LaVia Law, PA - Tallahassee, FL
Compassionate and Affordable Family Law
LaVia Law, PA is a unique family law practice in Tallahassee dedicated to bridging the ”justice gap.” Founded in 2020 by Jennifer Parker LaVia, a seasoned attorney with over 30 years of legal experience, the firm was created with a specific mission: to provide high-quality legal representation to individuals who make too much to qualify for legal aid but cannot afford the high retainers of traditional law firms. We believe that everyone deserves access to justice, regardless of their income level. Located on Mahan Drive, we offer a welcoming and non-judgmental environment where clients can find support during some of the most difficult transitions of their lives. Whether you are facing a divorce, a custody battle, or a domestic violence situation, LaVia Law is here to guide you with empathy, skill, and integrity.
Family Law Services
We focus exclusively on Family Law, understanding that these matters require not just legal expertise but also emotional intelligence. Our services include:
- Divorce: Assisting clients with both contested and uncontested dissolutions of marriage, ensuring equitable distribution of assets and fair support arrangements.
- Child Custody and Time-Sharing: Advocating for the best interests of the children while protecting parental rights. We help craft parenting plans that work for real families.
- Child Support: ensuring that financial support is calculated correctly and enforced so that children have the resources they need.
- Paternity: Helping fathers establish their legal rights and assisting mothers in securing support.
We approach every case with a focus on de-escalation and resolution, aiming to minimize conflict and cost whenever possible.
The Reduced-Fee Model
What sets LaVia Law apart is our commitment to affordability. We operate on a reduced-fee (low bono) model for clients who meet certain income criteria. This means we offer our services at significantly lower rates than the market standard for private attorneys. For those who cannot afford full representation, we also offer unbundled legal services and hourly advice sessions. This allows you to pay for only the help you need-whether it is reviewing a document, preparing for a hearing, or getting a second opinion-without committing to a large retainer. We empower clients to handle parts of their case themselves while having a lawyer in their corner for the critical moments.
Experienced and Community-Focused
Jennifer LaVia is a Tallahassee native and a graduate of the University of Florida Levin College of Law. Before founding LaVia Law, she spent 15 years as a trial lawyer and 19 years teaching at the Florida State University College of Law, where she directed the Veterans Legal Clinic. Her deep roots in the community and her background in legal education inform her practice every day. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of lawyers and serving the Tallahassee community. When you choose LaVia Law, PA, you are choosing a firm that values people over profits and is dedicated to making the legal system accessible to all.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the professional corridor of Midtown Tallahassee, this office is situated along the bustling Mahan Drive, just east of downtown near the Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare campus.
Building Location
This cozy, single-story brick commercial building is easily accessible and located near the scenic Barnette W. Allen Nature Preserve and Gulf Winds bank.
Parking Details
Complimentary parking is readily available for clients in the private on-site surface parking lot directly adjacent to the building.
Public Transit
Served by StarMetro Route A (Eastbound); nearest stop is at North Magnolia Drive and Mahan Drive.
Accessibility / Suite Access
The office is located on the ground floor with a direct entrance from the front of the building, providing easy wheelchair-accessible entry without the need for stairs or elevators.