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Divorce Attorney Hillsborough County
Divorce is a complex and often difficult process that impacts various aspects of life, including financial stability, parental responsibilities, and emotional well-being. At Advocate Law Firm, P.A., we understand the challenges that come with navigating a divorce. Our aim is to guide our clients through this process with care, ensuring that their rights and interests are protected at every step. From property division to child custody arrangements, your divorce attorney at Advocate Law Firm, P.A. will be prepared to provide the necessary support to secure a resolution that aligns with your needs and goals.
For a consultation and to learn more about how a divorce lawyer at Advocate Law Firm, P.A. can assist you, please call (863) 644-5566.
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Melissa and her staff will do an excellent job to ensure a fair outcome on your behalf for you and your family.
Mike Riddle
P"Highly Recommend Advocate Law Firm"
Tina has gone above and beyond during my divorce.
Paul Worley
R"Absolutely Awesome Legal Support"
They were caring, understanding, and really listened to my needs.
Renea Love
K"An Attorneys’ Attorney"
I felt so secure and legally protected.
Kathryn Rosario
D"Would highly recommend them"
Tina was a great addition to our team during my divorce. Very friendly. Jenny Salvia did not put up any crap that my ex/lawyers were trying to pull.
Danielle Baxter
T"Josh Stuck with Me for Years"
Josh always responded to my concerns and acted quickly on my behalf, and I trusted him with my custody battle, child support, and divorce.
Tanya Torres
S"Forever Grateful for Advocate Law Firm"
Thank you for helping me through one of the worst times of my life.
Sabina Taylor
A"Such a Relief"
I couldn’t have found a more caring group of people.
Amanda Torres
R"Worth Every Penny!"
Aggressive and ex-wife's attorney was scared.
Richard Stratton
Melissa and her staff will do an excellent job
I have dealt with numerous attorneys for the past 12 years through divorce and timesharing disputes. Melissa Wilson and her staff began representing me several years ago. Although I wouldn't wish the experience on anyone, I can assure you that Melissa and her staff will do an excellent job to ensure a fair outcome on your behalf for you and your family. 'Attorneys fees' can be a scary thing when there are so many law firms out there, but anytime I received an invoice from Advocate Law and reviewed it line by line I always felt the expenses were fair and reasonable, especially for the level of professionalism I received, whether it was representation in the courtroom or simply responding to my questions or concerns in a timely manner!
Mike Riddle
Highly Recommend Advocate Law Firm
Awesome representation, office staff, and prices. Tina has gone above and beyond to assist me through this transition during my divorce. Amen and God bless Melissa Wilson, Josh, Tina, and the rest of the office staff. I highly recommend them.
Paul Worley
Absolutely Awesome Legal Support
I cannot say enough good things about Advocate Law, especially Lawyer Joshua Schoen and Tina B. They were absolutely awesome in helping me navigate a complex and emotionally challenging divorce process that was reopening. From start to finish, they were caring, understanding, and really listened to my needs. They provided everything I needed and worked with me every step of the way, making sure I never felt alone.
Their professionalism and dedication ensured I always felt supported and well-represented. I truly appreciate everything they did for me, and I highly recommend Advocate Law to anyone in need of legal support.
Thanks, Geneva Michelle.
Renea Love
An Attorneys’ Attorney
Being represented by Attorney Schoen was far greater an experience than I could have ever imagined. I was in court fighting against my narcissistic ex-husband, I felt so secure and legally protected. He is an attorneys’ attorney. His legal acumen was/is on point. I am grateful to him and Tina B for making this entire process seamless. Trust his process. Best money I have ever spent to handle things legally.
Kathryn Rosario
Would highly recommend them
Although they were pricey, it was worth it. Tina was a great addition to our team during my divorce. Very friendly. Jenny Salvia did not put up any crap that my ex/lawyers were trying to pull. Would highly recommend them.
Danielle Baxter
Josh Stuck with Me for Years
When I was going through a nasty divorce, I hired Josh Schoen to help me navigate the waters. It was such a difficult time for me. Josh stuck with me for the duration of what ended up being a few years and never gave up the fight. He always responded to my concerns, acted quickly on my behalf. He addressed my emails, etc. Needless to say, I grew to trust Josh. I trusted him with my custody battle, child support, and all the components of getting divorced. At the end of it, it all worked out in my favor just the way it should have. Tina B. was very helpful in the process as well through correspondence, using the portal and keeping my account in order. She also helped me set up payments so that I could pay off my balance. Don't hesitate to contact Josh for help, and don't hesitate in trusting Advocate Law Firm when you need legal help.
Tanya Torres
Forever Grateful for Advocate Law Firm
I cannot express my gratitude for Attorney Jenny Salvia, Tina, and all the other associates at Advocate Law Firm! They helped me navigate through the last year of my life as I was trying to get divorced after 22 years of marriage and 5 kids. Thank you for working with me and helping me through one of the worst times of my life. I'm forever grateful!
Sabina Taylor
Such a Relief
Finally being done with my divorce after such a long battle has been such a relief. If it weren’t for Attorney Wilson and Tina B., I don’t know what would have happened. I always felt welcome when I was in the office. I can’t thank them enough. I definitely recommend their services. I couldn’t have found a more caring group of people to take care of me and my children.
Amanda Torres
Worth Every Penny!
Used Ms. Wilson for my divorce and couldn't have been happier with the outcome. Aggressive and I'm pretty sure the ex-wife's attorney was scared to let it go to trial. I got everything I wanted, which means I kept all my retirement, house, and custody of the kids. Worth every penny!
Client charged with Aggravated Assault with a Firearm Acquitted by Court.
The defendant was charged by the State of Florida in a Six Count Information (the charging document) which charged him ...
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Client charged with Burglary of a Residence found Not Guilty.
According to law enforcement officers, the Defendant kicked down the door of his ex-girlfriend and hit her. The ...
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Client Charged with DUI and Driving with No Valid Driver’s License found Not Guilty.
According to law enforcement officers, on December 23, 1995, the 15 year old Defendant, who did not have a valid ...
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Client charged with First Degree Murder and Armed Carjacking Found Not Guilty.
Shortly after midnight on November 15, 2001, an individual was shot in the head and killed. According to law enforcement ...
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Client Charged with Sale of Cocaine, Possession of Cocaine with Intent to Sell & Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Sell, Found Not Guilty.
According to police, on August 12, 2005, a Detective from the Miami Dade Police Department was conducting surveillance ...
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Client Charged with Sale of Cocaine, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Illegal Liquor, Possession of Beverage Sold Without a License.
According to law enforcement, a week before Defendant’s arrest, an undercover police went inside a convenience store, ...
JOSHUA SCHOEN
Client charged with Aggravated Assault with a Firearm Acquitted by Court.
The defendant was charged by the State of Florida in a Six Count Information (the charging document) which charged him with two separate counts of Aggravated Assault with a Firearm, Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony, Discharge of a Firearm in Public, Possession of Methamphetamine, and use or Possession of Paraphernalia. The State ended up Nolle Prossing (Dismissing) Counts 2 through 6 of the State’s Information. With regard to the only remaining count, the Aggravated Assault with a Firearm charge, following the State’s presentation of evidence at a Jury Trial, the Court agreed with the defense that there was insufficient evidence to allow the case to proceed any further, and the dismissed the only remaining charge.
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Client charged with Burglary of a Residence found Not Guilty.
According to law enforcement officers, the Defendant kicked down the door of his ex-girlfriend and hit her. The Defendant was charged with Burglary of her residence and was also facing a violation of felony probation. After a jury trial, the Defendant was found Not Guilty and was found not to be in violation of his felony probation.
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Client Charged with DUI and Driving with No Valid Driver’s License found Not Guilty.
According to law enforcement officers, on December 23, 1995, the 15 year old Defendant, who did not have a valid driver’s license, borrowed a car of one of her friends. While in a Publix Supermarket parking lot, the Defendant was driving the car in circles and upon seeing one of her friends, drove towards her friend. Due to the consumption of an excessive amount of alcohol, law enforcement claimed that the Defendant lost control of the car, and after her friend got out of the way in the nick of time, Defendant smashed the car she was driving into another vehicle in the parking lot. A few minutes before this accident, a Publix employee noticed the Defendant when she attempted to use the store bathroom, and described her condition as visibly intoxicated. A few minutes after the accident, police responded to the Publix parking lot, where they found the Defendant visibly intoxicated and arrested her for DUI and No Valid Driver’s License. A Breath Test showed that Defendant’s Blood-Alcohol level was approximately .175 g/ml, which is more than two times the legal limit in Florida of .08 g/ml. Following a jury trial on both charges, Defendant was found Not Guilty.
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Client charged with First Degree Murder and Armed Carjacking Found Not Guilty.
Shortly after midnight on November 15, 2001, an individual was shot in the head and killed. According to law enforcement investigators, three individuals were talking in the parking lot of an apartment complex, when the Defendant and a Co-Defendant confronted them at gun point and demanded the keys to one of the individuals’ vehicles. After being unable to start the vehicle the assailants had carjacked, the three individuals ran, at which point the Defendant shot one of the individuals in the head, killing him. After successfully severing the trials of the Defendant and Co-Defendant (meaning a separate trial for the Defendant and Co-Defendant) and after keeping out of evidence, testimony regarding traces of gun shot residue found on the defendant’s hand as well as an incriminating letter alleged to have been written by the Defendant, the case proceeded to a jury trial. After a week long trial, Joshua Schoen and his co-counsel, were able to convince a jury that the Defendant was Not Guilty of First Degree Murder and Armed Carjacking.
In a separate trial of the Co-Defendant, who was represented by an attorney from another law firm, the Co-Defendant was found Guilty of both First Degree Murder and Armed Carjacking and was sentenced to life in prison.
Client Charged with Sale of Cocaine, Possession of Cocaine with Intent to Sell & Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Sell, Found Not Guilty.
According to police, on August 12, 2005, a Detective from the Miami Dade Police Department was conducting surveillance in a high crime area. The detective personally observed the Defendant engage in five separate drug transactions, over an approximate half hour period. After the fifth transaction, the officer had his back up team move in to arrest the buyer and the Defendant (seller). Narcotics were found on the buyer and money was found on the Defendant (seller). Following a two and half day jury trial, the Defendant was found not guilty on all charges.
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Client Charged with Sale of Cocaine, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Illegal Liquor, Possession of Beverage Sold Without a License.
According to law enforcement, a week before Defendant’s arrest, an undercover police went inside a convenience store, and in the back of the store, the officer purchased cocaine from the Defendant. So as not to disclose his status as an undercover police officer, the police did not arrest the defendant until a week later. Immediately prior to trial, the State dismissed the charge of possession of beverage sold without a license. Following a jury trial on the remaining three charges, wherein the undercover officer testified in open court that the individual he purchased the cocaine from was the defendant, the jury found the Defendant Not Guilty of the remaining three counts, including the charge of Sale of Cocaine.
Why Choose Advocate Law Firm, P.A.
At Advocate Law Firm, P.A., I am dedicated to providing compassionate and effective legal support for your family law needs in Polk, Hillsborough, and Osceola County. With over 20 years of experience, I guide clients step-by-step through challenging situations, always focused on protecting your rights and securing the best outcome.
Why Choose Us:
Expertise in all areas of family law
Personalized, attentive client care
Bilingual services in English and Spanish
Aggressive, results-driven representation
Clear guidance through each step of the legal process
Advocate for Clients
I am always aggressive and determined to obtain the most favorable case outcome for my clients.
Over 20 Years of Family Law Expertise
Benefit from decades of experience in divorce and custody cases.
Aggressive and Personalized Representation
Get legal support tailored to your unique family law needs.
Clear Guidance Every Step of the Way
We simplify complex legal processes for peace of mind.
Meet the Advocate Law Firm, P.A. Team
At Advocate Law Firm, P.A., I am dedicated to guiding clients through challenging family law matters with care and expertise. With over 20 years of experience, I focus on protecting your rights and providing practical solutions for divorce, custody, child support, and alimony. My approach is both aggressive and supportive, ensuring your needs are prioritized every step of the way. Serving Polk, Hillsborough, and Osceola County, I offer services in both English and Spanish, making legal help accessible to more families. Every client receives personalized attention and thoughtful guidance, so you never feel overwhelmed by the legal process. Your case will always be treated with the respect and dedication it deserves.
Yes, you can request a name change as part of the divorce process. The court will include it in the final divorce decree, making your name change official.
How do I modify a divorce decree?
To modify a divorce decree, you must file a petition with the court. Changes in circumstances, such as income or living arrangements, can justify modifications to support or custody orders.
How is child custody determined in a divorce?
Child custody is determined based on the child's best interests, considering factors like the child's age, health, emotional ties, the parents' lifestyle, and the child's preference, if they're old enough.
Do I need a lawyer for my divorce?
While it is possible to file for divorce without a lawyer, having legal representation is beneficial, especially if your divorce involves complex issues like custody or property division.
