Atty. Donna Kay Knapton

Atty. Donna Kay Knapton

Ms. Donna Kay Knapton is a lawyer practicing business and commercial litigation, securities litigation, enforcement & compliance and 19 other areas of law.

Miami Miami 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Donna Kay Knapton at a glance

Donna Kay Knapton is an Attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Carlton Fields. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on contracts, trademark, criminal defense, business, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Fl (1997) and District of Columbia (1998). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M. Securities, 2000) and University of Florida (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Donna Kay Knapton is a lawyer practicing business and commercial litigation, securities litigation, enforcement & compliance and 19 other areas of law
  • Donna received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1988, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Donna practices at Carlton Fields in Miami, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Donna Kay Knapton's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Trademark Law

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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White Collar Crimes

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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 Miami 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 Donna Kay Knapton

Where is Donna Kay Knapton's law office located?
Donna Kay Knapton's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is Carlton Fields. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donna Kay Knapton handle?
Donna Kay Knapton focuses on contracts, trademark, criminal defense, business, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Donna Kay Knapton practiced law?
Donna Kay Knapton has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Donna Kay Knapton go to law school?
Donna Kay Knapton earned their education at (LL.M. Securities, 2000); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Donna Kay Knapton for a consultation?
You can contact Donna Kay Knapton 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 Donna Kay Knapton received?
Donna Kay Knapton's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

LL.M. Securities
Georgetown University Law Center
- 2000
B.A.
University of Florida
- 1988

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Fl
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998

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