Douglass Alan Kreis

Douglass Alan Kreis, Class Action Attorney in Pensacola, Florida

Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 3.5/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

Practicing class action in Pensacola since 1997.

29+
Years practicing
3.5 ★
2 client reviews
1
Bar admission

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Douglass Alan Kreis is a partner based in Pensacola, FL. The practice focuses on Class Action, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Douglass has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz PLLC. Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Based in
Pensacola, FL
Experience
over 29 years
Known for
Class Action · Litigation · Personal Injury
  • Handles Class Action, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Pensacola, FL.
  • Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Douglass Alan Kreis: Douglass Alan Kreis is a partner based in Pensacola, FL. The practice focuses on Class Action, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Douglass has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz PLLC. Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Douglass takes on

Douglass concentrates on class action, litigation, personal injury, product liability, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Douglass handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Class Action cases in Pensacola, Florida

Douglass takes class action matters in Pensacola, 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 Douglass agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Pensacola, Florida

Douglass takes litigation matters in Pensacola, 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 Douglass agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Pensacola, Florida

Douglass takes personal injury matters in Pensacola, 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 Douglass agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Pensacola, Florida

Douglass takes product liability matters in Pensacola, 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 Douglass agrees to represent you.

Wrongful Death cases in Pensacola, Florida

Douglass takes wrongful death matters in Pensacola, 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 Douglass agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Douglass Alan Kreis — class action lawyer in Pensacola

Douglass Alan Kreis is a partner based in Pensacola, FL. The practice focuses on Class Action, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Douglass has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz PLLC. Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.

Member, Environmental Law Society. Participant, Moot Court Competition. Representative, Environmental Law Society Symposium (D.C.), Cumberland School of Law, 1997. Judicial Extern, Honorable Mike Bolin, Probate Judge for the Probate Division, Jefferson County, Alabama.

Douglass's approach to class action cases

Member, Environmental Law Society. Participant, Moot Court Competition. Representative, Environmental Law Society Symposium (D.C.), Cumberland School of Law, 1997. Judicial Extern, Honorable Mike Bolin, Probate Judge for the Probate Division, Jefferson County, Alabama.

The kind of cases Douglass takes

Douglass reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, litigation, and personal injury matters in Pensacola and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Cumberland School of Law of Samford University

    J.D. · 1997

  • Mercer University

    B.A. Political · 1992

Jurisdictions

Douglass's state bar admissions

  • Florida U.S. Distric

    1997 · ACTIVE

Douglass studied at J.D. in Cumberland School of Law of Samford University and B.A. Political in Mercer University.

Law school and academic background

Douglass completed J.D. in Cumberland School of Law of Samford University and B.A. Political in Mercer University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Douglass runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

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

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Affiliations

Douglass's professional memberships and bar associations

  • The Florida Bar

    membership

Locations

Douglass Alan Kreis's office in Pensacola

Douglass's primary office is at 17 E. Main Street, Suite 200, Pensacola, FL, 32502. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz PLLC

17 E. Main Street, Suite 200

Pensacola, FL 32502

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Douglass Alan Kreis — 3.5/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews

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

3.5

2 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire Douglass Alan Kreis — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a class action attorney in Pensacola, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action 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 Douglass

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every class action 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. Douglass confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Douglass Alan Kreis

  • How much does it cost to hire Douglass for a class action case?

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

  • Does Douglass offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do class action cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple class action 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. Douglass gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Douglass take my case if I'm outside Pensacola?

    Douglass 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 — Douglass 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 Douglass?

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

  • Is Douglass accepting new class action clients right now?

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

Areas served

Class Action attorneys serving Pensacola, Miami and Tampa in Florida

Douglass handles class action matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified class action attorneys in that community.

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