Atty. John C. Lavery

Atty. John C. Lavery

John C. Lavery is a lawyer practicing estate planning, federal income, estate and gift and 8 other areas of law.

St. Petersburg St. Petersburg 54 yrs experience 54 year
Call (727) 625-3138 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John C. Lavery at a glance

John C. Lavery is a Member based in St. Petersburg, Florida, practicing at Harris, Barrett, Mann & Dew, P.A.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1972) and Florida (1981). Educated at University of Denver (M.B.A., 1972) and University of Denver (J.D., 1971). Active member of St and Petersburg Bar Association The Florida Bar. Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John C. Lavery is a lawyer practicing estate planning, federal income, estate and gift and 8 other areas of law
  • John received a M.B.A. degree from University of Denver in 1972, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • John practices at Harris, Barrett, Mann & Dew, P.A. in St. Petersburg, FL

Practice Areas Explained

John C. Lavery's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John C. Lavery handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John C. Lavery is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

John C. Lavery is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 John C. Lavery

Where is John C. Lavery's law office located?
John C. Lavery's law practice is located in St. Petersburg, Florida. The firm is Harris, Barrett, Mann & Dew, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C. Lavery handle?
John C. Lavery focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has John C. Lavery practiced law?
John C. Lavery has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John C. Lavery go to law school?
John C. Lavery earned their education at (M.B.A., 1972); (J.D., 1971).
How can I contact John C. Lavery for a consultation?
You can contact John C. Lavery 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.

Education

M.B.A.
University of Denver
- 1972
J.D.
University of Denver
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1972
Florida
Admitted: 1981

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