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Paul Joseph Consbruck

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  • Venice, FL
  • Licensed for 31 years
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About Paul

Adoption work has been the most fulfilling legal work in my 26 years of lawyering, and having experienced adoption first-hand, as an adoptive parent, helps me appreciate all the emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions of the process.

Practice areas

ImmigrationWills and living willsAdoption
  1. Adoption: 50%

    International adoptions, Recognition of Foreign Adoption, Re-Adoption, Guardianships, Immigration of minor children into the United States, Name Changes, Birth Date Changes.

    31 years, 900 cases

  2. Wills and living wills: 40%

    Wills, Trusts, Children's Trusts, Living Wills, Powers of Attorney, Advanced Health Care Directives

    31 years, 350 cases

  3. Immigration: 10%

    17 years, 150 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

871 Venetia Bay Boulevard
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Law Offices of Paul Consbruck

871 Venetia Bay Boulevard
Ste. 202
Venice, FL, 34285

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    FLMember in Good Standing199012/20/2020
    MDActive198907/12/2011
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers41
    Legal guides5
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2021
    AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2020
    AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell®2019
    Client Champion AwardMartindale-Hubbell®2019
    High Ethical StandingMartindale-Hubbell®2019
    Client's ChoiceAvvo2019
    High HonorsUniversity of Florida1983
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    FounderPaul Consbruck, Attorney at Law2000 - Present
    Judicial Staff AttorneyFourth Judicial Circuit1996 - 2000
    Associate AttorneyWatson, Folds, Steadham, et al.1992 - 1996
    Associate Attorney & Registered State LobbyistVenable Baetjer & Howard1990 - 1991
    Law Clerk to the Chief Judge of MarylandCourt of Appeals of Maryland1989 - 1990
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Judge John M. Scheb American Inn of CourtMaster of the Bench2016 - Present
    Family Law American Inn of Court (Jacksonville chapter)Barrister2014 - Present
    Jacksonville Bar AssociationMember, Adoption Section2000 - Present
    United States Supreme Court BarMember1992 - Present
    United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh CircuitMember1992 - Present
    United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaMember1992 - Present
    United States District Court for the Northern District of FloridaMember1992 - Present
    Florida BarMember1990 - Present
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Post-Adoption Learning Center, Inc.But I Can't Do Anymore Paperwork!2011
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Catholic Diocese of St. Augustine SeminaryPermanent Deacon2006
    William & Mary -- Marshall-Wythe Scool of LawJD - Juris Doctor1989
    University of FloridaB.S.1983
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Adoption Law: Start to FinishAdoption CLE2015
    First Coast News Jacksonville FloridaRussian Adoption Ban Against US Citizens2013
    National Business Institute CLEAdoption Law: Start to Finish2012
    "The Joys of Childbirth: Issues in Preparaton and Delivery in Newborn Adoptions"Adoption of Newborn Children2012
    Tampa FCC QingMing FestivalPaper Chasing After an International Adoption2011
    Jacksonville Bar Association (JBA)Adoption Law Seminar--"International Adoptions"2011
    "East Meets West" Conference"International Adoptions: The Paper Chase"2007
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    ISK Biotech Corporation v. DouberlyAffirmed on appeal

    Reviews

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    Paul continues to be a marvel - thank you....

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    I have been talking to Paul for several years. He has been vital in helping me with the affairs/estate planning for an elderly relative. Paul has assisted with POA's, Wills, Property transfers, notarising documentation and provided counsel/advice on some complicated affairs for non US relatives/beneficiaries. He has always been accessible, approachable, friendly, extremely professional and always happy to help - nothing is too much trouble for him. Paul has provided me with expert advice and has lots of local contacts, which have made my life so much easier during difficult times, Thank you Paul .
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    Adoption assistance

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    Wow! That was easy....and quick. We needed help with our re-adoption. Paul was really knowledgeable and always had quick responses. He was organized, professional, and never kept us waiting for answers. The court process was online through Zoom, which made it convenient and hassle-free. I would hire him again! Great experience. Thank you Paul.
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    Great experience

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    Paul was a pleasure to work with. He made the re-adoption of my son very easy and an enjoyable experience. I am grateful for his expertise and his willingness to help with any question or concerns. I will be using him in the future if I need anything.
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    Outstanding Lawyer

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    Atty. Paul made our finalization of adoption so easy. From our first correspondence, I could already tell that he was very knowledgeable and right away he got my trust and confidence. He was always available for any questions and was very prompt . In person, he was even better. He was very professional and approachable. We truly recommend him for any adoption legalities.
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    Adoption

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    Paul was referred to us as “an excellent attorney” to finalize our adoption; and he is. Paul took the time to explain the process in detail, and communicated with us every step of the way. He is thorough, knowledgeable, and patient. His expertise in this area was very evident.
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    The best attorney you will ever work with!

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    Attorney Consbruck wowed me from the moment I contacted him. He courteously replied promptly to my initial email and we were able to schedule a phone consultation for the following morning. He was very professional and truly an expert in the field of adoption law (which was what we hired him for). He got our court date scheduled lightening fast, and continued to be highly responsive throughout all of our communication. We are so grateful another adoptive family recommended Attorney Consbruck to us!
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    Immigration

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    Paul Joseph Consbruck is an expert lawyer and a very kind heart person. There is no duplicity or guile in him. He is a tremendous blessing. He removes fears and anxieties without being even noticed. He helped me greatly to get a green card.
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    Professional of Integitrity

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    Our decision to choose Paul Consbruck as our Adoption Attorney was a blessing. One year ago we began our adoption journey. Paul made this process much easier by, being clear and having a very experienced understanding of what is required. Knowing that Paul was looking out for our behalf made us comfortable, a sense of relief in knowing he was seeing to all details. As I learned, in adoptions you will most likely encounter some frustrations, as it it a very important legal matter for the welfare of the child. It is important that you have a lawyer that is not only experienced, but one that has a compassion for your cause as well, which Paul has. Paul was upfront and was always available to assist us with any concerns we had through the process, and made sure that every detail was covered. For example, after the adoption was finalized, he saw to it that the state we adopted from provided the Birth Certificate, taking his time to see that it was received. We are thankful and blessed that God provided Paul to help us with our adoption, and highly recommend him! I don't feel we can put in to words how thankful we truly are!
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    Efficient, friendly, knowledgeable

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    Consbruck helped us complete a readoption for our Son from Ukraine. We are in a different part of FL, but he utilized technology for court and it was by far the easiest part of our adoption!! We would highly recommend him to anyone needing any of the services he provides.
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    Citizenship process

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    Paul is an excellent lawyer who helped provide a clear path to citizenship for our child. He is very kind, professional and accesible; always making time to answer questions and clear up any doubts. We highly reccomend his services!
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    Lee Kellison, Adoption Attorney on Jul 3, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. I have known Paul for many years. Paul is an exceptional attorney. He is a compassionate & caring person.

    Meredith Eng, Adoption Attorney on Jul 2, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. He is very passionate and compassionate in finding forever homes for children.

    Elizabeth Ondriezek, Adoption Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Mr. Consbruck for his professionalism, responsiveness, and compassion in his work on international adoptions.

    Christian Lassen

    Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

    Lawrence Gibney, Adoption Attorney on Jan 15, 2013
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. Paul is extremely knowledgeable, able and honest.

    G. Warren, Adoption Attorney on Apr 20, 2010
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Paul for many years. He is the only lawyer that I turn to for advice and guidance with it comes to adoptions. I strongly suggest to anyone considering an adoption to seek out Paul's services. Not only will he fulfill all your adoption legal needs, you find him to also be a kind and caring individual.

    Tala Woods, Adoption Attorney on Mar 11, 2010
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Consbruck is very knowledgeable in the area of international adoptions and is highly efficient. He's a pleasure to work with and extremely professional.

    Maria Aguila, Adoption Attorney on Mar 9, 2010
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer's work. Paul knows what he is doing! Not only is he incredibly efficient and productive, but the results he is able to achieve for his clients is bar none, successful, quick, and he is the only lawyer I know with the vast experience in adoptions and guardianship throughout the State of Florida. I would hire no one else if I were a client in need of adoption assistance.

    Susan Pai, Adoption Attorney on Mar 9, 2010
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer's work. Paul Consbruck is a well known and highly respected adoption attorney. He is the ONLY attorney I would trust to refer my clients to on domestic adoption matters. He is knowledgeable, efficient, and reasonably priced. He and his wife are also adoptive parents themselves. I give Paul Consbruck the highest recommendation.