Reviews

Charles Willmott is definitely an attorney I recommend if you are seeking a family law or divorce attorney in Jacksonville. He is extremely professional even when certain parties are in emotional duress based on the circumstances. He has a process. He does not run up your bill on unnecessary paperwork and throughout the entire divorce process I felt as if he was working toward and making recommendations that supported my desired end result. Charles is extremely 'real' with his clients. I felt informed on possible outcomes regardless if it was what I wanted to hear. One recommendation I have is that if you feel you need check-ins or sanity updates on your case, then don't be afraid to ask for those because if nothing is going on, it's not like he's going to reach out and ask if you are doing 'okay.' That's not his job. However, if you want to vent, his assistant is awesome for a quick sanity rant. I won't be getting married ever again but if I did, I would have no problem hiring Charles for a second divorce.

Looking for a family law issue and found him to be so down to earth and caring and very attentive. He was aggressive when necessary and always made me feel comfortable with the attention my case was receiving. His staff was exceptional and I always felt fully informed and involved Mr.Willmott is very honest and respectful person. He will go to the end for you. He is a very hard working lawyer that really cares about the person he is defending. I would have been lost if not for his expertise and guidance. He listened to what I had to say and answered all my questions. I strongly recommend Mr.Willmott to anyone looking for a family lawyer.

In April of 2014 my husband and I decided to end our 18 year marriage uncontested. Handling it on my own at first the process became must more daunting then originally thought. Situations had changed drastically in a short period of time and the "cut and dry" approach was no longer an option. With overwhelming heartbreak I became emotionally paralyzed and sought legal advice from three local divorce attorneys. One of which was Charles E. Willmott. In comparison Charles was forth coming, very straight forward, considerate to the individual case, gave the attention needed without any time clock and immediately made me feel relief that I could trust my families future in his hands without question. He became my family law divorce attorney that very day. A huge weight was lifted off my shoulders so that I could focus on our three children helping them through the life change instead of increasing the stress with legal matters. Conversations thru email and over the phone happened frequently. I was embarrassed about my neediness for advice yet never once did Charles or his amazing paralegal Jackie (who is also his wife by the way) made me feel that any question I had or advice requested was minimal and with every new "situation" that happened it was handled immediately, professionally, proactively with success even when opposing counsel was eager to make a name for himself selfishly. Charles was in every instance with the opposing counsel spot on, clear, concise and remained the professional throughout while at the same time deflating opposing counsels overemphasized ego to the extent that my soon to be ex-husband was so highly impressed with Charles mediation skills he wanted to release HIS counsel and have the three of us proceed without. So now that it appears I have wrote a book...... the out come of my divorce proceedings was everything that my ex husband and I could have wished for and some. Charles and Jackie walked with my children and I every step of the way to the extent of even thinking of things and promoting things that I did not have the emotional stamina for nor had considered. In the end of our legal journey it was a win win for for all parties involved but most in importantly for the children. Quote: "Divorce does not have to be nasty. When you take the emotion out of it and keep the children's best interest a priority no one looses." Charles E. Wilmlmott, P.A. I raise my glass in sincere gratitude to you Charles E. Willmott and Jackie. My only regret was not hiring you sooner! Oh and yes FYI: We are all emotionally groovy now and blessed to have had the both of you always looking out for us. Hugs and smiles all around sent your way. Sincerely, Jennifer Van Wormer/Winters, Colin, Ian and Savannah Winters

Charles Willmott is the right choice for a family law attorney when two (2) parties can't quite work things out and need a diplomatic point of view. From a very personal experience; Charles is good at mediating...even when opposing counsel is extremely difficult and maybe even unethical in an attempt to "win at all costs." Charles is keenly aware that children usually get hurt the most and does his best to resolve issues with the children's best interests in mind. I have recommended Charles to several friends...none have ever regretted contacting him for advice. Good legal advice is not cheap, but I can't tell you how many times Charles has offered me suggestions without sending me a bill the next day. Hiring a lawyer is a huge decision. Consult Charles Willmott before you retain a lawyer. He will clearly explain your legal options, what his fees are and the reasonable outcome(s) that can be expected. JBR

Mr. Willmott divorced me several years ago and did an excellent job. He was straight forward, honest and worked hard to get my case settled.

Mr Willmott represented me in my divorce. He took the time to get the facts of the case with very short notice. I am grateful to have Mr Willmott continue to represent me with ongoing issues and know that he will continue to work diligently in protecting the rights of myself and my children. I highly recommend Mr Willmott to handle your divorce or custody case.

I have not had to deal with Mr. Willmott for any more than an introductory phone call, that being said, he was very personable, informative, and overall easy to speak with. Should I need assistance with a legal matter under his expertise - I would not hesitate for one minute to contact him. ~Bethany from Colorado

As most people who seek legal counsel, I found myself getting divorced, stressed out, and worried about my assets, kids, and future. I didn’t trust the law firms that advertise on the TV and radio. A friend of mine had who had endured a similar fate referred me to Mr. Willmott. From our first visit he put me at ease and gave it to me straight. Told me upfront how much things would cost and what I could reasonably expect from the courts. Mr. Willmott is NOT the type of attorney that is going to pick a fight with your soon to be ex-spouse’s attorney just so that he can jack up the bill. (believe me those type of attorneys are out there). He has made himself available for questions and phone calls without adding to the bill. Also his website has tons of useful info. As I told Mr. Willmott…I hope I will never need his services again…but I would certainly come back to him if I did. A true professional with a solid reputation.

Mr. Willmott was honest, professional, and very easy to reach. I was very confident throughout the process with him in my corner and ended up getting exactly what I wanted from the case.

I had the good fortune to meet Charles Willmott at a not so good time in my life. I was blindsided by divorce after decades of marriage. I turned to one of those 'men's rights' firms only to find they are more interested in billing hours than results. In fact, I began to feel they were not interested in the facts of my case at all, just the process. It occurred to me that I would be better served by a smaller firm. I sought out such a firm and met Charles and I'm so pleased I did. I knew immediately from our first meeting that things would be different. He listened to all I had to say and he advised. He talked sense when I was stubborn but he made sure I was in charge. In half the time and cost I invested before meeting him, Charles successfully protected my assets and got the result I was ultimately seeking. I would recommend him to anyone in need of family legal help.

I was highly impressed with Mr. Willmott's professionalism, attention to detail, and honesty while he represented me during my court case. His knowledge of specific case law proved to be successful in winning my case. From the beginning he kept me updated on what to expect during the process and I never felt he drew out the time or overestimated his billing. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

A board-certified lawyer with over 20 years of work in the divorce field, Mr. Willmott had the professional experience, recommendations, and credentials I needed. From the get go, we had a good rapport: he was straightforward and impeccably honest in all of his dealings with me. Nothing was sugar coated. He contacted me immediately by e-mail whenever he had information about my case. He was equally as prompt, efficient, and honest in his dealings with the court. During the divorce process, he worked hard and intelligently on my behalf while being completely respectful of the judicial system. His court paperwork was thorough, on time, and well crafted. I highly recommend Mr. Willmott. I would like to do a second review as I have continued to use Mr. Willmott 3 years since my last review. Here it is. Charles Willmott is a dedicated professional who will speak the truth. Mr. Willmott is straightforward with his clients and is willing to listen. He is able to take what at times can be very messy situations and come up with a clear plan of action. He will be honest and open and will always represent his clients with a true sense of professionalism. He does not play dirty and remains a lawyer with the highest of morals. Without question, Charles Willmott is the best. Please do not hesitate to contact him.