Jay Robert Seigel

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Jay Robert Seigel

4.7
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 16 years

Family Lawyer at Sarasota, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Real Estate

1800 Second Street, Suite 884, Sarasota, FL

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About Jay

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 80%

Including Divorce & Separation; Parenting Plans; Child Support

80%
Real Estate 20%

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2020 2019

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 16 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2009

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Jay R. Seigel, P.A.

1800 Second Street, Suite 884, Sarasota, FL, 34236

jayseigellaw.com/

Jay Robert Seigel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Gloria & Harold | May 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Real Estate Attorney

If you are looking for a real estate attorney in the state of Florida look no further and hire Mr. Seigel who is a true professional, courteous, and very knowledgeable attorney who gives you all the pricing upfront. His staff and him went above and beyond to help us get a favorable outcome. Thank you... Mr. Seigel!

Posted by James | February 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Mr.

Hired Attorney Jay Robert Seigel to handle my divorce. He was extremely responsive and professional throughout the entire process. Through his advice and legal knowledge, this process was able to be concluded in a timely manner. Based on my experience working with him I would recommend his services t...o anyone.

Posted by Roland | November 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney

The best guide through the legal jungle

Mr. Seigel was a great guide and comfort through my legal issues, taking the time to explain the process and going the extra mile in his representation of me. I am proud to call him my attorney and would most certainly go to him again should I need expert and professional representaion.

Posted by Mark | July 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Client Focused & Talented

Jay Seigel was the perfect lawyer for our family because he's a tough lawyer and a good listener. His legal advice was always based on realistic outcomes, even if it wasn't exactly what we wanted to hear. However, his legal counsel took into consideration the route we wanted to take and he represente...d us in a way that showed just how knowledgeable and capable he is. Jay was always there to give us realistic expectations but at the same time listen to what we had to say. Jay's tenacity and litigation skills in the courtroom were extremely impressive and he was able to get us the outcome we were looking for. Jay is a rare find, a talented and personable lawyer that is easy to work with, and we feel fortunate to have found him.

Posted by Danielle | November 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Would hire Jay again!

From the very first meeting with Jay, he was upbeat, kind, had all the answers to all of my questions and made the tough situation of a divorce, a little better. I was nervous and hesitant as to what was ahead of me going through this, but Jay took care of it ALL. I would definitely recommend him to ...anyone seeking legal advice, Jay’s the best!

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Rafael Villalba

Family lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jay is an exceptional advocate for his clients. I have had the pleasure to work alongside Jay on several cases. I have watched him prepare for trial, deliver legally succinct, impactful, and effective arguments. I observed him cross examine opposing parties making the squirm on the stand and fumble over their words. I got the privilege to watch ecstatic clients embrace him thanking him for unbelievably favorable outcomes he helped them obtain. Not only is he an extremely effective attorney, he is one of the most highly ethical and scrupulous attorneys I have had the privilege to work with."

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Daphane Clements-Stevens

Family lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nia Sharan

Unknown lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jay is proficient in family law but in many other legal areas as well. His knowledge and intelligence of the law is a litigating force to be reckoned with. Jay also has a dynamic personality with a keen understanding of people and life so is able to bring a human element and approach to cases and those he represents. He is a great attorney bottom line."

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William Kowtko

Foreclosure lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with him on cases and consulted with him regarding specific areas where I do not practice. His advise has always been highly on point and very beneficial in answering my specific needs. I would refer matters to Jay without question."

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Derek Simms

Insurance lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Raymond Palmucci

Unknown lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Philip Schipani

Family lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Seigel for many years. He is a highly knowledgeable attorney. He has a high standard of ethics and cares deeply about his clients."

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Debra Salisbury

Family lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Attorney Seigel for over a year in his practice of family law. Attorney Seigel is consistently well prepared in the representation of his clients for hearings, mediations, and trials. He utilizes critical thinking in his analysis of cases while approaching cases with practicality based upon the facts of the case. He makes reasonable attempts to settle a case before seeking judicial intervention. I endorse Attorney Seigel in the area of family law."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

1998

Oral Argument in Law Award, Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Jay R. Seigel, P.A.

2009 - 2016

Attorney, Phelan Hallinan Schmieg, LLP

Associations

Florida Bar

Member

Sarasota County Bar Association

Member

Education

1998

Northwestern School of Law at Lewis & Clark

1992

Arizona State University

BA- Communications; Magna Cum Laude

Languages

English

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