Keith P. Vanover

Keith P. Vanover

4.6
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 27 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Fort Walton Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Trusts

2018 Lewis Turner Blvd, Suite D, Fort Walton Beach, FL

About Keith

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 60%

We focus on providing an estate planning package for one flat fee. This would include a Trust, Will, Durable Power of attorney and a Healthcare Surrogate. Simple one time set up with a fixed cost.

60%
Trusts 40%

We focus on trusts that protect your assets from long term nursing home care costs. By pre-planning you can avoid losing your retirement savings to the nursing home if one spouse needs care.

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 27 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1998

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Vanover Law Firm, P.A.

2018 Lewis Turner Blvd, Suite D, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32547

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Keith P. Vanover's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney

A true professional

Vanover handled my case very professionally. The quote he gave me of what the cost would be to take care of my case never changed. Everything was done professionally, and I have the most respect for his help in my case. I would highly recommend Keith Vanover, and I use him again without hesitation. I...f someone is looking the best Lawyer in Crestview area then Keith is it.

Posted by Michelle | December 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Very impressed!

I was on vacation in Destin from Tampa. Got a dui. Was really upset bc I felt it was a setup by the cops outside AJs. I asked around and everyone told me Vanover was the best DUI attorney around and they were right. He only defends dui. That's it and it showed. Never had to come back to Destin. He g...ot me a license and I was very happy with the results. I was treated with kindness and respect.

Posted by Jimmy | August 03, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Got me a reckless driving

I contacted Keith after several people recommended him for DUI defense. I appreciated his candor and honesty about my case. He didn't make blustery statements. He laid out the law and went over my case so that understood how we were going to handle the case. He allowed me to pay over a payment plan w...hich really helped. His staff was ultra nice. Never felt rushed. He ended up getting me a reduced charge which saved my drivers license. I would recommend his services to anyone charged with a DUI.

Posted by Brian | July 22, 2015 | Criminal Defense

DUI Pensacola - LOST!

Do not trust this lawyer. He took my money and promised to do everything for me and didn't do squat. First time offender. He charged me $3200 to lose my license for a year, $500 fine, 50 hours community service and a year probation. There was a guy on the same day that had the same situation and g...ot the same penalties without a lawyer. USELESS!!!

Keith Vanover

Replied last July 22, 2015

Not sure who this person is. I can tell you that I do not charge $3200 to handle this type of case and never have charged that amount. This review does not have a factual basis in reality. Keith

Posted by Cheryl | July 22, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Exceptional Experience

I had the unfortunate need arise to contact Mr. Vanover for a DUI that my Son received in Okaloosa County. I was blown away by the personable experience he provided to us. He was extremely attentative to our needs, and also has a very caring and extremely helpful staff. Mr. Vanover took this case... on and represented my Son with an excellent outcome. His fee was reasonable and we received the best representation that I feel we could have possibly received. Many thanks to Mr. Vanover and his patient and caring staff for their help in providing quality representation for my Son. Blessings.......

Keith Vanover

Replied last July 22, 2015

I appreciate the kind words. Our goal has always been to provide customer service to our clients. Thank you, Keith

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Keith P. Vanover's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stan Warden

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse Keith P. Vanover. He is committed to providing quality representation to his clients and is regarded highly for his expertise in DUI law."

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Robert Dees

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been practicing law with Mr. Vanover for 15 years. In fact, I was a prosecutor who handles cases against Mr. Vanover. His knowledge of the law and trial skills in the court room are unmatched. He is the gentleman's lawyer who treats his clients with respect. He is a zealous advocate for his clients rights and achieves great results. I would highly recommend Mr. Vanover in the field of DUI."

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Robert Dees

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

Top 100 DUI Lawyer, The National Trial Lawyers

2015

Nationally Ranked Superior DUI Attorney - Florida, NFADD

2014

Nationally Ranked Superior DUI Attorney - Florida, NAFDD

2013

Nationally Ranked Superior DUI Attorney - Florida, NFADD

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Owner/Founder, Vanover Law Firm, P.A

Associations

1999 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1998 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1998 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

member

Sample of Legal Cases

Reduced to Reckless

Reduced to Reckless

Reduced to Reckless

Reduced to Reckless

Reduced to Reckless

Reduced to Reckless

State vs Rainey

Complete Dismissal

State vs Mitchell

Reckless Driving

State vs Garner

Reckless Driving

State vs Harris

Reckless Driving

State vs Fuller

Reckless Driving

Florida vs Cunningham

Reduced to Reckless Driving

Florida vs Spear

Reduced to Reckless Driving

Florida vs. Rosario

Reckless Driving

Florida vs. Smoot

Reduced to Reckless Driving

State vs. Bogerty

Reduced to Reckless Driving

Florida vs Chapman

Not Guilty at Trial

State vs Ritchie

Reduced to Reckless Driving

State vs Kordgien

Reduced to Reckless Driving

State vs Lipin

Reduced to Reckless Driving

State vs Strawn

Reckless Driving

State Vs Lambert

Reduced to Reckless Driving

State vs Terry

Reduced to Reckless Driving

State vs Crosby

Reduced to Reckless Driving

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Education

1997

Mississippi College

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Troy State University-Florida Region

MS - Master of Science

1994

Troy State University-Florida Region

BAS

1992

Community College of Air Force

AA

Speaking Engagements

2015

Destin Local Approved Business Association Fall Summit DUI and your driving record

2015

99 Rock Afternoon Drive Interview New Dui Laws

2005

Destin Business Chamber Luncheon

DUI Basics

Publications

2016

Destin Log Vanover Named Top DUI Lawyer Again

2015

Destin Log - Front page of business section Feb. 2015 Vanover Named One of The Best DUI Lawyers in Florida

Languages

English

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