Tampa Family Law Attorney Mindi Lasley
Mindi Lasley is one of Tampa Bay’s most experienced family law attorneys, with over two decades of litigation experience and a reputation for honest, aggressive advocacy. She founded Mindi Lasley, P.A. in 2005 after honing her trial skills as an Assistant State Attorney with the Hillsborough County State Attorney’s Office — where she prosecuted juvenile, misdemeanor, and felony matters, including DUIs — and has taken more than 100 cases to trial.
“I believe in handling cases effectively and honestly, carefully guiding clients through each step of their case.”
Ms. Lasley holds both her undergraduate degree and her J.D. from Florida State University, where she graduated cum laude and served as President of the International Law Society. She also studied law at Oxford University’s Faculty of Law. She has been a member of the Florida Bar since 2003 and is admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida.
Areas Mindi Lasley Practices
A trained collaborative practitioner, Ms. Lasley works across the full spectrum of family law. Here’s how her background applies to each.
Practice Area | Why It Matters With Mindi |
|---|---|
100+ trials means she’s prepared every case as if it’s going to court, even the ones that settle. | |
Complex property and business division handled with two decades of Hillsborough courtroom experience. | |
A former prosecutor’s cross-examination experience applies directly to contested custody hearings. | |
Straightforward calculation and enforcement guidance, without unnecessary litigation costs. | |
Post-judgment changes to custody, support, or alimony handled by someone who tried the original case type hundreds of times. | |
Drafted with an eye toward what actually holds up if a marriage ends in litigation. |
She serves clients throughout Hillsborough County and the broader Tampa Bay area, including Pinellas County, Brandon, Riverview, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg.
Bar Admissions
| Jurisdiction / Court | Year Admitted |
|---|---|
| Florida | 2003 |
| U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida | 2004 |
Education
| Institution | Location | Degree / Program | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida State University College of Law | Tallahassee, Florida | Juris Doctor (J.D.) | 2003 |
| Oxford University Faculty of Law | Oxford, England | Florida State Summer Law Program | August 2001 |
| Florida State University | Tallahassee, Florida | Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Political Science | April 2000 |
Law School Honors & Activities
| Honor / Activity | Years |
|---|---|
| Book Award Recipient – Bioethics and the Law | 2002–2003 |
| Book Award Recipient – Restitution | 2001–2002 |
| International Law Society, President | 2001–2003 |
| Student Bar Association | During Law School |
Undergraduate Honors
| Honor / Recognition |
|---|
| Cum Laude |
| Pi Sigma Alpha |
| Phi Sigma Pi |
| Phi Alpha Delta |
| Phi Theta Kappa |
| Golden Key |
| Dean’s List |
Published Works
| Publication | Published In | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Puppy Lemon Laws | “Lawyer” Magazine | May 2007 |
| The Connection Between Domestic Violence and Animal Cruelty | “Commentator” Journal | 2009 |
Honors & Awards
| Award / Recognition |
|---|
| Public Service Recognition Award from the Florida Department of Children and Families |
| Florida Merit Scholarship Recipient |
| Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship Recipient |
Professional Associations & Memberships
| Organization | Section / Role | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough County Bar Association | Family Law Section | 2003 – Present |
| Hillsborough Association of Women Lawyers | Member | 2003 – Present |
| The Florida Bar | Family Law Section | 2005 – Present |
| Federal Bar Association | Member | Current |
| Tampa Bay Family Law Inn of Court | Member | Current |
Past Employment
| Employer | Position | Years |
|---|---|---|
| State Attorney’s Office | Assistant State Attorney | 2003 – 2005 |
Pro Bono Activities
| Organization | Role |
|---|---|
| Humane Society of the United States | Humane Policy Volunteer Leader |
Teaching the Next Generation of Family Law Attorneys
Ms. Lasley has lectured at Stetson University College of Law and regularly teaches Continuing Legal Education courses to Florida attorneys on behalf of the Florida Bar. Hillsborough County’s Family Law Division, part of the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit, handles thousands of dissolution, custody, and support filings every year — one of the largest family court dockets in the state. That volume is part of why other Tampa family law attorneys turn to Ms. Lasley to teach the CLE courses that keep them current. Outside the office, she travels extensively, sails, SCUBA dives, and is an avid football fan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Mindi Lasley different from other Tampa family law attorneys?
Most family law attorneys have never prosecuted a criminal case. Ms. Lasley spent two years as an Assistant State Attorney trying juvenile, misdemeanor, and felony matters before founding her own practice in 2005. That courtroom-first background carries into every contested divorce, custody dispute, or modification she handles, and it’s part of why the Florida Bar asks her to teach CLE courses to other attorneys rather than the reverse.
Does Mindi Lasley handle high-asset divorce cases in Tampa?
Yes. Ms. Lasley represents clients in high-asset contested divorces involving complex property division, business valuation, and support disputes, in addition to more straightforward uncontested matters. Her collaborative law training also allows high-asset clients to resolve a divorce without full litigation when both sides are willing.
How do I schedule a consultation with Mindi Lasley?
You can call the office directly at 813-873-9047 or fill out the consultation form on this page. The firm is located at 1005 N Marion St, Tampa, FL 33602, with office hours Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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