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Bryan Kessler 


I am a Florida attorney with courtroom and litigation experience, dedicated to professionalism, preparation, and the fair administration of justice. Throughout my career, I have represented individuals, families, and businesses in complex civil matters, regularly appearing in court and gaining firsthand experience with the responsibilities and challenges faced by judges and litigants alike.

In addition to my practice, I have been deeply committed to service within the legal community, including leadership roles focused on promoting professionalism, supporting the legal system, and advancing public confidence in the courts.

These experiences have reinforced my belief that judges must be impartial, patient, and respectful, ensuring that every person who enters the courtroom is heard and treated with dignity.
As a candidate for circuit court judge, I bring extensive legal experience, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to applying the law fairly and faithfully. I am seeking to serve our community by upholding the integrity and independence of the judiciary and ensuring that the courts remain a place where justice is administered thoughtfully, respectfully, and without favoritism.
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Experience 

Bar Admissions

  • State of Florida (2012)

  • U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (2015)

  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (2019)

  • U.S. Tax Court (2012)

Legal Experience

Bryan is the founder of a boutique law firm based in Venice, where he has handled both litigation and transactional matters.

His practice includes:

  • Civil litigation

  • Wills, estates, and trusts

  • Mergers and acquisitions

  • Commercial and residential real estate

  • Business transactions

  • Tax law

  • Appellate law

This diverse experience has given him a broad understanding of complex legal issues and the real-world impact of judicial decisions.

Education

Bryan earned his Juris Doctor in 2012 and went on to complete a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation at the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 2013. His education laid the foundation for a career dedicated to careful analysis, sound judgment, and practical legal solutions.

Quasi-Judicial Experience
Bryan has served as a Sarasota County Special Magistrate for Code Enforcement since January 2022.

In this role, he has:

  • Conducted evidentiary hearings

  • Reviewed testimony and documentary evidence

  • Issued written orders

  • Presided over zoning matters

  • Heard appeals of parking violations

  • Considered lien reduction requests

This experience demonstrates his ability to evaluate evidence impartially and apply the law fairly in a quasi-judicial setting.

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