Atty. Peter J. Kelly
Peter Kelly has more than 30 years’ experience in the representation of land owners and developers in the leasing, financing, sale and development of real estate. Significant projects include the sale and development of shopping centers, subdivisions, condominiums, and office and industrial parks.
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Peter J. Kelly is a trusts and real estate attorney based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Bush Ross PA. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar. Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1981) and University of Florida (BS). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Peter Kelly has more than 30 years’ experience in the representation of land owners and developers in the leasing, financing, sale and development of real estate
- Significant projects include the sale and development of shopping centers, subdivisions, condominiums, and office and industrial parks
- Mr. Kelly also represents moderate to high net worth individuals and families in all aspects of estate and tax planning, probate and trust administration
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Peter J. Kelly is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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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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