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Jeffrey Peters Coleman
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I grew up in a large NAVY family. My father flew out of Tampa's MacDill Air Force Base in the sixties and I fell in love with the Tampa Bay community. After law school at our nation's first law school, William and Mary, I came back to Florida to pursue my legal career with a passion for helping out individuals and families. I really enjoy the waterfront lifestyle here. I am a marathon swimmer and live aboard a 48 foot yacht in a marina at Clearwater Beach, Florida.
I am so blessed to have a strong and long serving staff that makes client communication a top priority.
My greatest joy is to work alongside my clients to help them plan for the future. It is amazing to see the relief that clomes from a successful conclusion, whether it be a recovery from a bad stockbroker, the completion of an estate or the preparation of an estate plan that fits the client's circumstances with precision.
Protecting Family, Health and Wealth in uncertain times. A results-oriented Heritage of Success.
WHERE THERE IS A WILL ... THERE IS A WAY! Trust us to help you prepare for life's uncertainties
HAVE YOU BEEN INJURED THROUGH SOMEONE'S NEGLIGENCE? We can help you get through the legal chaos!
TAKEN ADVANTAGE OF BY TRUSTED ADVISOR? Take advantage of our expertise in Investment Fraud Recovery.
Protecting Family, Health and Wealth in uncertain times. A results-oriented Heritage of Success.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Probate
40%
42 years
Estate Planning
35%
42 years
Trusts
15%
42 years
Personal Injury
5%
42 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2022 2014
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 40 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
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Posted by Brad | January 23, 2012 | Estate Planning
Knowledgeable, thorough, patient & reasonable
Jeff & Emily prepared a complete estate planning package for me. All documents, including adjustments due to recent changes in the law and specific stipulations I requested. Everything completed in a professional, timely manner and with patience in dealing with me. I would recommend The Coleman La...
Posted by Charles | May 11, 2015 | Tax
Do not retain this attorney!
In 2005 I was the victim of a theft loss due to the implosion of the Worldwide Entertainment Group. Atty Coleman belonged to a firm that conducted investigations and made recommendations regarding the suitability of filing losses under IRC 165. I paid the firm, and Atty Coleman, several thousand dol...
Jeffrey Coleman
Replied last May 11, 2015Charles, if I understand your comments, you were not dealing with me personally or with Coleman Law Firm. I cannot recall your particular circumstances that occurred over ten years ago. I am sorry that a tax matter did not work out to your satisfaction and I wish you the very best. Jeff Coleman Owner, The Coleman Law Firm
Jeffrey Peters Coleman's Lawyer Endorsements
Theodore Schofner
Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Jan 04
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have known Jeff Coleman for over 20 years and I endorse him without reservation for all cases involving securities and investment fraud. Jeff is well organized, thorough and extremely professional. He is a leader in his field. I refer cases to him knowing that he will do an outstanding job for the clients he serves."
Sidney Kilgore
Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Mar 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Jeff Coleman for well over two decades. He is an outstanding and highly skilled lawyer of great personal integrity. I have turned to him for assistance with respect to legal issues pertaining to securities law and practice."
"I endorse Jeffrey. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Debra Speyer
Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Aug 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Jeffrey Coleman has a reputation among lawyers for being an outstanding plaintiff’s investor rights lawyer and estate planning lawyer. I have known Mr. Coleman for over ten years. Mr. Coleman and I belong to the Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association which is a bar association that represents investors to recover their investment losses. I have also recommended him to clients that needed estate planning services on the East coast of Florida and would not hesitate to do so again."
Debra Speyer
Securities and investment fraud lawyer
Experience
Honors
2022
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Woodbadge Award, Boy Scouts of America
2006
School Board Advisory Committee, Pinellas County School Board
2005
Bar Registry of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2000
Who's Who in the World, Marquis Publishers
1987
Public Service Award for Legal Counsel, Habitat for Humanity
1984
Jessup International Moot Court Semifinalist, College of William and Mary
1976
Eagle Scout with multiple palms, Boy Scouts of America
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Owner, Jeffrey P. Coleman PA
1986 - 1997
Partner, Bonner, Hogan, Pearse & Coleman, PA
1985 - 1986
Associate, Harris Barrett Mann & Dew
Associations
2001 - 2008
Public Investors Arbitration Bar AssociationLecturer or Presenter at Annual Meeting
2001 - 2002
Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association, Governance CommitteeCo-chair
1997 - 2008
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaPresenter at annual meeting
1990 - 1997
American Bar Association, Business Law SectionMember
1988 - 1990
Clearwater Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionPresident
1987 - 2008
Clearwater Bar Association, Probate & Real Property SectionMember and presenter
1987 - 2008
American Trial Lawyers Association, Commercial Law SectionMember, National Chairman, Securities Litigation Division
1985 - 2008
Florida Bar AssociationMember, Professional Conduct Committee
1985 - 2008
American Bar Association, Litigation SectionMember and Continueing Legal Education Presenter
Sample of Legal Cases
Numerous Clients vs.Atlantic Coast Securities
Obtained judgment against the Broker Dealer in excess of One Million Dollars
Cox Heating and Air versus Solomon Smith Barney
Full recovery of losses, cost and attorneys fees plus $200,00 punitive damage award
Education
1985
William & Mary Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
Davidson College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Clearwater Bar Association, Probate and Real Property Section
The Losing of the Green: Recognizing Avoiding and Recovering From Financial Fraud
2005
2005 PIABA Annual Convention
How to Run a Successful Securities Practice
Publications
2010
Florida Bar Journal
Can an Investment Become a Theft for Tax Purposes?
2009
Securities Arbitration (PLI)
The Availability of Ordinary Loss Treatment for Certain Investments under the Internal Revenue Code
2006
PIABA Law Journal
Capital Losses Can Lead to Theft Deductions
Languages
Spanish
Italian
Activity
Legal Answers