Atty. Amy D. Shield
Amy Shield has a vast wealth of legal experience, having practiced law since 1976, concentrating in civil appeals and providing litigation support at all stages of the trial court proceedings. She has earned the distinction of an AV-Preeminent peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest legal recognition for professional ability and ethical standards.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Boca Raton, FL · 50+ Years Experience
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About Amy D. Shield at a Glance
Amy D. Shield is a Partner based in Boca Raton, Florida, practicing at Shield & Levine, P.A.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on litigation and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1976), U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida (1976), U.S. Court of Appeal for the Eleventh Circuit (1997), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (2000). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1976) and University of Florida B.A. Phi Beta Kappa University of Florida B.A. Graduated Magna Cum Laude University of Florida (Phi Beta, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar South Palm Beach County Bar Association (Chairman, Appellate Practice Committee 2012-2013) Florida Association of Woman Lawyers. Serves clients in Boca Raton, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Amy D. Shield
- Amy Shield has a vast wealth of legal experience, having practiced law since 1976, concentrating in civil appeals and providing litigation support at all stages of the trial court proceedings
- She has earned the distinction of an AV-Preeminent peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest legal recognition for professional ability and ethical standards
- Born in Brooklyn, New York, but raised on the Treasure Coast and in South Florida, Amy graduated from University of Florida (Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa) and the University of Miami School of Law (awarded the American Jurisprudence Book Award for Torts)
- She is admitted to practice in all Florida state courts, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal and Eleventh Circuits, and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida
- Amy focuses on cases in many civil practice areas including marital and family law (divorce, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, supportive relationships, alimony, equitable distribution, child support and timesharing) probate, trusts, guardianships, contract disputes, complex commercial issues, personal injury, medical malpractice, product liability, insurance issues, and injunctions
- Adams, George, Lee, Schulte and Ward (1976-1980)
- Law Offices of Amy Shield Levine (1980-1982)
- Levine & Levine, P.A. (1983-1991)
- Amy D. Shield, P.A. (1991-1997)
- Haliczer, Pettis & White, P.A. (1997-1998)
- Amy D. Shield, P.A. (1998-2016)
- Shield & Levine, P.A. (2016-Present)
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Amy D. Shield's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Amy D. Shield handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boca Raton.
Civil Litigation in Boca Raton
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Appellate Practice in Boca Raton
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Boca Raton
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boca Raton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Boca Raton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boca Raton-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Boca Raton Choose Amy D. Shield
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Amy D. Shield's practice in the field of litigation and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Amy D. Shield brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, and U.S. Court of Appeal for the Eleventh Circuit, Amy D. Shield can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation and appellate, Amy D. Shield can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boca Raton
A Boca Raton-based practice means Amy D. Shield attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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