Philip Bonamo
Google Rating
4.8(194 reviews)
- 222 Seabreeze Blvd Daytona Beach, FL 32118, Rice Law Firm - 222 Seabreeze Blvd
- +1-386-257-1222
- No email available
About:
Mr. Bonamo received his Juris Doctor degree from Stetson University College of law in St. Petersburg, Florida in 1995. While in law school, Mr. Bonamo was extensively involved in Stetson’s trial practice and clinic programs. Prior to attending Stetson University, he received his Bachelor of Arts degree, with honors, from the University of Florida in 1992. Due to Mr. Bonamo’s academic achievement while at the University of Florida he was selected for membership in Phi Beta Kappa national academic honor society. He has been selected as an "Advisor" for the Florida Bar's Lawyers Advising Lawyers Program (LAL). Prior to joining Rice Law, Mr. Bonamo was a federal prosecutor for the United States Attorney’s Office, Middle District of Florida. He also worked as a state prosecutor, serving eight and one half years as an Assistant State Attorney for the State Attorney’s Office, Seventh Judicial Circuit. During his tenure with the State Attorney’s Office, Mr. Bonamo handled and tried all types of criminal matters, including homicides, career criminal prosecution and complex white-collar/fraud cases. He served as a Supervising Attorney in the Felony Trial Division for several years. While a state prosecutor, he was also an Adjunct Professor at Daytona Beach Community College teaching in the areas of criminal and constitutional law. Mr. Bonamo is Board Certified as a Criminal Trial Lawyer by the Florida Bar. Mr. Bonamo is trained in Collaborative Law for Marital and Family Law cases. Mr. Bonamo is a member of The Collaborative Family Group of Central Florida and also a member of the Florida Association of Collaborative Professionals. He is admitted to practice in all Florida courts and in 2000 was admitted to the United States District Court, Middle District of Florida. He has obtained membership to practice before the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, seated in Atlanta, Georgia. He is also a member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Jurisdiction:Florida, Florida
Practice Area
Criminal Law
Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.
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.
Awards
Top 100 Lawyers
AV Preeminent Rated
Associations
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Reviews
RATED 5.0
Aug 7, 2025via Google
Phil Rees
"Paul Rice and his team were very responsive to my requests and questions during the divorce process. He was attentive to the needs of my situation. I would highly recommend Paul Rice and his firm for future legal services."
RATED 5.0
Aug 7, 2025via Google
Chino Monge
"I am very happy with the work of Rice Law Firm, they always answered all my questions and concerns, thank you very much."
RATED 5.0
Aug 7, 2025via Google
Tim Winn (kmgaijin)
"Phil, Asheigh and the team @ Rice Law helped me through a very difficult transition and they did so with care, class and competence. I highly recommend their services."
RATED 5.0
Aug 3, 2025via Google
Charles Jaskiewicz
"After meeting with Paul and explaining the situation, he took a complete history and profile of the situation. Within a couple of days his assistant Paige had drafted an agreement and sent it to me for review. Paul reached out to me and reviewed the negotiation piece needed. Resolution was reached and signed within 48 hours, avoiding a long, drawn-out litigation. Great advice, completed in a timely manner, with a positive outcome and a lot less stress. Thanks to Paul and his staff."
RATED 5.0
Jul 20, 2025via Google
Jerry Malanych
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