Practice areas: Family Law; view more
Licensed in Florida since: 2014
Education: University of Illinois College of Law
Selected to Super Lawyers: 2025 - 2026 
Selected to Rising Stars: 2021 - 2023 Call today:
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Shemkus Family Law, P.A.
1100 5th Ave SSuite 307
Naples, FL 34102 Visit website
Michael M. Shemkus has built his legal career around one of the most consequential areas of law, the kind that touches people at their most vulnerable. As the owner of Shemkus Family Law, P.A., in Naples, Florida, he brings a rare combination of academic rigor, board-certified expertise and genuine commitment to the individuals and families who walk through his door. His practice encompasses the full spectrum of family law, including but not limited to:
- Divorce
- Child custody and time-sharing
- Support matters
- Alimony
- Business owners' divorce
- Business valuation
Mr. Shemkus approaches each matter with a clear understanding that no two clients share the same circumstances, crafting strategies aligned with each client's individual goals, needs and concerns.
Educationally, Mr. Shemkus earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Lewis & Clark College before going on to receive his Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois College of Law. He is admitted to practice in Illinois (2013), Florida (2014) and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of Illinois. Distinguishing himself further, he holds board certification in marital and family law from The Florida Bar, a credential that reflects both a depth of knowledge and a sustained dedication to excellence in this specialized field.
Beyond the courtroom, Mr. Shemkus contributes meaningfully to the development of family law thought and practice. His articles include “The Real Impact of the Equal Time-Sharing Presumption” (Adverse Witness, vol. 244, 2026), “The Dubious Role of Pregnancy in Dissolution of Marriage Proceedings” (The Family Law Commentator, Spring 2023) and a series of insightful analyses on private judges, alimony issues and procedural compliance. These writings demonstrate his commitment to shaping discourse in family law practice.
Furthermore, Mr. Shemkus frequently shares his knowledge at professional gatherings. He has co-presented on deposition practice for the Collier County Bar Association, served as moderator for judicial panels at the Charlotte County Family Law Convention and delivered keynote presentations for the Association of Family Law Professionals.
Practice areas
Family LawFocus areas
Adoption, Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Father's Rights, Juvenile Law, Marital Property, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Name Change, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreements, Same Sex Family Law
- 100% Family Law
First Admitted: 2013, Illinois
Professional Webpage: https://www.naplesfamilylawfirm.com/michael-m-shemkus/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Florida, 2014
- Peoria County Bar Association, Member, 2013-2016
- Michael R. N. McDonnell American Inn of Court, 2017-2018 Season, Member
- Collier County Bar Association, Member, 2017-present
- Collier County Bar Association, Family Law Section, Vice Chair, 2018-2019
- Collier County Bar Association, Family Law Section, Chair, 2019-2020
- Illinois State Bar Association, 2013-present
- Florida State Bar Association, 2014-present
- U.S. District Court Central District of Illinois
- Illinois, 2013
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Frazier v. Frazier, So.3d, (Fla. 6th DCA 2024)
- Marzucco v. Maconi, 254 So.3d 928 (Fla. 2d DCA 2018)
- Gillespie v. Minning, 330 So.3d 981 (Fla. 2d DCA 2021)
- Gillespie v. Holdsworth, 333 So.3d 278 (Fla. 2d DCA 2022)
- Reiser v. Reiser, 363 So.3d 1059 (Fla. 6th DCA 2022)
- Formica v. Vergo, 2024 WL 1635701 (Fla. 6th DCA 2024)
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Board Certified Marital and Family Law, The Florida Bar, 2023
Educational Background
- Lewis & Clark College, B.A. in Economics, Dean’s List, 2005-2008
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- “Child Tracking Devices and Parenting Plans: The Tensions Between Child Safety and Privacy,” Collier County Bar Association, Family Law Section (9/18/2019)
- “Technology-Phishing, Pharming, Smishing, and Other Cyberattacks that Can Ruin an Attorney’s Career,” (co-presenter) Charlotte County Bar Association (2/22/2023)
- “Alimony Reform Act (Part I),” Association of Family Law Professionals (6/15/2023)
- “Alimony et al. Reform,” Charlotte County Bar Association (8/10/2023)
- The Real Impact of the Equal Time-Sharing Presumption, Adverse Witness, vol. 244, 2026
- “Alimony Reform Act (Part II),” Association of Family Law Professionals (11/16/2023)
- “Strange Developments in Recent Case Law,” Halfmoon Education, Inc. (1/17/2024)
- “Practice & Procedure: Anatomy of a Pleading,” (co-presenter) Collier County Bar Association, Family Law Section (5/31/2024)
- “Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act,” Halfmoon Education, Inc. (9/17/2024)
- “Leveling the Playing Field in a Gray Divorce,” Association of Family Law Professionals (9/20/2024)
- “The Real Impact of the Equal Time-Sharing Presumption,” Association of Family Law Professionals (3/5/2026)
- Judicial Panel Q&A, Moderator, Charlotte County Family Law Convention (3/25/2025), (3/23/2026)
- “Practice & Procedure: Depositions,” (co-presenter) Collier County Bar Association, Family Law Section (5/22/2026)
- Parties Must Now File Parenting Plans Even in the Slightest Modification Proceedings, Newsletter of the ISBA’s Section on Family Law, vol. 60 no. 4, 2016
- Who Signs the Certificate of Service? Rule 12(b)(3) and the Pitfalls of Noncompliance, Newsletter of the ISBA’s Section on Civil Practice and Procedure, vol. 61, no. 4, 2016
- Streamlining Your Dissolution of Marriage (or Civil) Judgment to Convey or Transfer Real Property, ActionLine, vol. XXXXI, no.2, Winter 2019-2020
- Invasion of Capital Assets in Determining Alimony, Adverse Witness, vol. 186, 2020
- Family Law Challenges During COVID-19, Adverse Witness, vol. 190, 2020
- The Pros & Cons of Private Judges in Family Law Proceedings, Adverse Witness, Vol.195, 2021
- The Dubious Role of Pregnancy in Dissolution of Marriage Proceedings, Vol. XXIX, No. 3 (Spring 2023), The Family Law Commentator
Honors
- Super Lawyers Honoree, 2025-2026
- Collier County Bar Association, Family Law Section Chair Award
- Florida Bar Family Law Section, Rising Star Award
- SuperLawyers, Rising Star, 2022-2023
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2025 - 2026
- Rising Stars: 2021 - 2023
Certificates and credentials
Marital & Family Law
