Chris M. Kavouklis

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Chris M. Kavouklis: Attorney with Brennan, Holden & Kavouklis, P.A.
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Biography

Chris Kavouklis is a Florida board certified civil trial attorney and has earned an AV-Pre-Eminent rating from his peers for the highest level of professional excellence. Chris received his Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University in 1987 and later received his Juris Doctorate from Stetson University College of Law in St. Petersburg, Fla. Prior to the full-time practice of law, Chris co-founded and operated a Florida Licensed Dental HMO, providing dental benefits to over 100,000 Floridians throughout the state.

Chris has handled cases ranging from complex commercial litigation involving multi-million dollar claims, including a recent case in excess of $15 million, and catastrophic personal injury cases. Chris has obtained multiple multi-million dollar verdicts in both auto and various other types of personal injury cases.

Chris is admitted to practice law in the state of Florida and the United States District Court, Middle District of Florida. Chris has served as an elected member of the Board of Directors of the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers and the Florida Justice Association. In 2006, Chris received AFTL's Silver Eagle Award and Victory-Valor-Vanguard Award. In 2007, Chris received the Florida Justice Association's Golden Eagle award.

Chris has received two four-year appointments by the Governor's office to serve as a Board Member of the Hillsborough County's Civil Service Board and was elected to serve as the Board's Chairman.

Chris is also a member of the Trial Lawyer's section of the Hillsborough County Bar, the Florida Bar and handles civil litigation matters. Although his practice areas include personal injury, wrongful death, legal malpractice, medical malpractice, nursing home neglect and administrative law, Chris handles a substantial amount of litigation related to premises liability and breach of security.



(Also at Winter Haven Office)

Areas of Practice (8)

  • Personal Injury
  • Wrongful Death
  • Legal Malpractice
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Nursing Home Negligence
  • Administrative Law
  • Premises Liability
  • Breach of Security

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Florida State University, B.S., 1987
Law School Attended:
Stetson University College of Law, J.D.
Year of First Admission:
1999
Admission:
1999, Florida; U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Memberships:
Hillsborough County Bar Association (Member, Trial Lawyer's Section); The Florida Bar; Hillsborough County's Civil Service Board (Board Member; Chairman); Florida Justice Association (Member, Board of Directors); Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers (Elected Member, Board of Directors).
ISLN:
914602314

Peer Reviews

5.0/5.0 (28 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge
  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0
  • Analytical Capability

    5.0/5.0
  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0
  • Communication

    5.0/5.0
  • Legal Experience

    5.0/5.0
  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 04/06/17 in Administrative Law

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 04/06/17 in Personal Injury

    I have known Mr. Kavouklis for over 2 decades. He is an excellent lawyer in the area of personal injury. We have had cases together and he has always demonstarted a great acumen, judgment, and legal knowledge. I highly endorse his experience and know... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 04/06/17 in Premises Liability

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 04/06/17 in Wrongful Death

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 04/06/17 in Personal Injury

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 04/06/17 in Personal Injury

    I have known Mr. Kavouklis for nearly 20 years. In that time I have referred my clients to him because I do not practice personal injury law. He treats his clients well, keeps them informed, and has obtained excellent results. I recommend him highly.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 04/06/17 in Wrongful Death

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 04/06/17 in Personal Injury

    Zealous and highly professional in his advocacy. High marks for integrity, knowledge and analytical skills.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 04/06/17 in Wrongful Death

    Chris Kavouklis possesses all the qualities of an excellent lawyer, including compassion. I have had the pleasure of observing him handle a personal injury case through trial and appeal. He has a command of the law in his chosen field of practice a... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 04/06/17 in Personal Injury

    Chris Kavouklis possesses all the qualities of an excellent lawyer, including compassion. I have had the pleasure of observing him handle a personal injury case through trial and appeal. He has a command of the law in his chosen field of practice a... Read more

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