Family Law Attorney in St. Johns County
Florida's fastest-growing county demands a family law attorney who can keep pace. Christine Leonard has been protecting St. Johns County families for over a decade.
Protecting Families Across Florida's Fastest-Growing County
St. Johns County has transformed from a quiet bedroom community into one of the most affluent and rapidly expanding counties in all of Florida. With that growth have come increasingly sophisticated family law disputes — high-net-worth divorces involving luxury homes in Nocatee and World Golf Village, bitterly contested custody battles between parents in the county's top-rated school districts, and complex alimony cases tied to rapidly appreciating real estate and thriving businesses. These are not simple cases, and they demand an attorney who treats them with the seriousness they deserve.
Christine Leonard is that attorney. Based right here in St. Augustine, the county seat, Christine has spent her entire career serving the families of St. Johns County. She does not commute in from Jacksonville. She does not fly in from Miami. She lives and works in this community, and she has built her reputation on fierce, uncompromising advocacy for the people who call St. Johns County home.
The Seventh Judicial Circuit — St. Johns County Courthouse
All family law cases in St. Johns County are heard within the Seventh Judicial Circuit at the St. Johns County Courthouse on Lewis Speedway in St. Augustine. Christine Leonard has appeared before the family division judges in this courthouse more times than most attorneys in the region. She understands the preferences of each judge, the expectations for motion practice, and the local administrative orders that can affect the trajectory of your case. That institutional knowledge is not something you can buy — it is earned through years of dedicated practice in these courtrooms.
Serving Every Community in St. Johns County
From the historic streets of downtown St. Augustine to the master-planned communities that have reshaped the county's landscape, Christine represents clients everywhere in St. Johns County:
- Nocatee — one of the top-selling master-planned communities in America, where families face unique property division challenges
- World Golf Village — luxury homes and resort properties requiring sophisticated valuation in divorce
- Fruit Cove & Switzerland — established family neighborhoods where custody and timesharing disputes are deeply personal
- St. Augustine Beach & Crescent Beach — waterfront properties demanding expert appraisal and equitable distribution
- Ponte Vedra — high-net-worth estates and country club communities
- Hastings & Elkton — agricultural properties and rural family estates
Comprehensive Family Law Services
Leonard Legal handles every type of family law matter in St. Johns County:
- High-Asset Divorce & Equitable Distribution
- Divorce & Separation
- Child Custody & Timesharing
- Alimony & Spousal Support
- Child Support
- Mediation Services
Your Attorney. Your Case. No Exceptions.
In a county where new law firms seem to open every week promising the world, Christine Leonard stands apart for one fundamental reason: when you hire her, you get her. Not a paralegal. Not a junior associate fresh out of law school. Christine personally reviews every document, argues every motion, and fights every battle in your case. She is available seven days a week, 9 AM to 7 PM, because she understands that the families of St. Johns County deserve an attorney who is as committed to their case as they are.
Do not trust your family's future to a firm that will treat you like a file number. Call Christine Leonard at (904) 392-4573 for a confidential consultation and discover what it means to have a true advocate in your corner.
St. Johns County Family Law FAQ
Which court handles family law cases in St. Johns County?
Family law cases in St. Johns County are handled by the Seventh Judicial Circuit Court at the St. Johns County Courthouse, 4010 Lewis Speedway, St. Augustine, FL 32084. Christine Leonard has been appearing in this courthouse for over a decade and has extensive experience with the family law judges and procedures specific to this circuit.
Is St. Johns County an expensive area for divorce cases?
St. Johns County is one of the wealthiest and fastest-growing counties in Florida, which means divorce cases here often involve significant assets including luxury homes in Nocatee, World Golf Village, and Ponte Vedra Beach. Leonard Legal specializes in high-asset divorce and works with forensic accountants to protect your financial interests.
Can Christine Leonard handle my case anywhere in St. Johns County?
Yes. Christine Leonard serves clients throughout all of St. Johns County, including St. Augustine, St. Augustine Beach, Nocatee, Fruit Cove, World Golf Village, Ponte Vedra, Hastings, and surrounding communities. Her office is located at 135 Jenkins St #105B-157, St. Augustine, FL 32086.