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Michael Ernest Chionopoulos
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Biography
I am a retired military officer - almost 27 years total service (active and reserves) - and a disabled veteran. I am, however, fortunate to have run three marathons - and hope to run more - in my life: Oklahoma City; Honolulu; and Cayman Islands. I like to help my clients achieve a relaxed attitude. Most are upset about the circumstances in which they currently find themselves, or they would not be seeing me. I take them to golf - SWFL has some simply magnificant courses - and encourage them to do things they find relaxing so that our communication about the pending issues can be more precise. While Church - and being a Christian - is very, very important to me, I do not "force" my belief on others. However, those who know me know that my beliefs and values and see that as an asset.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Family
100%
35 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 18 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oklahoma for 33 years
State: Oklahoma
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Michael Ernest Chionopoulos
12585 New Brittany Blvd, Fort Myers, FL, 33907
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Family
Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2020 | Family
Elite Attorney
Having consulted with attorney's previously, I can attest that Mr. Chionopoulos is one of the premier attorneys in Southwest Florida. He is one of the few attorneys in the area who can handle a variety of cases -- from a criminal case to complex business litigation case to a family law case. The brea...
Posted by ANNETTE VENDITTI | March 02, 2016 | Family
Excellent Consultation
I contacted Mike here on AVVO as my husband and are currently dealing with a sensitive family matter and needed some legal advise & direction. Mike offered me a free phone consult and I immediately liked his approach which was direct and to the point with great advise and options for me and my husban...
Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2013 | Family
Absolute Law was a great choice for me
I retained Mr Chionopoulos (and also had the help of Devin who is another amazing attorney in his office) in September after a devastating loss in court with an unqualified lawyer I had hired. I was a stay at home Mom for 6 years and suddenly my children were snatched from my care and placed with the...
Michael Ernest Chionopoulos's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mike is an outstanding attorney, a good human being, and an honest man. I have worked against him in a family law case, and he was the most honest and ethical attorney that I could hope for. Straight by the book, and Mike knows the whole book. Afterwards, I have called on Mike on many occasions for advice. I count on Mike like a Legal Bible. If Mike says it, it is true. If you need a lawyer, Mike Chionopoulos is the man to get."
"I endorse this lawyer. From my personal experience in opposing Mike, I can tell you that he is a highly skilled and experienced lawyer. I have also referred several clients to Mike over the years. The clients I have referred, report successful results and great experiences. Mike has a consistent and proven record. If you need a family law or criminal attorney, then Mike should be at the top of your list."
"Mike is an excellent attorney, and has built a support staff that is experienced, and wonderful to work with. I have sent Mike many referrals, from appeals, to general litigation. I highly recommend Absolute Law."
"Mike is a strong attorney with a solid office team alongside him. He has strength in more areas of the law than almost all of our colleagues. This former judge can handle an appeal as well as a family law or business matter, which is quite an accomplishment. He is forthright and can think creatively to resolve an issue. Mike has earned my respect."
"Mike is a skilled lawyer with a great team of lawyers under him. Has assisted me on several cases as an expert witness. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. While my own practice kept me doing only trasactional matters, there were many times that I had the occasion to send litigation over to MIke. Both my clients and myself were continually well pleased with both his work ethic, attention to detail and the skilled way that he would "tear" into a otherwise complex matter, and impress both opposing counsel as as well as the Judge with his command of the subject matter and facts."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
1988
Who's Who, American Colleges & Universities
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner, Absolute Law PA
2006 - 2007
Judge, District Court Seventh Judicial District, State of Oklahoma
2002 - 2004
Judge, United States Army
1998 - 2004
JAG, United States Army
Associations
2007 - Present
Florida BarMember
2007 - Present
Lee County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Cape Coral Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
National Judicial CollegeMember
1995 - Present
Oklahoma County Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
Oklahoma Bar AssociationMember
1998 - 2007
Oklahoma Bar Association; General Counsel SectionChairman
Education
2005
National Judicial College
General Judicial
2002
United States Army Staff Judge Advocate School
Basic Staff Judge Advocate
1992
Oklahoma City University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2009
The Biblical Foundations of our Constitution
Biblical Foundations of the US Constitution
2005
Present issues regarding the Domestic Violence Cycle and prevention of domestic violence.
Present issues regarding the Domestic Violence Cycle and prevention of domestic violence.
Publications
2009
Res Gestae (Lee County Florida Bar Association)
Santa Claus, The Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy and Divorce
2004
Federal Lawyer
Marriage, Guns & Rock-n-Roll
2004
Oklahoma Bar Journal
Will You Marry Me? The question that could make you a felon
2002
Oklahoma Bar Journal
Covenants Not to Compete Could Create Competition in the Courtroom
2001
2001
Oklahoma Bar Journal
Sexual Harassment in the New Millennium: Is the Court’s Test Effective?
2000
ABA Franchise Law Journal
Preliminary Injunction Through Arbitration; The Franchisor’s Weapon of Choice
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Can i work as a maintenance person at a pawn shop as a convicted felon in Florida
30 Aug 2017
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Can I change venue im a child custody case from one county to another county which is in Florida?
01 Nov 2012
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I get a car allowance amount included on my pay check, will that be considered as income when calculating child support and alim
05 Nov 2012