Pilka Adams & Reed, P.A.
Estate Planning | Serving Brandon, FL
813-502-1097Pilka Adams & Reed, P.A. represents clients in Estate Planning cases in the Brandon, Florida area.
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Trusted Representation In Florida Since 1987
Serving the west coast and central Florida since 1987, Pilka Adams & Reed, P.A. delivers top tier legal representation with a deeply personal touch. With convenient offices in Brandon, Tampa, and Lakeland, this full service firm bridges the gap between big-firm resources and friendly, customized solutions. Their dedicated team possesses vast experience across multiple legal disciplines, including personal injury, estate planning, real estate law, business disputes, and workers' compensation. Known for exceptional availability and extensive knowledge of Florida’s community association and HOA laws, they level the playing field for clients, ensuring customized guidance every step of the way.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Criminal Law
- DUI/DWI
- Estate Planning
- Personal Injury -- Plaintiff
- Real Estate Law
- Business Law
- Workers Compensation
Call 813-502-1097 today to arrange your free initial consultation.
Attorney Daniel F. Pilka
Bar Admissions:
- Florida
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida
Education:
- Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida
- J.D. - 1984
- Honors: cum laude
- Honors: Recipient of Charles A. Dana Scholarship
- Honors: Recipient of the Cecil and Augusta Baily Award for Outstanding Scholastic Achievement
- University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland
- B.A. - 1980
- Major: Economics
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Hillsborough County Bar Association
- Lakeland Bar Association
- Brandon Bar Association, Former President
- Florida Bar Association, Trial Lawyers Section
- Member of Community Association Institute (CAI)
- American Bar Association
- Certified Civil Mediator
- American Association for Justice (formerly ATLA)
- Florida Trial Lawyers Association
- The Florida Bar
Attorney James Adams
Bar Admissions:
- Florida
Education:
- Memphis State University School of Law, Memphis, Tennessee
- J.D. - 05/1992
- University of Alabama
- B.S. - 12/1987
- Major: Commerce and Business Administration
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Academy of Florida Trail Lawyers
- Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Attorney Joseph Scott Reed
Bar Admissions:
- Florida
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida, 2009
Education:
- Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida
- J.D. - 1994
- Honors: Dean's List
- Honors: High Grade (4.0) Construction Law Seminar (Graduation Writing Requirement)
- Honors: Participant in Moot Court
- Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, Oklahoma
- B.S.
- Honors: President's List
- Honors: Dean's List
- Honors: Phi Alpha Theta Honor Society
- Major: Business Administration
- Major: History
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Lakeland Bar Association, Member
- Elder Law Section of the Florida Bar, Member
- Real Property Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar, Member
- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
- Florida Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
- Polk County Estate Planning Council
- Better Living for Seniors of Polk County
- The Lakeland Rotary Club
Attorney Christine Trakas-Thornhill
Bar Admissions:
- Florida, 2001
Education:
- Florida Southern College, 1997
- St. Thomas University School of Law, 2001
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- American Business Women's Association
- Winter Haven Women's Bar Association
Attorney Lauriane Ciccarelli
Bar Admissions:
- Florida
Education:
- Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport/St. Petersburg, Florida
- J.D. - 1997
- University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida
- B.A. - 1993
- Major: History
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Lakeland Bar Association
- The Florida Bar
Attorney Jessica L. Saiontz
Bar Admissions:
- Florida, 2017
- U.S. Supreme Court, 2024
Education:
- Florida International University College of Law, Miami, Florida
- Juris Doctorate - 2011
- Honors: Justice of the Phi Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity
- Honors: Supreme Court Justice for the Student Government Association
- University of Miami
- B.A. - 2004
- Major: Psychology
- Major: Criminology
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- The Florida Bar
- Hillsborough County Bar Association
- Florida Association for Women Lawyers
- Hillsborough Association for Women Lawyers (HAWL)
- Miami-Dade Florida Association for Women Lawyers
- FIU Law Alumni Association
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Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:
Daniel F. Pilka
This attorney practices in Florida and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Litigation and Appeals | Since 2022 |
| Personal Injury | Since 2022 |
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