WILKINS | von MERTZ

is a litigation law firm serving clients throughout the State of Florida. We are very mindful of the personal and financial costs of litigation. Accordingly, our goal is to quickly and efficiently resolve your case without protracted litigation by utilizing strategies of pre-suit negotiation and early mediation when possible. If those strategies are not successful we have the experience and training to effectively engage in the litigation process.

We pride ourselves on using the latest technology to efficiently handle your case and offer a "paperless" case management option that reduces your cost and streamlines the litigation process. Through assertive and creative solutions to your legal matters we are committed to protecting your interests.

North Florida Office:

8777 San Jose Blvd., Suite 501
Jacksonville, Florida 32217
Tel: 904-374-9430
Fax: 904-239-5468
Email: info@wvmlegal.com

Central Florida Office:

135 North Grove St.
Merritt Island, Florida 32953
Tel: 321-747-0062
Fax: 321-396-7828
Email: info@wvmlegal.com

West Florida Office:

535 Central Avenue, Suite 411
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701
Tel: 727-388-4811
Fax: 727-865-5183
Email: info@wvmlegal.com

Our People

Kimberly Jackson, ESQ.

Kimberly Jackson, Esq., of counsel

Kimberly Jackson graduated with honors from Spelman College in 1993 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Kimberly went on to obtain her Juris Doctorate from Stetson University College of Law in 2002 where she graduated with honors. Upon graduation Kimberly worked with the law firms, of Abbey, Adams, Byelick Kiernan, Mueller and Lancaster, L.L.P., Stephens, Lynn, LaCava and Puya, P.A. Most recently Kimberley was an Assistant City Attorney for the City of St. Petersburg and is of counsel to Wilkins | von Mertz.

Today, Kimberley's practice encompasses a broad range of litigation matters including municipal litigation, premises liability, employment litigation and personal injury litigation. Kimberly is married to Dr. Jaih C. Jackson, D.D.S., (American Family Dental), a dentist in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Dr. and Mrs. Jackson have two children and are members of Pilgrim United Church of Christ in St. Petersburg, Florida. Kimberly is also extremely active in the St. Petersburg area professional and community service oriented organizations. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling with her family and friends, reading and boxing.

Education:

Stetson University College of Law, J.D., 2002
Spelman College, B.A., Honors, Political Science

State Bar Admissions:

Florida, 2003

Court Admissions:

All Florida courts and courts of appeal
United States Middle District of Florida
United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit

Professional Memberships:

American Bar Association
Pinellas County Florida Association of Women Lawyers
Business and Professional Women
St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce Leadership
St. Petersburg Bar Association
University of South Florida
Canterbury School of Florida Finance Committee
Chair of Statewide Political Action Committee
St. Petersburg chapter of the LINKS, Inc.
Orange County Bar Association