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MEISTER LAW GROUP

Marital & Family Law

Adoption Law, Dependency Cases, and Marital & Family Law throughout Florida’s South Shore – Riverview, Wimauma, Apollo Beach, Ruskin and beyond.

━━━ Legal Guidance with a Child-First Focus

Protecting Children and Families Through Experienced Legal Advocacy

When selecting a family law attorney in Florida, families need more than general legal representation-they need specialized expertise in complex child welfare matters. Meister Law Group distinguishes itself from larger firms and generalist practices by offering focused, specialized services in the most challenging areas of family law.

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━━━ Focused on Families. Rooted in Experience.

Concentrated Experience in
Child-Centered Legal Matters

Unlike general practice firms that handle family law as one of many practice areas, Meister Law Group focuses exclusively on the legal matters that affect children and families most profoundly. Our concentrated practice includes adoption law, dependency cases, Guardian ad Litem services, and family law matters involving children. This focused approach allows us to provide more effective representation while ensuring that children’s welfare remains at the center of every case we handle.

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Comprehensive Legal Services for Complex Family Matters

Whether you’re building your family through adoption, facing dependency proceedings, involved in contested custody disputes, or need independent child advocacy through Guardian ad Litem services, Meister Law Group provides the experienced guidance and strategic representation your family deserves. Our goal is not just to resolve legal issues, but to help families emerge from challenging circumstances stronger and more secure.

Ready to protect what matters most? Contact Meister Law Group today to schedule your consultation with an attorney who understands your challenges and will fight for your family’s interests.

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Our Practice Areas

At Meister Law Group, we understand that legal matters involving your family require both expertise and compassion.  Our firm specializes in contested adoptions, dependency cases, Guardian ad Litem services, and custody for special needs children.

Adoption Law

Comprehensive legal guidance for all types of adoptions in Florida, including private adoption…

Contested Adoption

Expert representation in complex contested adoption cases requiring litigation and specialized…

Custody & Parenting Plans

Creating stable foundations for children through comprehensive custody arrangements and…

Dependency Law

Skilled representation in dependency proceedings, protecting families’ rights in child welfare cases…

Guardian ad Litem

Court-appointed advocacy ensuring children’s voices are heard and their best interests are protected in…

Marital & Family Law

Child-focused family law solutions including custody disputes, parenting plans, and high-conflict divorce…

Parent Representation

Dedicated advocacy for parents involved in dependency cases, fighting to protect parental…

Special Needs Custody

Specialized advocacy for custody cases involving special needs children, ensuring proper…

Termination of Parental Rights

Sensitive handling of critical family transitions in TPR proceedings with the care, discretion, and…

━━━ Child-Centered. Courtroom-Tested. Results-Driven.

Why Choose Meister Law Group

At Meister Law Group, we don’t just guide families through tough legal matters-we fight for them. With deep experience in contested adoptions, dependency, and high-conflict custody disputes, Attorney Jennifer Meister blends fierce litigation skill with compassionate, client-focused counsel. Whether you’re protecting your parental rights or building your family, we prepare every case as if it’s going to trial-because your future deserves nothing less.

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Ready to take the next step in protecting your family’s future? Whether you need immediate guidance on a pressing legal matter or want to explore your options with an experienced family law attorney, we’re here to help you navigate these important decisions with confidence and clarity.

How MLG Uses AI Responsibly

Meister Law Group uses artificial intelligence as a tool to help our team work more efficiently. It never replaces the judgment of our attorneys. We protect client confidentiality by using only tools and settings that meet our professional obligations, and we don’t share confidential client information with AI systems that can’t safeguard it. Anything AI helps produce for legal work is reviewed and verified by a member of our team before it is used, and every legal decision and piece of advice comes from a licensed attorney. Our goal is simple: use technology to spend less time on routine tasks and more time on what matters most, which is serving you and your family.

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Devin J. Lee

Brand & Content Manager

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Eva Smolina

Legal Secretary

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Nahtalasia Nunez, family law attorney

Nahtalasia F. Nunez

Intake Coordinator / Paralegal

Nahtalasia Pena is a dedicated paralegal at Meister Law Group, known for her strong organizational skills, clear communication, and calm approach to complex matters. With a background in multi-store retail management, she brings valuable experience in handling escalations, managing documentation, and supporting clients with care and efficiency. Nahtalasia takes pride in helping clients feel supported throughout the legal process. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her children and bringing positivity, patience, and energy into everything she does.

Jessica Hill, family law attorney

Jessica J. Hill

Legal Operations Director / Lead Paralegal

Jessica Hill is a dedicated paralegal at Meister Law Group, bringing professionalism and compassion to every case she supports. Originally from Michigan and now a proud Florida resident for over 22 years, Jessica balances her career with the joys of raising two beautiful children. She’s passionate about sports, enjoys movie nights, family time, and never turns down a good karaoke session.

Tim Meister, family law attorney

Timothy D. Meister

Office Manager

Timothy “Tim” Meister is a dedicated professional whose journey spans distinguished service in the US Navy and as a Merchant Marine, followed by a successful career in sales within the insurance sector.

With a strong background in leadership, discipline, and strategic thinking honed during his military years, Tim has brought the same commitment and integrity to helping clients navigate the complexities within insurance landscapes. His passion for building trusted relationships has been a hallmark of his career, earning him respect among peers and clients alike.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Tim has been happily married to his wife for over a decade, and together they share the joy of raising three wonderful children. In his free time, Tim enjoys golfing, cooking, and cherishing quality moments with family and friends.

Driven, personable, and grounded in faith and family values, Tim Meister continues to make a meaningful impact both professionally and personally.

Jennifer Meister, family law attorney

Jennifer F. Meister

Owner / Managing Attorney

Jennifer Meister is an experienced and compassionate family law attorney with a strong commitment to protecting children and families through every stage of their legal journey. As the founder of Meister Law Group, LLC, Jennifer brings over a decade of experience handling high-conflict custody disputes, private and contested adoptions, dependency litigation, and termination of parental rights (TPR) cases.

A graduate of Fordham Law School in New York City, Jennifer has been a proud member of The Florida Bar since 2010,and a Member of the Ohio Bar since 2025. Before founding her own firm, she served as a prosecutor for the Department of Children and Families and as an Assistant Attorney General, where she gained extensive courtroom experience advocating for the safety and well-being of Florida’s most vulnerable children.

Jennifer is especially known for her skillful handling of complex cases involving special needs children, child abuse allegations, and long-term parenting plans. She frequently serves as a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) and attorney ad litem, ensuring children have a voice in the courtroom.