Carl Randall Stevens, Appellate Attorney in Key West, Florida
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and Car Accidents · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Key West, FL
Practicing appellate in Key West since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Carl Randall Stevens is an attorney based in Key West, FL. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Car Accidents. Carl has over 48 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Key West, FL
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Business · Car Accidents
- Handles Appellate, Business, and Car Accidents matters from Key West, FL.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Carl Randall Stevens: Carl Randall Stevens is an attorney based in Key West, FL. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Car Accidents. Carl has over 48 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Carl takes on
Carl concentrates on appellate, business, car accidents, construction, and contracts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Carl handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Appellate cases in Key West, Florida
Carl takes appellate matters in Key West, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carl agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Key West, Florida
Carl takes business matters in Key West, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carl agrees to represent you.
Car Accidents cases in Key West, Florida
Carl takes car accidents matters in Key West, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carl agrees to represent you.
Construction cases in Key West, Florida
Carl takes construction matters in Key West, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carl agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases in Key West, Florida
Carl takes contracts matters in Key West, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Carl agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Carl Randall Stevens — appellate lawyer in Key West
Carl Randall Stevens is an attorney based in Key West, FL. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Car Accidents. Carl has over 48 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Carl Randall Stevens is a lawyer practicing business law, construction defect, contracts and 13 other areas of law. Carl received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years. Carl practices in Key West, FL.
How Carl handles appellate matters
Carl Randall Stevens is a lawyer practicing business law, construction defect, contracts and 13 other areas of law. Carl received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years. Carl practices in Key West, FL.
The kind of cases Carl takes
Carl reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and car accidents matters in Key West and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
California Western University
J.D. · 1978
University of Southern California
B.A. · 1975
Jurisdictions
Carl's state bar admissions
Florida
2014 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1978 · ACTIVE
California
1978 · ACTIVE
Carl studied at J.D. in California Western University and B.A. in University of Southern California.
Law school and academic background
Carl completed J.D. in California Western University and B.A. in University of Southern California. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Carl runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Carl has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Carl's professional memberships and bar associations
Association of Southern California Defense Counsel Los Angeles and Orange County Bar Associations
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Locations
Carl Randall Stevens's office in Key West
Carl's primary office is at 608 Whitehead St, Key West, FL, 33040-6549. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Carl Randall Stevens — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Carl. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Key West.
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How to hire Carl Randall Stevens — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Carl usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Carl charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carl's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Carl will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Key West, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Carl
Carl discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Carl confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Carl's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Carl Randall Stevens
How much does it cost to hire Carl for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Carl walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Carl offer a free consultation?
Carl charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carl's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Carl's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Florida typically take?
Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Carl gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Carl take my case if I'm outside Key West?
Carl is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Carl will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Carl?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Carl will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Carl accepting new appellate clients right now?
Carl's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Key West, Miami and Tampa in Florida
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