Atty. Joseph David Hunt
For more than 25 years, Joseph Hunt has practiced in the area of marital and family law. As an experienced trial lawyer, he is as comfortable in the courtroom as in the conference room, but recognizes the benefits of settlement over trial.
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Joseph David Hunt is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Harris, Hunt & Derr, P.A.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on divorce and family law. Admitted to practice in Florida (1993) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1994). Educated at Stetson University College of Law (J.D., 1993) and Michigan State University (B.S. Financial, 1986). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Hillsborough County Bar Association. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- For more than 25 years, Joseph Hunt has practiced in the area of marital and family law
- As an experienced trial lawyer, he is as comfortable in the courtroom as in the conference room, but recognizes the benefits of settlement over trial
- Mr. Hunt is one of a select few Florida attorneys who have earned the designation of being Board Certified in Marital and Family law
- Board Certification is the highest level of recognition by The Florida Bar, displaying an attorney’s competency and experience in their specific area of law
- Mr. Hunt is one of only seventy-three practicing Florida attorneys who have earned the recognition of being a fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, which recognizes the leading practitioners in the nation in the field of family law
- Mr. Hunt utilizes his experience to focus on complex domestic relations matters, either with a traditional litigation-based approach or a collaborative approach
- Mr. Hunt has litigated numerous cases in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Manatee, Hernando and Sarasota Counties
- With extensive trial experience, he is a zealous advocate who simultaneously promotes the amicable resolution of disputes
- Additionally, Mr. Hunt has handled numerous collaborative cases in multiple counties
- Mr. Hunt received his B.A. degree in Financial Administration from Michigan State University and his J.D. degree from Stetson University College of Law
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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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