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Amy Kathryn Pietrowski
also known as ASK ATTORNEY AMY
About Amy
Biography
Attorney Amy Pietrowski overcame personal hardship, abuse and poverty to become a leading courtroom advocate for clients in Mississippi and Tennessee.
A native of Michigan, Pietrowski was only 2 years old when she was placed in foster care. She endured a turbulent childhood and in disobedience, rebelled by joining the Marine Corps. The trajectory of her life changed when she joined the U.S. Marine Corps at age 18.
Pietrowski was one of only 2,200 women serving in the Marine Corps during the first Persian Gulf War. She completed boot camp at Parris Island in Port Royal, South Carolina, followed by her Military Occupational Specialty training in communication at the 29 Palms Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in San Bernardino County, California.
During her four years of active military service, Pietrowski was stationed in Okinawa, Japan, with deployments to Thailand, Korea and the Philippines. Her work included serving as a communication center supervisor at supply and logistics bases in the Pacific region. She received extensive training on firearms, close combat and weapons systems.
Following her honorable discharge from the U.S. Marine Corps at the rank of corporal, Pietrowski completed an undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Mississippi. She took time off from her career after her two children were born, returning to the workforce following a divorce.
When Hurricane Katrina struck Mississippi in 2005, Pietrowski was hired to serve as a FEMA crisis counselor in the Jackson, Mississippi, area. Her work included searching for those who had been displaced by the storm and helping them connect with resources for mental-health counseling and financial assistance.
She remained in the Jackson area and went on to become a teacher and intervention specialist in local public school systems. There, she taught in traditional classrooms as well as working one-on-one with bilingual students, minorities, and those in danger of dropping out of school.
Pietrowski was 40 years old when she entered law school. She graduated from the Mississippi College School of Law as a Dean’s List scholar and founded Pietrowski Law Practice PLLC in 2013.
Today she is licensed to practice law in both Mississippi and Tennessee. She is skilled in litigation, negotiations, criminal defense, divorce proceedings and family law, in addition to being a certified Guardian Ad Litem.
In her personal life, Pietrowski has maintained a commitment to physical fitness since her days in the U.S. Marine Corps, when she earned achievement awards throughout her tour of duty. She remains an avid runner and tennis player.
She speaks publicly on topics including overcoming adversity, career decisions and mentoring.
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Licensed in Florida for 1 year
State: Florida
Acquired: 2024
No misconduct found
Licensed in Mississippi for 12 years
State: Mississippi
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Pietrowski Law Practice PLLC
2075 Main Street, Office #7, Sarasota, FL, 34237
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Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2020
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She has excellent communication, she helps me understand what I am looking for in my case. She was straight to the point of the questions that I have asked. She also gives me a great strategy of step by step instructions.
Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Great hardworking attorney
We hired Amy for an ongoing custody contempt case after having another lawyer for 2 yrs. Amy did more in a few months due to covid limitations than our original attorney. Amy was available 24/7 and would text or email all updates of your case. Even while on vacation she worked on our case. She cares...
Posted by Ralph | August 01, 2019
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I was referred to Attorney Pietrowski to address a pending legal issue. My initial contact was via telephone to her office late in the afternoon. She was very quick to return my call directly early the following morning. She is very knowledgeable and informed on all aspect of the legal process and s...
Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
Highly recommended
I hired Miss Pietrowski to help with a family law matter. She is thoughtful and highly competent. She was quick to answer any questions I had and did great in the courtroom. I was lucky to have her representing me.
Posted by anonymous | July 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Asset Protection
Unfortunately, both my parents became very sick, very quickly and unexpected. I hired her to help advise me what I can do to protect my parent's assets and provide for their care. She was deligient, knowledgeable, and professional. The work was done in about 2 weeks. I highly recommend to hire her to...
Amy Kathryn Pietrowski's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Attorney Amy Pietrowski has demonstrated that she understands asking the right questions is necessary before providing a client with an accurate answer. A caring attorney not only cares but takes care when providing legal information and advice. Attorney Pietrowski is caring in every sense of the word and I am honored to have this opportunity to endorse her."
"Counsel Pietrowski offers clear, concise suggestions to questions in the forums. She is an asset to the AVVO community and to her clients. I am happy to both endorse this attorney and to thank her for her service to our country."
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"Amy is knowledgeable in the field of family law and well respected in the legal community."
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"Amy is an exceptional attorney. Her background in public service and excellence in advocacy are a great asset to anyone in need of legal help. She truly is an attorney with a servant's heart. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Ms. Pietrowski has a deceptive appearance. She doesn't look like a tough-as-nails killer. But just keep thinking that, and this Marine will show you a thing or two. I endorse this lawyer with pride."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Pro Bono Award for contribution as a Pro Bono Attorney, Mississippi Association for Justice
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“2017 Most Influential Woman”, Mudd & Magnolia Magazine
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Exemplary hours provided of pro-bono legal services, Mississippi Bar Association
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Attorney, Pietrowski Law Practice
2007 - 2012
English Teacher, Pearl Junior High School
2003 - 2007
Communications Center Supervisor, United States Marine Corps
2000 - 2009
Business Owner, Executive Profiles; Resume & Career Consulting
Associations
2019 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Lee County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Lafayette Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Lafayette Volunteer LawyersMember
2013 - Present
Trigger TimeMember
2013 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Mississippi State BarMember
2000 - Present
United State Marine Corps Women LeagueMember
American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys
Member
Education
2013
Mississippi College
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2019
Family Law 101: From Theory to Practice,
Family Law 101: From Theory to Practice
2016
Oxford Campus
DUI Law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
Will they remove my child if I fail a drug test for thc that's legal in the state which is cannabis that contains 0.3 THC?
22 Aug 2025
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I have visitation of my son when he came to my house he has 4 bruises on his back he said his father hit him with a belt
03 Apr 2020
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Can I file a protection order for my kids?
03 Apr 2020
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Expungement in Mississippi
02 Apr 2019
Legal Guide
Overdue Child support guidelines
19 Jun 2016