Atty. Christopher John Shields

Atty. Christopher John Shields

Christopher John Shields is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, condominium and homeowners association, condominium and planned development law and 3 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from Canisius College in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Fort Myers Fort Myers 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (239) 955-7177

Profile Summary

About Christopher John Shields at a glance

Christopher John Shields is a Partner based in Fort Myers, Florida, practicing at Pavese Law Firm. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, real estate, commercial re, and hoa. Admitted to practice in New York (1984), Florida (1984), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida and U.S. Tax Court (1984). Educated at Canisius College (B.A., 1979) and State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law JD - Juris Doctor (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Editorial Board, (General Counsel) Gulfshore Business Magazine. Serves clients in Fort Myers, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Christopher John Shields is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, condominium and homeowners association, condominium and planned development law and 3 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Canisius College in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Christopher practices at Pavese Law Firm in Fort Myers, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher John Shields's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher John Shields handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Commercial Real Estate

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HOA & Condominium Law

Christopher John Shields is one of 5,091 hoa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse hoa 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 Fort Myers 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher John Shields

Where is Christopher John Shields's law office located?
Christopher John Shields's law practice is located in Fort Myers, Florida. The firm is Pavese Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher John Shields handle?
Christopher John Shields focuses on trusts, probate, real estate, commercial re, hoa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Christopher John Shields practiced law?
Christopher John Shields has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Christopher John Shields go to law school?
Christopher John Shields earned their education at (B.A., 1979); (—).
How can I contact Christopher John Shields for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher John Shields 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.
What awards or recognition has Christopher John Shields received?
Christopher John Shields's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

B.A.
Canisius College
- 1979
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law JD - Juris Doctor
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1984
Florida
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1984

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