Atty. John Matthew Guard

Atty. John Matthew Guard

John Matthew Guard is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business law, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Tampa Tampa 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About John Matthew Guard at a glance

John Matthew Guard is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Florida Florida Middle District Bankruptcy Court U.S. Distric Florida Southern District Bankruptcy C (2000). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 2000) and Florida State University (B.A. Political, 1997). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Matthew Guard is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business law, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • John practices at Quarles & Brady LLP in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

John Matthew Guard's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Intellectual Property

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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 Tampa 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 Matthew Guard

Where is John Matthew Guard's law office located?
John Matthew Guard's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Quarles & Brady LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Matthew Guard handle?
John Matthew Guard focuses on trusts, probate, business, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has John Matthew Guard practiced law?
John Matthew Guard has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did John Matthew Guard go to law school?
John Matthew Guard earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A. Political, 1997).
How can I contact John Matthew Guard for a consultation?
You can contact John Matthew Guard 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 Matthew Guard received?
John Matthew Guard's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 2000
B.A. Political
Florida State University
- 1997

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Florida Florida Middle District Bankruptcy Court U.S. Distric Florida Southern District Bankruptcy C
Admitted: 2000

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