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Barbara Ann Cossu
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Biography
I am a long-term resident of Southwest Florida, and received my undergraduate degree from St. Joseph’s College in Maine, and my law degree from Stetson University, College of Law in Gulfport, Florida. Since 2008, I have practiced family law. My approach to family law matters is to zealously represent my clients but still maintain respect and dignity for the parents and children after the case is completed.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 17 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2008
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Location
Law Office of Barbara A. Cossu
1375 Jackson Street, Suite 405, Fort Myers, FL, 33901
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Barbara Ann Cossu's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Meggan | September 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
She is a gift from God!
Barbara has gone above and beyond. She has stuck through a lot of my DCF issues and has helped me to remain in faith for my daughter. She has also protected my other little ones from the crawls of DCF. I may of not gotten my daughter Gwenith back after three years of fight for her but that's not Barb...
Posted by Scott | August 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
AMAZING!!!!!
Hiring a lawyer who did'nt have your best interest at heart...$8500. Alamony over 10 years....$45000. Hiring Barbara to fix the previous atty.'s mess....PRICELESS !! Barbara was recomended to me by another attny. who would'nt touch my case. I sent her my case file and she went to working her magi...
Posted by Kim | October 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Beyond fantastic!
Barbara is everything you could ask for in an attorney. She is compassionate to her clients situation & knowledgeable of the law. She did an excellent job of explaining everything & helped me to think rationally when it was very difficult for me. I felt so comfortable with Barbara. She really helped ...
Posted by Andrea | August 11, 2015
Experienced attorney
Barbara is a great lawyer. She went above and beyond for my case. She is very knowledgeable, and makes everything easy to understand. She is professional, yet personable, and I would trust her to handle any case. HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER.
Posted by Lisa | July 1, 2014
Trustworthy & Professional
Barbara was awesome in helping with my custody, child support & parenting arrangements for my case. She was very knowledgeable in family law and kept me informed throughout the process. She made me feel like a person & not just another case! Hopefully I won't need to...but she will be the first on...
Barbara Ann Cossu's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Cossu is experienced, thorough, and dedicated to her clients. I endorse her without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ive read her responses to some questions and find her advise to be not only excellent, but given not just as a lawyer but to Counsel which is part of actually being a lawyer."
"I endorse Barbara Ann without reservation. She has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and is a superb litigator."
"One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer."
"Barbara works hard for her clients and takes the time to understand the issues to better represent their interests. Knowledgeable and professional, Barbara gets results for her clients."
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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. Barbara is a very professional and knowledgeable attorney. She is passionate about her work and always has her clients best interests in mind."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have observed Ms. Cossu in court and she is always prepared with the latest case law and fights hard for her clients in court."
"I endorse this lawyer. Barbara and I have had many cases together. I remember one in particular where we both were zealously advocating for our clients on a very rare and difficult issue regarding paternity. We had multiple motion hearings, trials and even appellate arguments. In every aspect of the case, Barbara remained professional and was a true advocate for her client. I was impressed with her skills and I would be happy to sit opposite her on any other family law matter."
"Barbara is a very professional, hard working and knowledgeable attorney. She is very caring and goes the extra distance for her clients. If you have an issue related to family law I highly recommend you seek her services. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Barbara is a staunch advocate for her clients and "goes the extra mile." She is professional in every way."
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Experience
Honors
1999
Territory Manager of the Year, Blue Cross Blue Shield
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Barbara A. Cossu
2014 - Present
Partner, Faden & Cossu, P.A.
2008 - 2014
Staff Attorney, Lee County Legal Aid Society
2006 - 2008
Law Clerk, George, Hartz & Lundeen, PA
2001 - 2005
Risk Manager, Lee Memorial Health Systems
1997 - 2001
Territory Manager, Florida Blue
Associations
2008 - Present
Florida Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2006 - Present
Lee County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
J.O. v. A.L.
case dismissed in favor of client
Education
2008
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
St Joseph's College (Standish, ME)
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Annual education
Risk management updates/advanced directives
2013
United way/publix
Legal aid services
2013
Annual employee education
Risk management education
2012
Annual education
Legal documentation/risk managemenr
2011
Annual education
Legal documentation/risk a management education
2010
Education seminar
Annual risk management education
2005
New employee orientation
legal documentation/advanced directives
Publications
2014
NBC-2 News
State Sitting on Thousands in Child Support
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my parents get sued if they have custody over me and I don't live with them but gave me away to my pastors without custody?
23 Mar 2019
Q&A
Do I need to get a lawyer to defend against a temporary injunction that was filed against me?
11 Jul 2018
Q&A
Can I take legal action against a daycare that is falsely accusing me to dcf?
13 Jul 2018