Atty. James L Slater

Atty. James L Slater

Mr. James L Slater is a lawyer practicing divorce, family law, child custody and 9 other areas of law.

Palm Harbor Palm Harbor 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (727) 625-3470 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James L Slater at a glance

James L Slater is an Attorney based in Palm Harbor, Florida, practicing at James L. Slater, Attorney at Law. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on car accidents, divorce, child custody, medical malpractice, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1981) and U.S. Supreme Court (1981). Educated at Stetson University School of Law (J.D. Moot, 1981) and Blackhawk Junior College (A.A. University, 1976). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Palm Harbor, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James L Slater is a lawyer practicing divorce, family law, child custody and 9 other areas of law
  • James received a A.A. degree from Blackhawk Junior College in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices at James L. Slater, Attorney at Law in Palm Harbor, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James L Slater's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

James L Slater is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Florida →

Child Custody & Visitation

James L Slater is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Florida →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James L Slater is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Florida →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Palm Harbor 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 L Slater

Where is James L Slater's law office located?
James L Slater's law practice is located in Palm Harbor, Florida. The firm is James L. Slater, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L Slater handle?
James L Slater focuses on car accidents, divorce, child custody, medical malpractice, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James L Slater practiced law?
James L Slater has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James L Slater go to law school?
James L Slater earned their education at (J.D. Moot, 1981); (A.A. University, 1976).
How can I contact James L Slater for a consultation?
You can contact James L Slater 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 L Slater received?
James L Slater's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D. Moot
Stetson University School of Law
- 1981
A.A. University
Blackhawk Junior College
- 1976

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981

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