Atty. D. Michael Lins
Editor-in-Chief, Florida State University Law Review, Vol. 11:2-4. Born and raised in Tampa, Florida.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 42+ Years Experience
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About D. Michael Lins at a Glance
D. Michael Lins is a Founding Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Lins Law Group, P.A.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, probate, and wrongful death. Admitted to practice in Florida (1984) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1985). Educated at Florida State University College of Law (J.D., 1984) and Davidson College (B.A. Florida, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers) National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys (AFELA, Hillsborough County Bar Association The Florida Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Florida Justice Association. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About D. Michael Lins
- Editor-in-Chief, Florida State University Law Review, Vol. 11:2-4
- Born and raised in Tampa, Florida
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D. Michael Lins's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases D. Michael Lins handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Wills in Tampa
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Contracts in Tampa
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Trusts in Tampa
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Probate in Tampa
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Wrongful Death 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 D. Michael Lins
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 D. Michael Lins's practice in the field of wills, contracts, trusts, probate, and wrongful death.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
D. Michael Lins brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, D. Michael Lins can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, contracts, and trusts, D. Michael Lins 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 D. Michael Lins 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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