Debora Ann Diaz

Debora Ann Diaz

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 31 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at New Port Richey, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Uncontested Divorce ... +2 more

6641 Madison Street., Suite 2, New Port Richey, FL

About Debora

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 60%

Divorce, equitable distribution, alimony, child support, time-sharing, Parenting Plans; Collaborative Divorce

31 years

60%
Family 20%

Post-judgment issues, child support, time-sharing, Parenting Plans, relocation; step-parent adoption; pre-nuptial agreements, post nuptial agreements; Collaborative Divorce; Same sex divorce

31 years

20%
Uncontested Divorce 10%

Marital Settlement Agreements

31 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-450 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 31 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1995

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Debora A. Diaz

6641 Madison Street., Suite 2, New Port Richey, FL, 34652-2716

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Debora Ann Diaz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Simply the best

Ms Diaz wants what is best for the children involved in her cases and isn't afraid to fight for them. She is kind, smart, direct and connected. After 10 years and 3 attorneys, I was referred to Ms Diaz and am eternally grateful. She is a matter of fact, straight talker. She is realistic and purposefu...l in every conversation. Doing what was right for my child was her priority. Ms Diaz doesn't hide behind legal jargon, a big ego or her best interests. She told me the plan, the anticipated price, accepted my retainer and got to work. Her connections with the local legal community proved to be a force unmatched by others. She's not afraid to reach out to fellow, opposing attorneys to be the voice for the children involved. It wasn't needed, but Ms Diaz was prepared to work with expert witnesses, guardian ad litems and other professionals to build a case in my child's best interest. She knew just what to say and how much to say to move the case quickly to resolution. She doesn't make lofty promises. What she does promise is to deliver and she does not fail in doing just that. My child is happier thanks to the workings of Ms Diaz and her genuine care to keep the child's best interest in the forefront of the case. After 10 long years, my child and I can finally completely emerse ourselves in our new blended family, with no reservations or constantly looking over our shoulders. We get to live life and enjoy every aspect of it. Thanks to Ms Diaz, my son can officially call his stepfather 'Dad' without worrying about the interference of a person who didn't want to be a positive influence on his life, but only a dictator with an iron fist. My son sleeps better, smiles bigger and feels more confident in who he is. Any anger and outbursts have disappeared and he's bringing home straight A's that we are all proud of! Ms Diaz heard what my son needed and worked to make his life better. With just a few facts and stories, she knew what was needed to end the sleeping cell, controlling nightmare that was a cancer in our lives. She not only knew what to do but she effectively and quickly executed a successful plan. I couldn't be happier with Ms Diaz and her expertise. She doesn't promise results, but she promises to fight for what is right and just. I believed in her and her abilities. I'm so glad I did! She succeeded where everyone else only pushed papers, set hearings and ran up billable hours. I would and will recommend her to any person needing family law representation!

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Debora Ann Diaz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Allyson Hughes

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Debora is hard working and gives back to the community. She takes great care in representing her clients."

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Stephen Williams

Family lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John McMenamin

Family lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Friend

"Deborah is an excellent Attorney with an awesome staff. I have often heard Deborah say "I'll wow you with my customer service". Call her and I am certain you will agree."

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Sergio Cabanas

Unknown lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Debora is a true asset to the Avvo community."

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Michael Beam

Family lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Debora Diaz for nearly twenty years, and have referred many of my own clients to her for advice and representation in family law and employment matters. Having served with her in our local bar association and seen her involvement in the community, I know her to be caring, hardworking and very knowledgeable in her areas of practice."

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Frank Bianco

Family lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have personally known and worked with Debora for well over 10 years. She is competent and sincere. A lawyer who cares about her clients."

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Annamaria Farrell

Family lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She has been an active member of the local community for years and is known for her aggressive approach to difficult family law matters."

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Charles Philips

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Debora is well respected in the legal community for both Employment/Labor Law and Family Law. She is very professional, ethical and knowledgeable. She provides personalized representation to her client's as well."

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Amber Patwell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Diaz is professional and a zealous advocate for her client. I fully endorse this attorney."

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Mark Perry

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Debora for several years and find her to be very experienced, well versed in the law and passionate about representation of her clients."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Debora A. Diaz

1996 - 2014

Shareholder, Debora A. Diaz

1994 - 1996

Associate, Peter O. Brick & Associates

Associations

2016 - Present

Florida Bar, Grievance Committe B

Member

2014 - Present

Florida Association of Women Lawyers

Member

2014 - Present

Trinity Odessa Chamber of Commerce

Board of Directors

2014 - Present

Keep It Local, LLC

Member

2013 - Present

Women Helping Women

Member

2012 - Present

Women in Networking

Member

2012 - Present

Working Women of Tampa Bay

Member

2005 - Present

Clearwater Bar Foundation

Member

1997 - Present

West Pasco Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Member

1995 - Present

Florida Bar, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

1994 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1994 - Present

Florida Bar, Family Law Section

Member

2011 - 2012

West Pasco Bar Association

President

2010 - 2011

West Pasco Bar Assocation

President-Elect

2007 - 2008

West Pasco Bar Assocation

Treasurer/Secretary

2004 - 2005

Holiday Rotary Club

President

2003 - 2008

West Pasco Bar Assocation

Director

2000 - 2015

Holiday Rotary Club

Board of Directors

1999 - 2003

Florida Bar, Unlicensed Practice of Law Committee, Sixth Circuit

Member

1996 - 2012

American Inns of Court, Allgood-Altman

Member

1994 - 2014

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Divorce

Settled

Child Custody

Outcome in client's favor on Appeal

Family Law

Settlement

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Education

1994

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2015

Women in Networking

Top 15 Planning Tips

2015

Trinity Referrral Network

25 Things Not to Do During a Divorce

Publications

2017

www.deboradiazlaw.com 5 Questions to Ask Divorce Attorney

2015

deboradiazlaw blog Alimony in Florida

2015

deboradiazlaw blog Same Sex Divorce in Florida

2015

deboradiazlaw blog Employment Law List of Tips

2015

2015

2015

deboradiazlawblog Divorce and Family Pets

Languages

English

Activity

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