Liz understands what you are going through. She is twice- divorced herself. One divorce that was settled amicably out of court – and a second divorce that required difficult, complex litigation with an opposing party who was unwilling to cooperate. These experiences have made her better able to help you through your divorce or family law dispute, providing empathy and strength throughout your work together. She represents clients through a full range of other family law needs.
She has a wide-range of experience, including banking, real estate, retail management, accounting, and television news – this background serves her well as a problem solver, negotiator and litigator fully committed to the practice of family law. A run for public office honed her public speaking skills and ability to argue her clients’ positions in court. She is a long-time resident of Florida’s West Coast. She understands the local court systems and deeply cares about the issues her clients face.
Liz grew up the oldest of eight children. Her father was a long-distance truck driver and her mother stayed at home to raise the children. Neither of Liz’s parents attended college. But that didn’t stop Liz—she was determined to get her college degree. While raising three daughters, she achieved her goal after taking classes on and off for more than 17 years. Liz graduated summa cum laude from the University of South Florida in 1995.
However, Liz had another dream—to become an attorney. Again, she worked and planned and finally achieved her goal.
She has been practicing in Sarasota since her admission to the Florida Bar in September 2006.
Liz has also found time to give back to her local community. In 2003, while attending law school, Liz was appointed to the City of Sarasota’s Human Relations Board where she served until 2007. She was then appointed to the City’s General Personnel/Civil Service Board where she served until her election to the Sarasota City Commission on May 12, 2015.
Please contact her if you need a Sarasota Area Family Law Attorney who will listen, share insight and help you develop a solid strategy for your case.

Education
• Graduated summa cum laude from the University of South Florida in 1995 with a degree in Mass Communications
• Graduated Stetson University College of Law in 2005