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I was born and raised in the State of Florida. I was a Parole and Probation Officer for the State of Florida Parole Commission before attending law school at the University of Florida. I have been practicing law in Florida since November 1978. I was an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Florida handling criminal appeals and extraordinary writ cases in the Fifth District Court of Appeal, Supreme Court of Florida and Federal courts, including death penalty cases.. I opened my private practice in Daytona Beach, Florida in December 1982 and have handled appeals, family law, criminal defense and juvenile cases (including delinquency and dependency) since then. I am experienced (42 years in practice) and dedicated to serving your needs to achieve the best result possible in your case. Visit my website at for more information.

J. David Ellzey Jr. is a licensed Florida attorney practicing primarily in family law. He is a husband and father of three, trial attorney, collaborative divorce practitioner, public servant, community advocate, guardian ad litem, and retired United States Air Force Judge Advocate General (JAG).. Mr. Ellzey was admitted to The Florida Bar in 2008 and is a member of the Florida Bar’s Family Law section. He currently serves as the Secretary of the Volusia County Bar Association, having previously served on the Seventh Judicial Circuit Timeshare Guidelines Committee.. He volunteers as Guardian ad Litem in family law cases. He has been awarded as a Guardian of Justice by Community Legal Services of Mid Florida, a Public Service Fellow at the Florida International University College of Law, a Capture the Flag winner at the Public Defender’s Office, with the Client’s Choice Award and top rating of 10.0 by Avvo, and is Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell.. Mr. Ellzey attended the University of Florida and graduated from the Telecommunication-News Program from the College of Journalism & Communications and attended law school at Florida International University College of Law in Miami, where worked in the Juvenile Justice Education Clinic.. Mr. Ellzey is a native Floridian and military veteran. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1996 as a weather forecaster. In 2001 he transitioned to the Florida Air National Guard where he was activated for Operation Noble Eagle and again in 2004 for Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. In 2013, he received a commission as Judge Advocate General (JAG) and retired in 2020 as Captain in the United States Air Force Reserve.. As an attorney, he developed a strong trial background in criminal defense and courtroom presence as an Assistant Public Defender with the Honorable James S. Purdy, where he defended criminal cases in Volusia County and Circuit Courts, handling hundreds of felony cases, obtaining numerous awards for “Not Guilty” jury trial verdicts.. His background as a Public Defender and continuing work as a family law attorney gives him the opportunity to understand and help clients who are experiencing extremely stressful and emotional events when the stakes are the highest. This helps him to have the compassion and experience to help guide others through divorce, child custody matters, or any family law issue. This also lays a solid foundation to know how to work with opposing counsel to solve a family's problems and achieve favorable results. In cases where an agreement is not possible, he relies on his experience and training to be a trial attorney who aggressively represents clients’ interests in the courtroom.. His personal experience as a child of divorce and as a father builds an innate understanding of clients’ perspectives that are often missing in lawyers. He uses that to shape his personal touch on the practice of law, guiding his clients’ goals and develop a cohesive strategy to achieve their objectives. He thrives in a courtroom setting and excels at client rapport, advocacy, trial presentation, and negotiation. In addition to making strong technical and legal arguments, Mr. Ellzey has developed a reputation for maintaining objectivity while making commonsense arguments that truly resonate.

With 30+ years of experience, The Law Offices of Leonard R. Ross’ legal professionals can capably advocate for the needs of Daytona Beach residents in the divorce process. The firm knows divorce can often be confusing and they are dedicated to helping you figure out your needs during this time. The firm’s lead counsel has obtained board certifications for Family Law Mediator and Marital and Family Law Specialist. Mr. Ross is among the select group of Florida attorneys to achieve Florida Legal Elite status. Additionally, he has been BV Rated® by Martindale-Hubbell®. Get a free consultation today.

Mr. Tuley is a Florida attorney licensed to practice in all Florida State Courts and the Middle District Federal Court. Mr. Tuley is a graduate of the Florida A&M University College of Law and has an undergraduate degree in Business Administration. Mr. Tuley has several years experience working in personal injury, bankruptcy, foreclosure defense, and worker's compensation law offices. Currently Mr. Tuley practices in the Daytona Beach area and practices largely in Family law and bankruptcy areas, however, Mr. Tuley does handle all legal matters, such as personal injury and criminal matters.. Mr. Tuley currently lives in South Daytona, FL with his wife of five years and enjoys volunteering for local charities, participating in local events and assisting members of his local community with their legal needs. Mr. Tuley has volunteered time with the Orange County Bar association, where he is a current member, helping with the needs of those less fortunate and the traditionally underserved.. Mr. Tuley is excited to assist you with your legal needs, should you require legal services. To speak to Mr. Tuley personally please click "contact" to send a written message or schedule a free consultation, or Call Mr. Tuley directly at.

After serving our country in the U.S. Air Force, I attended the nation's olderst law school - The College of William and Mary School of Law. I chose William and Mary because of its strong national  reputation, and its committment to training citizen lawyers - lawyers who are committed to the communities they serve. At Tomoka Law PLLC, that community involvement includes providing scholarships to high school seniors, and partnering with charitable organizations. I reside locally in Ormand Beach. My family includes my wife, Dr. Annemarie Etienne Hester, M.D., an Ophthalmologist practicing in Volusia and Flagler Counties, two teenage daughters, three grown sons, and a Boxer puppy named Apollo.

Florida attorney Ted Doran practices family law and civil litigation at Doran Sims Wolfe Ciocchetti & Yoon in Daytona Beach. Ted Doran also serves as School Board Attorney for Volusia County Schools. Ted Doran's passion for public education facilitated in the forming of the FUTURES Foundation for Volusia County Schools. The FUTURES Foundation for Volusia County Schools was established more than three decades ago. The group connects businesses and community leaders with public schools in an effort to enhance its educational programs. Its programs consist of breakfasts that welcome new teachers, awards that recognize academic professionals, and a school matching grant program. The latter, also known as the School District Education Foundation, utilizes funds from the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations to match money raised by public schools. In 2015, the program awarded more than $80,000, which was applied to initiatives impacting literacy and STEM education as well as teacher quality and graduation rates. Further, programs improving low performance among students were eligible for funding. Award recipients were matched dollar for dollar.

Andrew has practiced law for over 20 years.  He is licensed to practice law before the United States Supreme Court, the (federal) Middle and Southern Districts of Florida, the Colorado Bar, the Florida Bar and the Missouri Bar.  Andrew is a seasoned trial and appellate attorney who has provided exemplary legal services in the fields of criminal and family law for the better part of the past two decades.

Attorney Gwen J. Cryer has been representing clients throughout the Central Florida area for over a decade, with a practice focused on family law and criminal defense. Ms. Cryer understands that clients remember and appreciate how they are treated during the course of their relationship with a firm, and aims to provide each client legal representation with integrity, skill and dedication. Attorney Gwen J. Cryer offers free initial confidential consultations to those seeking legal advice or representation for criminal defense or family law matters.

Cathleen Winter focuses her practice in family law, including areas concerning divorce, alimony and spousal support, child support, child custody and visitation, modification proceedings, paternity, Prenuptial Agreements, Postnuptial Agreements, and domestic violence matters.. Cathleen graduated cum laude from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in May 2016 and earned a Certificate in Family Law and her Juris Doctor degree. Cathleen is a member of the Florida Bar and the Central Florida Family Law Inn of Court. Cathleen also previously served as President of the Greater Orlando Asian American Bar Association, and is a Founding Member of the American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators (AACFL) Orlando Chapter.. Cathleen was recognized by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys for exceptional and outstanding client service and was listed as the 10 Best Attorneys in Florida in 2018. Cathleen was also selected in 2020 – 2024 to the Super Lawyers Florida Rising Stars list. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. In 2021, Super Lawyers also selected Cathleen as a Top-Rated Family Law Attorney.. In addition to the above, Cathleen also received a recognition in The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America Editions 2021-2025 for her work in Family Law and was also listed as one of Orlando Family Magazine's Awesome Attorneys in Family Law for 2021. The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch is a recognition for attorneys for outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States. Awesome Attorneys is an annual list of leading lawyers in the Greater Orlando area chosen by peers and Orlando Family Magazine readers.. Cathleen is a proud Asian American and is fluent in Mandarin Chinese, allowing her to assist clients in the Asian American Pacific Islander community.

Michelle B. Kane is the Managing Attorney for the Winter Park office of The Quick Law Group.  She is devoted to providing women legal representation for family law matters.  Michelle has conducted numerous trials in all areas of family law with exceptional results.  She has served as lead counsel on countless dissolutions and cases involving divorce, alimony, child custody, relocation, paternity, child support, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.  Michelle has proven success both in and out of the courtroom, having litigated numerous multi-day trials and hearings while also being able to settle many difficult cases without ever having to go to court.. Michelle has a powerful desire to help women navigate the divorce process so they can find their freedom.  A strong advocate for women, Michelle will strategize on her client’s behalf keeping her client’s goals and best interests at the forefront.  She specializes in complex cases involving high assets and will offer creative solutions to produce rewarding results.

I am a former Assistant State Attorney with the Ninth Judicial Circuit and now handle family law matters.  I work in over ten counties but my primary focus is family law matters in Orange County.  I am married with two girls and I shuffle the life of a career mother like many of my clients do.  I enjoy helping people achieve their dreams and goals while educating them on the future opportunities they have available as a result of their current litigation.

I am proud to be a a family attorney. We practice divorce and paternity law throughout Central Florida. Being an attorney means a great deal to me because holding a law license empowers me to help people that are genuinely in need. Knowing that we have made a difference in the lives of clients is what fuels me as a legal professional. You will likely find that we have a great deal of empathy for what you might be going through on a personal level, and that we strive to go above and beyond to help you win your case. We want to develop a positive rapport and sense of trust with you from day one. Please call or e-mail me today for a consultation about your legal issues. Welcome!

A. Jay is an established family law and criminal defense attorney with more than 15 years of experience in Seminole, Orange and Osceola Counties.. A. Jay is passionate about representing his clients and takes very seriously the vulnerability clients find themselves in when dealing with a legal crisis. He is committed to providing excellent legal guidance and walking with his clients through their time of need.. As a prior US Navy Veteran and son of a decorated Navy Commander Aviator, A. Jay understands the difficulty military life can have on families and is driven to represent veterans and/or their families. It is for this reason A. Jay has volunteered his time as a mentor and attorney in Veterans Court. A. Jay has also volunteered his time providing speeches to various groups focusing on self-help and addiction issues.. In law school, A. Jay was selected to be a member of the Moot Court Honor Society based on his oral advocacy skills. Through competition, he won the opportunity to represent his school as a national competitor in Washington D.C. This litigation prowess continues with A. Jay in private practice where he has conducted over 50 trials in criminal defense and family law cases.. He is an active member of Journey Church. A. Jay and his wife Jennifer have two children, JT and Ashlynne.