Atty. Debra J. Sutton
Debra J. Sutton, founder of the Sutton Law Firm, has been practicing family and appellate law since 1989.
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About Debra J. Sutton at a glance
Debra J. Sutton is a Member based in Bartow, Florida, practforg at Sutton Law Firm. They haand 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Florida (1989), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1989), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1994), and U.S. Supreme Court (1997). Educated at Stetson University College of Law J.D. cum laude (โ) and University of South Florida B.S. Psychology (โ). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Bartow, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Debra J. Sutton, founder of the Sutton Law Firm, has been practicing family and appellate law since 1989
- She is deeply committed to her clients, offering dedicated legal counsel in matters such as divorce and child custody
- With offices in Bartow, Lakeland, and St. Petersburg, Ms. Sutton and her team provide compassionate representation, guiding clients through emotionally challenging legal situations
- Raised in a military family, Ms. Suttonโs upbringing took her across the U.S. and abroad before settling in Auburndale, FL
- Her early experiences fostered resilience and leadership, which continued through her involvement in Girl Scouts and as drum major of her high school band
- Her interest in law began at a young age, inspired by legal dramas like Perry Mason
- Debraโs passion for helping others was evident in her early career as a paralegal, where she supported women and children in abuse shelters
- This desire to make a difference ultimately drove her to become an attorney
- In addition to her legal work, Ms. Sutton is the founder of "Care to Dance," a nonprofit providing ballroom dance lessons to seniors with Alzheimerโs and Parkinsonโs
- Her dedication to both her profession and her community reflects her genuine care for people
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Florida
Practforg law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Bartow 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 andnue, and the substantiand 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.
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