Atty. Peter K. Spillis

Atty. Peter K. Spillis

Peter Spillis brings more than 20 years of experience as a civil trial lawyer to Kelley/Uustal. He has worked as defense counsel for some of the largest insurance companies in the world, and today uses his insight to protect the rights of injured victims and families.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter K. Spillis at a glance

Peter K. Spillis is a medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Freedland Harwin Valori Gander PLLC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Florida (1991). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Texas Christian University (—, 1987). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Peter Spillis brings more than 20 years of experience as a civil trial lawyer to Kelley/Uustal
  • He has worked as defense counsel for some of the largest insurance companies in the world, and today uses his insight to protect the rights of injured victims and families
  • Mr. Spillis has been named to the 2010 “Legal Elite” list by Florida Trend magazine and has been recognized as a Top Lawyer by the South Florida Legal Guide from 2012 through 2014

Practice Areas Explained

Peter K. Spillis's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Peter K. Spillis is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Product Liability

Peter K. Spillis is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Florida →

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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Peter K. Spillis

Where is Peter K. Spillis's law office located?
Peter K. Spillis's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Freedland Harwin Valori Gander PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter K. Spillis handle?
Peter K. Spillis focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Peter K. Spillis practiced law?
Peter K. Spillis has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Peter K. Spillis go to law school?
Peter K. Spillis earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (—, 1987).
How can I contact Peter K. Spillis for a consultation?
You can contact Peter K. Spillis 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 Peter K. Spillis received?
Peter K. Spillis's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami School of Law
- 1991
Texas Christian University
- 1987

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named 2010 "Legal Elite" by Florida Trend magazine
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named finalist by Daily Business Review for Most Effective Lawyer of 2016
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1991

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