$ 275-350 per hour
Kevin Michael Burke
also known as Kevin Michael Burke TEP PgDip, Kevin Burke
About Kevin
Biography
I enjoy being a lawyer and making a difference in other people’s lives. Whether it’s helping to dismiss a lawsuit brought by a company against a person who has been wrongfully sued, helping someone in simplifying the purchase of their first Florida dream villa, or in filing estate or inheritance tax paperwork in complicated estates to, wherever possible, reduce to zero a large tax bill.
I am a qualified lawyer in Florida, Ohio, and in England and Wales. How did this happen? Well, after law school I qualified as an attorney in the state of Ohio in 1992, and in Florida in 1994. While practicing in Cape Coral, Florida, I was admitted to the federal bar with the Middle District Court in 1994. In visiting Spain in 1997 I met my English wife.
Being both a US and Irish citizen, I decided to take the qualified lawyer transfer test (QLTT) in England & Wales, and I was appointed as a solicitor in England and Wales in 1999. I was employed as a solicitor and US attorney by Bennetts Solicitors, Attorneys, & Notaries that same year. In 2004, after taking the necessary exam in Miami, I was appointed by the Secretary of State for the state of Florida as a Florida Civil Law Notary.
After the completion of a two year course at the University of Cambridge in England, I was appointed by the Faculty Office of the Archbishop of Canterbury as a Public Notary in England and Wales in February 2008. I decided to come off the roll of solicitors in 2010 to set up my own firm and concentrate more on my US legal and notarial practice for my US and European clients with US legal needs. I remain an actively practising English lawyer in my capacity as an English Notary Public, further to which I prepare wills, and handle English probate.
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 31 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 33 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
American Attorney Services
Our Offices 1, Yeowood Farm, Iwood Lane, Wrington, Bristol, BS40 5NU, England, United Kingdom, FL, 33993
Gallery
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
Kevin Michael Burke's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by William Brown | September 6, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Florida Trust, Pour-over Will, & Power of Attorney
Having heard about Kevin from friends who had used him in the past for their wills, we used him to prepare a Florida living trust, will and power of attorney. He addressed all our questions, clearly explaining in simple terms how a trust functions and how to best protect our assets.
Posted by Keith | November 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Helped me carve through a difficult situation
As a UK citizen who jointly owned a property in FL with my UK partner, on her death the difficulties started. Not American, no US will, tenancy not defined on title and UK probate not accepted by the FL court. Kevin Burke was knowledgable in how to approach this difficult situation and resolved th...
Posted by Steve | October 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Defense of claims for Florida based mortgage arrears in 'same name'
I found Kevin through the U.S.Embassy website. Having undergone several months of high anxiety trying to communicate reasonably with Florida based Lawyers determined to pursue me as the person responsible for defaulting on very large mortgage amounts on property in Florida I reached a point where I c...
Posted by Tom | January 29, 2015
Very clear and helpful advice in English and Florida law
We met with Mr. Burke to discuss US and UK estate planning. He explained over a number of phone calls and a meeting at his offices in Bristol how estate taxes may apply to the estates of UK residents and the interesting benefits of relying on the treaty between the US and UK. After going through ou...
Posted by Nigel | March 4, 2013
Review of services offered
Just a short line to say thank you so much for all your assistance in us achieving our final closure on our house in Sarasota (Florida). We really appreciate you seeing us at short notice in your busy schedule to both notarise our documents and for the sound professional advice given to enable us ...
Kevin Michael Burke's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Torrie is an amazing advocate for those in need. I would not hesitate to send my own clients his way."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly endorse Mr. Burke. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who produces great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Kevin. He is well respected among fellow lawyers."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Definitely on the path to greatness."
"I endorse this lawyer. He really knows his craft."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the best lawyers!"
"I endorse this lawyer as one who is a specialist in their field and highly recommend."
"I endorse Kevin Burke. Exceptional attorney who is a highly respected member in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Kevin. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the community."
"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant attorney and a highly respected one in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Kevin Michael Burke is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients very well. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
Theodore Gudorf
Estate planning lawyer
Matthew Gibson
Estate planning lawyer
Aleksandar Cuic
Immigration lawyer
Paul Darby
Probate lawyer
Robert Cohen
Probate lawyer
Judd Nemiro
Family lawyer
Mark Murad
Personal injury lawyer
Richard Rosenstein
Real estate lawyer
Joseph Torri
Family lawyer
Randal Moore
Business lawyer
Michael Waddington
Military law lawyer
Sean Cleary
Personal injury lawyer
Gary Brod
Personal injury lawyer
Aaron Harper
Criminal defense lawyer
John Waters
Criminal defense lawyer
Timothy Kingcade
Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer
Carol Lawson
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Monte Robbins
Criminal defense lawyer
Edward Smith
Medical malpractice lawyer
John Vos
Tax lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Wills & Probate Law Firm of the Year in South West England, www.corp-intl.com
2016
Most Innovative Law Firm of 2016, Bristol, Acquisition International Magazine
2016
Wills & Probate Law Firm of the Year in SW England 2016, Global Law Experts
2015
US Immigration Law Firm of the Year in England - 2015, Global Law Experts (GLE) / 2015 Corporate Intl Magazine Legal Award
2015
Honoree, America's Most Honored Professionals 2015, America's Most Honored Professionals
2015
Nominee, Acquisition International Legal Awards 2015
2015
Nominee, 2015 European Corporate Excellence Awards
2014
US Immigration Law Firm of the Year in England – 2014, Global Law Experts (GLE) / 2014 Corporate Intl Magazine Legal Award
2013
Advanced Certificate in Will Preparation, Society of Trust & Estate Practitioners
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Principal, Kevin Michael Burke, Attorney & Notary t/a American Attorney Services
1999 - 2010
Partner, Bennetts Solicitors, Attorneys & Notaries (in Wrington, Bristol UK)
1992 - 1999
Principal, Law Office of Kevin Michael Burke, Kevin M. Burke, P.A. (Cleveland, OH / Cape Coral, FL)
1991 - 1992
Legal Intern, Miller, Stillman & Bartel, (Cleveland Ohio)
Associations
2012 - Present
American Attorneys in the UKFounding Member
2011 - Present
Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP)Full Member
2008 - Present
The Notaries Society of England & WalesAttorney Member & Course Instructor
2004 - Present
Florida Civil Law NotaryAttorney Member
2004 - Present
National Association of Civil Law NotariesAttorney Member
1999 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - 2013
American Bar Association, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law CommitteeMember
2004 - 2007
Federation of Overseas Property Developers Agents and Consultantsmember
2004 - 2013
Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Sectioncommittee member
2000 - 2013
Section of International Law, Florida Barcommittee member
1999 - 2010
Law Society of England and WalesSolicitor (now former solicitor)
1997 - 2015
American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Sectioncommittee member
Sample of Legal Cases
UK resident without any connection to USA sued by Florida Lender in case of mistaken identity
Dismissal of Lender's Claim - Order granring Defendant's Verified Motion to Dismiss Plaintiff's Complaint for Lack of Personal Jurisdiction, to Quash Service, and Vacate Default
Defense against REMO claim brought in England for interest only on the Florida child support already paid
The English court accepted my argument that as interest was not expressly provided for under REMO that it was solely in their discretion and suggested it was requested far too late and was relief which was not available to English plaintiffs.
Claim under Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act (ILSFDA), breach of contract, securities violations, etc.
favourable Consent Judgment signed and settlement reached
UK minor suffered personal injury while on family holiday in Florida
Florida Judgment for plaintiff minor, English court order that funds could be kept in UK (where favourable interest was available) and acceptance by Florida court of the English court order
Education
2008
University of Cambridge, England
Postgraduate Diploma in Notarial Studies (PGDip)
2004
NACLN
Civil Law Notary
1992
Cleveland State University
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
Kent State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
22 January 2015 - SKY News
Television appearance on UK's SKY International News re legal options of Prince Andrew
2015
2015 AILA Global Immigration Forum - June 17 2015 - Maryland
2015 AILA Global Immigration Forum: Speaker Invitation Jan 11, 2015
2013
Course Instructor for CPE (CLE) Course (Southampton, Chester, Essex, Kidderminster
"American Legal Documents"
2013
Course Instructor at "Continuing Education Day" CPE (CLE) course, 16 May 2013, Grange Holborn Hotel, London
"US Documents, A Practical Approach"
2012
Panel Speaker at OPP (Overseas Property Professional) Live - London Excel, Thursday 11 October 2012
"The Top 5 Legal Pitfalls for Agents and Developers Selling Property
2005
Homes Overseas Exhibition
Panel Speaker at "Buying Florida Property" - Panel of Florida Property Experts, London, UK
Publications
2010
Insider - June 2010 (UK)
"American Dream"
2007
A Place in the Sun Magazine (UK)
"Living and working in the USA"
2004
Florida Magazine (UK)
"Ensuring there are no construction skeletons in your Florida dream home"
2003
Homes Overseas Magazine
"Avoiding the ‘Con’ in Consultancy in U.S. Immigration Scams"
2002
Homes Overseas Magazine
"Buying a Property in Florida? – Make sure you know who’s on your side"
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How should I get my Tax Id number, as an international foreign investor in the US?
20 Dec 2020
Q&A
I’m doing a certificate of trust and my husband and I are the trustees. What does title to trust assets mean?
15 Jun 2020
Q&A
How do I stop my deceased mother boyfriend from racking up toll fees in her car?
18 Jun 2020