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Kelly Bryan Sims
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Licensed in Florida for 40 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1985
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Law Offices of Kelly Bryan Sims
The Day Building, 605 E Robinson St Ste 450, Orlando, FL, 328012060
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Posted by anonymous | May 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Be careful before you hire
I had kelly represented me in my divorce in 2013. He then suggested I should hire his friend for my soon to be x wife. Paid both atty nearly $800 hr. Kelly created agreement maid by my x atty putting me in tremendous amount debt towards my x I had to file bankruptcy. He never bothered to fight for me...
Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Looking for a attorney to make u stay free and worry free; Don't hesitate to contact Mr . Kelly!!
I've been dealing with Kelly since 94-13;And I have had positive results every time.I had a murder trial back in 96.Had everyone against me feeling I was guilty.I told Kelly I was innocent. AND he put on the best case scenario that I ever witnessed. I was facing life in prison and thanks to a very in...
Kelly Bryan Sims's Lawyer Endorsements
"I worked for Kelly years ago and have continued to refer him criminal cases throughout my career. Very few attorneys in town have the experience and credentials that Kelly does, and those same qualities are what allow him to represent each client zealously and aggressively while obtaining the best possible result."
"I endorse this lawyer. From the day I met Mr. Simms, he has been an excellent mentor and true role model. He has always been there to assist me and answer my questions. Moreover, watching him in court is a true treat. Not only is he amazingly professional, he is also impressively persuasive, diligent, and pugnacious. It is an honor to know him, and I would highly recommend him for any criminal matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have know Attorney Kelly Sims for many years. He is an outstanding attorney. He is passionate about his work. He is also highly intelligent. I would recommend Attorney Sims for any legal matter."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kelly Sims is an excellent attorney. I have represented co-defendant's in cases in which he represented another party as well as represented the same defendant in criminal cases. He has a likeable personality, is thorough in his preparation and is good before a jury."
"I 150% endorse this lawyer. Best criminal lawyer in Orlando. Period. Best one out there. If you are in trouble and don't hire Kelly...well, now you're in even more trouble. Every time I go to Disney and decide to hit City Walk...I program Kelly's number in my phone. Just hit send...."
"As a lawyer, they say the best endorsement you can give of somebody is to refer them a case; and I have referred Kelly many cases in my career. He is by far the best trial lawyer I have ever seen in action. He is probably one of the few lawyers who is not just respected, but generally liked by judges, prosecutors, and defense lawyers alike. I highly endorse Kelly Sims."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Orlando's Top Lawyers, Orlando Home & Leisure Magazine
2011
Orlando's Top Lawyers, Orlando Home & Leisure Magazine
2010
Orlando's Top Lawyers, Orlando Home & Leisure Magazine
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Joseph W. DuRocher Foot Soldier of the Constitution, Central Florida Criminal Defense Attorneys
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Outstanding Personal Commitment, Victim Services Coaliton
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Board Certified Criminal Trial Expert, The Florida Bar
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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
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National Criminal Defense College Graduate, Mercer College of Law
Work Experience
1994 - Present
President, Law Office of Kelly B. Sims, P.A.
1985 - 1993
Capital Litigator/Training Supervisor, Office Of The Public Defender Ninth Judicial Circuit
Associations
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Life Member
1999 - 2008
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersDirector at Large
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. J. L.
Not Guilty
State v, H, T,
Not Guilty all counts
State v, N. B.
Not Guilty both counts
State v. R.D.
Judge granted Judgment of Acquittal (dismissed at close of Defense evidence)
In the Matter of: E.S. o/b/o E.S.
Injunction dismissed after Hearing
Education
1984
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
1981
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
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Trial with Style
Finding, Presenting and Reaping the Rewards of Effective Mitigation
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Defender College XII
Voir Dire and the Law of Jury Selection
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Death is Different IX
Preparing Yourself to Save Your Client's Life
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Continuing Legal Education
Take the Ethical Challenge: "Are you a Survivor?"
Publications
2007
The Defender
The Story in my Briefs: Putting More Emotions in your Motions
2006
The Defender
Communicating with Your Opponent or The Subtle Art of Plea Negotiation or At Least Talk to Me
Languages
English