Atty. William James Kelly

Atty. William James Kelly

William James Kelly is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, trial practice and 1 other area of law. William received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Lakeland Lakeland 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About William James Kelly at a glance

William James Kelly is a Member based in Lakeland, Florida, practicing at W. James Kelly, P.A.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (1975). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1975) and University of Florida (B.S.B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Lakeland Bar Association (President, 1980) The Florida Bar Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers Polk County Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Lakeland, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William James Kelly is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, trial practice and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • William practices at W. James Kelly, P.A. in Lakeland, FL

Practice Areas Explained

William James Kelly's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

William James Kelly is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →

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.

William James Kelly is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

William James Kelly is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

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

William James Kelly is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Lakeland 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 William James Kelly

Where is William James Kelly's law office located?
William James Kelly's law practice is located in Lakeland, Florida. The firm is W. James Kelly, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William James Kelly handle?
William James Kelly focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William James Kelly practiced law?
William James Kelly has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did William James Kelly go to law school?
William James Kelly earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S.B.A., 1971).
How can I contact William James Kelly for a consultation?
You can contact William James Kelly 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 William James Kelly received?
William James Kelly's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1975
B.S.B.A.
University of Florida
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1975

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