Atty. Thomas Holden

Atty. Thomas Holden

I am an attorney who helps clients involved in family-law litigation cases. I handle all aspects of family law cases from consultation to conclusion.

Tavares Tavares 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (352) 717-2256 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Thomas Holden at a glance

Thomas Holden is a divorce, child custody, and family law attorney based in Tavares, Florida, practicing at Holden & Darby, P.A.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1982). Educated at Nova University (J.D., 1982) and Nichols College (B.S.B.A., 1975). Serands clients in Tavares, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • I am an attorney who helps clients involved in family-law litigation cases
  • I handle all aspects of family law cases from consultation to conclusion
  • Prior to starting Holden & Darby, P.A., I was the supervising attorney for the Department of Children and Families, where I was responsible for the legal department in Lake County
  • I have been a practicing attorney since 1982
  • During my years of practice, I have handled a variety of cases, including but not limited to: personal injury, criminal, bankruptcy, real estate and many other civil litigation areas
  • At this time, I solely focus on handling dissolution of marriage, dependency, domestic violence, paternity and other child-related cases
  • I am married and reside in Lake County
  • My Wife, Katrina, and I enjoy spending time with our black lab, Marley

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Holden's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Holden handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

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 Florida

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 Tavares 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Holden

Where is Thomas Holden's law office located?
Thomas Holden's law practice is located in Tavares, Florida. The firm is Holden & Darby, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Holden handle?
Thomas Holden focuses on divorce, child custody, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Thomas Holden practiced law?
Thomas Holden has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Thomas Holden go to law school?
Thomas Holden earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S.B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Thomas Holden for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Holden directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Nova University
- 1982
B.S.B.A.
Nichols College
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1982

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