Atty. B. Kay Klein

Atty. B. Kay Klein

B. Kay Klein is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal trial law, appellate practice.

Tampa Tampa 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About B. Kay Klein at a glance

B. Kay Klein is an Of Counsel based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at The Law Offices of John M. Fitzgibbons. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1989), Georgia (1990), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh and Fourth Circuits and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Flor (1990), and U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District (1992). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and University of South Florida (B.A., 1986). Active member of Federal and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • B. Kay Klein is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal trial law, appellate practice
  • B. received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • B. practices at The Law Offices of John M. Fitzgibbons in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

B. Kay Klein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases B. Kay Klein handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about B. Kay Klein

Where is B. Kay Klein's law office located?
B. Kay Klein's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is The Law Offices of John M. Fitzgibbons. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does B. Kay Klein handle?
B. Kay Klein focuses on criminal defense, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has B. Kay Klein practiced law?
B. Kay Klein has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did B. Kay Klein go to law school?
B. Kay Klein earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact B. Kay Klein for a consultation?
You can contact B. Kay Klein directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Emory University School of Law
- 1989
B.A.
University of South Florida
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1989
Georgia
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh and Fourth Circuits and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Flor
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District
Admitted: 1992

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