Kevin James D'Espies
Google Rating
3.2(39 reviews)
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About:
Kevin James D'Espies
DVLawyers AI Summary:
D'Espies Law, PA primarily focuses on family law, with a strong emphasis on issues such as divorce, child custody, and child support mediation. The firm is led by Kevin J. D’Espies, an attorney with over 30 years of experience in navigating complex family law matters. He understands that family law issues can be deeply emotional and challenging, particularly for survivors of domestic violence. The firm aims to provide clients with a supportive and respectful environment, treating each individual with the integrity and dignity they deserve. Kevin D’Espies is known for his pragmatic approach, offering informed advice backed by decades of experience. He is well-versed in the intricacies of child custody cases, including emergency custodial situations, where there may be threats to a child’s safety due to domestic violence. This knowledge equips him to effectively advocate for survivors seeking to protect their children and themselves. The firm’s tone is empathetic and trauma-informed, recognizing the unique challenges faced by survivors of domestic abuse. They emphasize the importance of understanding the legal implications of decisions made during these pivotal times, ensuring that clients feel informed and empowered. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere, D'Espies Law encourages clients to take an active role in their legal proceedings, which can be particularly beneficial for survivors who may feel disempowered. While D'Espies Law, PA offers a wealth of experience and a compassionate approach, it’s important for survivors to assess whether this firm aligns with their specific needs and comfort levels. The firm appears to be a good fit for those seeking guidance in family law matters, especially for those needing assistance with custody or support issues resulting from domestic violence situations. It’s essential to reach out for a consultation to discuss your unique circumstances and determine the best path forward.
Jurisdiction:Florida
Practice Area
Family Law
Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.
Languages
English
Fees
Free Consultation
Education
J.D.
Associations
Member
Reviews
RATED 1.0
Jul 20, 2025via Google
Amanda Renner
"He needs to retire. He withdrew from my case a month before trial. He had staff issues and said he wouldn't be able to prepare for my case that he had for over a year. He went through many paralegals during my time with him. He is not organized and when I met with him one and a half months prior he acted like it was the first time we met. When he handed my papers back they were incomplete and I had papers from another case. He told me in our last meeting that he hadn't done much on my case because he didnt want to spend my retainer but then when I requested a refund after withdrawal he refused. He claimed he earned his money. I ended up with no attorney in court. In addition he wants to make a false accusation that he had no contact with me. Yes look up my Court Record S under Amanda Mercer. He dropped me before my case. He never even provided a temporary relief order. I paid retainer and no results. He then threatened me if I opposed the judge to drop me. That he would only charge me an astronomical amount of money. Not friends with a disgruntled client. I am the client that was unsatisfied."
RATED 1.0
Jul 10, 2025via Google
Laurie Deese
RATED 1.0
Dec 10, 2024via Google
Kathleen B
"If I could I would give D’Espies a -5 star! I hired him to help write out my parenting plan ($1000) and he wouldn’t listen or fight for any of my wants..I was told to give in to everything!! It’s sad to see lawyers like him take advantage of parents trying but doing NOTHING TO REPRESENT THEM!! He made a quick $1k for parenting plan he claimed he’d help me on but continued to tell me to “just let them have it” so he didn’t have to do anything but literally laugh with the other lawyer. Hell his employees didn’t even have to type up the parenting plan and after all that, he didn’t even try to help with child support like we spoke about!! And just to point out about his claim about Amanda Mercer..look up the court record before believing his “statement”"
RATED 1.0
Oct 10, 2024via Google
Billy White
"I will start off by saying I had to put a star but if it were up to me he would have none. I paid this man $5000 to take my case, and in turn instead of working for me the (respondent) and try to agree to terms of the best instest of the children, he just agreed with the petitioner (other side) lawyer claims. Thus, leading to the petitioner having custody and me only getting my kids two days a week, supervised visitation. There is no evidence or claims that, I, hurt my children or was an alcoholic or a bad father in any way, yet this was the outcome because this lawyer would not fight for anything for me. I have all evidence proving I’m a good father and I spent all my money on this lawyer who did nothing and I mean nothing for me."
RATED 1.0
Sep 10, 2024via Google
George Stark
"He didn’t do anything, even contact me, for 6 months, and every time I did meet with him he had to be reminded about my case, then he tried to send me an invoice for $2,000 after dropping me as a client. Dudes office got broken into and his records and files destroyed by a disgruntled employee and I had to find out from a police report. Don’t trust this law firm with your money, your case, or your personal documents, very unprofessional and sketchy. Just look at how he responds to the reviews on here, that’s all you need to know."