Top Rated Sarasota County, FL Child Custody Lawyers

In Sarasota County, Florida, there are 37 child custody lawyers available with 405+ reviews, ratings and specialties. Best‑reviewed attorneys appear first. Cities within the county are listed below for a more focused search.

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Sarasota County Has 37 Child Custody Attorneys with 405 Reviews

Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family and more

Bio: Adam B. Cordover is a Collaborative Attorney, Collaborative Trainer, and Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator who believes that family disputes should be resolved respectfully in private conference rooms, not in a hostile public cou...

Rating: 9.9

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 41 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Alimony and more

Bio: Ms. Loftus offers a concierge approach to her clients. She begins with the assumption that each case calls for special handling, since no two family law cases are alike. After the initial consultation, she works with her clients closely, to provid...

Rating: 10

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Child Custody Lawyers in Sarasota County, FL

Child custody lawyers represent parents in establishing physical and legal custody arrangements, parenting time, and visitation schedules. They advocate for the child’s best interests, draft parenting plans, negotiate agreements or mediate disputes, and present evidence in family court. When circumstances change, these attorneys seek modifications or enforcement of custody orders.

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Child Custody

Child custody lawyers represent parents in establishing physical and legal custody arrangements, parenting time, and visitation schedules. They advocate for the child’s best interests, draft parenting plans, negotiate agreements or mediate disputes, and present evidence in family court. When circumstances change, these attorneys seek modifications or enforcement of custody orders.

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Review: "I hired Ms. Keane for a child support enforcement/custody issue. She was so helpful, making sure I understood what was happening, what various things meant, and what "could" potentially happen. She never made promises that couldn't keep, just laid..."

Rating: 10

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Adoption and more

Fresh Thinking. Effective Representation.

Rating: 8.9

Call for a consultation(941) 203-3407

Monica Villaverde's Website

Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family and more

Bio: ATTORNEY PROFILE Mark T. Flaherty – AttorneyTrial attorney since 1997 Assistant State Attorney, 12th Judicial Circuit Florida (1997-1999) Private Practice (1999-present) Bar AdmissionsFlorida Bar Member – 1997 Professional AffiliationsThe Florida ...

Rating: 8.7

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Review: "As a lawyer myself (and with an understanding of one's options among family law lawyers), I can't recommend Bill more highly. As a counselor, he offered sound, pragmatic & knowledgeable advice and guided me through a difficult time with even-hande..."

Rating: 9.1

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family and more

Review: "Terrific advocate to have in your corner when under the worst of circumstances. Calming, thorough in preparation, quick response when called with questions, detail oriented. Best outcome possible without a long painful expensive court proceeding. ..."

Rating: 8.6

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support and more

Review: "I hired Mr Crary as my lawyer regarding my divorce and child custody case. He was extremely professional. Mr. crary explained every detail of every situation so that I felt at ease. I was extremely pleased with the outcome. He is an aggressive att..."

Rating: 6.6

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 36 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Child Abuse and more

Bio: Practingn law for 26 years. I am attorney C. Michael Kelly, and I have 26 years of experience helping clients use the legal system to address their family matters. When clients contact me, I work aggressively to protect their rights at every step ...

Rating: 6.8

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 43 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Child Support and more

Board Certified Marital and Family Lawyer, Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education with 40 years of experience. Member, Psi Chi, Psychology National Honor Society. Instructor, Florida Bar Family Law Seminars. Certified Family Media...

Rating: 10

Call for a consultation(941) 417-8165

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family and more

Take the stress out of Divorce. Call Faith Z. Brown P.A. today for a Consultation.

Rating: 9.0

Call for a consultation(941) 960-7926

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Abuse, Adoption

Bio: 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 im...

Rating: 9.9

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: There are few experiences more trying and stressful than the emotional trauma and strain often associated with a disputed family matter. When a family is breaking up I believe the legal representatives involved should be mindful of not only the le...

Rating: 10

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 27 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Experience, Respect and Reputation in the community for over 19 years. Dedicated and Aggressive Trial Defense, Awarded Florida'a 10 Best Attorneys by American Institute of Criminal Law & Family Law Attorneys, Criminal Defense, Juvenile Law, Domest...

Rating: 9.6

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support and more

Review: "Lisa Kleinberg handled my, very difficult, divorce brilliantly! Attorney Kleinberg is extremely professional, experienced and thorough. She provided excellent advice even though, at times, I did not want to hear it. She is upfront and no nonsense...."

Rating: 8.8

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family and more

Bio: Liz understands what you are going through. She is twice- divorced herself. One divorce that was settled amicably out of court – and a second divorce that required difficult, complex litigation with an opposing party who was unwilling to cooperate...

Rating: 9.1

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Adam Bragg was born in West Virginia and grew up in central Ohio. He attended Ohio University in Athens, Ohio where he obtained a bachelor’s degree in Political Science. Mr. Bragg subsequently attended law school at Capital Law School in Columbus,...

Rating: 8.6

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Jeana D. Vogel received her Juris Doctorate Degree from Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville, Florida where she was the Ambassador for her school and President of the Women’s Law Student Association in 2008. She received her undergraduate...

Rating: 8.0

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence and more

Bio: Personally, I have two children, a seven year old girl and an 18 month old boy. My experience with having adopted my first daughter gives me needed experience in handling step-parent adoptions. In my free time I like to spend time with my family, ...

Rating: 10

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Sarasota County Child Custody Attorney

Child Custody Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family and more

Bio: Ms. Brenda Nelms obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Georgia State University, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude, which is the highest honors achievable. While earning her undergraduate degree, Ms. Nelms was also awarded the ...

Rating: 7.8

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