Colleen Norman
Top rated Family Law attorney in Sarasota, Florida
Law Office of Colleen Norman, PLLC
Practice areas: Family Law; view more
Licensed in Florida since: 2009
Education: Florida Coastal School of Law
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Law Office of Colleen Norman, PLLC
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Colleen Norman is a highly respected legal professional known for her shrewd legal acumen in family law. As the principal attorney at the Law Office of Colleen Norman, PLLC, located in Sarasota, Florida, she is dedicated to providing her clients with top-tier legal services, marked by professionalism and integrity.
Ms. Norman’s academic background is a testament to her commitment to the legal field. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Florida in 2005, where she honed her analytical and critical thinking skills. Her passion for law led her to pursue a Juris Doctorate at Florida Coastal School of Law, graduating in 2008. This strong educational foundation has been instrumental in her ability to tackle complex legal issues with precision.
With professional accolades that speak volumes about her dedication and competence, Ms. Norman has been recognized among the "10 Best Attorneys" by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys and listed in the "10 Best" by Attorney and The Practice Magazine. She holds an AV Preeminent peer-review rating* through Martindale-Hubbell, a reflection of her outstanding legal ability and ethical standards. Additionally, she maintains a perfect "10.0" rating on Avvo, supported by numerous positive client testimonials, underscoring her commitment to client satisfaction.
Ms. Norman is actively involved in the legal community through her memberships in the Sarasota County Bar Association, The Florida Bar and the Florida Court Professional Collaborative of the 12th Judicial Circuit of Florida. She is also admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida. These affiliations highlight her dedication to maintaining eminent standards in legal practice and her engagement with the broader legal community.
*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.
Practice areas
Family LawFocus areas
Divorce
- 100% Family Law
First Admitted: 2009, Florida
Bar / Professional Activity
- United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
- Inductee, E. Robert Williams Inns of Court
- Family Law Section of the Florida Bar
- Member, Sarasota County Bar Association, Family Law Section
- Family Law Section of Sarasota County Bar
- Member, Florida Association of Women Lawyers, 2014 to Present
- 2018 Incoming Chair to the Family Law Section of the Sarasota County Bar Association
- Member, Sarasota County Bar Association, 2011 to Present
- Member, Florida Academy of Collaborative Professionals, 2018 to Present
- Florida, 2009
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Qualified Parenting Coordinator, 2020
- Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator, 2020
Honors
- 10 Best Attorneys in Florida, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2020
- Super Lawyers Honoree
- AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell, 2024
- AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell, 2023
- AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell, 2020
- AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell, 2022
- AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale - Hubbell, 2021
- 10 Best Attorneys, 10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2019
- Received Advanced Legal Writing and Research Recognition, Florida Coastal School Law
- American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2018
- Member, Moot Court Honor Board, Florida Coastal School of Law
- Dean's List, Florida Coastal School of Law
- 10 Best Female Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2017 - 2018, 2017
Educational Background
- Manatee Community College, Honors: cum laude
- American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Institute for Associates, Advanced Training in Chicago, Illinois, 2016
- National Family Law Trial Institute in Houston, Texas, 2017
- River High School
- University of North Florida, B.A., Major: Psychology, Minor: Philosophy
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Exploring the Patient/Therapist privilege for minors from the legal perspective, Co - Lecturer/Presenter, Patient/Therapist Privilege for Children, Sarasota County Bar Association - Family Law Section, Family/Marital Law Attorneys And Mental Health Professionals, 2018
- Address some of the most common issues arising from COVID-19 circumstances involving impact upon families/children as it pertains to timesharing., Presenter/Lecturer, Timesharing In Times of COVID-19, Sarasota County Bar Association - Family Law Section, Family/Marital Law Attorneys, 2020
- Overview of therapist and patient privilege as it pertains to family law matters, Lecturer/Presenter, Privilege Where Privilege is Due, Family Law Section of Florida Bar, Family/Marital Law Attorneys And Mental Health Professionals, 2019
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2020 - 2026
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"Ask a Lawyer" answers provided by Colleen Norman
- Q: Can My Parenting Plan Be Modified Post-Divorce In Florida?
A: The answer is yes, but modifying a parenting plan can be complicated in Florida. Even if both parents agree to changes for sharing parenting time, a … - Q: What Are Common Grounds For Divorce In Florida?
A: Like many other states, Florida has put an end to using fault as a ground for divorce, known legally as dissolution of marriage. Either spouse can …