Atty. Chris M. Kavouklis

Atty. Chris M. Kavouklis

Chris Kavouklis is a Florida board certified civil trial attorney and has earned an AV-Pre-Eminent rating from his peers for the highest level of professional excellence. Chris received his Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University in 1987 and later received his Juris Doctorate from Stetson University College of Law in St.

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About Chris M. Kavouklis at a glance

Chris M. Kavouklis is a Member based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Brennan, Holden & Kavouklis, P.A.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, securities, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1999). Educated at Florida State University (B.S., 1987) and Stetson University College of Law J.D. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hillsborough County Bar Association. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Chris Kavouklis is a Florida board certified civil trial attorney and has earned an AV-Pre-Eminent rating from his peers for the highest level of professional excellence
  • Chris received his Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University in 1987 and later received his Juris Doctorate from Stetson University College of Law in St. Petersburg, Fla
  • Prior to the full-time practice of law, Chris co-founded and operated a Florida Licensed Dental HMO, providing dental benefits to over 100,000 Floridians throughout the state
  • Chris has handled cases ranging from complex commercial litigation involving multi-million dollar claims, including a recent case in excess of $15 million, and catastrophic personal injury cases
  • Chris has obtained multiple multi-million dollar verdicts in both auto and various other types of personal injury cases
  • Chris is admitted to practice law in the state of Florida and the United States District Court, Middle District of Florida
  • Chris has served as an elected member of the Board of Directors of the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers and the Florida Justice Association
  • In 2006, Chris received AFTL's Silver Eagle Award and Victory-Valor-Vanguard Award
  • In 2007, Chris received the Florida Justice Association's Golden Eagle award
  • Chris has received two four-year appointments by the Governor's office to serve as a Board Member of the Hillsborough County's Civil Service Board and was elected to serve as the Board's Chairman
  • Chris is also a member of the Trial Lawyer's section of the Hillsborough County Bar, the Florida Bar and handles civil litigation matters
  • Although his practice areas include personal injury, wrongful death, legal malpractice, medical malpractice, nursing home neglect and administrative law, Chris handles a substantial amount of litigation related to premises liability and breach of security

Practice Areas Explained

Chris M. Kavouklis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Chris M. Kavouklis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

Chris M. Kavouklis is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Chris M. Kavouklis is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Securities Law

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Chris M. Kavouklis is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Florida →

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 Chris M. Kavouklis

Where is Chris M. Kavouklis's law office located?
Chris M. Kavouklis's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Brennan, Holden & Kavouklis, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chris M. Kavouklis handle?
Chris M. Kavouklis focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, securities, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Chris M. Kavouklis practiced law?
Chris M. Kavouklis has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Chris M. Kavouklis go to law school?
Chris M. Kavouklis earned their education at (B.S., 1987); (—).
How can I contact Chris M. Kavouklis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Chris M. Kavouklis received?
Chris M. Kavouklis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.S.
Florida State University
- 1987
Stetson University College of Law J.D.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1999

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