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Johanne Valois Shoffstall is an attorney who has been practicing since 1994. She is the founder and president of the Law Offices of Johanne Valois, P.A., founded in 1999. Johanne is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator and a Qualified (13th Judicial Circuit) Parenting Coordinato. Since 2022, she has been working "Of Counsel" at Loftus Law located in Sarasota.
While she is a proponent of more peaceful, less adversorial divorce proceedings; however, her office provides all levels of legal representation with respect to diverse family law matters, including domestic violence, paternity, mediation, asset division, child support, contempt and enforcement, and the award of fees.
She provides an array of services within the area of family law, such as litigation services, guard ad litem services, divorce coaching and parenting coordination.
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32 years | 1,000 cases
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State: Florida
Acquired: 1994
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Posted by Abbie | January 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Unusual divorce case, closed in 90 days!
I had a very unusual case, divorce in FL and child custody in VA. It was tricky to navigate and there were times when things felt uncertain of how it would progress forward but Johanne was amazing at handling this odd case, was prompt with details, messages and txt. She took a very difficult and hard...
Posted by Vanessa | May 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
That Dreaded Scott case
Johanne saved me. I was married to a control freak. She knew just how to handle him and the slimy lawyers he sought out. It took two years to get free from him, but she did it. It has been over 20 years now and my son has completely grown up. Up until 2010 my ex-husband with whom she freed me wo...
Posted by Danette | June 27, 2010 | Wills & Living Wills
There is one word that discribes Johanne and that word is AWESOME!!!!!
Simply put, if you are looking for a lawyer who will fight for you, Johanne is that person. Johanne represented me five years ago during my divorce/custody case. Recently the case was reopened by my ex-husband and she represented me again. I was extremely nervous going into the courtroom, however, w...
"I not only endorse this lawyer, I invited her to join my Firm as a colleague. Johanne is a special person, who gives her all to the practice of law. That is saying a lot, because she is knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and a dedicated, effective advocate for her clients. I would put her up against anyone. She's got my bet!"
"Johanne is experienced, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to work with. She cares about her clients and works diligently on their behalf. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer highly. Johanne recently received her LLM through a very rigorous program at Stetson College of Law."
"A great, family-centered mediator. Willing to go the extra mile and spend the extra time to get it right."
"I endorse this lawyer. Johanne is an excellent attorney who zealously represents her clients amirably in and out of Court. She is a formidable opponent and a dynamic mediator."
"I endorse this lawyer. Johanne is a very successful mediator and she has settled several of my cases which I thought would be impossible. Her attitude is that no case is impossible to settle. That is the attitude you need in a mediator."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Johanne as an opposing counsel and utilizing her services as a mediator. She is extremely professional and skilled as both an attorney and mediator. I would recommend her services highly."
"I have known Johanne since approximately 1998 and have worked with her as opposing counsel in family law cases and used her services as a Mediator. She is excellent in both roles."
"I would highly recommend Johanne to anyone looking for an skilled mediator or family law attorney. Johanne is compassionate and understanding with clients and very knowledgeable about the law. Unlike many other family law attorneys, she always works toward the children's best interests and considers the children's well-being an important aspect of the divorce process."
"I avidly endorse this lawyer's work. She is an exceptional attorney and she represents her clients efficiently and dependably. Furthermore, she is an excellent mediator and parent coordinator whom we intend to continue to use in our family law cases."
"I can state without hesitation that I endorse and recommend Johanne Valois-Shoffstall as an attorney. She is diligent, honest and knowledgeable. Most importantly, she cares about her clients and their cases."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Johanne and I worked on a case together. She handled herself with much integrity and professionalism, while she strongly advocated for her client."
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"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Ms. Valois-Shoffstall for over ten years and know her to be an honest, hard working attorney who diligently works to protect the rights of her clients. She has a tenancity that is a great benefit inside and outside of the courtroom."
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2024
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Lead Counsel Verified, Thomson Reuters
2023
Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2011
2011-2012 Executive and Professional Woman of the Year, National Association of Professional Women
2003
Certificate of Merit for Outstanding Performance, Florida Bar -- Family Law Section
2002
Honor for Leadership and Achievement, Strathmore's Who's Who Honors
1993
Outstanding Achievement in the Study of Law, Who's Who Among American Law Students
1992
Moot Court Board, Stetson University College of Law
1992
First Internship at Tampa General Hospital (Health Care), Stetson University College of Law
2022 - Present
Of Counsel, Loftus Law
1998 - Present
Principal attorney, Law Offices of Johanne Valois, P.A.
2009 - 2019
President, Parenting Coordination and Mediation Services
1996 - 1998
Associate attorney, Ronald S. Reed, P.A.
1995 - 1996
Attorney, Johanne Valois, P.A.
2024 - Present
Manatee County Bar AssociationMember
2023 - Present
Sarasota County Bar AssociationMember
2023 - Present
Family Court Professional CoalitionMember
1994 - Present
Florida BarMember
1992 - Present
The International Legal Fraternity of Phi Delta PhiMember
1995 - 2019
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaMember
Successful on all fronts:children/civil/criminal
Client granted custody modification request
2015
LL.M.
1993
Juris Doctorate
1991
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
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Legislative Update
2008
Various family law subjects
1999
Domestic Violence
1998
Domestic Violence
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Johanne earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Is there a statue of limitations on a divorce decree or a SOL for filing of either contempt or enforcement of decree?
30 Dec 2010
What legal rights does a mistress have to prevent a wife from being present with her husband during a paternity test?
31 Dec 2010
What does "notice termination prosecution"mean?
11 Aug 2010