Fax: 727-896-1700
856 2nd Avenue North
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
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Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday - 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Our law firm is dedicated to assisting our clients and striving to understand their needs.
You should understand your insurance coverage - full coverage does not necessarily mean adequate limits.
It is important to know what your insurance limits are when you purchase your auto insurance.
You also need to understand uninsured/underinsured coverage and how this protects you from a negligent driver with inadequate coverage.
If you have been injured in a car or truck accident, you may need the help of an experienced lawyer to recover damages.
Personal Injury cases are handled on a contingency basis.
There is no cost to you until or unless a settlement is received.
We offer a free initial consultation either by telephone or live in person. Call us today.
The Law Office of James R. Kennedy, Jr. Services
Family Law
Probate
Personal Injury
Estate Planning -
Every individual should have advanced directives and an Estate Plan - an Estate Plan personalized for you that you actually understand.
If you have not prepared, updated and/or revised your Will, this would be a good time to do so.
Advanced directives include the following:
• Living Will
• Medical Surrogate
• Power of Attorney
• Pre-Need Guardian
Be sure that you have addressed and understand the designation of beneficiaries on life insurance, 401(k), IRA and other retirement benefits.
Trusts - My expectation is that you will understand the differences between a Last Will and Testament and a Irrevocable Trust and how these differences personally affect you.
Guardianship - Did you know that effective July 1st, 2006, Florida Statutes §744.301 (E) was amended to require a court appointed Guardian when the aggregate of a settlement to a minor child exceeds $15,000.00?
Do you need assistance in establishing an estate on behalf of a loved one? My practice of law, for the past 24 years, has included Probate, Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning, along with Family Law.
If I can be of assistance in matters that involve probate or guardianship issues, please contact me.
Divorce -
Divorce is difficult for all parties involved. My office stresses a business approach to divorce, understanding the relevant facts to get a reasonable expectation of an outcome, to save you time and money.
Divorces are a life-changing event. Having an attorney on your side that has experience, compassion and understanding is important when selecting a family law attorney.
With our office you will get personal attention so that you will understand the law and how it applies to you and your situation.
Parenting Plan - The new statues have changed custody as it once was. It is now Time Sharing with a Parenting Plan instead of custody with a primary parent and visitation.
I will give you a reasonable expectation of your individual matter, helping you understand the guidelines set by the court and how these affect you.
Mediation - Mediation is a solution that makes sense for more and more families. Using a mediator eases tensions, saves time and money and often times aids in healing emotional wounds by resolving divorce concerns quickly.
If you need assistance with issues such as divorce, mediation, separation, child custody and support, contact us. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.
Law Office of James R. "Jim" Kennedy, Jr.
727-821-6888
