We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
Howard Hunter Ellzey Jr.
also known as Howard H Ellzey
About Howard
Biography
Ayo & Iken Senior Attorney. We are one of the largest firms of our type in the State of Florida. Aggressive and loyal, our attorneys are here to help you. Free case evaluations. Call us at
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 18 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2007
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2020
Location
Ayo & Iken
4807 US 19, Suite 202, New Port Richey, FL, 34652
Ayo and Iken
3000 Gulf to Bay Blvd, Clearwater, FL, 33759
Ayo and Iken
2253 Green Hedges Way, Tampa, Wesley Chapel, FL, 33544
Ayo and Iken
703 W. Bay St, Tampa, FL, 33606
Gallery
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
Howard Hunter Ellzey Jr.'s Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 26 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Stephanie | May 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Proceed with caution!
0/10 do NOT recommend. We didn't even make it to mediation and I'm already 10k deep. Howard was my attorney, upon reviewing the contract there's a section on there that says "Retainer Fees" make sure you clearly understand what this is saying, they are taking a extra $950 from you upon paying the 6k ...
Posted by Barbara | September 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Wonderful experience
Mr Ellzey was just wonderful to me and for me. He is a wealth of knowledge and was my voice of reason when things got nasty with my ex husband. He kept me calm and worried over the details so I didn’t have to. His office staff is just as nice and helped explain some of the paperwork and actions. ...
Howard Ellzey
Replied last November 1, 2022Thank you for your positive comment. My paralegal, Mandy Goldman was happy to assist you at every turn in your case. We both appreciate the opportunity to help you!
Posted by Richard | June 7, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Bright Legal Mind
Howard is an excellent attorney to work with. I have been his opposing counsel, and he is a strong advocate but still settlement minded. He does what is best for the client instead of creating problems. I would recommend him to anyone.
Howard Ellzey
Replied last November 1, 2022Thanks for your comment. And thank you for your business.
Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellence!! Highly Recommended
I highly recommend Howard Ellzey!! I started with a consultation and then retained Howard's Family Law related services through Ayo & Iken. Howard and the entire team who handled my case were extremely knowledgeable and took great care, which was very helpful during this extremely stressful and criti...
Howard Ellzey
Replied last April 26, 2022Thank you very much! A difficult job is always easier when my clients give positive comments. Thank you for your business and we are here when you need us.
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Our Experience with Howard was terrible and costly!
We hired Howard to handle a alimony case, 3 weeks away from trial. He messed our case up so badly by making critical mistakes when he filed our documents. They had to be refilled on more than one occasion. He kept blaming us for lying to him. We NEVER lied! This cause so many delays and that meant mo...
Howard Hunter Ellzey Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer without hesitation. Howard Elzey is a tireless litigator who cares deeply about his clients. His technical expertise, attention to detail and research skills allow him to consistently rise above his opposition in all of his cases."
"Howard is an excellent attorney. I am continuously impressed with the results he achieves for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent and detailed litigation attorney for not only criminal law cases but also marital and family law cases."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Howard. He is a dedicated and highly skilled practitioner, and I consider myself fortunate to work with him."
"When Howard steps into the courtroom on a client's behalf in a family law case, he represents the calm, cool, and collected attorney upon whom the Court may rely. His charismatic demeanor and thoughtful research will place his clients in the best position to persuade even in the most difficult circumstances."
"Howard is smart, skilled, and accessible to clients. His manner in the courtroom is both confident and effective. His writing is clear, concise, and persuasive. I am proud to endorse this attorney."
"I endorse Howard Ellzey, Jr. He is incredibly devoted to ensuring his clients are advocated for properly and makes sure their needs are met. He is very professional and confident in the courtroom."
"I endorse Mr. Howard Ellzey ("Howard") as a competent and compassionate attorney who zealously represents his clients. I was referred by a friend to Howard and he quickly resolved my matter and achieved the desired outcome. Subsequently, I have referred other clients to him that were in need of legal counsel. Howard is a caring individual, as well as an astute and well-trained attorney. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I am confident that Howard will represent his clients in a competent, professional and ethical manner."
"Howard is an extremely hard working and diligent attorney. I have seen him take phone calls from clients at all hours of the day to make sure they were comfortable and had their questions answered. There are few attorneys with the work ethic and commitment to his clients and I highly recommend him under any circumstance to anyone seeking representation for family law."
"I endorse this lawyer. Howard is an excellent family law attorney. He excels both in the court room and in with settlement negotiations, all while effectively communicating with clients."
"I have known Howard since 2008, and I had the pleasure of working for Howard from 2009 to 2010. Howard is an excellent attorney who always strives to put the interests of his clients first, and Howard is passionate about what he does. My time working for Howard shaped me into the attorney I am today, and I am grateful for the knowledge and expertise he imparted on me during my time with his firm."
"I endorse this lawyer, Mr. Ellzey, because he a superb litigator, as well as someone who can always be depended on. Mr. Ellzey always brings his "A" game, and other attorneys know they must do so as well if they want any change of keeping up. To potential clients -- choosing Mr. Ellzey is a great choice for an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Howard is a highly skilled litigator who is able to present compelling cases on behalf of his clients. But perhaps more importantly, he is an effective communicator and negotiator, and has shown a knack for reducing high conflict cases while finding win-win cases for his custody and divorce cleints."
Jason Coupal
Family lawyer
Theodore Karatinos
Personal injury lawyer
Leah Ellington
Real estate lawyer
Torrey Taylor
Real estate lawyer
Rebecca Hamilton
Criminal defense lawyer
Lisa Wilcox
Business lawyer
Nathan Caputo
Foreclosure lawyer
Fabian Lokenauth
Contracts and agreements lawyer
Scott Orsini
Business lawyer
Ronald Gregory
Real estate lawyer
O. George Bamis
Family lawyer
Jesse James
Personal injury lawyer
Anthony Velardi
Real estate lawyer
Paul DeCailly
Criminal defense lawyer
Monica Grey
Family lawyer
Courtney Bowes
Family lawyer
Rocky Rinker
Foreclosure lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2020.
Public Reprimand - with Conditions issued in FL, 2020
updated on 11/02/2020Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior and places conditions on the lawyer's license.
Honors
2005
William F. Blews Pro Bono Award, Stetson University College of Law
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, Ayo & Iken
2015 - 2017
Attorney, Howard H. Ellzey, P.L.
2013 - 2015
Trial Attorney, Daniel C. Consuegra
2008 - 2013
Managing Attorney, Howard H Ellzey, P.L.
2005 - 2008
Associate, Michael P. Maddux, P.A.
2000 - 2004
Law Clerk, BALES WEINSTEIN, P.A. / OFFICE OF CITY ATTORNEY
Associations
2007 - Present
St. Petersburg Bar Association
2007 - Present
Clearwater Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Heldt-Pope v Thibault
Ms. Heldt-Pope's brief was striken for the second time
Heldt-Pope v Thibault
Ms. Heldt-Pope's Brief was stricken
Desrosiers v. Desrosiers, 163 So.2d 3d 1191 (Fla. 2nd DCA 2014)
Father's appeal dismissed
Desrosiers v Desrosiers, 134 So.3d 959 (Fla. 2d DCA 2014)
Trial court decision affirmed
Desrosiers v Desrosiers, 149 So.3d 11 (Fla. 2d DCA 2013)
Prohibition denied
Heldt-Pope v Thibault, Case No. 2d15-161 (Fla. 2nd DCA 2015)
Judgment in favor of Mr. Thibault affirmed
Education
2007
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Certficate
2005
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Crichton College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
Trial and Cross Examination of Expert Economist Witness
Family Law Relocation
2017
Motion to Extend Domestic Violence Injunction
Domestic Violence
2017
Motion for Contempt and Sanctions in a Civil Theft of Wages by Construction Company
Sanctions and Fees
2017
Modification of Child Support to Supersede Department of Revenue Order and Establish Timesharing
Child Support
2017
Family Law Mediation for Equitable Distribution of Assets and Liabilities
Divorce Mediation
2016
Motion for Temporary Timesharing When a Parent Denies Visitation
Family Law
Publications
2017
Facebook
Spousal Acrimony
2017
Facebook
How to Get Rid of a Former In-Law
2017
Facebook
Some Days Are Busy
2017
AVVO / Facebook
How Is Custody and Visitation Determined in a Divorce
2007
FindLaw
Borrower beware
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I waive or expunge arrears child support ?
28 Oct 2017
Q&A
Can we sue for a roach infestation at our apartment?
28 Oct 2017
Q&A
What are the parents rights to pick up a child from school?
28 Oct 2017