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Amy D. Shield
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Amy D. Shield

5.0
19 reviews

20245 Back Nine Dr., Boca Raton, FL 33498

Appellate Practice, Litigation Support and Complex Legal Research

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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AV Preeminent Peer Rated
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At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

Champion Badge Gold

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

Champion Badge Platinum

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Amy D. Shield got this award in 2021

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Areas of Law

  • Appellate Practice
  • Other 2
    • Litigation Support
    • Complex Legal Research

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1976, Florida
    1976, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida
    1997, U.S. Court of Appeal for the Eleventh Circuit
    2000, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
    Memberships
    The Florida Bar
    South Palm Beach County Bar Association (Chairman, Appellate Practice Committee 2012-2013)
    Florida Association of Woman Lawyers
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Miami School of Law
    Class of 1976
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Florida
    B.A.
    Phi Beta Kappa

    University of Florida
    B.A.
    Graduated Magna Cum Laude

    University of Florida
    Class of 1973
    Phi Beta Kappa

    University of Florida
    Class of 1973
    Graduated Magna Cum Laude

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Amy D. Shield was admitted in 1976 to the State of Florida.
  • What is this attorney's primary practice area?
    The practice area Amy D. Shield spends the most time on is Appellate Practice.
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    Amy D. Shield is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit and United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, Amy D. Shield has a 5.0 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Amy D. Shield attended University of Miami School of Law.

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