Experienced and responsible family law representation in and out of the courtroom.

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amy@hamlinfamilylaw.com
407-543-8645
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999 Douglas Avenue
Suite 2216
Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
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About Amy

Amy Hamlin

Family law attorney

Assisting individuals and families with family law issues has been the sole focus of my legal practice and the reason I became a lawyer.

I understand how uncertainties and fears surrounding family law matters can overwhelm and paralyze almost anyone. I work with people who are facing one of the most challenging times in their lives by helping them work through their fears and transition to a hopeful way forward. Clients appreciate the calm confidence I provide and the step-by-step approach I take in helping them identify and achieve their goals.

My practice has substantial litigation experience and successful resolutions through non-court settlements, including Collaborative Law. I educate and inform clients how to choose the divorce process that fits their unique circumstances with an emphasis on keeping control over personal decisions and achieving an amicable outcome whenever possible. My practice philosophy is to take time to understand each client so we can identify and develop the strategy, options, advice, and services to best meet the client’s needs as well as the family’s needs. One size does not fit all.

I have a strong interest in promoting the betterment of Florida’s families and advancing family law. I became an attorney in 2000 and have been an active member of the Florida Bar Family Law Section since 2004, an organization which has approximately 4000 members. I became a member of the Family Law Section Executive Council in 2007 and was Chair of the Section in 2019-2020. I have also been actively involved with the Family Law Section Legislation, Publications, and Continuing Education committees. In recognition of my community involvement, I have received numerous awards including the 2008 Circuit Award of the Florida Bar President’s Pro Bono Award for my voluntary legal aid services. My extensive involvement in statewide family law activities enables me to bring up to date legal knowledge and resources to benefit my clients and improve family law in Florida.

As an almost life long resident of Central Florida, I grew up in Longwood, graduating from Woodlands Elementary and Trinity Preparatory School. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland at College Park and my law degree from Suffolk University in Massachusetts. I am a member of numerous legal organizations which include the Florida Bar, the Orange County Bar Association, the Collaborative Law Group of Central Florida, the Florida Chapter of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, and the Central Florida Family Law Inn.

20+ years of experienced and responsible representation in and out of the courtroom

Professional Involvement

Florida Bar

Family Law Section

Trustee (2021-Present)
Immediate Past Chair (2020)
Chair (2019)
Chair-Elect (2018)
Treasurer (2017)
Secretary (2016)
Executive Council Member (2007-2016)
Chair of Ad Hoc Bylaws Committee (2020)
Chair of Ad Hoc Joint Family Law Section & AAML Committee (2020)
Chair of Ad Hoc Advanced Florida Registered Paralegal Committee (2020)
Chair of Nominating Committee (2019)
Chair of Long Range Planning Committee (2018)
Chair of Finance Committee (2017)
Chair of Ad Hoc Mission Statement Committee (2016)
By Laws Committee (2015)
CLE Committee (2005)
CLE Committee Co-Secretary (2006-2008)
The Commentator, Associate Editor, Office Management Edition (February 2010)
The Commentator, Guest Editor, Public Interest edition (Summer 2013)
Equitable Distribution Committee (2008-2010)
Finance Committee (2015-2019)
Legislative Committee (2006 -2011, 2015)
Legislative SubCommittee Chair (2006, 2008, 2009)
Nomenclature Committee (2015)
Publications Committee (2008-2015)
Publications Co-Chair of The Commentator (2012-2013)
Publications Chair (2013-2014)
Publications Co-Chair (2014-2015)
Rules & Forms SubCommittee Chair (2008)
Sponsorship Committee (2006, 2007, 2009)
Sponsorship Committee, Vice Chair (2007)
Support Issues Committee (2006, 2007)

Seminole County Bar Association

Family Law Secretary (2002)
Family Law Co-Chair (2003)

Volie A. Williams, Jr.

American Inns of Court

(2004, 2005, 2007)

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Awards

Recognition from peers

ATTORNEY ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR
Seminole County Legal and Society (2019)

CHAIR’S OUTSTANDING SERVICE AWARD
The Florida Bar, Family Law Section (2016)

CHAIR’S SPECIAL AWARD OF MERIT
The Florida Bar, Family Law Section (2009)

PRO BONO AWARD
Seminole County Legal Aid Society (2004-2007)

OUTSTANDING SERVICE AWARD
Seminole County Legal and Society (2000-2003)

ABOVE AND BEYOND AWARD
The Florida Bar, Family Law Section

CIRCUIT AWARD WINNER
The Florida Bar President’s Pro Bono Awards (2008)

Professional Memberships

THE FLORIDA BAR
Member (2000-Present)

FAMILY LAW SECTION OF THE FLORIDA BAR
Member (2000-Present)

SOLO & SMALL FIRMS SECTION OF THE FLORIDA BAR
Member (2020)

ORANGE COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
Member (2013-Present)

SEMINOLE COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
Member (2000-2019)

ASSOCIATION OF FAMILY AND CONCILIATION COURTS
Member (2018-Present)

CENTRAL FLORIDA FAMILY LAW INN OF COURT
Board Member (2015-Present)

THE COLLABORATIVE FAMILY LAW GROUP
OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
Member (2013-Present)

IACP
Member (2013-Present)

UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT
Member

Speaking Engagements

“KNOW THE RULES OF THE ROAD, USING ROBERT’S RULES TO MAINTAIN
ORDER AND GET STUFF DONE”
Speaker, Office of the State Courts Administrator, August 2020

“KNOW THE RULES OF THE ROAD, USING ROBERT’S RULES TO MAINTAIN
ORDER AND GET STUFF DONE”
Speaker, Family Law Section Leadership Retreat, August 2016

“FOOLISH GAMES: UNDERSTANDING UNIQUE CHILDREN’S ISSUES
IN YOUR FAMILY LAW PRACTICE”
Speaker for CLE, Family Law Section of The Florida Bar, September 2011

“BUILDING AN EFFECTIVE LEGAL TEAM”
Speaker for CLE, Family Law Section of The Florida Bar, March 2011

“FAMILY LAW ETHICS JEOPARDY, II”
Speaker, Floidom, Inc. Webinar, June 2010

“HEALTH INSURANCE ISSUES IN FAMILY LAW”
Speaker, Floidom, Inc. Webinar, May 2010

Education

SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL
Boston, MA

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
College Park, MD
Honors: Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society