Robert Bycelle Peddy Jr.

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Robert Bycelle Peddy Jr.

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Lakeland, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Criminal Defense

4200 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL

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About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 45%

34 years

45%
Family 40%

34 years

40%
Criminal Defense 15%

34 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2022 2013
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 33 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1992

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Robert Bycelle Peddy Jr.

4200 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL, 33813

peddylaw.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Robert online.

Robert Bycelle Peddy Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 20 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Jay | April 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Greatest guide through the toughest ride- THE BEST!

Custody cases and ex spouses can be extremely difficult to say the least. Robert Peddy, Trish Alderman and their staff are amazing and have their heads on right (even when you don't-which can happen in the midst of such emotional chaos). Sometimes you can't see the forest for the trees but, Peddy C...AN! We sometimes couldn't see how things would turn out well many times over because we were attacked with malicious lies and motion after motion of nonsense. Peddy just smiled and said, "here's what we are going to do... what do you think?" He always gave suggestions, asked what we wanted in the end and worked to achieve a well balanced ending EVERY TIME. He is well versed in law, socially engaged and respected by his peers as well as his judicial superiors. Peddy KNOWS family law and that is what you want when you are in the ring... not someone who says they have experience but someone who actually DOES. We wouldn't suggest any other family lawyer to anyone- only Robert Peddy, Jr. We trust him implicitly!

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Simply Amazing

I hired Robert in the beginning of 2018 to file for a divorce and in hopes of Sole custody which is typically almost impossible. I knew I was up against a monster (former ex husband) with his narcissistic ways. Fortunately Robert was just the right person for the job and I couldn't be any happier wit...h the outcome. My baby is with me 342 days out of the year and I was rewarded all holidays. Eventually I will be going back to court to take on the monster again to make sure my baby stays safe and I know for a fact Robert will be the one beside me. I seriously can not thank Robert, Trish, Stephanie and Brooke enough!

Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Kudos to Mr. Peddy and his incredible office staff for potentially saving my sons life!

I had relocated back to my home state with the intention of bringing my son with me. Since this did not happen and not knowing where to turn, I contacted a local attorney, and he recommended Mr. Peddy. It turned out to be the best decision I could have ever made. In the end my son was allowed to re...locate to another state with me and I was awarded the majority of time-sharing with my son. Mr. Peddy was very honest with me about what I needed to do to prove that it was in the best interest of my son to reside with me. Mr. Peddy and his office staff worked very hard to assure that all of his t's were crossed and i's were dotted. The most impressive part of the long process was Mr. Peddy's knowledge and insight as to how to work the case. He was a master at adjusting his approach to each situation he was presented with and did this throughout the entire process. I honestly believe that if you are truly in the right, willing to be honest and do your homework, Mr. Peddy will find a way to get you what you deserve. I strongly recommend Mr. Peddy to anyone who is presented with a difficult case. The fact that my son was allowed to relocate out of state and that I was awarded the majority of time-sharing, says more than anything else I can say. He and his staff orchestrated the process magnificently.

Posted by Chris | February 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Central Florida's Best!

When you start the process of divorce, you always hope for the best and trust that things like communication and co-parenting will be seamless and easy, especially for the sake of the children. Its not until you realize that divorce and co-parenting is one of the most difficult things you can encoun...ter as a parent, and that even in the most ideal situations, you WILL need a legal advocate – not simply an attorney. Robert has not only been my legal representative, but he and Trish have been the reassuring voice and guidance that I needed when I faced some of my worst days as a divorced father. Robert is tenacious, aggressive, and strategic, but he is also patient and will “strike while the iron is hot”. As he promised over eight years ago during our first consultation, I now have primary custody of both of my children. I could not have done it without Mr. Peddy and his legal team. His reputation is strong, his knowledge is vast, and his experience is worth every penny. I cannot express the amount of gratitude I have for his contributions to my family's future.

Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Robert fixed mess from former attorney who sold me out due to his lack of competence and ethics.

I came to Robert because my attorney tricked me and I needed to fire him, so I was very apprehensive about trusting any attorney. Robert was recommended to me by someone who is involved in the court system. He and Trish took care of my girls and they never gave up-even though the other side tried e...very nasty, underhanded trick in the book; Robert and Trish stood with me until the end, yielding a positive outcome! He has a great reputation with the judges, which I think is a tremendous help....he is truly legit and one of the few attorneys I can say I honestly trust!!!

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Robert Bycelle Peddy Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Ralph Guerra

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Peddy is an experienced and hard-working attorney who always looks out for his client's best interests."

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Jonathan Franklin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Franklin

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

2000 - 2000

Partner, Wendel, Chritton, Parks, DeBari, & Peddy, Chartered

2000 - 2013

Attorney, Law Offices of Peddy, P.A.

1998 - 1999

Associate, Wendel, Chritton, & Parks, Chartered

1993 - 1998

Assistant State Attorney, Office of the State Attorney Tenth Judicial Circuit

1992 - 1993

Associate, W. James Kelly, P.A.

Associations

2000 - Present

Polk County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

1992 - Present

Lakeland Bar Association

Past President

1992 - Present

Polk County Trial Lawyers Association

1992 - Present

Lakeland High School Century and Booster Club

Member

2009 - 2012

Florida Bar Grievance Committee 10B

Past Chair

2000 - 2000

Florida Bar, Consumer Protection Law Committee

Member

2000 - 2001

Florida Bar, Criminal Law Section, Driving Under the Influence Committee

Member

1999 - 2001

USF Board of Directors (Lakeland Campus)

1998 - 2008

American Cancer Society Board

Past Chair

1998 - 2005

Rotary

1996 - 2001

Wilson Inn of Court

Education

1991

Stetson University College of Law

law

1988

Emory University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1984

Lakeland Senior High School

Languages

English

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