Atty. Lawrence C. Datz
Lawrence C. Datz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law.
Family Law Attorney · Serving Jacksonville, FL · 43+ Years Experience
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About Lawrence C. Datz at a Glance
Lawrence C. Datz is a family law attorney based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at Datz & Datz PA. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Florida (1983). Educated at Samford University (J.D., 1983) and Vanderbilt University (B.S. in Economics, 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell (2026). Serves clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Lawrence C. Datz
- Lawrence C. Datz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law
- Lawrence C., who practices law in Jacksonville, Florida, has been recognized since 2013
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lawrence C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
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Lawrence C. Datz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence C. Datz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Jacksonville.
Family Law in Jacksonville
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Jacksonville
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 Jacksonville 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.
Jacksonville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Jacksonville-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 Jacksonville Choose Lawrence C. Datz
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 Lawrence C. Datz's practice in the field of family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Lawrence C. Datz brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Focused Family Law Practice
Concentrating on family law means Lawrence C. Datz's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Jacksonville
A Jacksonville-based practice means Lawrence C. Datz 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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Common Legal Issues Lawrence C. Datz Handles in Jacksonville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Lawrence C. Datz has experience with under Florida law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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