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Stanley T. Padgett, ADR Attorney in Tampa, Florida

Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Commercial RE · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Managing PartneratPadgett Law, P.A.

Tampa, FL

Practicing adr in Tampa since 1982.

44+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
2
Bar admissions

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Stanley T. Padgett is a managing partner based in Tampa, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Commercial RE. Stanley has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Padgett Law, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Tampa, FL
Experience
over 44 years
Known for
ADR · Business · Commercial RE
  • Handles ADR, Business, and Commercial RE matters from Tampa, FL.
  • Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Stanley T. Padgett: Stanley T. Padgett is a managing partner based in Tampa, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Commercial RE. Stanley has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Padgett Law, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Stanley's practice areas in Tampa

Stanley concentrates on adr, business, commercial re, construction, and construction. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stanley handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Tampa, Florida

Stanley takes adr matters in Tampa, 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 Stanley agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Tampa, Florida

Stanley takes business matters in Tampa, 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 Stanley agrees to represent you.

Commercial RE cases in Tampa, Florida

Stanley takes commercial re matters in Tampa, 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 Stanley agrees to represent you.

Construction cases in Tampa, Florida

Stanley takes construction matters in Tampa, 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 Stanley agrees to represent you.

Construction cases in Tampa, Florida

Stanley takes construction matters in Tampa, 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 Stanley agrees to represent you.

Biography

Stanley T. Padgett, adr attorney serving Tampa

Stanley T. Padgett is a managing partner based in Tampa, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Commercial RE. Stanley has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Padgett Law, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Stanley works from Tampa, Florida and takes on adr matters across the region.

Stan Padgett was born in Columbia, South Carolina, and grew up in Kentucky. He graduated from high school in Montgomery, Alabama, and received a Bachelor of Science in Government from Auburn University at Montgomery in 1979. He graduated from Duke University School of Law in 1982, and has been practicing law in Tampa since then. He has been AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell by Martindale Hubbell since 1992 based on the opinions of judges and other lawyers in the Tampa Bay area.

Stan worked for his father's civil engineering firm from the time he was 14 years old, surveying, drafting and doing inspections. During breaks from college, he did utilities construction work. After his first year of law school, he worked for a law firm in Mobile, Alabama assisting in a National Environmental Policy Act case arising out of the reconstruction of the Dolphin Island bridge after a hurricane damaged the original bridge.

After law school, he worked with the Trenam Kemker law firm in Tampa for ten (10) years as a litigation associate and shareholder before starting his own law firm in 1992. Over nearly 34 years of practice, he has handled hundreds of litigation matters for national, regional and local companies and for individuals. His goal is to bring value by using 30+ years of experience to find cost-effective solutions to business and personal problems.

Representative Cases

• Niven v. Dean Witter Reynolds, Inc. 1985 WL 1785 (M.D. Fla.1985)

• Walsh v. Dean Witter Reynolds, Inc. 1985 WL 1786 (M.D. Fla.1985)

• Bonar v. Dean Witter Reynolds, Inc 835 F. 2d 1378 (11th Cir. 1988)

• Allen v. Interstate Securities, Inc. 554 So. 2d 23 (Fla. 2d DCA 1989)

• Interstate Securities Corp. v. Hayes Corp. 920 F.2d 769 (11th Cir. 1991)

• Creighton v. State Farm Auto Ins. Co. 696 So.2d 1305 (Fla. 2d DCA 1997)

• Coryell v. Morris 754 So. 2d 787 (Fla. 2d DCA 2000)

• Boyd v. Halstead 817 So. 2d 1092 (Fla. 2d DCA 2002)

• Wallace v Buttar 378 F.3d 182 (2nd Cir. 2004)

Honors

• AV Rating - Martindale Hubbell, 1992

Classes & Seminars

• Construction Contract Workshop, Half Moon Education, Inc., 2015

• Thunderbird Global Wealth Mgmt. Summit, Thunderbird Univ., 2010 to 2011

Representative Clients

• Poole & Kent Company of Florida

• Wilder Corporation of Delaware

• AFS Janitorial, LLC

• Bay to Bay Lending, LLC

• Granada Lakes Villas Condominium Association, Inc.

• Cool Air Solutions, Inc. d/b/a Graham Heating & Air Conditioning

• NASCO Aerospace & Electronics, LLC

• McBride Kelly & Associates, LLC

• Sunny Coast Construction, Inc.

• All Trades Historical Restoration, LLC

• Brisa Del Mar, LLC

Professional Associations

• The Florida Bar, 1982 to Present

• Hillsborough County Bar Association

Working with Stanley on a adr matter

Stan Padgett was born in Columbia, South Carolina, and grew up in Kentucky. He graduated from high school in Montgomery, Alabama, and received a Bachelor of Science in Government from Auburn University at Montgomery in 1979. He graduated from Duke University School of Law in 1982, and has been practicing law in Tampa since then. He has been AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell by Martindale Hubbell…

Clients Stanley works with

Stanley reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and commercial re matters in Tampa and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Stanley studied and practices

  • Duke University School of Law

    J.D. Order · 1982

  • Auburn University

    B.S. Government · 1979

Jurisdictions

Stanley's state bar admissions

  • U.S. Supreme Court

    1995 · ACTIVE

  • Florida

    1982 · ACTIVE

Stanley studied at J.D. Order in Duke University School of Law and B.S. Government in Auburn University.

Law school and academic background

Stanley completed J.D. Order in Duke University School of Law and B.S. Government in Auburn University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stanley runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Stanley's legal honors and published work

Stanley has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Stanley's professional memberships and bar associations

  • The Florida Bar Hillsborough County Bar Association

    membership

Locations

Stanley T. Padgett's office in Tampa

Stanley's primary office is at 201 E. Kennedy Blvd., Suite 600, Tampa, FL, 33602. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Padgett Law, P.A.

201 E. Kennedy Blvd., Suite 600

Tampa, FL 33602

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Stanley T. Padgett — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Stanley. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Tampa.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Stanley T. Padgett — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stanley usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Stanley charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stanley'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; Stanley will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Tampa, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Stanley

Stanley discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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. Stanley confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Stanley's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Stanley T. Padgett

  • How much does it cost to hire Stanley for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stanley walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Stanley offer a free consultation?

    Stanley charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stanley's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Stanley's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple adr 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. Stanley gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Stanley take my case if I'm outside Tampa?

    Stanley 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 — Stanley 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 Stanley?

    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. Stanley will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Stanley accepting new adr clients right now?

    Stanley's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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