Atty. James Barry Soble

Atty. James Barry Soble

James Barry Soble is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, corporate law, real estate development and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Barry Soble at a glance

James Barry Soble is a Shareholder based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Gunster. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1966) and Florida (1974). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1966) and Grinnell College (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, 1985-1988 Vice Chairman, 1991-1998, Hillsborough County and American Bar Associations Florida Holocaust Museum, Board of Trustees Gulf Coast Jewish Family and Mental health Services. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Barry Soble is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, corporate law, real estate development and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1963, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • James practices at Gunster in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Barry Soble's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Barry Soble handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

James Barry Soble is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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Land Use & Zoning

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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 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 James Barry Soble

Where is James Barry Soble's law office located?
James Barry Soble's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Gunster. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Barry Soble handle?
James Barry Soble focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Barry Soble practiced law?
James Barry Soble has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did James Barry Soble go to law school?
James Barry Soble earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact James Barry Soble for a consultation?
You can contact James Barry Soble 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 James Barry Soble received?
James Barry Soble's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1966
B.A.
Grinnell College
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1966
Florida
Admitted: 1974

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