Atty. James Scott McKean

Atty. James Scott McKean

James Scott McKean is a lawyer practicing automobile negligence, insurance defense, personal injury litigation and 11 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Tampa in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years.

St. Petersburg St. Petersburg 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About James Scott McKean at a glance

James Scott McKean is a Managing Partner based in St. Petersburg, Florida, practicing at Shelton McKean. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, construction, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Florida (2009). Educated at Stetson University College of Law (J.D., 2009) and University of Tampa (B.S., 2006). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar. Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Scott McKean is a lawyer practicing automobile negligence, insurance defense, personal injury litigation and 11 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Tampa in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • James practices at Shelton McKean in St. Petersburg, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Scott McKean's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Scott McKean is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Construction Law

James Scott McKean is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Florida →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

James Scott McKean is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Florida →

Product Liability

James Scott McKean is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Florida →

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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Scott McKean

Where is James Scott McKean's law office located?
James Scott McKean's law practice is located in St. Petersburg, Florida. The firm is Shelton McKean. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Scott McKean handle?
James Scott McKean focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, construction, slip & fall, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Scott McKean practiced law?
James Scott McKean has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did James Scott McKean go to law school?
James Scott McKean earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.S., 2006).
How can I contact James Scott McKean for a consultation?
You can contact James Scott McKean 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 Scott McKean received?
James Scott McKean's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stetson University College of Law
- 2009
B.S.
University of Tampa
- 2006

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2009

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