William A. 'Bill' Kempner, Personal Injury Attorney in Tallahassee, Florida
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Workers Comp · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
AttorneyatMorgan & Morgan
Tallahassee, FL
Practicing personal injury in Tallahassee since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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William A. 'Bill' Kempner is an attorney based in Tallahassee, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. William has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Tallahassee, FL
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Personal Injury and Workers Comp matters from Tallahassee, FL.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About William A. 'Bill' Kempner: William A. 'Bill' Kempner is an attorney based in Tallahassee, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. William has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
William's practice areas in Tallahassee
William concentrates on personal injury and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Tallahassee, Florida
William takes personal injury matters in Tallahassee, 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 William agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Tallahassee, Florida
William takes workers comp matters in Tallahassee, 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 William agrees to represent you.
Biography
William A. 'Bill' Kempner, personal injury attorney serving Tallahassee
William A. 'Bill' Kempner is an attorney based in Tallahassee, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. William has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews. William works from Tallahassee, Florida and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Bill Kempner was born in Belleville, New Jersey, in 1967. His family relocated to Florida when he was a child. Returning north after high school, Bill attended Columbia University in New York City where he earned his Bachelor of Arts, played baseball and football for the Columbia Lions, and was the President of his fraternity. While earning his undergraduate degree he also became a member of The Iron Workers’ Union, Local 399 in Camden New Jersey and worked as an iron worker to help pay for his studies.
Bill enrolled in The University of Florida College of Law in 1990 and earned his Juris Doctorate in 1993. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1994.
Bill began his legal career as an insurance defense attorney in Orlando, Florida. He ultimately became a managing partner in a state-wide insurance defense firm, but he had a growing discontent for the unfair and unjust treatment of injury victims. Unable to tolerate the lack of justice, he established his own firm to fight for the accident victims statewide, utilizing the invaluable knowledge he gained within the insurance industry to the benefit of his clients.
Bill has been a frequent lecturer on a broad range of legal topics at seminars and educational conferences. He has also successfully handled a wide variety of appellate issues. Bill joined Morgan & Morgan in 2014 where he continues to tirelessly devote himself to the representation of accident victims throughout North Florida.
Recent Wins
Gail Hartman v. Zaxby's $3,100,000 Personal Injury 2019
Asia Kirkman, et al. vs. Schmidt Reforestation Services $1,999,999 Car Accident 2021
Rosine, Goethe, and Gomes v. Munson $1,500,000 Car Accident 2020
India Haynes v. James Safar and Sarah Timney $1,450,954 Car Accident 2025
Confidential Settlement $1,375,000 Slip and Fall 2020
Private Settlement $1,149,999 General Liability 2022
Ajah Thompson v. Harrison Peterson and Forestech Consulting, Inc. $1,121,925 Car Accident 2022
Private Settlement $1,030,000 Trucking Accident 2025
Private Settlement $1,000,000 Trucking Accident 2023
Private Settlement $1,000,000 Car Accident 2024
Christina Patterson v. Amtec Less Lethal Systems, Inc. and Lynn’s Welding $1,000,000 General Liability 2022
Nancy Ridings v. Perry Liquor Store $990,000 Personal Injury 2022
Private Settlement $850,000 Personal Injury 2024
Noah Patty v. Adam Vignati $832,500 Car Accident 2024
Private Settlement $750,000 Motorcycle Accident 2023
Private Settlement $750,000 Slip and Fall 2024
Cynthia Lunsford v. Robson Da Silva, Select Flooring, LLC and Marble Quality, LLC. $750,000 Car Accident 2025
Maria Salazar v. Samuel Goss $700,000 Car Accident 2024
Private Settlement $600,000 Motorcycle Accident 2018
Private Settlement $549,999 Slip and Fall 2022
Maxwell v. Hallman & Federated Insurance $550,000 Car Accident 2020
Brandy Burns v. Nelson Roldan and Nee Transportation LLC $500,000 Trucking Accident 2025
Erin Hopkins V. Ashley Albertson $450,000 Car Accident 2025
Dorris Davis vs. Olivia Russell and Shannon Cash-Russell $348,159 Car Accident 2022
Edwards, Carrie v. DHaeseleer, Doris $314,060 Car Accident 2023
Davis v. Webb $250,000 Car Accident 2021
Jerry Finuff v. Timothy Bingam and Peaden, LLC $219,500 Car Accident 2021
Davis v. Steak n Shake $152,500 Slip and Fall 2016
Jhones Gonzalez v. Michelle Waldman $139,212 Car Accident 2019
Spurgeon Watson v. Edward Wilner and KRB Music Companies, Inc. $134,000 Car Accident 2019
Joann Davis v. Marion Little $56,800 Car Accident 2017
How William handles personal injury matters
Bill Kempner was born in Belleville, New Jersey, in 1967. His family relocated to Florida when he was a child. Returning north after high school, Bill attended Columbia University in New York City where he earned his Bachelor of Arts, played baseball and football for the Columbia Lions, and was the President of his fraternity. While earning his undergraduate degree he also became a member of The…
The kind of cases William takes
William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and workers comp matters in Tallahassee and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Credentials — where William studied and practices
Columbia University Bachelor of Arts The University of Florida College of Law
Juris Doctor · 1993
Jurisdictions
William's state bar admissions
Florida
1994 · ACTIVE
William studied at Juris Doctor in Columbia University Bachelor of Arts The University of Florida College of Law.
Law school and academic background
William completed Juris Doctor in Columbia University Bachelor of Arts The University of Florida College of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
William's legal honors and published work
William has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
William's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships: •The Florida Bar
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Locations
William A. 'Bill' Kempner's office in Tallahassee
William's primary office is at 313 North Monroe Street, Suite 401, Tallahassee, FL, 32301. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Morgan & Morgan
313 North Monroe Street, Suite 401
Tallahassee, FL 32301
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Client reviews of William A. 'Bill' Kempner — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of William. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Tallahassee.
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How to hire William A. 'Bill' Kempner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with William usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
William charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain William'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; William will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Tallahassee, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 William
William discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
William's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about William A. 'Bill' Kempner
How much does it cost to hire William for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. William walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does William offer a free consultation?
William charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check William's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Florida typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can William take my case if I'm outside Tallahassee?
William 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 — William 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 William?
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. William will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is William accepting new personal injury clients right now?
William's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Tallahassee, Miami and Tampa in Florida
William handles personal injury matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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