Associate
An associate attorney at Shemkus Family Law, P.A., Deborah J. Rust exclusively practices family law. As a former prosecutor, Deborah knows what it takes to navigate difficult courtroom proceedings. Whether it be inside the courtroom or during negotiations between the parties, Deborah’s knowledge and experience enable her to successfully advocate for clients from beginning to end, helping them achieve the best outcome possible.
Deborah received her B.A. from Pepperdine University and her Juris Doctor from Pepperdine University – Caruso School of Law. Before joining the firm, she gained valuable experience as a prosecutor in Northern California and briefly with the Collier County Clerk of the Court and Comptroller’s office.
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
Bar Admissions
- California (2021) & Florida (2022)
Education
- Pepperdine University – Caruso School of Law, Malibu, California
- J.D. – 2020
- Pepperdine University – Seaver College
- B.A. – 2016
- Honors: Cum Laude
- Major: History, Minor: Economics
Professional Associations & Memberships
- Collier County Bar Association
Past Employment Positions
- Butte County District Attorney’s Office, Post-Bar Law Clerk & Deputy District Attorney, 2020-2021.
- Collier County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller, Documentation Specialist, 2022.
