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James M. Weaver
also known as Weaver Loveless Law
About James
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.
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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
240 East Park Avenue, Lake Wales, FL, 33853-3706
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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Real Estate
Posted by Mark | March 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Fast and efficient service
I needed to have a quit claim deed drafted and sent to an out of State party. The work was completed with great attention to detail and in a timely manner. During the process I was kept informed every step of the way. I will be using them for any future legal work due to their excellent service.
Posted by Jean-Francois | October 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Fast and efficient
We are Canadian and we own a property in Florida. Not knowing what was the best product to protect our investment, Mr. Weaver took the time to explain our options and suggested what was best for us at a very reasonable price. Great service, very efficient and friendly.
Posted by Charles | July 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Real Estate
We hired James Weaver to prepare the documentation for the sale of our home in Haines City Florida as we were in Michigan an unable to any of the local requirements and or the closing. Although we had no direct communication with James, we're confident he was behind the scenes reviewing documents and...
Posted by Corinne | June 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Would use this firm again and highly recommend them.
We engaged their services as an out-of-state property owner who ran into some difficulties with title after the fact. Needless to say we came into our initial communication with a fair level of frustration. Right from the start we felt confident and at ease and even enjoyed our interactions. The effi...
Posted by Jennifer | April 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Quick and Professional
The lawyer and team provided the Deed forms required to swiftly change ownership of our property. We did not have much time to complete the process and the team ensured that everything was processed quickly. Everyone in the firm was professional and courteous.
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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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
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Q&A
How much will I get by selling my life estate property?!
03 Feb 2015
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Fl question: when is a satisfaction and release required
21 Jul 2014