Law Office of Kristen Bishop Ames - Port St. Lucie, FL
The Law Office of Kristen Bishop Ames, PLLC delivers compassionate and experienced family law advocacy in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Founded by native Treasure Coast attorney Kristen Bishop Ames, the firm offers more than 15 years of marital law experience to assist individuals and parents through divorce, child custody, alimony, child support, stepparent adoption, and marital agreements with personalized care.
Compassionate Family Law Representation in Port St. Lucie
Navigating significant changes in family life can bring considerable emotional and legal stress. The Law Office of Kristen Bishop Ames, PLLC provides client-centered, knowledgeable guidance to families across Port St. Lucie, Martin County, and Palm Beach County. Born and raised in Port St. Lucie, attorney Kristen Bishop Ames graduated as salutatorian of Port St. Lucie High School, earned her degree from the University of Central Florida, and received her Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law. With over 15 years of dedicated practice in Florida family courtrooms, she brings a calm, strategic perspective to delicate marital disputes. When you need to hire an attorney who listens attentively and tailors solutions to your goals, this firm provides the focused advocacy you require.
Strategic Divorce and Collaborative Family Law
Every marriage dissolution presents distinct circumstances requiring customized attention. Serving as dedicated divorce lawyers, attorney Kristen Bishop Ames protects client financial interests and parental ties throughout contested and uncontested divorces:
- Contested and uncontested divorce: Resolving equitable distribution of marital assets, liabilities, and alimony determinations under current Florida statutes.
- Collaborative divorce: Assisting couples who choose an amicable, out-of-court approach to resolve issues respectfully without litigation.
- LGBTQIA+ family law: Supporting diverse couples through divorce, property division, and parental rights recognition.
- Post-judgment modifications: Helping clients modify alimony or timesharing orders following significant life or financial transitions.
Child Custody, Timesharing, and Parenting Plans
Protecting children from conflict during a family transition is vital. As experienced child custody lawyers, the firm helps parents create detailed parenting plans and timesharing schedules that prioritize children best interests while preserving strong parental bonds.
Child Support Establishment and Enforcement
Florida law requires both parents to contribute to their children financial support. As knowledgeable child support lawyers, the practice ensures accurate calculations under statutory guidelines, handling initial support awards, child care expense contributions, and enforcement of past-due payments.
Stepparent and Relative Adoptions
Expanding a family through adoption is a meaningful milestone that requires thorough legal compliance. Serving as trusted adoption lawyers, the practice guides stepparents and relatives through background checks, consent filings, and final court hearings to establish permanent legal parentage.
Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements
Proactive marital planning safeguards personal assets and sets clear financial expectations. Working with skilled prenuptial agreement lawyers allows couples to draft legally binding prenuptial and postnuptial contracts that provide certainty and protect family assets.
Protective Injunctions and Domestic Violence Matters
When personal safety is at risk, swift legal protection is essential. As committed domestic violence lawyers, the firm represents clients seeking or contesting petitions for injunctions for protection against domestic violence, ensuring client rights and security are fiercely defended in court.
Why Choose Attorney Kristen Bishop Ames
- Treasure Coast Native: Deep community knowledge and familiarity with local courtrooms and judicial procedures.
- Over 15 Years of Experience: Extensive experience focused exclusively on matrimonial and family law.
- Veteran and Military Discounts: Dedicated discounts for active duty military members and veterans.
- Personalized Solutions: Compassionate representation focused on clarity, dignified outcomes, and long-term peace.
Schedule a Family Law Consultation
If you are facing divorce, custody questions, or need to find a lawyer to guide you through adoption, contact the Law Office of Kristen Bishop Ames in Port St. Lucie today to schedule a confidential legal consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the heart of Port St. Lucie, situated at the busy intersection of S U.S. Highway 1 and SE Port St. Lucie Boulevard, offering easy access to the Florida Turnpike.
Building Location
This is a three-story, Class B commercial office building known as the Gold Coast Federal Credit Union Building, which hosts professional office suites on the upper floors.
Parking Details
Ample on-site surface parking is available for visitors with 104 dedicated parking spaces situated around the building.
Public Transit
Served by Area Regional Transit (ART) Route 1 (Northbound/Southbound); nearest stop is at US 1 and S. Port St Lucie Boulevard.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the building through the main lobby and take the elevator or stairs to the second floor. The law office is situated within the W Executive Suites in Suite 200.