$ 425-425 per hour
For almost 20 years, Gerald has assisted clients with guardianship, probate and exploitation cases, whether uncontested or those cases which involve litigation. Raised in the Midwest, he served as a deputy sheriff in Hamilton County, Ohio before moving to the Tampa Bay area to attend Stetson University College of Law. Gerald graduated from law school Cum Laude in 1995 and then served five years in the courtroom as a prosecutor for the 13th Circuit State Attorney’s Office in Hillsborough County. He has also served on the Board of several non-profits, including the Florida State Guardianship Association on both the state and local levels, Noah’s Ark of Central Florida and the Center For Guardian Advocacy. Gerald became certified as a Circuit Civil Mediator in 2019, offering mediation services focused on guardianship and probate disputes.
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$ 425-425 per hour
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Acquired: 1995
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124 Kingsway Rd, Brandon, FL, 33510-4602
13 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | 5 stars
Posted by Delta | January 04, 2024
Most understanding and friendliness lawyer around Tampa Bay
Mr Gerald hemness jr... Is such a blessing to the Tampa Bay area he really takes the load off your shoulders on tough situations very understandable and courteous to whom ever is reading this and would like to use their services I highly recommend very easy get in contact with give him a try if you a...
Posted by Maura | November 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
Excellent Attorney
My father and I worked with Mr. Hemness from another state assisting us with a guardianship case. We all knew that it would have its bumps, but his extensive knowledge of both Florida law and laws in other states, ease in navigating the system, and gentle calming manner brought this process to a conc...
Posted by Lorraine and George | December 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
Knowledgable, well-seasoned, personable, and effective!!!
Gerald Hemness' education and experience by themselves are an impressive package. He is a well-seasoned attorney in guardianship law. Gerald can assess your case and give clear, thorough guidance for every step of the way. His patience is unsurpassed, and he promptly answers every question respec...
Posted by Kristen | March 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney
So informative & responsive
Working with Gerald gave me such peace that I was taking all the right steps because I was armed with all the right answers. I am so thankful to have him as part of the team that supports my special needs son.
Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2021 | Estate Planning
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We were referred to Attorney Hemness by a long time friend of our family. Attorney Hemness clarified Florida law as it pertained to the issues we were wrestling with regarding the resolution and distribution of our family property. Mr. Hemness stated the Florida law that was relevant to our situat...
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2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Excellence In Action Award, Hillsborough County School Board
1996 - 2001
Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office Hillsborough County
2018 - 2019
Noah's Ark of Central FloridaBoard of Directors
2007 - 2010
Florida State Guardianship AssociationBoard of Directors
A qualified professional guardian was appointed.
1995
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
2018
2017
The Changing Climate of Guardianship
2017
Guardianship Law Update
2016
Professional Liability
2016
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