Robert J. Hoffman

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Robert J. Hoffman

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 36 years

Family Lawyer at Sarasota, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

1330 Main Street, Fl. 2, Suite 12, Sarasota, FL

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About Robert

Biography

Robert J. Hoffman, Family Law, Former Child Support Hearing Officer

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 40%

Dissolution of marriage through final disposition on contested and uncontested proceedings. Paternity proceedings.

18 years

40%
Divorce and Separation 20%

Divorce representation, preparation of pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements.

20%
Estate Planning 20%

Preparation of Wills, Trusts, Durable Powers of Attorney, Living Wills and Healthcare Surrogates. Pre-need Guardianship.

20%
Criminal Defense 10%

Previously served as Public Defender in Queens, New York where I represented thousands of indigent criminal defendants. I have also represented federal criminal defendants in the United States District Court for the Middle D I strict of Florida. Successfully represented a Defendant at a bond hearing in Florida State Court by getting bond reduced.

21 years

10%
DUI and DWI 10%

DUI and DWI representation. Jury and non-jury trials.

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2020 2017 2016
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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 31 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1994

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 36 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1990

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Robert J. Hoffman, Esquire, PLLC

1330 Main Street, Fl. 2, Suite 12, Sarasota, FL, 34236

robertjhoffmanattorneyatlaw.com/

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Robert J. Hoffman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

SRQ Mom

When everything that was most sacred and profound was taken from me, my children, due to unscrupulous actions and vendetta and I questioned the ethical foundation of the entire legal system, I was blessed to find the one person who acted with integrity, wisdom, kindness, honor and determination. It i...s truly difficult to find the words to express my gratitude to Robert Hoffman. Not only does he return emails with laser-like speed and precision -- including that very first time when I wrote to him on a Sunday morning -- he is dispassionate and committed. He is a man of his word. Mr. Hoffman is a true rare breed in his field. I shudder to think of what a future mom might endure if she does not have the grace that I experienced in acquiring his legal representation.

Posted by Dean | November 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Phenomenal service!

We recently hired Mr. Hoffman to execute our last will and testament/trust. It was an exceptional experience from start to finish! He was extremely responsive to all of our questions and needs. He answered our emails typically within literally minutes of receiving them and explained things in lan...guage that we could understand. He and his office team took very good care of us and I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal assistance!

Posted by Karen | May 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Counsel

Bob represented me in my divorce. He is an exceptional attorney. Very affordable, and quick to respond to phone calls, emails, and texts. Also very empathetic. Highly recommend Bob.

Posted by Semir José MuhammadPachano | May 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Prompt Response

Attorney Hoffman was amazingly fast to respond and set up an in person meeting to listen to the situation and set up a plan that helped find a solution. I would recommend him to anyone needing legal advice with a fast response and easy to talk to. Thank you!!

Posted by Ruthann OBrien (use last name as well) | December 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

He really cares about you!

Attorney Hoffman makes you feel comfortable from the moment you meet him. You’re not just a client to him he truly cares. I Originally I went to Attorney Joe Benson attorney of Sarasota. He took my sister’s money and did nothing. He was Awful, He was a no show at our first Appointment, that should... have been our first red flag! We were lost we didn’t know what to do. I found Mr. Hoffman online emailed him at 7:30 in the morning by 8:30 I had a response. I continued throughout the day to email him questions he responded quickly to everyone of them. I made an appointment with him and saw him later that day. He made a very complicated situation seemed very easy. Immediately put a plan of action together tells you what he’s going to do and then he does it. My sister is trying to get a divorce from a man in Jamaica it was very complicated. We did not know where her husband lived. She hasn’t seen him in several years. Mr. Hoffman made this divorce affordable and smooth. He completely restored my faith. His knowledge and service is outstanding. He’s not about the money. I can’t believe how many questions he answered for me throughout the day that he had to research and I hadn’t paid him a penny. Mr. Hoffman is amazing. He certainly is a blessing to our family. Ruthann OBrien

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Robert J. Hoffman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Allan Baily

Family lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is an excellent trial lawyer who is well- respected in the Sarasota legal community. His commitment to protecting his clients is evident to anyone who sees him in court. I highly recommend Robert."

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Leif Hamman

Family lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hoffman has the skills, the knowledge, the talent, and the experience to make him a top-notch lawyer for his clients. I am pleased to endorse this lawyer."

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AnneMarie Rizzo

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. When you speak to Robert you immediately can hear his passion for his work. He has a tremendous amount of knowledge, background and experience."

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Hillary Johnson

Family lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have personally worked with Robert and he is professional and competent in handling difficult family law matters. He is diligent and thorough and takes great pride in getting excellent results for his clients."

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Darren Finebloom

Family lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen Robert work first hand. He is always prepared and thorough in his preparation. I highly endorse him on any family law matter."

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David Haenel

Family lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Robert has been practicing law for over 25 years, both in New York and Florida. I have personally witnessed Robert dealing with clients and advocating on their behalf. I would recommend Robert to anyone seeking a family law attorney."

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Michael Perry

Family lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Robert on a family law case and he did an excellent job. He was very well prepared, great client communication and got an excellent result for the client. He is very knowledgeable on the law and is extremely driven to do the best for his clients. I would highly recommend Robert to anyone seeking a family law lawyer."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Nov 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lawyers who spend time giving back in pro bono forums like this are special and should be commended and endorsed. Kudos."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Top Contributor, AVVO

2016

Excellent, Family, AVVO

1988

Dedicated Service Award, New York Law School Journal of Human Rights

Work Experience

2008 - 2015

Child Support Hearing Officer/Magistrate, Twelfth Judicial Circuit

Associations

2016 - Present

Sarasota County Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Sertoma of Greater Sarasota

1994 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1990 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2015

Florida Bar

General Magistrates Committee, Family Law Section

2010 - 2016

Florida Bar

Support Issues Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Motion to Dissolve Domestic Violence Injunction

Motion granted

Domestic violence

Dismissal of Petition

Greene v. State, 714 So. 2d 554 (Fla. 2d DCA 1998)

Affirmed

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Education

1989

New York Law School

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

1986

Fordham University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Family Court Professional Callaborative Conference

"In the Mean Time"

Publications

2000

Florida Bar Journal Article, “Legal Malpractice in the Criminal Context: Is Postconviction Relief Required?”, 74 Florida Bar Journal 66 (2000), cited in Cira v. Dillinger, 903 So. 2d 367 (Fla. 2d DCA 2005).

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Robert earned significant contribution points in 2020.

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