Ms. Harrington was an Assistant State Attorney for the Twentieth Judicial Circuit in Fort Myers, Florida, where she was a supervisor in the Major Crimes Division, preparing and litigating capital murder death penalty cases. 

Ms. Harrington is licensed to practice law in Florida and is also admitted to practice before the Federal Middle District of Florida.  She is a member of the Clearwater Bar Association and the Canakaris Inn of Court. 

Ms. Harrington received her J.D. in 1989 from the University of Florida Levin College of Law and her B.A. in 1982 from the University of Central

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Client's Choice 2016
Client's Choice
2016

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Jennifer C. Harrington, P.A.
Criterion Centre
Suite 140, 29605 U.S. Highway 19 North
Clearwater, FL, 33761-1538

Reviews

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Client's Choice 2016
Client's Choice
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Posted by Sheri | January 17, 2023
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Ms.
I was up against 2 lawyers, my soon to be ex and his attorney. I needed the best so I hired Ms. Harrington. She handled my extremely complicated and contentious divorce with tremendous skill and professionalism. She helped me understand Florida divorce law, explained the process clearly and answered my many questions. Ms. Harrington gave me the confidence I desperately need to make it through one of the most difficult times in my life.
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Posted by Bette | January 17, 2023
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Would definitely recommend.
Jennifer Harrington and her staff were consistently helpful while representing me during a very difficult divorce process. She was a well prepared, assertive, "no drama," attorney. Always courteous and respectful even in the most uncomfortable of circumstances, Jennifer recognized the importance of those qualities during and after the divorce process. I feel very fortunate to have had Jennifer as my attorney.
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Posted by Michelle | January 17, 2023
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Fantastic Lawyer
When two people just can’t work it out, sadly divorce is sometimes necessary. It is imperative that you find someone who will look out for your best interest and also help you navigate the whole process. I contacted Jennifer Harrington in Sept 2021 to start the divorce process. My ex-husband and I had been married for 11 years and have 2 young children. We also had a large house, land and assets that needed to be dealt with. Divorce is one of the most devastating things to go through. Jennifer was so understanding of what I was feeling and helped me sort it all out even when emotions were high for me. I stated the things that were the most important to me and she made sure to make my wishes heard and did an amazing job getting me everything I was seeking. If I ever had a question or a concern she was super prompt about getting back to me either via email or a personal phone call or text. We had to wait until our home and property sold before we could finalize the divorce but on March 1, 2022 we did sign off on everything. Jennifer made a really difficult time in my life manageable and she was definitely my back bone and strength throughout the entire process. If I had to do it all over again (thank goodness I don’t!) I would hire Jennifer again in an instant and I highly recommend her to anyone about to start their divorce.
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Posted by Sandy | July 3, 2019
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Hope I never need her again but she is The BEST Attorney in Pinellas County!!!
My therapist recommended Jennifer to help me get away from a very emotionally, verbally and mentally abusive marriage. I hired Jennifer before I left the State (I was counseled to leave for my safety.). She is a brilliant attorney in her ability to handle a difficult situation. She fights hard but fair for her clients. She gave me the courage and strength to get through this difficult time. I highly recommend Jennifer Harrington. You will be in good hands. She gets the job done!!!!!
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Posted by Eric | April 4, 2019
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Father Obtains Full Custody of Minor Children
Jennifer represented me in a Florida Child Custody and financial support dispute with my ex wife. Her work outclassed my ex-wife's work and we won at every stage of the litigation. In addition to winning all of the litigation issues, I would also add that her fees were very reasonable. I would recommend her highly to anyone involved in a family law matter in Florida.
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Posted by Gwendolyn Walker | July 18, 2017
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Best Attorney I ever had!
I hired Ms Harrington for child custody case. She is honest, caring, prompt and to the point. She listens and guides you in the direction for the best outcome for your case. She always had my family's best interest in mind the hole case. She always made me feel at ease in the most stressful situations. I will not hesitate to hired her again. Definitely would recommend her.
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Posted by Andrea | April 27, 2017
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divorce
Jennifer is an excellent lawyer whom I've had fighting for me in court for 6 years. She's helped me through my divorce and then through an alimony case. She truly cares about her clients and is great at communicating with them. She has always given me great advice, even when I didn't want to hear it. She was always up front and honest with how things could go with my cases which I really appreciated. She is more than my lawyer; through the hardest time in my life she was there for me and I now consider her my friend.
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Posted by Michael | October 18, 2016
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Professional quality counsel
I worked with Ms. Harrington related to a post divorce custody issue. I switched from my prior attorney who did not have the skills for my issues (post dissolution refusal of parenting coordination and attempt to change custody) . Ms. Harrington and her staff was always professional and was well prepared for meetings and telephone calls. Her advice was sound and I never felt pressured to move to trial or "go to war and spend heavy". While Jennifer's advice and counsel keep us out of trial I was confident that if we needed to go she would be successful. If you are looking for a family lawyer whom you can trust, who has a businesslike approach, I would without equivocation recommend Jennifer Harrington.
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Posted by Suzy | September 29, 2016
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Worth it!
I am a divorce attorney, who went through a divorce. The irony of that is not lost on me. Recalling a saying "an attorney representing herself has a fool for a client", I knew I needed an attorney. My ex being the "gem" that he is, I knew I needed the best. Jennifer fit that bill to a tee. She was tough but fair, and honed in on the real issues in the case so as not to waste time and money on the trivial. Jennifer's involvement allowed me the freedom to focus on my emotional healing, as well as my law practice. I am so grateful for having retained her, and I would gladly recommend her to anyone facing a family law issue.
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Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2016
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My experiences with Jennifer Harrington
Jennifer was very professional, honest and supportive as I dealt with a 3 year process to divorce my attorney husband of almost 30 years. She has also had to continue to assist me numerous times when we needed to return to court for adjustments in the original divorce decree. She was always available and had to handle a very difficult judge and issues involving our children.
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Posted by Robert | February 26, 2016
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Highly recommend
Jennifer helped through a very trying and difficult dispute with my ex-wife involving our children and the ongoing hostilities. I found her to be not only accessible and thorough, but also prompt with her response to my concerns and questions. In addition to her attention to detail and her expertise, she made me feel at ease and helped me remain focused. I would not hesitate to seek her counsel again should I need it, and would certainly recommend her as an excellent attorney.
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Posted by Mary | January 22, 2016
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Highly Competent Attorney
Jennifer helped resolve a dispute with my former spouse over our MSA. She was able to quickly bring my situation to resolution, and fairly represented my interests. Her experience in family law was demonstrated through the entire litigation process. The staff was pleasant to work with, and response time to questions/situations was quick. I would highly recommend using this attorney.
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Posted by Elizabeth | February 4, 2015
Jennifer Harrington
Jennifer was attentive and very honest in her advice and assessment of my case. There is always someone available to help by phone or e-mail. Her staff was very helpful. Jennifer got me through one of the more difficult times in my life I am grateful she was my lawyer, and would not hesitate to recommend her.
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AVVO RATING 9.9 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Guardian ad litem
  • Court Appointed
  • 2000 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Jennifer C Harrington P.A.
  • 1995 - Present
  • Assistant State Attorney
  • 12th Judicial Circuit
  • 1990 - 1994

Education

  • University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1989
  • University of Central Florida
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1982

Associations

  • Clearwater Bar Association
  • Member
  • 1995 - Present
  • Florida Bar, Continuing Legal Education Committee
  • Chair
  • 2000 - 2005
  • Florida Bar, Family Law Section, Executive Council
  • Member
  • 1998 - 2005
  • Florida Bar, Family Law Rules Committee
  • Member
  • 1995 - 1998
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2022
  • AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2019
  • Top Lawyer
  • Tampa Bay Magazine
  • 2019
  • Top Lawyer
  • Tampa Bay Magazine
  • 2018
  • Top Lawyer
  • Tampa Bay Magazine
  • 2017
  • Top Lawyer
  • Tampa Bay Magazine
  • 2016
  • Top Lawyer
  • Tampa Bay Magazine
  • 2015
  • Top Lawyer
  • Tampa Bay Magazine
  • 2014
  • Top Lawyer
  • Tampa Bay Magazine
  • 2013
  • Top Lawyer
  • Tampa Bay Magazine
  • 2012
  • Top Lawyer
  • Tampa Bay Magazine
  • 2011
  • Top Lawyer
  • Tampa Bay Magazine
  • 2010
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Speaking Engagements

  • CLE
  • Children's Issues
  • 2002
  • Florida Bar
  • Trial Advocacy
  • 2000

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Divorce and separation Attorney | Mar 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with this lawyer in both divorce and custody disputes. While she is a zealous advocate, I find her reasonable to work with and maintains a high level of professionalism."
Unknown Attorney | Jan 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Oct 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jennifer Harrington for over 15 years through her activities with the Florida Bar as well as in the local Tampa Bay legal community. She has an excellent reputation for integrity, smarts and professionalism. Ms. Harrington is a powerful advocate for her clients. She knows when to litigate and when to negotiate a settlement and advises her clients accordingly. She is respected by the judges and colleagues alike. I highly recommend her in any family and marital law matter."
Family Attorney | Apr 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I'm very impressed with Jennifer. She is professional and has a great work ethic. Over many years, I've observed her to be an able and ethical advocate on behalf of her clients."
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Clearwater Family Lawyer Jennifer Catherine Harrington
Jennifer Catherine Harrington
Family Attorney
Clearwater, FL
Licensed for 31 years