Dustin Michael Butler
About me
Dustin Butler's practice focuses on Family Law, Estate Planning and Civil Litigation. Originally from Terre Haute, Indiana, Dustin graduated with High Distinction honors from Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis (IUPUI), with a Bachelors Degree in Political Science. At IUPUI he was named a Masarachia Scholar, a program dedicated to worker's rights, senior citizens, community representation and activism. He was named a Top 10 student and twice named a Top 100 student while at IUPUI.
He received his JD, with Cum Laude honors, from the University of Florida, Levin College of Law, where his curriculum focused on litigation. While in law school he was a Teaching Assistant for Trial Practice. He also served as a Certified Legal Intern at the State Attorney's Office for the Eighth Judicial Circuit, preparing and presenting cases for trial before jury.
Dustin has always been committed to serving those in his community. He has worked with numerous community organizations including: organizing Christmas drives and volunteer work with local schools, Special Olympics, and local legal service organizations.
He is a member of the Family Law and Trial Lawyers sections of the Florida Bar. He is also a member of the Lee County Bar Association. Dustin is admitted to practice in all State Courts for the State of Florida and the Federal Courts for the Middle District of Florida.
Memberships
Florida Bar
- Family Law Section
- Trial Lawyer Section
Federal Courts for the Middle District of Florida
Lee County Bar Association
Practice areas
Licensed
- Family: 30%
- Divorce: 30%
- Estate Planning: 20%
- Litigation: 20%
Payment
Fees:
Free consultation (30 minutes)
Payment types:
Cash, Check, Credit card
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MoreI worked worked opposite Dustin on many cases and have found him to be the consummate professional. Dustin is very experienced and knowledgeable in family law and is one of the few attorneys that I will refer cases to when I am unable to take due to conflicts of interest. I have no doubt that he will advocate zealously on your behalf should you choose him to represent you.
Devin Mace Divorce and separation Attorney
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Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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| FL | Member in Good Standing | 2010 | 08/10/2016 |
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| Rising Star | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2016 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Legal Elite Up & Comer | Florida Trend Magazine | 2015 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Legal Elite Up & Comer | Florida Trend Magazine | 2013 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Legal Elite Up & Comer | Florida Trend Magazine | 2012 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Certificate of Appreciation | Lee County Bar Association | 2011 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Title | Company name | Duration |
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| Associate | Martin Law Firm, P.L. | 2010 - Present |
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| Lee County Bar Association, Family Law Section | Co-chair | 2015 - Present |
| Lee County Bar Association | N/A | N/A |
| Cape Coral Bar Association | President | 2014 - 2015 |
| Cape Coral Bar Association | Vice President | 2013 - 2014 |
| Cape Coral Bar Association | Treasurer | 2012 - 2013 |
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| Publication name | Title | Date |
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| Res Gestae (Lee County Bar Association) | Alimony and Timesharing---What is going on? | 2016 |
| Res Gestae (Lee County Bar Association) | Daubert and Family Law Cases | 2015 |
| Fort Myers News Press | McCready custody case to remain in Fla., her son in Ark. foster care | 2012 |
| WINK News Now | Missing persons flyer issued for Zander McCready | 2011 |
| School name | Major | Degree | Graduated |
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| University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law | Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor | N/A | 2010 |
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| Family Law Brown Bag | Guardianship issues with Divorce | 2016 |
| Family Law CLE | 2015 Case Law Update | 2015 |
| Family Law Brown Bag | Judicial Panel | 2015 |