Michael L Resnick

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Michael L Resnick

4.3
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 52 years

Family Lawyer at Sarasota, FL
Practice Areas: Family

1900 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL

About Michael

Biography

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 52 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1973

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Syprett, Meshad, Resnick, Lieb Et Al.

1900 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL, 34236-5919

www.smrl.com

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Michael L Resnick's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

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Posted by Rod | June 16, 2025

Sarasota's Best Matrimonial Attorney

Attorney Michael Resnick is an experienced, knowledgeable and tenacious advocate for his clients. Attorney Resnick pays attention to details and is very focused on getting the job done as efficiently and cost effectively as possible. Mr. Resnick is a force to be reckoned with. I recommend hiring M...ichael Resnick if you are looking for the best of the best…

Posted by Sonja | May 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Beating a Narcissist at his own game

I could not have successfully extricated myself from my husband of over 3 decades if it had not been for Mr Resnick and his team. As soon as my ex found out who I had hired to protect my interests he was livid. Mr Resnick is well known around town and not one to buckle under a narcissist’s threats,... manipulations and delays - all of which my husband tried after I filed For divorce. My ex was determined to make the process as difficult as possible and was met toe to toe by the best in the business. Mr Resnick advised me every step of the way during this lengthy divorce process. He also respected my wishes to keep my ex from going to jail for defying court orders. To this day my ex still doesn’t realize how much worse things could have gone for him if it had not been for my desire for a fair outcome, my own sense of peace and also in protection of our young adult children. I would highly recommend Mr. Resnick to protect your interests especially if seeking a divorce from a narcissist in particular. The only way to fight fire is with equal or greater fire. Mr Resnick is most definitely a big fire! Thank you for making my current peaceful life possible! It was worth every penny!

Posted by KS | April 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

KS

Mr. Resnick handled my high-conflict divorce with integrity, compassion, wisdom and tenacity. My 5.5 year case was difficult with relentless challenges that could only be addressed by someone with his level of legal expertise. Drawing on that expertise, Mr. Resnick did not lose one of the many motion...s filed against our side. He approached one hearing after the next competently and with grace, winning each step of the way. My children and I are safe and able to get on with our lives and that is all due to Mr. Resnick's efforts.

Posted by Fay | January 08, 2019 | Criminal Defense

Respectable and effecienct

I first met Mr. Resnick when I was a Deputy with the SSO. Although we were often on opposing sides, he always remained professional and respectful. Although I dreaded being on opposite sides, I always respected and admired his passion for his clients. Since retiring, I have recommended Mr. Resn...ick to many people, who have been quite happy with the results of their cases. Quite a fine, upstanding lawyer with excellent morals and principals.

Posted by Jean | December 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Extremely professional and proficient

I have known Mr. Resnick for well over 20 years. First in a professional capacity and then as friends. Being retired from the legal profession, I often receive requests for referals. Michael Resnick is at the top of my list. I have seldom witnessed an attorney with such passion for his clients ...and his profession. Therefore, I am also careful who I recommend to Mr. Resnick as he does not tolerate shenanigans and deceit. He is definitely a man of extreme integrity.

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Colleen Norman

Family lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Having known Michael Resnick in the legal community for many years, and having had the opportunity to work as his opposing counsel, I can state with absolute certainty that, while Mr. Resnick is a formidable opponent, he remains the consummate professional who has astounding knowledge of the law and lives up to his reputation throughout the legal community as an extraordinary advocate for his clients. I would recommend Mr. Resnick without hesitation."

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Philip Schipani

Family lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Resnick has been practicing family law for a long time. He is extremely knowledgeable in all areas and has an excellent reputation in front of the area Judges. Mr. Resnick is a smart and tenacious litigator."

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Colleen Norman

Family lawyer

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Philip Schipani

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

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2014

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2014

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

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2013

Meritorious Public Service, Florida Bar

2012

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2011

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2010

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2009

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2009

Patriotic Employer, National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve

2008

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2007

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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1973 - Present

Senior Partner, Syprett, Meshad, Resnick, Lieb, Dumbaugh, Jones, Krotec & Westheimer, PA

1900 - Present

Partner, Syprett Meshad

Associations

1973 - Present

Sarasota County Bar Association

member

Education

1970

New England School of Law

JD

1967

Windham College

BA

Languages

English

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