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4.7 /5.0
42 Client Reviews
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James M. Weaver
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Biography
Attorney Jim Weaver is an accomplished lawyer and founder of Weaver Loveless Law. He focuses his practice on trust and estate planning, probate, real estate, and business transactions.
Jim is a Distinguished Military Graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi, where he studied public relations with a minor in music. He served in Vietnam as a U.S. Army Platoon Leader in support of the 11th Armored Calvary. He went on to study at Tulane University, completing master’s work in music. From there, he later enrolled in law school at the University of Georgia. While there, he served as a Justice on the Law School Honor Court. After earning his J.D., Jim joined a trial practice law firm in Atlanta. He went on to found his own private practice, now known as Weaver Loveless Law.
James M. Weaver PA provides a caring atmosphere for Estate Planning, Probate, Real Estate & Business
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
60%
Probate
20%
Real Estate
15%
Business
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Check
Awards
2025 2024 2019
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Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 49 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1976
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 53 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1972
No misconduct found
Location
Weaver Loveless Law
(863) 678-1515
Fax
240 East Park Avenue, Lake Wales, FL, 33853-3706
welovelaw.com/Online Presence
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James M. Weaver's Reviews
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Posted by Stephanus | October 7, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great experience
Friendly, Professional and Efficient. Great experience working with such a highly professional team.
Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
His knowledge is vast.
Mr. Weaver was very patient with all our questions regarding estate planning. His knowledge on this subject is the reason why our financial advisor recommended him. We are extremely satisfied with the work he did for us. Three of my family members were referred to him and all agree he does excellent ...
Posted by Leila m mccarty | June 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The truth it trumps all
Very professional personable and congenial will always use him going forward
Posted by Buddy | June 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding service.
We recently worked with Jim Weaver and his firm to create an estate plan for my mother, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. Jim was incredibly detailed, professional, and thorough throughout the entire process. He took the time to explain every step clearly, ensuring that we unders...
Posted by anonymous | June 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hire this attorney
Mr. Weaver's insight was excellent in filling our needs. We needed help with managing our estate, and he filled our needs. We will use him in the future for other needs.
James M. Weaver's Lawyer Endorsements
"James Weaver is an ethical lawyer with years of experience and success in his field. He is an expert in advanced estate planning and is driven by ethics and sensibility. James has a wonderful personality and style that makes working with him a pleasurable experience. His years in Lake Wales have proven advantageous to both his clients and to the community at large. If one seeks down to earth professionalism, it can be found here."
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Estate planning lawyer
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Experience
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1996
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1976 - Present
Attorney, Weaver Loveless Law
Associations
2000 - Present
Polk County Real Estate CouncilMember
Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
Member
Florida Bar, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Section
Member
2002 - 2003
Heartland Estate Planning CouncilPresident
Education
1972
University of Georgia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1967
University of Southern Mississippi
Speaking Engagements
2014
Polk County School Board Candidate Forum
Moderator for School Board Forum
2014
District Rotary Conference
Rotary Project for Honduran Girls' Home
2014
Caring For Your Future
Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How much will I get by selling my life estate property?!
03 Feb 2015
Q&A
Fl question: when is a satisfaction and release required
21 Jul 2014