Atty. Charles W. Gerdes

Atty. Charles W. Gerdes

Member, Moot Court Team. Articles Editor, Law Review, 1998-1999.

St. Petersburg St. Petersburg 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles W. Gerdes at a glance

Charles W. Gerdes is a Member based in St. Petersburg, Florida, practicing at Keane Reese Gerdes, P.A.. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida (2000), U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida (2003), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (2003). Educated at St. Thomas University School of Law (J.D., 1999) and Florida State University (B.S. Marketing, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of St and Petersburg/Clearwater and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar. Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Member, Moot Court Team
  • Articles Editor, Law Review, 1998-1999

Author

  • "Juvenile Curfew Challenges in Federal Courts, St. Thomas Law Review, 395
  • Past Employment, E-Systems, Inc. and Raytheon, Inc., 1978-1997
  • Experienced in Program Management and Defense Acquisitions Regulations (FAR/DFAR)

Practice Areas Explained

Charles W. Gerdes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles W. Gerdes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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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 St. Petersburg 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 Charles W. Gerdes

Where is Charles W. Gerdes's law office located?
Charles W. Gerdes's law practice is located in St. Petersburg, Florida. The firm is Keane Reese Gerdes, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles W. Gerdes handle?
Charles W. Gerdes focuses on business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Charles W. Gerdes practiced law?
Charles W. Gerdes has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Charles W. Gerdes go to law school?
Charles W. Gerdes earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S. Marketing, 1978).
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What awards or recognition has Charles W. Gerdes received?
Charles W. Gerdes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. Thomas University School of Law
- 1999
B.S. Marketing
Florida State University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 2003
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 2003

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