Board Certified Marital and Family Lawyer practicing in Pinellas County since 1983
It has been a privilege to practice law since 1983. I worked the first three years of my career as a prosecutor in Pinellas County. I have been a trial lawyer since that time. Since 1995, I have been Board Certified by the Florida Bar as a specialist in the field of Marital and Family Law. I hold an AV rating. Consistent with the advise given by Abraham Lincoln to lawyers, I attempt to settle cases. This can only be accomplished if there is transparency and good faith. I would sum up my philosophy by quoting Teddy Roosevelt: "Walk softly and carry a big stick."
Practice areas
34 years
including child custody, prenuptial agreements and paternity matters
34 years
Languages spoken
English
2348 Sunset Point Rd
Clearwater, FL, 337651431
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 1983 | 12/20/2020 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Board Certified - Marital & Family Law since 1995 | Florida Bar | 2011 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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President and Managing Partner | Peacock, Gaffney and Damianakis,P.A. | 2008 - Present |
Partner | Peacock and Gaffney,P.A. | 1988 - 2007 |
Assistant State Attorney | Office of the State Attorney | 1983 - 1986 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Canakaris American Inn of Court | Master | 2009 - Present |
Collaborative Divorce Lawyers of Tampa Bay | Member | 2009 - Present |
The Florida Bar Family Law Section | Member | 1986 - Present |
The Clearwater Bar Association | Member | 1986 - Present |
The Clearwater Bar Family Law Section | Member | 1986 - Present |
Florida Bar | Member | 1983 - Present |
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Florida Bar, Grievance Committee C | Former Chair | N/A |
The Clearwater Bar | Former Secretary | N/A |
City of Dunedin Code Enforcement Board | Member | 1988 - 1993 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Loyola University New Orleans School of Law | law | 1983 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Dunedin High School | Justice Teaching | 2008 |
Law Day | Know Your Legal Rights | 2001 |
Law Day | Know Your Legal Rights | 2000 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Dorsey v. Dorsey | reversed in part, affirmed in part and remanded |
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Donald McBath, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 5, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Patrick is an attorney of high integrity. He counsels his clients in a zealous manner, yet doesn't force them to settle for terms against their wishes. In other words, you can come to a happy medium with this attorney.
Paul Bowen, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 21, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
William Rambaum, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 3, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Pat for at least twenty years. I don't handle divorce work, and I refer all such cases exclusively to Pat. He is a great lawyer and always does a great job for the people I refer to him.
Barbara Hunting, Family Attorney on Apr 9, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Pat as opposing counsel on cases, and utilized his services as a mediator in family law matters, and find him to be highly skilled, knowledgeable, professional and ethical in all his endeavors. A true credit to the industry.
Michael Waddington, Family Attorney on Jun 14, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Patrick. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Charles Fyler, Mediation Attorney on Apr 25, 2014
Relationship: Other
People should not discount the value of having a mediator as knowledgeable as this man. Mr. Gaffney is a creative problem solver with a strong understanding of Florida Family Law, the general preferences of local judges and the power to read people. You might say he's a Jedi of Mediation.
Wendi Hall-Gonzales, Family Attorney on Sep 5, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer as a highly skilled, ethical and a knowledgeable attorney. Through my career I have worked with Patrick as opposing counsel on many divorce matters and find him to be an excellent advocate for his clients while being professional and excellent to work with.
Dean Tsourakis, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 17, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Jennifer Ficarrotta, Family Attorney on Jun 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Patrick is a great mediator, a great lawyer, and a class act!
Lynette Silon-Laguna, Family Attorney on Feb 24, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have personally worked with Patrick Gaffney on several cases. He is an excellent attorney and he is committed to providing the best representation possible under any circumstances.
Scott Schiltz, Family Attorney on Apr 20, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Patrick Gaffney for over 20 years, and can enthusiastically recommend his services as either mediator or litigator/ problem solver.
Bridget Heptner, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 9, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Patrick for 25 years, first as an Assistant State Attorney, then as a Family Law attorney and now as one of my favorite mediators. He is a gentleman with an immense amount of integrity and I would recommend him to any one.
Connie Stephens, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 6, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Gaffney is well versed in the family law arena. His mediation skills promote reasoned resolutions and avoid high conflict and expensive litigations.
Daniel Grieco, Family Attorney on Mar 9, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Patrick Gaffney for over 25 years both professionally and personally. During that time I have had the opportunity to work with him and have referred a number of clients all of whom found Pat to be knowledgeable, professional and effective in handling their cases. Members of our legal community hold Pat in the highest regard both as an attorney and as a person.
Morris Bornstein, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 21, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Pat is a knowledgeable, diligent attorney. I've worked in association with him on some matters, and found him to be highly competent.
Charles Holloway, Family Attorney on Feb 21, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Mr. Gaffney for over 25 years. I have had direct professional experience with him in his capacity as a family law litigator and a family law mediator. I have found him to be well prepared and to take a reasonable and practical approach to his professional responsibilities. He consistently exhibits a respectful and supportive demeanor with his clients. I believe that my opinion of his abilities and character are shared by others in the legal community.
Kevin Fantauzzo, Family Attorney on Feb 20, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Ihave worked with Patrick as opposing counsel and as a mediator and find him to be very professional and ethical. Patrick is always willing to make his best efforts to reach a reasonable resolution in an efficient manner while still avocating for and/or otherwise representing his client's best interests.
George Sandefer, Family Attorney on Feb 18, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have known and worked with Pat for over 20 years. He is well respected in the field and is well prepared. He has a very good courtroom presence and is an excellent attorney.
Gale Moore, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 18, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I absolutely endorse this lawyer. He is smart, genuine and zealous. He works hard to settle cases where possible but is fully prepared to litigate when necessary.
Gary Williams, Family Attorney on Feb 17, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Patrick Gaffney is an expert in family and marital law. He is an intelligent, capable and caring attorney who represents his client with the utmost of professionalism. I know that when Mr. Gaffney is the opposing counsel in a case that the matter will be handle well. I highly recommend Mr. Gaffney to his potential clients.
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