Atty. Louis Bakkalapulo

Atty. Louis Bakkalapulo

Mr. Louis Bakkalapulo is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business law, buying and selling of businesses and 13 other areas of law.

Clearwater Clearwater 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Louis Bakkalapulo at a glance

Louis Bakkalapulo is a Shareholder based in Clearwater, Florida, practicing at Bakkalapulo & Associates. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on residential, contracts, trusts, probate, and business. Admitted to practice in Florida (1988) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Florida (1988). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley, Lansing, Michigan (J.D., 1988) and University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas (B.S. Business, 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Clearwater, Hillsborough County and Tampa Bay Bankruptcy Bar Associations The Florida Bar National Association of Retail Credit Attorneys National Attorney Network Credit Union Attorneys. Serands clients in Clearwater, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Louis Bakkalapulo is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, business law, buying and selling of businesses and 13 other areas of law
  • Louis received a B.S. degree from University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Louis practices at Bakkalapulo & Associates in Clearwater, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Louis Bakkalapulo's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

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Contracts

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Trusts

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Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Clearwater 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 Louis Bakkalapulo

Where is Louis Bakkalapulo's law office located?
Louis Bakkalapulo's law practice is located in Clearwater, Florida. The firm is Bakkalapulo & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Louis Bakkalapulo handle?
Louis Bakkalapulo focuses on residential, contracts, trusts, probate, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Louis Bakkalapulo practiced law?
Louis Bakkalapulo has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Louis Bakkalapulo go to law school?
Louis Bakkalapulo earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S. Business, 1984).
How can I contact Louis Bakkalapulo for a consultation?
You can contact Louis Bakkalapulo 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 Louis Bakkalapulo received?
Louis Bakkalapulo's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley, Lansing, Michigan
- 1988
B.S. Business
University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Florida
Admitted: 1988

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