Atty. Peter Thomas Kirkwood

Atty. Peter Thomas Kirkwood

Peter Thomas Kirkwood is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, probate and trust administration and 4 other areas of law. Peter received a degree from Eckerd College, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Tampa Tampa 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Peter Thomas Kirkwood at a glance

Peter Thomas Kirkwood is a Member based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Gunster, Yoakly & Stewart P.A. - Bayshore Office. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Florida (1979). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1980) and Eckerd College University of Florida (B.S.B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hillsborough County Bar Association (Treasurer, 1990-1991) The Florida Bar (Member, Taxation Section) Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Thomas Kirkwood is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, probate and trust administration and 4 other areas of law
  • Peter received a degree from Eckerd College, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Peter practices at Gunster, Yoakly & Stewart P.A. - Bayshore Office in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Thomas Kirkwood's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Peter Thomas Kirkwood is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Peter Thomas Kirkwood is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Peter Thomas Kirkwood is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Peter Thomas Kirkwood is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Thomas Kirkwood

Where is Peter Thomas Kirkwood's law office located?
Peter Thomas Kirkwood's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Gunster, Yoakly & Stewart P.A. - Bayshore Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Thomas Kirkwood handle?
Peter Thomas Kirkwood focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Peter Thomas Kirkwood practiced law?
Peter Thomas Kirkwood has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Peter Thomas Kirkwood go to law school?
Peter Thomas Kirkwood earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S.B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Peter Thomas Kirkwood for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Thomas Kirkwood 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 Thomas Kirkwood received?
Peter Thomas Kirkwood's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1980
B.S.B.A.
Eckerd College University of Florida
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1979

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