Atty. John Hawkins

Atty. John Hawkins

John “Jack” Hawkins is a lifelong resident of Bradenton where he has practiced law since 1979. His career as a partner with the Grimes firm spanned the last 40 years.

Bradenton Bradenton 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About John Hawkins at a glance

John Hawkins is an Attorney based in Bradenton, Florida, practicing at Grimes, Hawkins, Gladfelter & Galvano, P.L.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, and adr. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1979), Florida (1979), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida and U.S. Supreme Court (1979). Educated at University of Mississippi College of Law (J.D., 1979) and University of Southern Mississippi (B.S. Political, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar The Mississippi Bar Manatee County Bar Association. Serands clients in Bradenton, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John “Jack” Hawkins is a lifelong resident of Bradenton where he has practiced law since 1979
  • His career as a partner with the Grimes firm spanned the last 40 years
  • During his tenure as a partner, he was active in civil litigation and family law
  • In addition to his litigation practice, he also has served as a mediator for 20+ years and is certified for Circuit, Civil, and Family Law cases
  • Currently, Mr. Hawkins has limited his practice to mediations, estate planning, and probate
  • He has enjoyed an AV Martindale Hubbell rating since 1997
  • To schedule an appointment with Mr. Hawkins, place a call to his legal assistant, Julie Prall, at 941-337-0423
  • To schedule a mediation, visit Jack Hawkins Mediation where you can see his calendar of availability, or you can simply call his legal assistant, Julie

Practice Areas Explained

John Hawkins's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

John Hawkins is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Bradenton 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 Hawkins

Where is John Hawkins's law office located?
John Hawkins's law practice is located in Bradenton, Florida. The firm is Grimes, Hawkins, Gladfelter & Galvano, P.L.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Hawkins handle?
John Hawkins focuses on trusts, probate, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has John Hawkins practiced law?
John Hawkins has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John Hawkins go to law school?
John Hawkins earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S. Political, 1976).
How can I contact John Hawkins for a consultation?
You can contact John Hawkins 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 John Hawkins received?
John Hawkins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi College of Law
- 1979
B.S. Political
University of Southern Mississippi
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1979
Florida
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979

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