Gale H. Moore

Gale H. Moore, ADR Attorney in Largo, Florida

Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Alimony, and Child Custody · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

Practicing adr in Largo since 1993.

33+
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2 client reviews
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Gale H. Moore is an attorney based in Largo, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Child Custody. Gale has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Gale H. Moore, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Based in
Largo, FL
Experience
over 33 years
Known for
ADR · Alimony · Child Custody
  • Handles ADR, Alimony, and Child Custody matters from Largo, FL.
  • Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Gale H. Moore: Gale H. Moore is an attorney based in Largo, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Child Custody. Gale has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Gale H. Moore, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Gale's practice areas in Largo

Gale concentrates on adr, alimony, child custody, child support, and divorce. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gale handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Largo, Florida

Gale takes adr matters in Largo, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gale agrees to represent you.

Alimony cases in Largo, Florida

Gale takes alimony matters in Largo, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gale agrees to represent you.

Child Custody cases in Largo, Florida

Gale takes child custody matters in Largo, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gale agrees to represent you.

Child Support cases in Largo, Florida

Gale takes child support matters in Largo, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gale agrees to represent you.

Divorce cases in Largo, Florida

Gale takes divorce matters in Largo, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Gale agrees to represent you.

Biography

Gale H. Moore, adr attorney serving Largo

Gale H. Moore is an attorney based in Largo, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Child Custody. Gale has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Gale H. Moore, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews. Gale works from Largo, Florida and takes on adr matters across the region.

Ms. Moore graduated from St. Mary's Episcopal High School in Raleigh, North Carolina in 1987. She attained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1990.

Ms. Moore moved to Florida to attend Stetson University Law School. While studying law, she was a member of Phi Alpha Delta, a teaching assistant in the family law program of Gulf-Coast Legal Services, Inc., and a research assistant on issues relating to federal civil rights. She received her law degree and the Paul Barnard Award for Clinical Excellence in 1993.

Upon attaining her law degree, Ms. Moore became an Assistant Public Defender in Pinellas County where she tried numerous jury and bench trials representing defendants charged with traffic violations, misdemeanors, felonies, juvenile delinquency cases and those involuntarily committed under the Baker Act.

In 1998, Ms. Moore began private practice which has developed into a focus on family and estate law matters. She has completed volunteer training with the Center against Spouse Abuse and has earned the Clearwater Bar Foundation Award for Pro Bono Legal Assistance. Ms. Moore is currently a member of the American Bar Association, the Clearwater Bar Association, the Tampa Bay Collaborative Law Group, and the Canakaris (Family law) Inns of Court. Additionally she has received admittance to the Florida Courts, the United States District Court, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and the United States Supreme Court.

Ms. Moore is an active member of the Florida Bar serving on the following committees and sub-committees:

Continuing Legal Education Committee

Family Law Section's Rules & Forms Committee

Family Law Section's Support Issues Committee

Family Law Section's Split Parenting Sub-Committee

Family Law Section's Equitable Distribution Committee

Family Law Section's Marital Appreciation of Non-Marital Property Sub-Committee

Family Law Section's Transmutation by Co-Mingling Sub-Committee

Ms. Moore is currently on the Board of Directors for our local bar association, the Clearwater Bar, as well as a member of the Pinellas County's Canakaris Inns of Court.

Ms. Moore has spent over a decade practicing law in Pinellas County and building relationships within the community.

Certified Legal Specialties

Family Law Mediation, Florida Supreme Court, 2009

Classes/Seminars

Justice Teaching Participant, Starkey Elementary, 2007 - Present

Honors and Awards

Clearwater Bar Foundation Award for Excellence in Pro Bono, 1999

Clearwater Bar Foundation Award for Excellence in Pro Bono, 2006

Starkey Elementary Business Partner of the Year, 2007

Professional Associations and Memberships

Clearwater Bar Association, Member

Canakaris (Family law) Inns of Court

Past Employment Positions

Public Defender, Sixth Judicial Circuit, Assistant Public Defender, 1993 - 1998

Pro Bono Activities

Clearwater Bar Foundation - Pro Bono Participant, 1998 - Present

Center Against Spouse Abuse, 1999

Episcopal Relief and Development, Parish Representative

Ancillary Businesses

Certified Family Law Mediator

Fraternities/Sororities

Phi Alpha Delta

Working with Gale on a adr matter

Ms. Moore graduated from St. Mary's Episcopal High School in Raleigh, North Carolina in 1987. She attained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1990. Ms. Moore moved to Florida to attend Stetson University Law School. While studying law, she was a member of Phi Alpha Delta, a teaching assistant in the family law program of Gulf-Coast…

Clients Gale works with

Gale reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, alimony, and child custody matters in Largo and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Gale studied and practices

  • Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida J.D. Teaching Assistant Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida J.D. Family law program of Gulf-Coast Legal Services Stetson

  • University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

    B.A. Political · 1990

Jurisdictions

Gale's state bar admissions

  • U.S. Supreme Court

    1999 · ACTIVE

  • Florida

    1993 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court

    1993 · ACTIVE

Gale studied at — in Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida J.D. Teaching Assistant Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida J.D. Family law program of Gulf-Coast Legal Services Stetson and B.A. Political in University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Law school and academic background

Gale completed — in Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida J.D. Teaching Assistant Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida J.D. Family law program of Gulf-Coast Legal Services Stetson and B.A. Political in University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gale runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Gale's legal honors and published work

Gale has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Locations

Gale H. Moore's office in Largo

Gale's primary office is at Suite 509, 801 West Bay Dr, Largo, FL, 33770. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Law Offices of Gale H. Moore, P.A.

Suite 509, 801 West Bay Dr

Largo, FL 33770

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Gale H. Moore — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Gale. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Largo.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Gale H. Moore — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gale usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Gale charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gale's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Gale will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Largo, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Gale

Gale discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Gale confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Gale's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Gale H. Moore

  • How much does it cost to hire Gale for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gale walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Gale offer a free consultation?

    Gale charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gale's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Gale's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Gale gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Gale take my case if I'm outside Largo?

    Gale is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Gale will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Gale?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Gale will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Gale accepting new adr clients right now?

    Gale's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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