Atty. James Lee Bennett

Atty. James Lee Bennett

Mr. James Lee Bennett is a lawyer practicing county and local government law, city, county & local govt law and 2 other areas of law.

St. Petersburg St. Petersburg 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About James Lee Bennett at a glance

James Lee Bennett is a Chf. Asst. Co. Atty., Pinellas Co. Atty. Off. based in St. Petersburg, Florida. They haand 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Florida (1987) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1987). Educated at Stetson University (J.D., 1987) and Auburn University (B.S. University, 1974). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Lee Bennett is a lawyer practicing county and local government law, city, county & local govt law and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1974, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • James practices in St. Petersburg, FL

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practforg law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in St. Petersburg 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 substantiand 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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Where is James Lee Bennett's law office located?
James Lee Bennett's law practice is located in St. Petersburg, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James Lee Bennett practiced law?
James Lee Bennett has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
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James Lee Bennett earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S. University, 1974).
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James Lee Bennett's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Stetson University
- 1987
B.S. University
Auburn University
- 1974

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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