Atty. John R. Kelso

Atty. John R. Kelso

Partner of the Firm, is a graduate of Princeton University (B.A.) and the University of Florida College of Law (J.D.), and has been involved in commercial and family litigation in South Florida since 1970. He is a member of The Florida Bar and the Dade County Bar Association.

Miami Miami 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About John R. Kelso at a glance

John R. Kelso is a Partner based in Miami, Florida, practicing at The Levey Law Firm, P.A.. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on family law, business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Court of (1970) and U.S. District Court, Southern and Middle Districts of Florida (1970). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1970) and Princeton University (A.B., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dade County Bar Association , Member Florida Bar , Member American Bar Association , Member Broward County Bar Association , Member. Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Partner of the Firm, is a graduate of Princeton University (B.A.) and the University of Florida College of Law (J.D.), and has been involved in commercial and family litigation in South Florida since 1970
  • He is a member of The Florida Bar and the Dade County Bar Association
  • He is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States
  • the United States Court of Appeals for the Third, Fourth, Fifth, Seventh, Eleventh and Federal Circuits
  • the United State District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Middle District of Florida and Central District of Illinois
  • and the United States Court of Federal Claims
  • His practice has included complex commercial matters litigated in state and federal trial and appellate courts, as well as family matters in both the trial and appellate courts of Florida

Practice Areas Explained

John R. Kelso's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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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 Miami 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 R. Kelso

Where is John R. Kelso's law office located?
John R. Kelso's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is The Levey Law Firm, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R. Kelso handle?
John R. Kelso focuses on family law, business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has John R. Kelso practiced law?
John R. Kelso has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did John R. Kelso go to law school?
John R. Kelso earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (A.B., 1966).
How can I contact John R. Kelso for a consultation?
You can contact John R. Kelso 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 R. Kelso received?
John R. Kelso's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1970
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Court of
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Southern and Middle Districts of Florida
Admitted: 1970

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