Kevin Gregory Staas

Kevin Gregory Staas

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 26 years

Elder law Lawyer at Venice, FL
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate, Real Estate

230 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 1, Venice, FL

About Kevin

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Elder Law 35%

16 years

35%
Probate 25%

22 years

25%
Real Estate 15%

22 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 26 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2000

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Staas Law Group, P.L. (formerly Mazzeo & Staas, P.L.)

230 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 1, Venice, FL, 34285

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Kevin Gregory Staas's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | March 04, 2010 | Lawsuits & Disputes

A Good Lawyer is Hard to Come By

While moving into a new town where I hardly knew anyone and no one knew me I found myself in need of a lawyer. As luck would have it (for the other lawyers were too busy to take me on as a case) I landed at Mr. Kevin Staas' doorstep. Personally I find the law confusing and coming from a different ...state I needed to learn quickly about my rights, as I explained my case Mr Staas, he made me feel immediately comfortable and that I was not alone in my time of duress. He explained, he kept me informed, he consulted with other lawyers, he researched and dedicated his time and knowledge with me in such an easy and comprehensible manner that I knew I was in good hands. My emotions wanted to take over while Kevin kept giving me good sound council, advice and direction that I was able to make the right decisions at the right time. He restored my faith in the human race by his trustworthiness and his ethical manner of his work. In a friendly environment he got down to some very serious business. He always kept me informed of any new or changing issues. But most of all he made me feel welcomed and respected. I'll always be grateful.

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Kevin Gregory Staas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gerald O'Brien

Elder law lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kevin is a skilled attorney with the highest of ethics. He does a great job for his clients and I endorse him without reservation."

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James Mills

Elder law lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Rheingans

Real estate lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Kevin since 2003. He is a capable, intelligent and creative attorney. I have personally used Kevin as a title agent to close on my first home. Additionally, I have litigated against Kevin in several matters and he has always been a worthy adversary and knows when to compromise to best serve his clients."

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David Harris

Elder law lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Kevin is a hardworking, conscientious,and dedicated attorney. He is known to give that extra effort on behalf of each client. I highly recommend him."

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Anthony Ryan

Estate planning lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have personally litigated a case against Kevin and I can tell you his is more than a handful in court. He fights for his clients with everything he has, and does so in an honest and professional manner."

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Peter Collins

General practice lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. He aggressively represents his client’s interests and is willing to take on challenging and difficult cases."

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Diane Bernick

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Kevin on several estate planning files. These include probate and long term care cases as well as more traditional estate planning. I have always had an excellent experience with Kevin. He is honest, fair, bright and hard working. Our law firm in Michigan uses Kevin almost exclusively for any legal needs they have in Florida."

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Julie Collins

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Mark Mazzeo

Elder law lawyer

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Robert Harrison

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Rheingans

Real estate lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2007

Most Unique Venice Holiday Parade Float, City of Venice

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Partner, Mazzeo & Staas, P.L.

2002 - Present

Attorney, Kevin G. Staas, P.A.

2004 - 2004

Adjunct Professor, Keiser University

2000 - 2002

Assistant State Attorney, Office of the State Attorney, 12th Judicial Circuit

Associations

2009 - Present

National Association of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2009 - Present

Elder Law Section of the Florida Bar

Member

2003 - Present

Real Property & Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar

Member

2002 - Present

Sarasota County Bar

Member

2012 - 2013

Sarasota County Bar Association, South County

Co-chair, Technology Road Show Committee

2010 - 2011

Sarasota County Bar Association, South County Division

Steering Committee

2010 - 2011

Sarasota County Bar Association, South County Division, Strategic Planning Committee

Co-chair

2006 - 2007

Venice-Englewood Bar Association

Secretary

2005 - 2008

Venice-Englewood Bar Association

Director

2004 - 2005

Keiser University, Advisory Board

Board Member

2002 - 2009

Venice-Englewood Bar Association

Member

Education

1998

Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law

law

1995

Bowling Green State University

Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2010

Michigan Probate & Estate Planning Journal Your Client is Becoming a Resident of Florida... Understanding Florida Homestead Rights

Languages

English

Russian

Ukrainian

Dutch

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