Of Counsel, TK LAW

Joanna M. Foard

Top 40 under 40 Trial Lawyers award
Orlando Men and Women 2025 Of the Year Award
10.0 Avvo Superb Lawyer Rating
Orlando Top Lawyers 2012 - 2025
Best Lawyers in America Award
Florida Legal Elite Award
Best Lawyers 2026 Award
Orlando Sentinel Best Bets Lawyer Award

Of Counsel

Joanna M. Foard

Joanna M. Foard is a seasoned family law attorney and advocate who has dedicated her legal career to helping individuals and families navigate some of the most personal and challenging moments of their lives. As co-counsel with TK Law, Joanna is known for combining extensive legal experience with compassion, steadiness, and a deep commitment to serving her community.

Having previously worked with Joanna and against her, it is evidence that Joanna approaches family law with a clear understanding that these cases are not only legal matters, but deeply emotional and financially significant life events. Joanna is sensitive to the stress, uncertainty, and vulnerability that her clients experience, and she takes pride in being a reliable and compassionate advocate who listens carefully, communicates clearly, and treats each client with dignity and respect. Her work is driven by a sincere desire to help people move forward with confidence and stability.

With extensive experience in both contested and uncontested family law matters, Joanna is highly skilled in all phases of a case, from initial filing and strategy development, through discovery, negotiation, and trial. Joanna brings thoughtful preparation, sound judgment, and a calm presence to every case, ensuring that her clients feel supported and informed at every stage of the process. Joanna is deeply invested in each matter she handles and is known for giving every client her full attention and care, regardless of the size or complexity of the case.

Joanna’s dedication to excellence and service has been widely recognized. She has been selected as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers each year from 2020 through 2026 and has received the Avvo Clients Choice Award from 2017 through 2025 and she has a perfect 10.0 ration with over 219 reviews. 

In 2018, Joanna earned an AV Preeminent Attorney Peer Rating from Martindale Hubbell, reflecting the highest level of professional excellence and ethical standards. She has also been named an Awesome Attorney in Family Law by Orlando Family Magazine, a Legal Elite honoree by Florida Trend Magazine, and was proudly featured as one of the Orlando Women of the Year by Orlando Magazine. Joanna was previously a board member of the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida and served on the advisory board of the Orange County Teen Court.

Beyond accolades, Joanna finds the greatest fulfillment in giving back to her community and using her skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. She believes that strong advocacy is rooted in empathy, integrity, and service, and she carries those values into every client relationship.

Joanna is admitted to practice law in Florida, Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia.

Attorney Joanna M. Foard

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Jo V.
2026
What an amazing firm! Ray Traendly is more than just an attorney. He takes a personal interest in his clients. He cares about the person as much as the case and is always available to discuss any issue or concern you may have. He is a straight shooter who won't sugar coat anything but will do whatever he can to get you the best result you can hope for. I can recommend TK Law with the greatest of confidence. A firm and a friend for life!
Diance C
2025
I had the pleasure of hiring Ms.Gastell for my divorce. I was kept informed at all times of any information relating to my case. Ms. Gastell worked deligently and was always ready to listen and help with any my concerns during a very difficult time in my life. I highly recommend TK Law PA.
Diance C
2025
I had the pleasure of hiring Ms.Gastell for my divorce. I was kept informed at all times of any information relating to my case. Ms. Gastell worked deligently and was always ready to listen and help with any my concerns during a very difficult time in my life. I highly recommend TK Law PA.
Benjamin C.
2024
TK Law is highly recommended for anyone seeking legal representation. They combine exceptional legal expertise with a client-centered approach, ensuring you receive the best possible outcome. Throughout my case, Attorney Gastell and Paralegal Kayla consistently demonstrated unparalleled expertise. They were patient, persistent and dedicated to protecting my interests to ensure a positive outcome. #onefirmforlife
Carmen D.
2024
I give this law firm a 5 star. Ray and Janelise helped us with our probate issue and made the process a lot easier for us to finalized all of it. We're very thankful to this law office and recommend them for any legal issues.Thank you Janelisse and Ray and the entire office .
Chris O.
2023
This was first experience hiring a law firm and I am very happy that I hired TK Law. My attorney Janelise and Paralegal Kayla were kind, knowledgeable and made the process easy. They were quick to respond when I needed revisions to my document and the final outcome was perfect. If I ever need legal help in the future, I will not hesitate to contact TK Law again.

*Top-rating from clients and award publications such as Orlando Weekly, US News & more.​

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