$ 350-350 per hour
Robert M Valentine
also known as Bob Valentine
About Robert
Biography
I live in Pinellas County with my Wife and two children, and I treat my clients with the same respect and care that I would expect for my own family. I understand that my clients come to me during a difficult time in their lives, and I focus on making sure that my clients are are able to transition from pre-litigation life to post-litigation life as easily as possible, whether that means being financially secure following a divorce or being prepared for all of the nuances that come with implementing a parenting plan for the benefit of their children.
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
18 years
Child Custody
20%
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 11 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 17 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Emerson & Valentine, P.A.
801 West Bay Drive, Suite 702, Largo, FL, 33770
Emerson & Valentine
1211 1st Ave N Ste 203-b3, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33705
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Character & Conduct
Posted by Tish | January 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Professional, knowledgeable, and the BEST
Bob Valentine handled my, very difficult, case from start to finish. Gretta and Kali were also extremely helpful! Everyone in this law office seemed invested in my case and made me feel valued. They were all incredibly professional, yet approachable, and they made themselves available to answer qu...
Posted by kelly bain | March 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family
Divorce
Mr. Valentine was very professional, courteous, and seemed to really care about me as a person while I was going through this difficult time. He is very knowledgeable concerning family law and responded quickly to all types of correspondence. He made me feel at ease during the process. I would highl...
Posted by Elena K | July 24, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Integrity
My friend and I contacted Mr Valentine for a legal issue in Florida. We are both residents of CA and were clueless to Forida Law. How we came about Mr. Valentine was through a Google Search, so one can say a cold call. It was evident on our first call to Mr. Valentine we to look no futher. H...
Robert M Valentine's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer’s work. He is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a true advocate for the rights and interests of his clients."
"I have had the opportunity to work on cases with Mr. Valentine and know first hand that he is always prepared and zealously advocates for his clients. He is well respected in the legal community and with the Court system. I highly recommend Mr. Valentine as a trusted and learned colleague."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have served as a mediator in some of Mr. Valentine's cases. He is extremely prepared and provides his clients with the range of possibilities the law allows for, along with practical advice, to enable his clients to make well informed decisions. Mr. Valentine is a true professional and advocate!"
"Bob and I met recently, when his client, the husband, retained him to handle his collaborative divorce from my client, the wife. As it turns out, Bob is the consummate collaborative counsel. He supported his client when he needed to but he also knew how to shepherd his client in a direction that made sense for both spouses and for their children. His brainstorming and care giving skills are especially good, given what I know of lawyers generally after 39 years of practice. He gave my client (well, his client, too!) room to breathe, to cry, to rant, and to think, and was respectful when she needed that. Yet he allowed me to take the limelight when that made sense to help move the clients' problem solving forward. This is not something that is easy for a lawyer to do. On top of everything else, Bob has a fun sense of humor, which he dispenses wisely. When working in stressful conditions, like negotiating the terms of a divorce, this is a huge bonus. I recommend Bob highly."
"I've known Bob for several years and am always impressed. When I've got clients with family law issues, I send them Bob's way because I know their issues will be treated with care by an attorney who consistently gets results."
"Robert Valentine is a knowledgeable and ethical lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Valentine is an excellent attorney who is dedicated to getting his clients the best possible result. Further, Mr. Valentine is intelligent and he is well versed in the area of family law. He is also exceedingly professional and he has high ethical standards. More importantly, Mr. Valentine is also a very effective advocate for his clients. How good is he? Well, if I cannot handle a case for any reason, Robert Valentine is who I refer the case too; he's that good. I highly recommend him."
"I've come to know Bob Valentine professionally and personally, and I can say without hesitation that he is an honest man and an excellent Family Law attorney. I highly recommend him."
"Bob is friendly, kind and very professional. He always handles matters efficiently and very much values and does what is right for his clients' best interests."
"I highly endorse Attorney Valentine. He is dedicated to his clients and goes above and beyond to protect their rights in any family law matter."
"I endorse Robert. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Valentine fights for his clients and is very passionate."
"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is a wonderful up and coming litigator in our community whom I have had the pleasure of working with on several cases."
"A dedicated, hardworking, and great addition to the family law practice bar. A pleasure to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer. In family law your reputation is based upon your skill, tenacity and integrity. Mr. Valentine carries all three. We often must litigate against each other. If he is on the other side of the aisle, I know that everyone is well represented."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Top Three Divorce Attorney, Three Best Rated
2018
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2018
10 Best - Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Top Three Divorce Attorney, Three Best Rated
2016
10 Best - Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2013
Nos Prosum Factum, Clearwater Bar Foundation
2005
Best Senior Writing Portfolio, The University of Tampa
2003
Oxford University Honors Study Abroad, The University of Tampa
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Owner, Emerson & Valentine, P.A.
2014 - 2015
Associate Attorney, Lyon & Fitzpatrick, LLP
2011 - 2017
Owner, The Law Office of Robert M. Valentine
2009 - 2011
Associate Attorney, Bill Beck Law
2007 - 2008
Clerk, The Law Office of Brian R. Hersh
Associations
2018 - Present
Next Generation Divorce (A Collaborative Practice Group)Member
2018 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2017 - Present
Better Business BureauMember
2014 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Canakaris Inn of CourtMember
2009 - Present
Clearwater Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Florida BarMember
2014 - 2015
The Hampden County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2013
Clearwater Bar Association - Golf ClassicCo-chair
2012 - 2013
St. Petersburg Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Client had supervised visits prior to hiring my office
Client received Shared Parental Responsibility and 40% of Time-Sharing
Child Support
Client receives years of child support back payments
Defense of Child Relocation/Child Custody Case
Relocation Denied, Client has primary custody
Defense of Modification of Child Support
Successful Defense of Petition to Reduce Child Support
Defense of Modification of Child Custody
Successful Defense of Petition to Modify Custody
Education
2008
Marquette University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
The University of Tampa
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
University of Miami School of Law
Visiting Law Student
N/A
Oxford University
Honors Program Study Abroad
Speaking Engagements
2017
Family Law Forms Pro Bono Clinic
Family Law Forms
2013
Canakaris Inn of Court
Family Law Case Law Update
2012
Kimberly Home - Clearwater
Issues in Paternity Cases
2012
Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranch
Interviewing for Success
Publications
2016
2016
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I move my child to another state if we are not married and separating?
28 Dec 2018
Q&A
Can a prenup be prepared after the marriage license is obtained but before the actual ceremony is performed??
15 Sep 2018
Q&A
If the father of you child did promise to pay child support and did not follow through, which court would I pursue this matter?
24 Aug 2018