Amanda Salcido

Amanda Salcido

4.4
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Lakeland, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

625 Commerce Drive, Suite 205, Lakeland, FL

About Amanda

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 30%

14 years

30%
Child Support 30%

14 years

30%
Juvenile Law 5%

23 years

5%
Military Law 5%

30 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 13 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2012

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 23 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Amanda Salcido

625 Commerce Drive, Suite 205, Lakeland, FL, 33803

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Amanda Salcido's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Cost of Services

Posted by Michelle | May 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

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Amanda is very knowledgeable, but did not really do anything for my child custody case. Paid her over $3500. Plus paid $400 to file papers and never stepped into a courthouse. I never felt like my case was important to her. Had two meeting and a couple phone calls with her and that’s it. She kept all... the money from a single mom and never refunded any of it.

Amanda Salcido

Replied last May 24, 2018

Unfortunately, I was not able to do anything more on the case after the parties voluntarily consented to jurisdiction in another state after the case was filed here in Florida. Like my other cases, this case was very important to me and I took many calls after hours and emails that I did not charge for. This client was always received when she stopped by unannounced. Although my retainer is non-refundable and the court fees are paid to the court, under the circumstances I did agree to refund the remaining portion of the retainer after the case was dismissed here. The hearing has not yet been set.

Posted by Dave | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amanda handled my divorce

Needless to say going through a divorce is a 10 on the scale of stress. OK here is a quick glimpse of my situation. My wife and I decided we wanted a divorce, and my wife filed for the divorce. The reality doesn't hit you until a guy shows up at your door with the papers. My goal was to keep the diff...erence in my retirement and my wife's. It was about 40,000 . My plan was to use the money to refinance my home. My wife's name was on the mortgage, but both our names were on the title. (not an easy refinance situation) She was agreeable to this, because our house was under water since we bought in the boom. Her job was in another city, so moving worked for her. In the end we both managed to reach and agreement that we wanted. Dealing with the mortgage company was a whole other stress to get it done, but not for this review. My fear with attorneys, is that they would rather bleed their clients of their finances and almost encourage a fight between the couple. I have heard horror stories of divorces where this has happened. When I first met Amanda before I hired her, I had to go in and tell my story. I could feel myself choke up a bit, because the pain was new and it hurt. I looked up, and in her eyes I saw genuine compassion. I have always been able to read people, and I knew she was more than just a lawyer. She was a woman with a heart, and the person I wanted in my corner. Luckily my X wife and I are now good friends and the divorce worked out for the best for both of us. Had we had different attorneys that might not have been the case. I never had to go to trial with her, but trust me when I tell you this. She can be tough as nails if needed, and I did see that when we went through a couple scenarios in her office. If my Wife's attorney wanted to play hard ball, she would have kicked his tail lol. You do have to pay a non refundable retainer up front, but She is very honest on her billing. I think I found her through this referral website and I thank God every day that I did. I also have to mention her legal assistant Stephanie. She was there for me on many e-mails and frantic office visits . I couldn't have gotten through it all with out both of them working as a team.

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Amanda Salcido's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nick Cacciatore

Family lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She has great instincts and is an exceptional family law attorney."

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Mary Daugherty

Child custody lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Amanda is very knowledgeable and passionate about family law issues and has a heart for service and her community."

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Susan Best

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Amanda is a super organized, highly competent and knowledgeable attorney."

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Walter Thomas

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Amanda was goal focused and really helped to bring the issues of the case we worked together into perspective for both parties. I highly recommend her."

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Arthur Fulmer

Unknown lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Stephen Pincket

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Always a professional."

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Stephen Henderson

Child support lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy Vanderweert

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amanda is a top-notch DUI attorney to whom I've referred numerous clients. Highly recommended."

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Rachelle Ferraro

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had cases against Amanda Salcido when she was a prosecutor. She is very knowledgeable in criminal law and is a good trial attorney, having good jury appeal. I am glad that she is now on the defense side and would not hesitate to recommend her to a client. I do endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Davidson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Amanda is a very skilled attorney who has always demonstrated a deep personal commitment to the interests of her clients. I fully endorse her."

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Michelle Carson

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Amanda Salcido is a highly experienced litigator whom will protect your right. As her opposing counsel in many cases, Ms. Salcido exhibited the highest levels of professionalism and a true mastery of the law. I would trust Ms. Salcido to handle any legal matter that I had."

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Rebekah Bell

Unknown lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Amanda is a talented and dedicated professional whose passion for the law goes beyond the courtroom. She consistently goes the extra mile for her clients, and has proven time and again to be a formidable advocate of the law. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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David Pittman

Unknown lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.This lawyer posts very concise and well thought out answers on Avvo. She seems to have a very high level of legal knowledge and expertise."

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Paul Knost

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Amanda Salcido, Esq. She is an excellent lawyer who is incredibly sharp and well-versed in the laws and collateral issues that affect her clients, all of whom are very fortunate to have such a fine lawyer representing them."

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Paul Ramos

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amanda is an extremely competent and diligent attorney with significant criminal law experience. She truly cares about her clients and works hard to obtain the best results possible. I definitely endorse Amanda."

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Shannon Locke

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Amanda is a smart lawyer and a hard worker she will do a good job for you and listen to your needs. Anyone who has Amanda as his or her lawyer should count themselves lucky."

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Claudia Blackwell

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Elizabeth Davis

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Stephen Pincket

Criminal defense lawyer

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Arthur Fulmer

Family lawyer

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Rachelle Ferraro

Criminal defense lawyer

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Paul Ramos

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michelle Carson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Rebekah Bell

Family lawyer

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Joshua Davidson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jamie Sparks

Criminal defense lawyer

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Shannon Locke

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Amanda Salcido, PA

2004 - Present

Judge Advocate General, United States Army

2011 - 2012

President, Law Offices of Amanda Salcido, PLLC

2008 - 2009

Associate, Maasen Law Firm

2004 - 2008

Deputy County Attorney, Maricopa County Attorney's Office

2002 - 2004

Deputy County Attorney, Pima County Attorney's Office

1995 - 2004

Medical Service Corps, United States Army

Associations

2013 - Present

Lakeland Bar Association

Board Member

2002 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2012

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

2002

University of Arizona College of Law

Juris Doctorate

1999

University of Arizona

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Pace Center for Girls

Getting Goals, Setting Success

Publications

2018

Woman to Woman Magazine Custody-Understanding Child Placement

2018

2015

Woman to Woman Magazine Military Divorce-Taking Command

2015

Woman to Woman Magazine Divorce-The Not So Simple Process

2015

Woman to Woman Magazine Alimony-What and Who Gives

2014

Woman to Woman Magazine Child Support-Uncovering the Mystery

2014

Woman to Woman Magazine Dealing with Conflict-Army Girl's Guide

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