Board Certified Real Estate Attorney

When you need a probate, business or real estate attorney in St. Petersburg, Florida, James W. Martin provides experience, knowledge and professionalism. Being board certified in real estate law by The Florida Bar, he brings a rare perspective to every case — expertise in real estate law and practice. And having written four volumes of Florida real estate legal forms books and seven volumes of books on Florida legal entities, including LLCs, corporations and partnerships, he understands the nuances and practicalities of dealing with those assets.

James W. Martin attended Georgia Tech, Stetson University, and Stetson University College of Law, earning both a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and a Juris Doctor degree in Law. In recognition of his distinguished contributions, attorney Martin was inducted into the Stetson College of Law Hall of Fame. In addition to his law practice, he is an Adjunct Professor of Law at Stetson University College of Law, which in 2026 is ranked #1 in the nation for Legal Writing and Trial Advocacy by U.S. News & World Report. And James W. Martin has earned the highest professional ratings from Martindale, Super Lawyers, Avvo, Lawyers.com, and Justia — testament to his integrity, skill, and dedication to client service.

Probate Administration: Formal, Summary, and Ancillary

There are three types of probate administration in Florida, and James W. Martin handles all of them: summary probate administration, formal probate administration, and ancillary probate administration. He also addresses homestead rights, exempt property, creditor claims, and court approvals. He assists in compliance with the procedural requirements under the Florida Probate Code (Chapters 731–740, Florida Statutes), as well as the Florida Probate Rules promulgated by the Florida Supreme Court.

Real Estate Sales in Pinellas County

From reviewing contracts to closing documents, Florida Bar Board Certified Real Estate Lawyer James W. Martin provides legal advice regarding the sale of real estate in Pinellas County, Florida. Because many estates involve real estate, Attorney Martin’s Florida Bar Board Certification in Real Estate Law gives clients a critical advantage. He advises clients on:

• Drafting and reviewing contracts for sale and closing documents
• Selling real estate held in probate or homestead
• Clearing title and resolving property liens
• Understanding Florida homestead law protections and requirements

He is the author of multiple volumes on Florida real estate transactions published by West Publishing, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble, including Florida Real Estate Sales Contracts and Florida Real Estate Lease Agreements. His guidance helps every transaction proceed as legally sound and efficiently completed.

Why Clients Choose James W. Martin, P.A.

• Decades of Experience: Trusted advisor in probate and real estate law.
• Academic and Legal Excellence: Professor, author, and educator in Florida law.
• Top Rated: Peer-reviewed for ethics and ability across major legal rating services (Super Lawyers, Justia, Avvo, Lawyers.com, Martindale).
• Board Certification: Real estate law expertise recognized by The Florida Bar.

Disclaimer

This page was created for general background and educational purposes, is not legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship.