Refik Eler | Jacksonville Family Lawyer

• Jacksonville Bar Association Member
  2009 - Present

• "Stop the Violence" Award El Beth El Divine Development Center
  2013
• Pro Bono Award Jacksonville Area Legal Aid
  2011
• "Give a Good Nite"Chair Recognition Sulzbacher Homeless Center
  2011
• Folio Magazine "Top 12" Family and Criminal Law in Jax Folio Magazine
  2007

I had a family law dissolution case where my client opted for a dissolution to end an abusive marriage. The client wanted the divorce expedited, but was afraid things would drag out for several months and be the subject of potential abuse. We resolved it within 60 days and the client has moved on with life and no more abuse.

A successful legal practice comes from being able to relate to the client, be accessible for the client and also providing legal options to resolve a legal matter quickly. My practice is successful because of that formula, and the fact that its not just another case, but my client's life or liberty at stake.

Client's should look for a lawyer who they can relate to, who listens, and has experience. Frankly, experience is a key factor because more than likely an experienced lawyer has faced the same or similar circumstances in a case like the potential client's before.

Local knowledge is a big part of success in a client's case. By local knowledge I'm talking about counsel, the Court and how issues in a case have played out in the past. There are obviously "pro's or con's" in any case and you certainly can't pick and/or choose many of the factors of your case, however you can pick your lawyer based upon his experience and local knowledge. Many of my successes have come from that aspect.

With a free phone consultation you are able to provide a rough "ball park" estimate of how much a case will cost to litigate. Of course, certain types of case(s) are very unpredictable and a wide range of factors come into play such as the type of case, hourly or flat fee, etc.

Usually very limited information is initially needed and a free follow-up office consult is often scheduled. The type of case, opposing attorney involved, time frame, ie. has the client been served with a summons and/or are other deadlines involved are some typical questions.

Experience differentiates me from many other lawyers in the community. During my 31 year career as a local Jacksonville and Northeast Florida trial attorney I have handled a variety of cases from inception thru trial. I have the local knowledge practice and procedure and vigorously fight for my clients rights both in and out of court. I am very accessible to my clients and usually respond to all calls within 24 hours or sooner.

Probably the most rewarding aspect of my job as a trial lawyer is representing someone and helping them navigate through the justice system. It can be a daunting task to go it alone. I try very hard to quote reasonable fees and payment plans for everyone so that they don't ever have to go it alone.

Other than law, my other interests include boating, water sports and sporting events.

I like to think that I am very active in the community. Specifically I sit on the board of the I.M. Sulzbacher Homeless Center in Jacksonville, Florida and serve on the shelter services committee. I also volunteer with the Jacksonville Humane Society, Jacksonville Animal Care and Control and at various local churches for pro bono legal activities.