Natalya brings over 16 years of legal experience, including 3 years of service to the 12th Judicial Circuit as General Magistrate, where she presided over family law, civil and mental health court cases.

Over her career as an attorney, Natalya has represented clients in civil litigation, contracts, business law, immigration, family law, and has represented the State of Florida in criminal court.

Having worked in private practice and within the Court system, Natayla understands the difficulties and pressures faced by practitioners and clients on both sides.

Natayla has the experience, skill, and temperament to listen, be impartial, make hard decisions, but most importantly, follow the law impartially.

Meet NATALYA

Education & Community Involvement

BBA, MBA, and JD from Stetson University
Completed Judicial College
Advanced Judicial College as General Magistrate
Member of the Florida Bar and U.S. Supreme Court Bar
Board of Directors for The Florida Center for Early Childhood.

Volunteer Judge for Teen Court of Sarasota County
Former pro bono attorney for Child Protection Center.
Slated presenter for 2026 Florida Circuit Judge’s Conference, Family Law track
Past President and current board member and judicial liaison of Family Court Professionals Coalition.

Judicial Philosophy

Natalya approaches the law with a clear and consistent philosophy: judges must apply the law as written fairly, impartially, and without bias.

Her work on the bench reflects a commitment to:
•    Textual fidelity; interpreting statutes based on their plain meaning
•    Equal access to justice; ensuring every litigant is heard and treated with respect
•    Judicial restraint; deciding cases based on law, not personal preference
•    Clarity in decision-making; explaining rulings so parties understand the outcome

Her experience has reinforced the importance of balancing compassion with adherence to legal standards, particularly in emotionally charged family law cases.

Family Life