Atty. Raymond James Pelstring

Atty. Raymond James Pelstring

Raymond James Pelstring is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, business law, erisa and 3 other areas of law. Raymond received a B.B.A. degree from University of Cincinnati in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Fort Myers Fort Myers 50 Years Experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Raymond James Pelstring at a glance

Raymond James Pelstring is a employment, business, litigation, insurance, and adr attorney based in Fort Myers, Florida. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in US District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1976), Florida (1977), and US District Court, Southern District of Florida, including Trial Bar (1983). Educated at University of Cincinnati (B.B.A. Delta, 1971) and Ohio Northern University - Claude W. Pettit College of Law Class of 1976 (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Lee County, Collier County, Charlotte County and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar (Appointed, 1987 and Chairman, 1989, Grievance Committee 11-D) Florida Defense Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Serves clients in Fort Myers, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Raymond James Pelstring is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, business law, erisa and 3 other areas of law
  • Raymond received a B.B.A. degree from University of Cincinnati in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Raymond practices in Fort Myers, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Raymond James Pelstring's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Raymond James Pelstring is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Raymond James Pelstring is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Raymond James Pelstring is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Raymond James Pelstring is one of 109,871 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Florida →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Raymond James Pelstring is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Myers 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 venue, 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 Raymond James Pelstring

Where is Raymond James Pelstring's law office located?
Raymond James Pelstring's law practice is located in Fort Myers, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Raymond James Pelstring handle?
Raymond James Pelstring focuses on employment, business, litigation, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Raymond James Pelstring practiced law?
Raymond James Pelstring has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Raymond James Pelstring go to law school?
Raymond James Pelstring earned their education at (B.B.A. Delta, 1971); (—).
How can I contact Raymond James Pelstring for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Raymond James Pelstring received?
Raymond James Pelstring's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.B.A. Delta
University of Cincinnati
- 1971
Ohio Northern University - Claude W. Pettit College of Law Class of 1976
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

US District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1976
Florida
Admitted: 1977
US District Court, Southern District of Florida, including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1983

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