Mockler, Richard J.
Mockler Law Group
305 S. Magnolia Ave.
Tampa, FL 33606
Phone: 813-443-4634
Fax: 813-413-7631
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Current Employment Position(s)
Managing Shareholder
Lawyer Overview
Biography
Professional Experience
Richard was recently selected by his peers and recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine as a Rising Star for Florida for the third consecutive year.
Richard is experienced in all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, evidentiary hearings, trial, and appeal.
Richard started his legal career in Miami, where he worked at two of the nation's most prestigious law firms. Richard has been involved in high-stakes litigation matters for many of America's most well-known businesses. In many cases, Richard defended public companies and their officers and directors in connection with class actions lawsuits, derivative actions, and federal investigations.
Richard has worked on several matters that received national media coverage and a number of cases with more than $100 million at stake.
Today, Richard focuses primarily on business litigation and family law matters. In the family law arena, Richard devotes much of his time representing men and women in cases involving military divorce, complex financial issues, child custody disputes, and relocation requests. Richard is also a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator.
Law School
Richard attended the University of Florida College of Law, where he graduated with honors. In 1998, he was the Chester Ferguson Scholarship Recipient. Richard was also a member of the International Moot Court Team and participated in the William C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot. Additionally, Richard served as a Teaching Assistant for Legal Research and Writing and Appellate Advocacy.
Richard was also a leader on campus, where he was elected Treasurer and President of the Law School's Student Bar Association. He also served on the Executive Board of the University of Florida's Law College Council.
Prior to graduation, Richard was inducted into the Florida Blue Key leadership honorary, received the University of Florida Presidential Recognition Award, received the Levin College of Law Pro Bono Certificate, and was named the Levin College of Law 2000 Student of the Year.
Military Service
Prior to becoming an attorney, Richard served as a United States Marine with the 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion in Tampa, Florida. Richard was the Battalion Embarkation Specialist prior to the Unit's mobilization to Iraq for Operation Iraqi Freedom. Richard received the Navy Achievement Medal for his exemplary efforts to prepare his battalion to embark for combat. Richard was also recognized as the Honor Graduate during his training at the Naval Expeditionary Warfare College, Atlantic. Richard also received the Outstanding Community Service Medal, National Defense Medal, Selected Marine Corps Reserve Medal, and a Marine Corps Certificate of Commendation for exemplary community service. Richard's military experience helps him relate to military service members and families.
Community Service
Richard has demonstrated a lasting commitment to serving his community. Richard has volunteered his time through Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Tampa and through the Florida Guardian Ad Litem Program. In Miami, Richard worked as a volunteer at the Minority Bar Passage Program. In college and law school, Richard volunteered every year to assist with the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program. Richard also participated in several programs designed to educate youth against drug use. As a law student, Richard also worked as an Advocate at the Sexual and Physical Abuse Resource Center, as a Judge and Volunteer for the Alachua County Teen Court Program, and as a pro bono law clerk for the Eighth Judicial Circuit.
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Divorce
- Custody & Visitation
- Paternity
- Child Support
- Adoption
- Business Litigation
- Military Divorce
- Relocation
- Modification, Enforcement, & Contempt
West Practice Categories
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce, Family Law
Qualifications
Bar Admissions
- U.S. Supreme Court
- U.S. Court of Appeals Federal Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals 11th Circuit
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Florida
- U.S. Tax Court
- Florida
Professional Associations and Memberships
- The Florida Bar
- Florida Bar Trial Lawyers Section
- Florida Bar Family Law Section
- Florida Bar Business Law Section
- International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
- Hillsborough County Bar Association
- Federal Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Cheatwood Inn of Court
- Tampa Family Law Inn of Court
- Hillsborough County Bar Association (Executive Board - Family Law Section)
- Tampa Connection Class of 2010
Honors and Awards
- Selected in Super Lawyers 2009 Rising Stars
Pro Bono Activities
- Volunteer, Guardian Ad Litem Program
- Volunteer, Florida Bar Minority Passage Program
- Volunteer, Marine Corps Toys-for-Tots Program
- Recipient, University of Florida Pro Bono Certificate
- Recipient, U.S. Military Outstanding Community Service Award
- Recipient, Marine Corps Certificate of Commendation for Community Service
- Recognized, University of Florida College of Law Student of the Year
- Volunteer, Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Tampa Bay
Education
- University of Florida Levin College of Law, Gainesville, Florida,
2002
Master of Laws
Major: Taxation - University of Florida Levin College of Law, Gainesville, Florida,
2001
Juris Doctor
Honors: With Honors
Honors: President, John Marshall Bar Association
Honors: Treasurer, John Marshall Bar Association
Honors: Vice-Chair, International Moot Court Board
Honors: International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Honors: Executive Board, Law College Counsel
Honors: Levin College of Law Student of the Year (2000)
Honors: Ferguson Scholar of Law
Honors: Florida Blue Key Leadership Honorary
Honors: Teaching Assistant for Legal Research & Writing
Honors: Teaching Assistant for Appellate Advocacy
Honors: Levin College of Law Pro Bono Certificate
Honors: Law School Small Group Advisor - Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida,
1998
Bachelor of Science
Honors: cum laude
Honors: Golden Key National Honor Society
Major: Finance
Fraternities/Sororities
- Phi Kappa Phi
- Phi Eta Sigma
- Phi Alpha Delta
- Phi Delta Phi
Fees
Accepts Credit Cards
Office Information
Address
305 S. Magnolia Ave.
Tampa, FL 33606
Office Hours
Monday to Friday - 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Phones
813-443-4634
Faxes
813-413-7631
