Marcy I LaHart

Marcy I LaHart

4.3
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 33 years

Animal law Lawyer Practice Areas: Animal Law, Administrative Law, Environmental and Natural Resources

About Marcy

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Animal Law 50%

Dangerous dog cases, pet custody issues, animal related torts ( vets, groomers, boarding kennels), emotional support animal and service animal cases; represent local authorities and humane societies in matters regarding civil forfeiture of neglected/abused animals

50%
Administrative Law 25%

Handle contested cases before local governments and the Division of Administrative Hearings

25%
Environmental and Natural Resources 25%

Environmental resource permitting, wetlands, water issue

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 200-250 per hour


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 33 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1992

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

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Marcy I LaHart's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Posted by Linda | April 12, 2021 | Civil Rights

Very Helpful

Marcy very kindly answered my question regarding my ESA. I have two small dogs and she explained how to present the need for both if asked by an HOA. I could not even think about parting with one of my dogs. I’m so grateful for her help.

Posted by anonymous | April 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Animal Law

Great animal rights attorney

Marcy did a fantastic job navigating us through an animal control nightmare quickly and professionally. Highly recommend her!!

Posted by Cat | November 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Animal Law

Very professional a d knowledgeable

I have just started a case with Marcy. She has been VERY responsive. I contacted her initially via the email on her website. She immediately replied. Very knowledgeable in this field. Answered my questions and took time to listen about my situation. In just under two weeks she had completed the wor...k needed. Marcy is hands down the best animal lawyer and so knowledgeable about every detail. Hopefully I won’t need her help again but if I do I would not hesitate to hire her. If this review had 10 stars she would get them.

Posted by Michael | July 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

Wonderful

I hired Marcy Lahart for an appeal against a county ruling . She is a phenomenal knowledgeable advocate for your furry family members , gets results highly recommend

Posted by Joe walker | July 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Animal Law

Do not hire this attorney

DO NOT HIRE THIS ATTORNEY! Y’all know I don’t bash people and that’s not what I’m trying to do. I just want everyone to know how this lady runs her business so you don’t waste your money like I did and then have trouble with her trying to get it back. I’m sure most of you remember when I had the cour...t date for My dog Diamond about a month and a half ago. Well I gave this lady $1000 As she requested to take my case. And then she canceled on me the day before court… And left me with no choice but to basically just sign some paperwork with the states attorney. She was not present and never showed for anything at all! Since then I have asked her over and over and over to please return my money and she just gives me a hard time. She says that my bank already has the money. I never received the money from this lady! I’ve tried to explain this to her and she doesn’t care. So basically at this point I gave her $1000 and it’s been about six weeks and I still haven’t gotten it back even after asking and asking nicely. I just wanted to Make it known to everybody in Lake county Florida Do not use this lady For an attorney she is not trustworthy. And if anybody could give me suggestions on how I could go about getting my $1000 back I would highly appreciate it. Thank you!

Marcy LaHart

Replied last July 25, 2019

This gentleman called me on a Friday regarding a dangerous dog hearing the following Tuesday. Based upon what he told me I agreed to take his case. I immediately did a public records request and learned he had either misrepresented or did not understand the overwhelming evidence against him. Furthermore, I only represent dog owners that are responsible and humane, in my humble and constitutionally protected opinion he is neither and I certainly do not want it on conscience when his dogs hurt or kill a child or another animal like the puppy they killed. When I tried to explain that I would not represent him based upon the overwhelming evidence against him he became belligerent and informed me that eye witness testimony was not credible based upon his experience with the criminal justice system. Contrary to his statement his retainer was refunded in full more than a month ago, as evidenced below: Kelly Sistrunk (LawPay) Jun 21, 2:23 PM CDT Thanks for your response, Marcy. No further action is needed at this time. Thanks, Kelly Sistrunk Fraud & Risk Specialist Support 800-459-5798 Marcy LaHart Jun 21, 2:15 PM CDT I do not dispute the chargeback- thanks very much Marcy I. LaHart PA 207 SE Tuscawila Rd Micanopy, FL 32667 (352) 545-7001 Fax 888-400-1464 From: LawPay Risk Department <[email protected]> Sent: Friday, June 21, 2019 3:10 PM To: [email protected] Subject: URGENT- Incoming Chargeback- MUST REPLY MARCY I LAHART PA We have received an incoming chargeback concerning your credit card processing account. Our risk team is here to guide you through this process and answer any questions you may have regarding the rules and regulations set forth by the payment card industry. This is a request for information from the cardholder’s bank following a dispute. To avoid any unnecessary charges, we need a few pieces of documentation from you in order to help you fight the chargeback. Documentation requested includes written rebuttal, signed fee agreement, signed authorization form/receipt, and proof of services rendered. The attached Cardholder Letter of Acceptance Form can be used in lieu of submitting supporting documentation. If the cardholder is willing, please have him/her sign and return the form to authorize the disputed transaction. You can submit the required documentation via return email or by fax to 855-201-9140. **The ABA and most state bars allow for the disclosure of confidential information with regards to a retrieval/chargeback under Rule 1.6 - Confidentiality of Information. DBA: MARCY I LAHART PA Mid: 3899000003265004 Case #: 2019172009685 Trans.Date: 6/7/2019 Amount: $1000.00 Last 4 digits of Card: Card Type: MasterCard Case Type: Chargeback Reason Code: 4853 – Cardholder Dispute It is important that you provide this documentation in a timely manner. Once we receive the above information from you, our dedicated risk team will work with Merchant Services to fight this chargeback on your behalf. If you do not wish to dispute this chargeback, simply reply back to this email with a statement to that effect. Please do not issue any refunds at this point as the funds may be returned to the cardholder through the chargeback process. If there is anything else that we can do to help, please contact us at 855-201-9140 or [email protected]. PLEASE NOTE: All charges and fees are deducted from the general/operating account. Please do not email full credit card numbers according to current PCI compliance standards. LawPay Risk & Fraud Department [email protected] 1-855-201-9140

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Marcy I LaHart's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Hegewald

Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Marcy has the knowledge, discerning wit and trial experience to skillfully handle land-use and environmental cases, large or small. She has engaged in complex litigation against the likes of International Paper and large developers, while maintaining her down-to-earth nature and accessibility to clients from all walks of life. She stops at nothing to zealously represent the interests of her clients."

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Timothy Martin

Animal law lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Marcy LaHart is an extraordinary animal lawyer. She is compassionate and skillful in her delivery of legal services and is a champion for animal welfare."

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A Vazquez

Animal law lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Marcy is a well-respected lawyer in the community. She exhibits genuine compassion for her clients and their legal problems. Marcy is also at the forefront of animal law at the state and national level and has a passion for evolving the law in a positive direction. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and has the heart of a teacher."

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Colin Campbell

Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Marcy is a highly skilled and principled attorney who devotes her life to enhancing animal welfare and environmental protection."

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Adam Karp

Animal law lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charismatic, highly competent, devoted, and smart. I wholeheartedly recommend Marcy for any animal-related case in Florida."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Work Experience

1994 - 2000

Attorney, South Florida Water Management District

Education

1992

University of Oregon School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

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