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

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Robert Bycelle Peddy Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

Showing 36 - 40 of 48 reviews

Posted by Ed | October 06, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Hired a Lawyer and got a Friend

Hired Robert for modification of custody after a recommendation of a co-worker. He did and exellent job and I got quite a bit more than what I was expecting. I can't thank him and his staff enough. He even attended my wedding last year.

Posted by Michelle | August 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Michelle

I have used the Peddy Law office since 2007. On every occasion my case was handled with care and strict attention to detail. Mr Peddy treated my family and myself as though our case was personal to him. He and his assistants were always available to "bring me down from the ledge" when things got c...haotic. We could never thank Peddy Law enough for what they have done for our family.

Posted by rdelacruz67 | May 14, 2015 | Child Support

Excellent Attorney

I couldn't have chosen a better attorney than Robert Peddy to handle my case. I worked with him on this case for almost 3 years and he did the best work possible. My daughters biological father wanted no part of her and served me with documents to reduce his child support. Mr. Peddy put so much effor...t and on the long run ended up winning the case. The biological father gave up his rights and my wonderful boyfriend adopted my daughter. Me Peddy always kept in communication and notified me of every single thing going on with the case. If you need a family law attorney or looking for an attorney in the field he works in he's the one to go to. Robert Peddy is the best attorney!!!!

Posted by Larry and Laura Johnson | September 14, 2014 | Child Custody

Winning Custody

My husband and I contacted Mr Robert Peddy after struggling with another attorney in a custody case for my step daughter. After speaking with Mr Peddy, I was confident that he was the best person for the job. He displayed confidence, sincerity, and was very knowledgeable. Outside of the courtroom he ...was sincere and was always there to answer any questions we had. In the courtroom he was well prepared, confident, and composed. Robert met with us on several occasions prior to trial to ensure that all of us were well prepared and ready to proceed. He did a fantastic job in preparing us, his staff , and himself with all details regarding our case. Everyone knows how hard it is for a father to obtain custody and the mother only have visitation. Despite all difficulties surrounding our case, we walked out winners. My husband is the primary parent for his daughter and she is now living with us.

Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2014 | Child Custody

A Genuine Yet Defiant Attorney

My husband and I went to Mr. Robert Peddy for a relocation case regarding my son, and could not have been happier! We consulted with multiple attorneys prior to Robert, but the confidence and sincerity he displayed in our initial meeting made our choice easy, and he ended up being everything you cou...ld want in an attorney. Outside of the courtroom he was genuine and trustworthy while inside the courtroom he was composed and prepared. Any court battle will be stressful, but having Robert sitting next to you in the courtroom will bring a sense of calm. He will fight for you until the end and really put in the effort to build your case. Unlike many attorneys Robert will meet with you extensively prior to trial to make sure you are prepared and to ensure a solid gameplan. His paralegal, Trish, was also terrific and both had great communication with us throughout the trial. The respect Robert commands within the court system along with his experience with family law was definitely apparent in all of our hearings. We won of course. Not only was my son granted relocation, but I now have full custody.

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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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