Brian Monk is a former prosecutor with nearly fifty (50) jury trials to his credit. Brian received a Certificate in Family Law from the University of Florida College of Law and was named a Fellow of the UF Law Center on Children and Families. Brian also received a Specialist degree in mental health counseling from the University of Florida. Brian utilizes this unique background in his practice of marital and family law as well as in his handling of criminal defense and personal injury matters.
Practice areas
Separation; Divorce; Annulments; Appeals; Modification of Child Support; Modification of Timesharing; Modification of Alimony; Paternity Lawsuits; Prenuptial Agreements; Domestic Violence Injunctions; Guardianship; Estate and Legacy Planning, Probate and Wills.
17 years
Separation; Divorce; Annulments; Appeals; Modification of Child Support; Modification of Timesharing; Modification of Alimony; Paternity Lawsuits; Prenuptial Agreements; Domestic Violence Injunctions; Guardianship; Estate and Legacy Planning, Probate and Wills.
17 years
All Misdemeanors; Felonies; Violations of Probation; Violation of Domestic Violence Injunction; D.U.I.; Battery; Drug Offenses; Federal Criminal Defense; and Criminal Matters in the Context of Family Law Disputes. Former Prosecutor with Trial experience in all areas.
17 years
Wrongful Death Cases; Automobile Accidents; Bad Faith Insurance Claims; Slip/Trip and Fall; Premises Liability; Intentional Torts; Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress; Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress; Nursing Home Abuse and Negligence, and Dog Bite Cases.
17 years
Refusal; High Breath Test; Walk-and-Turn; Field Sobriety Exercises; DUI Defense; Business Purposes Driving License.
17 years
Wills; Trusts; Funding Your Trust; Living Wills; Durable Power of Attorney; Health Care Power of Attorney; Tangible Personal Property Memorandum; Anatomical Gift Declaration; Memorial Instructions; Trust Administration and Probate.
17 years
Bankruptcy; Collection Judgment Liens; Foreclosure Defense; Residential Short Sales; Credit Card Collections; Other Collections Cases; Garnishment Actions; and, Depositions in Aid of Execution.
17 years
Restraining Orders; Domestic Violence Injunctions; Repeat Violence Injunctions; Dating Violence Injunctions and Stalking Injunctions.
17 years
DUI; Careless Driving; Speeding Tickets; Racing on a Highway; Inoperable Equipment; Failure to Yield Right-of-Way; Driving on a Suspended License; Failure to Provide Proof of Insurance; Failure to Obey Law Enforcement Officer; Out-of-State residents receiving citations; and, Civil Traffic Violations Involving Injury or Death.
17 years
Languages spoken
English
Monk Law Firm, PLLC
1102 South Florida Avenue, Suite 111
Lakeland, FL, 33803
Monk Law Firm, PLLC
2701 N Himes Avenue
Tampa, FL, 33607
Monk Law Firm, PLLC
110 E Reynolds Street, Suite 202
Plant City, FL, 33563
Monk Law Firm, PLLC
329 South Commerce Avenue
Sebring, FL, 33870
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 2005 | 03/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Pro Bono Award | Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. | 2012 |
Pro Bono Award | Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. | 2011 |
Certificate of Family Law | University of Florida College of Law | 2003 |
Fellow, Center on Children and Families | University of Florida College of Law | 2002 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney/Owner | Monk Law Firm, PLLC | 2016 - Present |
Associate Attorney | Boyette, Cummins & Nailos, PLLC | 2013 - 2015 |
Associate Attorney | Sessums Law Group, P.A. | 2009 - 2013 |
Associate Attorney | Law Office of Edward T. LeFever, P.A. | 2008 - 2009 |
Assistant State Attorney | State Attorney's Office of Marion County, Florida | 2006 - 2008 |
Associate Attorney | Law Office of Hoyt & Bryan, LLC | 2005 - 2006 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Lakeland Bar Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
Highlands County Bar Association | Member | 2009 - Present |
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2009 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Florida Bar Journal | A Wrinkle In Time: Personal Jurisdiction’s Evolution—Pleading, Proving and Defending Personal Jurisdiction Issues. | 2013 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Florida | M.Ed., Education | 2004 |
University of Florida | Specialst, Mental Health Counseling | 2004 |
University of Florida Levin College of Law | Law | 2003 |
University of Florida | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2000 |
University of Florida | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2000 |
Jesuit, Tampa | H.S. | 1996 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Ask the Experts on News 96.5 FM radio - Orlando | Florida Family Law - Criminal Defense - Mediation and More... 2015 | 2015 |
Ask the Experts on News 96.5 FM radio | Florida Criminal Defense - Family Law - Collaborative Law and More... 2015 | 2015 |
Ask the Experts on News 96.5 FM radio - Orlando | Florida DUI and DMV laws and regulations | 2014 |
Ask the Experts on News 96.5 FM radio - Orlando | Florida Family Law - Mediation, Deposition, QDROs and More... | 2014 |
Ask the Experts on News 96.5 FM radio - Orlando | Florida DUI Defense and Family Law | 2014 |
Ask the Experts on News 96.5 FM radio - Orlando | Florida Family Law: Parental Responsibility, Relocation, Equitable Distribution; also Criminal Defense matters | 2014 |
Ask the Experts on News 96.5 FM radio - Orlando | Florida Family Law: Agreements, Paternity, Alimony and More... | 2014 |
Ask the Experts on News 96.5 FM radio - Orlando | Florida Criminal Defense and Family Law | 2014 |
Ask the Experts on News 96.5 FM radio - Orlando | Florida Family Law | 2014 |
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Legal Clinic | Pro Bono Family Law | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Salazar v. Giraldo - 2016 WL 2596051 | Affirmed on 4/5 Issues |
Browning v. Poirier, 128 So.3d 144 (Fla. 5th DCA 2013). | Certified to Florida Supreme Court |
Phillips v. Phillips - 2D12-5431 | Affirmed in favor of our client. |
$15,000.00 SETTLEMENT - TRIP AND FALL | Favorable Settlement for Client |
CONFIDENTIAL SETTLEMENT - DENTAL MALPRACTICE | Favorable Settlement for Client |
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Nick Cacciatore, Family Attorney on Mar 9, 2022
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Eric Olson, Family Attorney on Aug 4, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Nick Cacciatore, Family Attorney on Mar 9, 2022
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Eric Olson, Family Attorney on Aug 4, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Timothy Keough, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 23, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Edward Emrick IV, Unknown Attorney on Dec 22, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Monk is an excellent attorney with a proven track record. He is an intelligent and considerate advocate providing practical legal advice as well as strong and effective skill in carrying out cases.
Francis Remsen, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Ophelia Bernal-Mora, Family Attorney on Aug 9, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Monk is a valuable asset to the legal community. I have known him for some time and can attest to his legal knowledge and skills.
James Garrett, Family Attorney on Aug 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Brian Monk is a talented and well respected family law attorney. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law, truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.
James Headley, Family Attorney on Jul 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to have a few files with Mr. Monk as opposing counsel. He handles his files with a professional manner and is very aware of his duty to be an advocate for his clients. The legal community in which we practice in is fortunate to have attorneys like Brian Monk.
Darla Snead, Family Attorney on Jun 17, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Monk on several cases. He is always professional, knowledgeable and a zealous advocate for his clients.
Robert Vosburg, Family Attorney on Jun 12, 2013
Relationship: Other
I have known Mr. Monk for several years. He is very professional and knowledgeable in his practice areas. I would highly recommend Mr. Monk to anyone who is searching for a top notch attorney. He works hard for his clients and gets results.
Lori Little, Family Attorney on Jun 12, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. We have worked together on many legal matters and I trust his expertise and judgment. I would retain him as my attorney in a legal matter and would recommend him to my family and friends.
Michele Hobby, Unknown Attorney on Feb 27, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Brian possesses compassion, skill, trustworthiness, and dedication of the highest caliber. I first worked with him at the State Attorney's Office and then in private civil practice. Excellent attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Harman, Unknown Attorney on Feb 24, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Mr. Monk. He is a great choice for representation and is highly respected in the legal community.
Bryce Fetter, Family Attorney on Feb 20, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Eric Trabin, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 5, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Monk is an intelligent, hard working, and effective advocate for his clients.
James Cunha, Family Attorney on Apr 18, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Monk is a highly skilled attorney. He is diligent and fights hard for his clients rights.
Charles Thompson, Family Attorney on Oct 31, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Joshua Westcott, Family Attorney on Apr 24, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Monk is thorough, diligent, and a true professional. I would highly recommend Mr. Monk to anyone dealing with complex family issues.
Caroline Johnson, Family Attorney on Sep 1, 2010
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Monk and I used to work as prosecutors together in Marion County, Florida. He is very dedicated to his clients. He works hard and always goes the extra step for his clients.
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