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Richard J. McKyton is a McKyton Law based in St. Petersburg, Florida, practicing at Richard J. McKyton, P.A.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and employment. Admitted to practice in Florida (1995) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1996). Educated at Stetson University College of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of Florida (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of St and Petersburg and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar Pinellas County Trial Lawyers Association Pinellas County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Richard J. McKyton is a St. Petersburg complex personal injury and trial attorney representing clients in serious injury cases where the facts, evidence, and outcome matter
- His practice focuses on complex personal injury claims, including car accidents, motorcycle crashes, wrongful death, medical malpractice, slip and fall injuries, ATV accidents, and other cases involving significant physical, financial, and personal consequences
- With decades of litigation experience, Mr. McKyton brings a trial-tested approach to cases involving disputed liability, serious injuries, insurance challenges, and long-term damages
- Before founding his firm, he served as an Assistant State Attorney for Florida’s Sixth Judicial Circuit, where he tried more than 60 misdemeanor and felony jury trials and served on the DUI Manslaughter Squad
- He later worked in civil litigation handling motor vehicle, premises liability, medical malpractice, and nursing home cases
- Since 2001, Richard J. McKyton, P.A. has been located at 1229 Central Avenue in St. Petersburg, serving clients throughout Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, Polk, Manatee, Sarasota, Citrus, and Hernando counties
- The firm is built for serious cases that require preparation, judgment, and clear proof
- Mr. McKyton also represents clients in Criminal Defense matters, including DUI, drug possession, juvenile offenses, and violation of probation
- His courtroom background strengthens his ability to evaluate evidence, challenge opposing arguments, and protect clients when the stakes are high
- When a case is too important to mishandle, Richard J. McKyton provides experienced advocacy, practical guidance, and evidence-driven representation
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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 St. Petersburg 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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