Atty. Amanda Bennett Buffinton
Ms. Amanda Bennett Buffinton is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, civil litigation, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 24+ Years Experience
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About Amanda Bennett Buffinton at a Glance
Amanda Bennett Buffinton is an Attorney based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Shutts & Bowen LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, and construction. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Middle District of Flori (2002). Educated at Stetson University College of Law (J.D., 2002) and Bellarmine College (B.A. Economics, 1999). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association (Member: Commission on Women in the Legal Profession Forum on Construction Law) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Florida Association for Women Lawyers. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Amanda Bennett Buffinton
- Ms. Amanda Bennett Buffinton is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, civil litigation, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law
- Amanda received a B.A. degree from Bellarmine College in 1999, and has been licensed for 24 years
- Amanda practices at Shutts & Bowen LLP in Tampa, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Amanda Bennett Buffinton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Amanda Bennett Buffinton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Trusts in Tampa
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Probate in Tampa
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Business & Corporate Law in Tampa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Tampa
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Construction Law in Tampa
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tampa Choose Amanda Bennett Buffinton
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Amanda Bennett Buffinton's practice in the field of trusts, probate, business, real estate, and construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Amanda Bennett Buffinton brings 24+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and business, Amanda Bennett Buffinton can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Amanda Bennett Buffinton attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Amanda Bennett Buffinton Handles in Tampa
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