$ 350-450 per hour
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I was born and raised in Clearwater, FL. I've been an attorney licensed in FL since 1991. My exclusive area of practice is Family Law which includes Divorce, Child Custody, Timesharing, Alimony, Child Support, Distribution of Assets and Debts, Adoption, Contempt, Name Change and anything related. I also provide services as a Guardian ad Litem. I pride myself on being a compassionate, results oriented attorney who will help you through this difficult part of your life. For fun, I enjoy going to concerts and sporting events and spending time with my family. Please call me to set up a free consultation.
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35 years
$ 350-450 per hour
State: Florida
Acquired: 1991
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Mobile
51 S. Main Ave., Suite 319, Clearwater, FL, 33765
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Posted by Clifford | March 07, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
John Simms....the best attorney in the Tampa Bay area.
Divorce by it's very nature normally puts an individual in financial and emotional disarray. I was no different. John and his staff became not only my legal advocate but my sounding board for the full range of divorce and personal questions that come up. John was responsive, he was normally availa...
Posted by Sam | March 06, 2013 | Child Custody
From beginning to end...
When my young daughter, who was living with her mom in Venice, suddenly appeared on my doorstep, I knew I was going to need someone to help me navigate the path of custody and child support. I turned to John to help me with that journey. From our first meeting, both I and my daughter felt we were in ...
Posted by anonymous | June 06, 2011
Great Attorney!
I met with John Simms after speaking with several other attornies and chose to go with him bc I felt like he gave me realistic expectations and was determined to give me the best outcome possible. He is very personable and made me feel at ease during such a stressful time. He by far exceeded my exp...
Posted by Michael | December 28, 2010
Excellent Attorney
John is an excellent attorney, well respected and very knowledgeable. We totally trust his judgement and his advice. He gives very good advice and tells it like it is. He lets you know what to expect. His staff is very supportive. We have already recommended him to our friends. This is the 3rd time w...
Posted by David | November 07, 2010 | Appeals
John Simms
John works hard, is very thorough, and is very prepared for court. He takes the time to explain in depth all of the options as well as what will occur in the courtroom. He handled my case very professionally through both the lower and appeal court levels.
"John is an excellent attorney. We have had a few cases together and he is always well in tune with the facts of the case and case law addressing the issues. He makes an effective presentation of evidence and maintains a high level of professionalism throughout the process."
"I endorse this attorney as a highly skilled and knowledgeable family law attorney. I have worked with John as opposing counsel on many cases and find him to be an excellent advocate for his clients and very professional."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I've dealt with John over many years and have always found him to be honest and ethical. He's a straight shooter."
"John is a conscentious and intelligent attorney with impecabble credentials. Whenever anyone approaches me with a family law issue I never hesitate to refer them to John."
"I worked with John on a case earlier this year and he is an outstanding attorney. He was ethical, reasonable and a pleasure to work with. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a great attorney with a stellar reputation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He has the highest ethical standards and most extensive and up to date knowledge of the Law in his field. in my opinion John is hands down, the most effective litigator in Family law in Florida."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have found John to be very knowledgable, extremely ethical, well-prepared and highly effective."
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2015
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2014
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2013
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2012
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2008
Pro Bono Service Award, Clearwater Bar Association
1994 - Present
Partner, Staack, Simms & Reighard PLLC
1991 - 1994
Associate, Bruce R. Young, P.A.
2006 - Present
Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers
2000 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
1996 - Present
United States Tax Court
1996 - Present
United States Supreme Court Bar
1996 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
1996 - Present
United States Court of Federal Claims Bar Association
1991 - Present
Clearwater Bar Association, Family Law Section
1991 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law Section
1991 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
1991 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
1990
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1985
A.A.
1996
Support for Non Residential Parents
2000
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