Board Certified Adoption Attorney | Founder, Jeanne T. Tate P.A.
Jeanne T. Tate is a pioneer in the field of adoption law and one of the most decorated attorneys in Florida adoption legal history. She is an attorney at Tate Healey Webster, the largest law firm in Florida devoted exclusively to adoption and assisted reproductive technology (ART) law. With a career spanning over four decades, Jeanne has helped shape the future of adoption law through her casework, her leadership, and her legislative advocacy—earning her national recognition and the deep respect of the legal community.
Jeanne is board certified in adoption law by The Florida Bar and has devoted her career to representing adoptive families, agencies, and professionals in all aspects of adoption and contested litigation. She has been integrally involved in advancing adoption legislation, mentoring attorneys across the country, and leading reform efforts to streamline and protect the adoption process.
A Fellow of the Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys (AAAA) and a longtime member of the Florida Adoption Council, Jeanne has served as President of FAC and on numerous state committees, including the Florida Supreme Court Judicial Nominating Commission, the Adoption Law Certification Committee, and the University of Florida Law School Board of Trustees. She also served as an adjunct professor at the University of Florida Levin College of Law, where she taught Adoption Law & Procedure for six years.
Throughout her career, Jeanne has been honored with the most prestigious awards in Florida law, including:
- The Tobias Simon Pro Bono Service Award (Florida Supreme Court’s highest honor for pro bono work)
- The Angel in Adoption Award from the U.S. Congress
- The Florida Adoption Council Lifetime Achievement Award
- The Small Business Leader of the Year by the Tampa Chamber of Commerce
- Repeated inclusion in Super Lawyers, Florida’s Legal Elite, Best Lawyers in America, and Top 100 Lawyers in Florida
She has appeared on national television—including CNN, 20/20, and ESPN—to speak on adoption, and her impact has reached beyond courtrooms into state houses, classrooms, and communities.
Jeanne is AV Preeminent rated by Martindale-Hubbell and was featured on the cover of Super Lawyers Magazine for the State of Florida, recognized as one of the Top 10 Attorneys statewide. You can read the article here: https://www.superlawyers.com/articles/florida/family-matters-3/
Jeanne has built a legacy of excellence, integrity, and compassion in the world of family creation. She continues to shape the firm’s vision, mentor the next generation of attorneys, and fiercely advocate for children and families across Florida and beyond.
Barbara knows her stuff. She's very organized. She's thorough. She's responsive. She's personable and enjoyable to work with. She cares deeply about the families she serves. I could go on and on. Every interaction was on point. We couldn't recommend Barbara enough for your adoption.
This law firm is first class. The processed our adoption wonderfully. They communicate so well and make the process easy. We had a contested adoption which was tough but they stayed the course and took care of everything. Wonderful staff and wonderful to work with. Would definitely recommend. We have used other attorneys in other failed adoptions and they were not at the level as Jeanne Tate’s firm.
There is no better adoption attorney than Jeanne Tate! Her knowledge and expertise of adoption law is exceptional, and her compassion and "bedside manner" as you go through your adoption journey is second to none. I would highly recommend Jeanne and her firm!
We are so grateful to our amazing attorney, Rob Webster for all of his hard work, support and guidance throughout our adoption intervention case. Rob is incredibly knowledgeable about adoption law and his experience and professionalism is obvious. We cannot thank Rob and all the staff at Jeanne Tate Law Offices enough for helping us adopt our 3rd child. They are truly an outstanding law firm!
My husband and I were fortunate enough to be connected to the Law Offices of Jeanne Tate. The adoption process can be challenging and intimidating, but the staff, especially Daneille, guided us smoothly from placement to finalization. We deeply appreciate the highly professionally and compassionate services of this law firm and without hesitation highly recommend them.
Even 1 Million stars wouldn't be enough! We will be forever grateful for the offices of Jeanne T. Tate- Ms. Kim Lewis and Mrs. Erica Healey. Thank you for your hard work and absolute dedication to what you all do; we couldn't be happier!
The adoption team you want in your corner!
Erica, Kim, and the whole Tate Law Firm were exceptional in helping us to get through all the ups and downs of our specific family adoption case. There doesn't seem to be a situation that they can't help you through. Even as we face another family adoption, Erica and team are our go-to team!
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