Kelsey K. Black

Kelsey K. Black

also known as Kelsey K Black

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Litigation Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Litigation, Business, Transportation

1401 E. Broward Blvd., Suite 204, Fort Lauderdale, FL

About Kelsey

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Litigation 50%

19 years | 150 cases

50%
Business 30%

19 years | 40 cases

30%
Transportation 20%

19 years | 50 cases

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 15 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2010

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 18 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Black Law P.A.

1401 E. Broward Blvd., Suite 204, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

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Kelsey K. Black's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Denice | July 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very responsive and on top of things

Lawyers that think outside of the box. Great job on our case. It all worked out for the better and we enjoyed working with you. Thanks for going to at for us.

Posted by Kareem | July 15, 2015

best legal experience ever

Kelsey helped me with a security deposit dispute between myself and my previous landlord. Even though I was thousands of miles away she came highly recommend for legal assistance in Florida and did not disappoint. She was very helpful in explaining my rights and getting a quick and timly reaolution t...o my issue. I was more than happy with the end result that she got. Highly recommend.

Posted by Jaime | July 13, 2015

Top notch attorney with wide array of knowledge and experience

Kelsey helped me with a landlord/tenant dispute recently. She was quick to respond and acted fast to get the matter resolved quickly!!! I was basically in the dark on my rights and state law... she is very knowledgeable and gave me all of the information and recommendations to help me through the res...olution process - no sugar coating anything! She's smart, fair, straight forward, responsive, professional and personable (a rare combination). Kelsey Black is my go-to if I have any future consultation needs!! I would recommend anyone with a legal matter to reach out to her for advice or recommendations.

Posted by Evan | January 29, 2015

Great consumer advocacy lawyer

Kelsey helped me resolve a matter with a car dealership / used car purchase that went bad. I spent weeks trying to get the issue resolved, only to get the run around from the dealership. After just a few days of contacting Kelsey and her taking swift action the matter was handled professionally and... to my satisfaction. I highly recommend her and her firm!

Posted by Alan | March 21, 2013

Honest and reliable, an excellent lawyer.

I have hired Kelsey to represent my corporation on multiple occasions, both in Florida and across the northeastern U.S. She has proven to be a hard, and dedicated, worker each and every time without fail. I have personally observed her in trial defending us and would not hesitate to send her into t...he ring again. Thank you for your advocacy, Kelsey.

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Kelsey K. Black's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennifer Gomez

Unknown lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephanie Roberts

Litigation lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Having worked with Kelsey on complex product liability and commercial litigation matters, I absolutely endorse Kelsey. She is dependable, organized, tough, diligent and detail-oriented. A rarity among many litigators, she is also practical. She is a team player during depositions, hearings, and trials. We continually look for opportunities to collaborate for clients and for professional organizations. I look forward to working with her again on future litigation."

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Heather Weeter

Litigation lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Vilma Martinez

Litigation lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kelsey and I worked opposing sides of a matter. I was most impressed with Kelsey's professionalism and respectful demeanor when interacting with my clients. It is a rare instance when you come away from a case respecting the way your opponent handles a case. This will serve Kelsey's clients immeasurably in the future."

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Jennifer Gomez

Estate planning lawyer

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Lori Wirkus

Commercial real estate lawyer

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Vilma Martinez

Litigation lawyer

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David Black

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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Carolyn Dibbert

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2014

Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Wallace Sedgwick Client Service Award, Sedgwick LLP

2011

Attendee at Sedgwick's Trial College, Sedgwick LLP

2005

Best Case Comment, Suffolk University Law Review

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Shareholder/Partner, Black Law P.A. f/k/a Waterway Black P.A.

2010 - 2013

Attorney, Sedgwick LLP

2007 - 2010

Attorney, Flynn & Wirkus, PC

Associations

2013 - Present

Florida Association for Women Lawyers

2012 - Present

DiveBar, The Underwater Bar Association

Vice President of Risk Management

2007 - Present

National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel

2013 - 2014

Defense Research Institute

Chair of Annual Meeting

Sample of Legal Cases

Plaintiff v. Major Railway Company

Trial Verdict - Jury

Plaintiff v. Heavy Equipment Manufacturer

Summary Judgment

Plaintiff v. Heavy Equipment Manufacturer

Defeat of Class Action

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Education

2007

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

Women in the Law

Happy Birthday Daubert!

Publications

2014

DRI - THE VOICE And the Defense Wins

2010

The National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel Kelsey K. Black and Kenneth W. Waterway Win Defense Verdict in Miami

2007

Suffolk University Law Review Undue Protection v. Undue Punishment: Examing the Drinking and Driving Problem Across the United Statese

2005

Suffolk University Law Review Tort Law - Diminishing the Burden Placed on Plaintiffs to Prove Municipality Liability

Languages

English

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