Atty. James Nelson Powell
James Nelson Powell is a lawyer practicing real property law, estate planning, probate and 6 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years.
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James Nelson Powell is a Partner based in St. Petersburg, Florida, practicing at Powell, Carney, Maller, P.A.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1973) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1973). Educated at Stetson University (J.D., 1973) and Harvard University (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of St and Petersburg Bar Association The Florida Bar. Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James Nelson Powell is a lawyer practicing real property law, estate planning, probate and 6 other areas of law
- James received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
- James practices at Powell, Carney, Maller, P.A. in St. Petersburg, FL
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James Nelson Powell is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James Nelson Powell is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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.
James Nelson Powell is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →
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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 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 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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