About Astrid de

Astrid de Parry practices business law in DeLand, Florida. She is the managing partner at ASTRID DE PARRY, P.A. and has been in this role since 1993. The firm specializes in various areas, including estate planning, probate, real estate law, elder law, and environmental law. With a career spanning over four decades, she has established herself as a prominent figure in the legal community. She earned her J.D.

from Cornell Law School in 1974, following a B.A. from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor in 1970. Her legal journey began as an associate lawyer in 1986, and she quickly advanced to positions such as general counsel and project coordinator in 1987. Before her current role, she served as general counsel starting in 1980 and as assistant university counsel in 1977. This experience gave her a understanding of both business and legal intricacies. Most of her practice focuses on business law, where she assists clients with corporate governance, compliance, and transactional matters.

Additionally, she provides counsel on estate planning and probate issues, helping families navigate complex legal fields. Her work in real estate law includes transactions, disputes, and regulatory compliance, while her expertise in elder law ensures that the rights of senior clients are protected. Before establishing her firm, she worked as a city lawyer in 1989, where she gained valuable insights into municipal law. Her role as general counsel has also involved significant project coordination — This lets the attorney manage complex legal projects effectively. Astrid is a certified circuit civil mediator and appellate mediator, which enhances her ability to resolve disputes amicably. Active in her community, she serves on the Board of Directors for the Volusia County Association for Responsible Development.

She has held leadership positions in various organizations, including past president of the Museum of Florida Art and the Lake Winnemissett Civic Association. Her memberships extend to several bar associations, including the Alaska Bar Association, New York Bar Association, and Florida Municipal Lawyers Association. Astrid's commitment to her profession and community is evident in her extensive involvement in various organizations. She continues to be a vital resource for clients and colleagues alike, ensuring that her practice remains at the forefront of legal developments in Florida and beyond.

Education

Cornell Law School

J.D. | Law

1974

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

B.A. | Honors College

1970

Languages

French (Spoken) German (Spoken)

Experience

Managing Partner

Astrid de Parry, P.A.
1993

City Lawyer

City of DeLand
1989

General Counsel and Project Coordinator

Park Equus, Inc.
1987

Associate Lawyer

Boroughs, Grimm, Bennett & Griffin, P.A.
1986

General Counsel

University of Alaska
1980

Assistant University Counsel

Cornell University
1977

Accepted Jurisdictions

Alaska
New York
Florida

Court Admissions

Florida Supreme Court State Supreme Court
Alaska Supreme Court State Supreme Court
New York Court of Appeals State Supreme Court

Types of Cases Handled

Business Law Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Law Elder Law Environmental Law

Certifications & Awards

Certified Circuit Civil Mediator

Florida Supreme Court

Certified Appellate Mediator

Florida Supreme Court

Professional Associations

Volusia County Association for Responsible Development (VCARD)

BOD member Current

LawyersTitle Insurance Fund

has membership Current

Museum of Florida Art

Past president, BOD member Current

Hospice of Volusia-Flagler

BOD has membership Current

Rotary International

has membership, past member Board of Directors 1991 - Current

Lake Winnemissett Civic Association

Past president, BOD member 1991 - Current

Alaska Bar Association

has membership 1981 - Current

New York Bar Association

has membership 1978 - Current

Florida Municipal Lawyers Association

has membership 1989 - 1992

has membership National Association of College and University Lawyers

has membership 1977 - 1985

Office Locations

Main Office

 107 East Church Street DeLand FL 32724