Caroline A. Valentin
Founding Attorney
Caroline Valentin is a seasoned government attorney and founder of C. Valentin Law, with over a decade of experience representing Florida local governments, political subdivisions, and constitutional officers.
Prior to transitioning full time with her firm, Caroline served as General Counsel to Indian River State College and General Counsel to the Fort Pierce Utilities Authority, where she provided comprehensive legal oversight, advised governing boards and executive leadership on regulatory compliance, contract negotiations, legislative matters, real estate matters, risk management, and intergovernmental relations.
She also served as Assistant County Attorney for St. Lucie County, Deputy City Attorney for Port St. Lucie, and Assistant City Attorney for Fort Pierce, advising elected and appointed officials, administration, and departmental staff on a wide range of local government legal issues, including open meetings and public records, ethics, procurement, labor and employment, emergency operations, real estate, land use, utilities, legislative affairs, airport and port operations, and economic development.
Notably, in her role as Assistant County Attorney Caroline also served as the primary attorney for the St. Lucie County Clerk of Court, assisting with contract review, policy drafting, public and court records, bond forfeitures and remissions, review of tax deed surplus claims, recording matters, employment issues, and litigation. She also served as the primary attorney for the Supervisor of Elections and County Canvassing Board advising on legal matters relating to elections, public inspection of election materials, contracts, and public records, and successfully defended the Canvassing Board in litigation.
At C. Valentin Law, Caroline provides outside general counsel services to governmental entities and small businesses, with a special focus on assisting Florida Clerks of Court with tax deed surplus claims, ensuring compliance with Florida statutes, case law, and best practices. Her practice also includes transactional family-based immigration matters, such as K-1 fiancé(e) visas, adjustment of status, removal of conditions, naturalizations, and B-1/B-2 visitor visas.
Caroline is known for her practical approach, meticulous legal analysis, strong advocacy skills, and commitment to public service.
Education
University of Southern California, Juris Doctor, 2010
University of Texas at Dallas, Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude, 2007
Licenses/memberships
State Bar of Florida (2016)
State Bar of California (2010; voluntarily inactive)
The Federalist Society, Treasure Coast Lawyers Chapter
chymbee A. keith
Operations Director
Chymbee Keith is an experienced legal and administrative professional with a strong background in public service, higher education, and immigration consulting. She served for nearly nine years as a Judge’s Assistant with the Florida Office of the Judges of Compensation Claims, where she provided direct judicial support, managed court calendars, coordinated hearings, and handled confidential legal matters with precision and discretion.
She later worked as a Legal Assistant for several local government agencies, including St. Lucie County, Fort Pierce Utilities Authority, and Indian River State College. In these roles, she supported attorneys and executive staff, prepared legal and administrative documents, assisted with compliance and regulatory matters, and contributed to the effective operation of government services.
In addition to her government and academic experience, she has worked as an immigration consultant since 2011. In this role, she has assisted individuals and families with immigration-related documentation and procedural requirements, providing knowledgeable and detail-oriented support throughout the process.
Her career reflects a long-standing commitment to professionalism, public service, and client-focused support across judicial, governmental, educational, and immigration-related environments.