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Fentrice DeNell Driskell is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Swope, Rodante P.A.. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Florida Florida Middle District Bankruptcy Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit U.S. (2004). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 2004) and Harvard University (A.B., 2001). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Secretary, Hillsborough County and American Bar Associations George Edgecomb Bar Association. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
Law Clerk to Hon. Anne C. Conway, United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, 2004-2006
Member
- J. Clifford Cheatwood Inn of Court
- Tampa Crossroads Inc., Board of Directors
- Tampa Connection Participant, 2007-2008
- Tampa Bay Business Journal "Up & Comers" Winner, 2008
- Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, Suncoast Affiliate Race Committee Member
- Gasparilla Festival of the Arts 2007, Volunteer
- Fentrice Driskell, a Tampa Bay native, is widely recognized as a trailblazer and impassioned advocate for her clients and all Floridians
- She is the Minority Leader in the Florida House of Representatives and currently represents the residents of House District 67 throughout north Tampa and Hillsborough County
- Prior to Ms. Driskell joining Swope, Rodante P.A. as a partner in 2024, she served as Of Counsel and Shareholder for a prestigious national law firm
- Ms. Driskell earned her Bachelor of Arts from Harvard University and her Juris Doctor from Georgetown Law
- After law school, she served as a clerk for Judge Anne C. Conway of the U.S
- District Court for the Middle District of Florida
- Ms. Driskell’s legal acumen is regularly recognized by publishers and other legal rating organizations
- She holds the prestigious AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell which is extended to only those attorneys who display the highest legal ability and ethical standards
- Ms. Driskell has been recognized by Super Lawyers every year since 2011, a Rising Star from 2011-2019 and she has been selected to Super Lawyers from 2020 to present
- A fixture within the community Ms. Driskell volunteers her time with various civic organizations including the Florida Bar where she served on the Standing Committee on Diversity and Inclusion for several years
- In her career, Ms. Driskell has shown her strength in meeting her clients’ needs at every level, standing up to any adversary ― big or small
- As fiercely as she advocates for her clients, she is equally compassionate and understanding of the challenges they face
- She is a true fighter for the people
- This dedication to her clients’ pursuit of justice aligns perfectly with the mission of Swope, Rodante P.A
- Her fight for justice continues to inspire and motivate those around her, making her a true champion for the people
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Fentrice DeNell Driskell's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Fentrice DeNell Driskell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Fentrice DeNell Driskell is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →
Fentrice DeNell Driskell is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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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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