Beth Clause
Bar Admissions and Education
Beth Louise Clause started her legal studies at Tampa College, where she graduated Cum Laude and received her Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies. From there she went on to study Business Administration at Warner Southern College in Lake Wales, Florida also graduating Cum Laude, and then obtained her Juris Doctorate and Masters degrees from Stetson University College of Law in St. Petersburg. She has been a member of the Florida Bar since 2001.
Practice Areas and Employment
Ms. Clause is currently practicing civil litigation and family law and has cases in Brevard, Seminole and Orange counties. Prior to living in Brevard County, Beth practiced in the field of family law and civil litigation in the Sarasota, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, the Florida Keys and Orlando and has 22 years of experience in civil and commercial litigation in both the State Federal Courts. She spent 8 years as a Certified Circuit Civil Mediator and had 4 years as a Certified Family Law Mediator.
Beth's legal experience started over 25 years ago when as a paralegal/legal assistant, Beth handled personal injury and foreclosure cases for over 7 years. Then became in-house counsel for Life Investment Funding Enterprises, Inc., where she managed the employment of outside counsel, pursued legal claims for in-house companies and reviewed and advised on regulatory and legal compliance issues. Shortly thereafter she opened her own private practice firm in 2003, where she handled mostly commercial litigation, securities, real estate and construction cases. She handled mediations and arbitrations as well as litigation in both State and Federal Courts and was even featured on the cover of Gulf Coast Business Review in 2004. The article commended her on demonstrating integrity in a securities fraud investigation and federal case working closely with the SEC.
Prior to becoming an attorney, she worked as a law clerk at Ronald David & Associates in Boca Raton, Florida and Bowman, George, Scheb, Toale & Robinson in Sarasota, Florida; performing research and drafting briefs, legal memoranda and supporting documents in commercial litigation and personal injury cases.
Associations and Affiliations
Ms. Clause professional associations include:
- The Florida Bar Association since 2001
- U.S. Middle District Court of Florida since 2001
- Certified Circuit Civil Mediator from 2010 through 2017
- American Arbitration Association Certification in Mortgage Foreclosure in 2010
- Dale Carnegie Leadership Training 2010
- Certified Family Law Mediator from 2013 to 2017
- Brevard County Bar Association 2018
- Brevard County Association of Women Lawyers 2019
- Vasser B. Carlton American Inn of Court 2019
- Dale Carnegie Leadership Training 2009
- Association of Women Lawyers (Sarasota) 2002-2009
- Sarasota Bar Association (2002-2009)
Personal
Born in Dunedin, Florida Beth is a native Floridian and is naturally at home on the water, enjoying scuba diving and other outdoor adventures. She is an animal lover taking great pleasure in her own dogs, and she gets great satisfaction in working out.
Business and Family Law Attorney Beth Clause A/K/A "Weezie" started her legal career as a paralegal in 1990 and has been a business and family attorney since 2001 representing clients in litigation as well as contracts, real estate matters, divorce and setting up new businesses for success. Beth has handled over 200 breach of contract and fraud cases and prides herself on achieving her clients' goals. Beth is a Florida native with a down-to-earth, laid-back, Florida attitude but takes her role as an advocate very seriously.
Recommendations
- Beth assisted me with the premarital agreement process and made it simple from start to finish. I reached out to several offices initially, and Beth was the first to respond and to address my needs. She was honest, communicated efficiently, and followed through on all steps. The process could not...
- Christopher Review left by Christopher ****** October 30, 2023 This review should have been written several months ago, when my divorce was finalized, yet being that it has been nearly half a year and I am still feeling deep gratitude for the work that Beth did on my behalf ...
- December 19, 2023 I just want to show my full gratitude for Beth Clause. She went above and beyond for me through the toughest time in my life. She assured me that everything was going to be okay. Satisfied with my result. Thank you again
- The home insurance company I had, refused too pay for my leaking roof and other damages, after the hurricane 2018. Ms. Clause fought our battle, she managed to get back some money from the insurance company ....to help with the repairs needed. My family were all pleased with her ability to recove...
- Posted by RonMay 23, 2019 My case wasn't really a case of "win or lose", more of a "where's the middle?'...Beth not only found that middle ground but got the "wins" that were really the important things. She helped guide me to the reasonable solutions with ultimately the best out...
- Posted by TaraMay 10, 2019 I contacted Beth after another attorney basically told me there was nothing he could do to help me. When I sat down with Beth, she told me she could absolutely help me and she was right. During a scary time, she helped me navigate through my nasty d...
- Posted by Corrie May 3, 2019 I'm glad I found Beth to be our lawyer. She communicates well, actually spends time to do research on the case to make sure she gets the best results for us. She gets the job done ! Highly recommended.
- Posted by Vincent Scott Turner I Have Been To Court Three Times With Beth And Her Being A Expert In Her Field Won Every Time. I Am 53-Year-Old Disabled Veteran And Depend On My Lawyer More Than Others. I Have Over The Past Two Years Built A Unbreakable Trust With This At...
- Posted by Arielle Beth was very professional from start to end. She always kept us in the loop as to what was going on with our case. We didn't have to do anything besides provide the initial information. Beth was very organized, calm, cool and collected. She explained all of...
- Posted by ÓscarOctober 25, 2019 I started looking for an attorney in the area that could with writing a prenup and Beth really did a great job. She really helped us understand everything and was really responsive and helpful in every step of the way. I would definitely go back.
- 5.0 stars Posted by Sarah My fiancé and I have been with Beth Clause since 2017. Beth has gone above and beyond and has supported us and problem solved so many matters over this process. I would recommend Beth highly!!! There is no one better out there.
- 5.0 stars Posted by HenryNovember 11, 2017 Beth has been an awesome attorney. She is very understanding and sympathetic at the same time very fair. I wouldn't work with anyone else. Her professionalism and Knowledge is A1 . Thank so much for working with me.
- 5.0 stars Posted by AndyAugust 24, 2016 I am very glad I chose Beth Clause to represent me. I dreaded having to find a divorce attorney almost as much as the divorce itself. Of the attorneys I had consultations with, Beth stood out right away as a no-nonsense, trustw...
- Awesome attorney, speaking from experience. If you want a "firecracker" attorney, give her a call. She represented us along with several other motorcycle "lovers" who were merely observing, and knocked the socks off of the prosecuting attorney's case. After winning that case, many others wanted h...
- I hired Beth to deal with a non-compliant ex years after a divorce settlement was not at all settled. Beth was amazing. She was very professional and kept me in check even when I was completely frazzled and ready to give up. She communicated with me every step of the way. The case was settled fas...
- I would like to thank Beth for her Professional Leadership and guidance with my divorce. She protected my best interest and got it completed a short amount of time. Beth was recommended to me by a very good friend that also used her with his issues. I must say she was Awesome and I wo...
- Beth was absolutely amazing, caring, supportive and professional during my divorce proceedings! She kept me abreast of what was happening, answered my questions and always had my best interests at heart. No one wants to go through a divorce but having Beth by my side made the process much less st...
- Beth has been wonderful through out the whole stressful process of divorce. For a case that became much harder than expected, Beth helped me through the various aspects, leading up to a successful mediation. When the other lawyers failed to carry through on their agreements, Beth has just handled...
- 5.0 stars Posted by Bobby June 6, 2022 BETH was a lot of help through my whole dIvorce.She helped me under stand all the state rules and helped with my needs and the kids needs as well. Beth was always very quick to respond and always answered all my questions. I request if anyone...
- 5.0 stars Posted by MarkJanuary 6, 2022 Thank you Beth for representing me so skillfully. Beth was my second attorney in a long and difficult divorce. Beth listened attentively to my concerns, her style which was fairly hands off worked well for me and my bank balance. My previou...
- Beth was the most amazing attorney who took my case for adoption. She worked so hard and had the adoption done in a timely manner. I appreciate everything and would highly recommend her to anyone. She is very polite and always answered my questions quickly. She completed our family. Jessica a...