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Debra M. Salisbury
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Biography
I strive to handle legal matters in an expeditious fashion. My staff and I will listen to you and provide zealous advocacy. You will be provided with information as to your legal alternatives and the possible results. After explaining the legal implications of your case to you, we will honor your decisions. My staff and I look forward to meeting and working with you.
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Licensed in Florida for 32 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1993
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Location
Law Offices of Debra M. Salisbury
3293 Fruitville Road, Unit 101, Sarasota, FL, 34237-6453
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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Adoption
Posted by anonymous | October 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
Adoption
I greatly appreciated Attorney Salisbury's clear and helpful advice before we went before an adoption review committee. She was also very helpful and prepared when it came time to adopt our child. She prepared us ahead of time with the questions that were going to be asked and was very kind. I highly...
Posted by David | September 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
Absolute best
Debbie helped us through a very difficult situation with our adopted daughter and could not have been more supportive and qualified in getting us the best outcome possible. I would recommend her to anyone in need.
Posted by Mary | June 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
Grandparent interstate adoption
My husband and I retained Debra to handle the adoption of our 13 year old granddaughter in Sarasota County . She made a difficult family matter possible with her professionalism, tact and grace. She communicated very effectively with the Michigan judicial system that had jurisdiction over the guardia...
Posted by matthew and diane | May 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
Amazing
Debra helped us through a step parent adoption. She was great, fast and straight to the point. She went way out of her way and jumped many hurdles to make this happen for us very quickly. thanks to her now my baby girl is MY BABY GIRL. Thank you Debra
Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2013 | Adoption
Excellent Sarasota attorney
We hired Debra Salisbury for a step-parent adoption and I couldn't be happier with how smoothly the process went. She was very helpful in explaining the process up front. Salisbury and her staff are extremely well-informed, kind and thorough. I would absolutely recommend her.
Debra M. Salisbury's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Debra Salisbury for quite some time and always found her to be a consummate professional and zealous advocate for her clients. I wholeheartedly endorse Debra."
"I endorse this lawyer. Debra Salisbury is an intelligent, skilled, and zealous advocate for her clients. I have known Debra for more than 20 years and endorse her without hesitation."
"Attorney Salisbury and I have been opponents on a number of dissolution of marriage cases. She is an excellent advocate for her clients and though we have litigated cases, we have also successfully reached resolutions through mediation or settlement conferences. Ms. Salisbury is an experienced attorney who is very organized. Her incredible attention to detail and skills are assets to her clients."
"I have known Ms. Salisbury for many years and consider her to be a foremost authority on local matters related to various aspects of family law. Whether it be for a divorce, custody matter or an adoption, I highly recommend this fine lawyer."
"It has been my pleasure to work with and learn from the experience of working with Debra Sailsbury. No one works harder for her clients than Ms. Salisbury. She always sees to her client's needs and serves their best interests throughout her representation. I endorse this lawyer."
"I whole heartedly endorse Debra. She is very knowledgeable in family law matters and always prepared. If you are looking for a lawyer who knows the law, is aggressive in the courtroom, returns phones calls and stays on top of her caseload, call Debra Salisbury. You won't be disappointed."
"Debra Salisbury is a great family law attorney because she works hard and is a persuasive communicator. I have seen Debra in action and been impressed by her research, memos, and witness files. It is no surprise why Debra gets good results for her clients: Debra does all the work beforehand and wins her hearings before she walks into the courtroom."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Board Certified Specialist in Juvenile Law, The Florida Bar
2012
Gold Level Pro Bono Award, Legal Aid of Manasota
2007
Bronze Level Pro Bono Award, Legal Aid of Manasota
Work Experience
1995 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Debra M. Salisbury, P.A.
Associations
State of Florida Board of Nursing
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
2008 - 2013
Sarasota Florida Association For Women LawyersBoard of Directors
2005 - 2013
Florida Adoption CouncilMember
1999 - 2000
Sarasota Florida Association For Women LawyersPresident
1995 - 2000
Sarasota Florida Association For Women LawyersBoard of Directors
1993 - 2013
Sarasota County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
W.S. v. Dep't of Children and Family Servs.
The case was reversed and remanded to the trial court for further proceedings.
Education
1992
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
University of Florida College of Nursing
MS - Master of Science
1980
Salve Regina University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
2018 Disabilities Training Conference
Advocating For Families of Children With Complex Medical Issues When Medical Child Abuse Accusations are Made
2014
2014 Child Protection Summit
Thinking Outside the Box
2013
2013 Child Protection Summit
Covering the Bases – Having What you Need for Trial at Your Fingertips
Publications
2011
The Docket
Practice Tips For Defense Counsel In Dependency Land, Part 1
2011
The Docket
Practice Tips For Defense Counsel In Dependency Land, Part 2
1986
Journal of Psychosocial Nursing
AIDS: Psychosocial Implications
Languages
English