Live Oak Attorneys
You Can Count On.
Facing a legal problem is overwhelming enough without wondering if anyone’s truly on your side. At The Brinson Law Firm, you get a local team that knows the courts, knows the community, and won’t let your case become just another file.

ABOUT US
At The Brinson Law Firm, PLLC, we are more than attorneys we are your neighbors. We live here, we worship here, and we are deeply invested in the wellbeing of Live Oak and the broader Suwannee County community.
With over 30 years of combined legal experience, our team brings focused, personalized attention to every case. Whether you are facing a criminal charge, navigating a difficult family matter, or seeking justice after an accident, we are here to guide you every step of the way.
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how we work
A Firm Rooted in This Community.
For over 20 years, The Brinson Law Firm, PLLC has stood beside the people of Live Oak and Suwannee County, not as outsiders, but as neighbors who understand what’s at stake. Here’s how we work with every client who walks through our door.
Consultation
Every case starts with a confidential conversation. Tell us what you are facing, we will listen.
Active Advocacy
From negotiations to the courtroom, we fight aggressively for your rights and your future.
Case Strategy
We review the facts, research the law, and build a strategy tailored specifically to your situation.
Resolution
Our goal is always the best possible outcome, whether that’s a dismissal, settlement, or verdict in your favor.
ABOUT US
Our Practice Areas
The Brinson Law Firm, PLLC handles cases across Live Oak, Lake City, and Suwannee and Columbia counties with focused, experienced representation.
Criminal Defense
Facing a criminal charge in Florida is serious. We defend clients from all cases, from DUI all the way to homicide
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Family Law
Divorce, child custody, child support, and modifications, we handle family law matters with the sensitivity they deserve and the tenacity your family needs.
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Probate and Estate Planning
If you're planning for your family's future or settling a loved one's estate, we guide you through the process with clarity and care.
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our team
Meet Our Team Of Legal Experts.
Your case deserves personal attention from an attorney who knows you, your community, and your courts. Our team brings local knowledge and legal expertise together for you.

T.J. Brinson
Criminal Defense Attorney
Handles DUI, drug charges, and serious felonies, including murder, bringing a prosecutor’s insight to every defense. With 30+ trials and over 1,000 cases since 2017, he knows exactly how the State builds its case, and how to take it apart.
A Live Oak native and U.S. Army veteran, he fights for every client’s fair outcome, because people are more than their worst day.
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Amanda Radloff
Trial Attorney
Handles everything from misdemeanors to serious felonies, having served as lead counsel in 30+ jury trials as a prosecutor including attempted first-degree murder and home invasion robbery cases.
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Elizabeth Brinson
Family Law Attorney
A National Champion trial advocate and former Public Defender, Brinson counsels families to every family law case. An advocate of pro bono service and deep local commitment.
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Taylor Hinson
Case Manager & Paralegal
Guides families through adoption with legal expertise and lived experience, supporting birth mothers through the full process.
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Laura Phinney
Case Manager
Guides birth mothers and adoptive families through the adoption process with compassion rooted in personal experience, a mother of six, including two adopted children.
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Shasmin Montague
Paralegal
Manages case prep, filings, and client communication with precision and care. Currently completing her path to law school.
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TESTIMONIALS
What Our Clients Say

Answer for your questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about your legal situation? Here are answers to some of the most common ones we hear.