James Beckwith

James Beckwith, Esq.

Business Formation, Criminal, Insurance, Landlord & Tenant, Personal Injury, Real Estate, Wills, Trusts, & Probate (Transactional/Litigation)

St. Petersburg, Florida

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Personal Introduction

James Beckwith is the accomplished attorney and founder of Beckwith Legal, PLLC, where he leads a distinguished legal practice dedicated to providing exceptional advocacy and personalized representation to his clients. Beckwith Legal, PLLC, is a distinguished law firm committed to providing exceptional legal services and dedicated representation to clients in diverse areas of the law. With a versatile legal background and an impressive track record, James brings a wealth of experience and expertise to every case he handles. With a passion for trial advocacy and a commitment to achieving outstanding results, James has earned a reputation as a formidable advocate both in the courtroom and at prestigious educational institutions. James Beckwith's journey in law began at the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico, School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor (JD) in 2018. During his time there, he demonstrated exemplary leadership as both the President and Treasurer of the student body, showcasing his natural ability to unite and inspire others. Additionally, he was a member and coach of the Trial Team where he competed in and coached his team through various Federal Trial Advocacy Competitions across the country. Driven by his passion for trial advocacy, James further honed his skills through litigation-intensive study at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA, and St. Hughes College at Oxford University, UK. It was during this time that James distinguished himself as a powerful and persuasive advocate, earning himself the nickname "The Closer." In addition to hitting the books, he was adamant about gaining practical experience. While in law school he spent his summers working criminal trials at the District Attorney of Philadelphia and the USAG JAG Corps Appellate Division in Washington D.C. His ability to skillfully present complex legal arguments and persuasively communicate with judges and juries became his hallmark.

Practice Composition

Transactional/Litigation

Education

Interamerican University of Puerto Rico School of Law
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico School of Law JD (2018)

Practice Summary

Response Time

1 day

Personal Interests & Charitable Work

Recognizing the value of public service, James served as an Assistant State Attorney (Prosecutor), where he played a crucial role in upholding justice and safeguarding the rights of the community. His experience as a prosecutor provided him with invaluable courtroom experience, honing his trial advocacy skills and deepening his understanding of criminal law.

Bar Admissions

Florida

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