Kristopher John Kest

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Kristopher John Kest

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Family Lawyer at Orlando, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody

4767 New Broad St, Orlando, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Kristopher

Biography

Experienced, diligent, & efficient representation for your divorce or paternity case.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 50%

50%
Child Custody 25%

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-375 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2019
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 20 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2005

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Kest Family Law, P.A.

4767 New Broad St, Orlando, FL, 32814-6405

kestfamilylaw.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Kristopher online.

Kristopher John Kest's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Posted by Brigid | February 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommend.

Kristopher Kest handled my divorce case in 2016. I knew, every step of the way, that I was in excellent hands. Kristopher is unflappable and highly ethical. There is no doubt in my mind that, because of Kristopher and his team, I had the best possible outcome. Choosing Kristopher to be my lawye...r was one of the most important and best decisions I have ever made.

Posted by anonymous | February 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

A Wonderful Family Law Attorney

I was very pleased with the experience I had with Mr. Kest as my attorney. I hired Mr. Kest for two different family law matters and thanks to his expertise, they both worked out in my favor. He was knowledgeable, professional and always prompt to address my legal questions or concerns. I am beyond g...rateful for the service Kristopher Kest provided for my family and would absolutely recommend him to others.

Posted by Steve | December 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thoughtful, Prepared & Skilled

Not only does Kristopher possess the experience and demeanor to successfully navigate what was, unfortunately, a contentious divorce proceeding, he did so in a thoughtful and skilled manner. If and when it was necessary to enter the courtroom, Kristopher was always extremely well prepared, which inv...ariably led to excellent results. Most importantly, he understood my objectives and what needed to be accomplished, and stayed laser-focused in working towards achieving the desired outcome. Needless to say, I was very pleased to have Kristopher advocating on my behalf.

Posted by CJ | December 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

Professional, Responsive & Gets it done

I strongly recommend Mr. Kest for family law matters. His understanding of the courts, judges and law far surpassed all other attorneys I had consulted in my particular case. His insight and action around my situation helped me finalize my case which had stalled for more than 6 months. He helped me n...avigate negotiations and bring my case to closure in a short period of time.

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Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 03

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"To my knowledge, Attorney Kest is one of the most active and involved attorneys within his community. His sole focus on family law lends itself to his expertise in the area. He is a pleasure to be around and he is a great example, not only for a young attorney, but for all attorneys."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Family law, SuperLawyers

2023

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, General Litigation, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

New Attorney Award of Excellence, Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association

2009

Up & Comer, Florida Trend's Legal Elite

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney/Founder, Kest Family Law, P.A.

2005 - 2015

Associate, Senior Associate, & Of Counsel, Lowndes, Drosdick, Doster, Kantor & Reed, PA

1999 - 2002

Patrol Officer, Fulton County Police Department

Associations

2021 - Present

Historical Society of Central Florida (Orange County Regional History Center)

Board Member

2014 - Present

Central Florida Family Law American Inn of Court

Member

2014 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Founding Chair, Mentoring Program

2012 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Executive Council Member

2007 - Present

George C. Young First Central Florida American Inn of Court

Member

2014 - 2016

Tulane Alumni Club of Orlando

President

2014 - 2014

WMFE 90.7 FM

Chair, Community Advisory Board

2012 - 2014

WMFE 90.7 FM

Member, Community Advisory Board

2011 - 2011

Winte Park Public Library

Chair, Governance Committee

2010 - 2010

Winter Park Public Library

Chair, Strategic Plan Committee

2009 - 2012

Winter Park Public Library

Board of Trustees

2008 - 2012

Orange County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Board of Directors

2007 - 2015

Orlando Heath Foundation

Committee membrer, Level One Trauma Center "One Night" event

2005 - 2010

Tulane Alumni Club of Orlando

President

Education

2005

Florida State University College of Law

J.D.

1999

Tulane University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2014

Pizza & Professionalism

Professionalism

2014

Lunch CLE

Ethicial Issues in GAL Representation

2014

August luncheon

Mentoring

2012

CLE Luncheon

eDiscovery - The Now and Soon to Be

2011

Luncheon CLE

eDiscovery Readiness - Getting ahead of the curve

2010

Money Matters, Financial Literacy Series

Underwater/Upside Down Mortgages

Publications

2013

The Matrimonial Strategist (LJN) Where Do I Turn for Jurisdiction? Illustrations of the UCCJEA

Languages

English

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