ELIZABETH BURCHELL, ESQ.
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Bringing over a decade of legal experience with her to law school, Elizabeth Burchell graduated Cum Lade from Western Michigan University, Thomas M. Cooley Law School in January 2016. During her time in law school, Ms. Burchell worked with a team of students to establish the Castor Inn Chapter of the Legal Honor Society, Phi Delta Phi, where she served as Historian in 2013 and President in 2014. Additionally, while continuing to work full time as a paralegal, Ms. Burchell excelled academically and was awarded a Certificate of Merit eight times for receiving the highest grade in class.
As an attorney Ms. Burchell passionately advocates for the best interest of children in high conflict family matters through her representation of children as Guardian ad Litem. Additionally, Ms. Burchell volunteers her time as an Attorney ad Litem where she represents the interests and rights of children who have been abandoned, abused, or neglected.
Ms. Burchell’s vast experience in legal matters focusing on family relationships, complimented by her excellent legal research and writing skills, allows her to streamline the needs of clients during uncertain and stressful times in both the trial and appellate courts. Ms. Burchell offers representation in the areas of Divorce, Family Custody, Paternity, Child Support, Stepparent and Relative Adoptions, and Appeals.
Outside of the office, Ms. Burchell is a co-founder of Chicktime Tampa, a local non-profit organization dedicated to encouraging young women to identify their purpose in society and stopping the cycle of abuse. Ms. Burchell connects monthly with the teenage girls living at Miracles OutReach group home through the use of fun and creative activities hosted by Chicktime Tampa.
CHILDREN’S BOOK AUTHOR
Ms. Burchell’s passion for family law led to her collaboratively authoring a children’s book called, “Actually, I Can!” with the help of my Guardian ad Litem.
It’s available for purchase on Amazon for any child going through the court system.
If Your Judgment Was Recent, You Still Have Options To Appeal
If you were a party to a family law case and are unhappy with the result, it is important to act quickly. Appeals are time-sensitive, and strict deadlines apply. If you believe the trial court made a legal error, waiting too long can affect your ability to seek review.
When you retain an experienced Tampa appellate attorney, the first step is to evaluate the record, identify whether appealable issues exist, and take timely action to preserve your rights. An appeal is not a new trial, but it is an opportunity to ask a higher court to review whether the law was applied correctly and whether the trial court’s decision should stand.
At Busciglio Sheridan & Schoeb, we help clients navigate the appellate process with clarity, precision, and urgency. If you believe the outcome of your case was legally or factually flawed, our office can help you evaluate your options and determine the most effective path forward.
YOUR TAMPA APPELLATE LAWYER
Was the trial fair? Did the judge make a legal error? Was important evidence overlooked or improperly excluded? Were your parental rights, timesharing, or relationship with your child affected by an unjust result?
If you lost your case at trial, you do not necessarily have to accept the outcome without review. Trial courts can make mistakes. Legal standards may be misapplied, relevant evidence may not be properly considered, and procedural errors can affect the outcome of a case.
Elizabeth Burchell, Esq. brings strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills to family law matters in both the trial and appellate courts. Her experience handling complex family issues, combined with her child-focused advocacy, allows her to guide clients through difficult and emotionally charged cases with care and precision.
Appeals in Family Law Matters
Ms. Burchell offers representation in appeals and related family law matters involving:
Divorce
Child custody and timesharing disputes
Paternity
Child support
Stepparent and relative adoptions
Dependency-related matters
Domestic violence-related family law issues
In many family law cases involving children, the appellate process is accelerated. That makes early action especially important.