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After graduating from Stetson Law School in St. Petersburg, Florida in 1992, I immediately fulfilled my dream of becoming a Prosecutor. I served for sixteen years as an Assistant State Attorney right here in Tampa, Florida. I worked hard and moved up the ranks to become a Felony Division Chief responsible for thousands of criminal cases and training and supervising hundreds of young prosecutors.
I prosecuted over 7,000 cases during the course of my prosecution career including every type of crime from DUI, Domestic Violence Battery, Drug Possession, Burglary, Theft, Trafficking in Illegal Drugs, Robbery, Carjacking, Felon In Possession of a Firearm, Aggravated Child Abuse, Aggravated Battery, Attempted Murder, DUI Manslaughter, Vehicular Homicide, to First Degree Murder. I personally litigated over 200 Non-Jury Trials and over 100 Jury Trials. I supervised attorneys responsible for thousands of felony cases.
In January of 2004, I took on the task of creating and supervising the first Traffic Homicide Unit in Hillsborough County. For the next five years, I specialized in prosecuting traffic homicides, in fact I handled every traffic homicide that occurred in Hillsborough County. My caseload included hundreds of cases involving DUI Manslaughter, No Valid Driver's License with Death, Vehicular Homicide, Leaving the Scene with Death, Manslaughter, and First Degree Murder.
In 2008, I left the Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office at the pinacle of my prosecution career to begin my own law practice specializing in criminal defense. I formed Kim Seace P.A. and fulfilled my next big dream of running my own law firm. I look forward to putting all my training, knowledge, and experience to work for you in your case.
28 years experience in the criminal justice system. Call now for a free consultation!
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
33 years
DUI and DWI
15%
Domestic Violence
10%
Drug Crime
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2020
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 33 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Kim Seace, P.A.
Winthrop Town Center, 11131 Winthrop Market Street, Riverview, FL, 33578
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Posted by DALE | April 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Incredible Job - thank you.
Kim was able to take a task that several other attorneys before her were not able to do. It did take some time due to the complexity of the issues, but she was patient with me, and helped me take care of each hurdle as it came up. Kim responded to my inquiries and guided me as needed. I would high...
Posted by Yarelys | August 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
One of the best attorneys!
Ms.Seace is one of the best attorneys I have come across yet! Super professional, compassionate about her clients and very determined to get the best outcome there is. She’s literally been there for me since day one, answering any calls, texts, questions I had about my case and fought until the very ...
Posted by Robert | April 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
a review
My case had to be handled from out of state and Kim Seace made the experience trouble free. She was clear in letting me know my options. She was very fair and did what she said she could do in a timely manner. The whole case was handled without the inconvenience of having to travel back to Florida....
Posted by Leah | February 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Very Greatful
Kim eased our mind about our legal situation and explained the process at every step. She was always very kind, very patient, and she worked tirelessly to contact the plaintiff and keep an open liaison with the clerks office and the prosecutor. She got my case dropped and started the expungement proc...
Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2012
BEST LAWYER, hands down.
She believed in me when not too many did. She kept me informed at all times, gave me good advice, and fought for me. I know it's her job, but she went above and beyond. In a way, she changed a couple things that overall made a big difference, not just for me, but for everyone else. She is very helpfu...
Kim Suzanne Seace's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Seace is an outstanding advocate for her clients. I witnessed this firsthand while at the State Attorney's Office."
"Kim has always been considered an excellent litigator and is always very well prepared. I have worked both with her and on the opposing side it was always a pleasure. I heartily endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Km professionally for a long time. Extremely knowledgeable and skilled as an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Seace has a tremendous amount of experience in criminal court matters, whether the issue is an allegation of dui or murder. She is highly respected in the legal community as an advocate of well presented, logical arguments. She is always prepared, is the voice of reason, and a very compassionate advocate. I endorse this highly ethical and talented lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Kim. She is an outstanding trial lawyer and a true warrior for justice."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Kim is a superb criminal defense lawyer. She is aggressive, compassionate, and fights like a warrior for her clients."
"I met Kim Seace while she was a prosecutor at the Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office, where she was a zealous advocate on behalf of her clients. She has vast experience in the area of traffic cases involving DUI and other issues. I would recommend her to others in cases I have a conflict."
"I have known Ms. Seace for over 10 years. When I first met her she was a supervising attorney at the State Attorney's office and she was an excellent trial attorney. She was tough but very fair. As a defense attorney, I have come to know her as being well-prepared and well-versed in the law. She is still tough as nails and a strong advocate for her clients. She is one of the best attorneys in Tampa I have come to know. I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I have known Kim for years and have handled matters against her and with her, as co-counsel. Kim is a top flight lawyer -- always thorough and exceedingly well-prepared."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Byron Hileman Homicide Criminal Defense Legal Excellence Award, Ita Neymotin, Regional Counsel Second District
2007
Florida Prosecutor of the Year Award 2007, MADD
2004
"The Amiga Award", Tampa Hispanic Heritage Association
1991
Mock Trial Board, Stetson College of Law
1988
Golden Key National Honor Society, USF
1988
Pi Gamma Mu - International Honor Society for Social Science, USF
1988
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, USF
1984
Themis Honor Society, USF
1984
Phi Eta Sigma Honor Socity, USF
1983
Freshman Scholar Award, USF
Work Experience
2008 - Present
President, Kim Seace, P.A.
1992 - 2008
Assistant State Attorney, Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office
Associations
2020 - Present
D.O.T.S. U.M.W.Chairwoman
2019 - Present
Human Development Center, Inc.Vice President, Board Member
2017 - Present
Riverview Chamber of CommerceMember
2015 - Present
Cooley College of LawAdjunct Professor
2010 - Present
Hillsborough Community CollegeAdjunct Professor
2006 - Present
United Methodist WomenMember
2002 - 2008
Cub Scout LeaderDen Leader
2000 - 2003
Florida Bar Grievance CommitteeChair
1991 - 1996
Girl Scouts of AmericaLeader
Sample of Legal Cases
STATE OF FLORIDA VS. J. R.
All Charges DISMISSED!
STATE OF FLORIDA VS. J. R.
All Charges DISMISSED!
Education
1992
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
University of South Florida
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2020
USF Criminology Conference
Crime and Justice in America
2019
USF Criminology Conference
Crime and Justice in America
2018
USF Criminology Conference
DUI Manslaughter, Traffic Homicides
2018
Police Academy Training
Depositions and Trial Testimony
2017
USF Criminology Conference
DUI Manslaughter, Traffic Homicides
2017
Law Enforcement Training
Traffic Homicides
2016
USF Criminology Conference
DUI Manslaughter, Traffic Homicides
2013
CLEUpdate
Traffic Homicides
2010
Medical Malpractice Litigation
Traffic Homicides
2007
Forensic Files, "Muffled Cries"
Homicide Investigation
2007
Criminal Law Update
Criminal Law Update - DUI
2007
A Crash Course in Traffic Homicide
Traffic Homicides
Publications
2018
USF Criminology Summer Camp
A Crash Course in Traffic Homicide
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is it true the expiration on a plea agreement is not enforced?
13 Aug 2020
Q&A
Is there any chance of not going to prison if convicted of Armed burglary?
13 Aug 2020
Q&A
Is it illegal to record traffic ?
25 Feb 2020