Kristyne Kennedy

Kristyne Kennedy, Business Attorney in Orlando, Florida

Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

PartneratCole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.

Orlando, FL

Practicing business in Orlando since 2000.

26+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review

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Kristyne Kennedy is a partner based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. Kristyne has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Orlando, FL
Experience
over 26 years
Known for
Business · Civil Rights · Employment
  • Handles Business, Civil Rights, and Employment matters from Orlando, FL.
  • Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

About Kristyne Kennedy: Kristyne Kennedy is a partner based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. Kristyne has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Kristyne takes on

Kristyne concentrates on business, civil rights, employment, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kristyne handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Orlando, Florida

Kristyne takes business matters in Orlando, 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 Kristyne agrees to represent you.

Civil Rights cases in Orlando, Florida

Kristyne takes civil rights matters in Orlando, 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 Kristyne agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Orlando, Florida

Kristyne takes employment matters in Orlando, 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 Kristyne agrees to represent you.

General cases in Orlando, Florida

Kristyne takes general matters in Orlando, 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 Kristyne agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Orlando, Florida

Kristyne takes litigation matters in Orlando, 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 Kristyne agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Kristyne Kennedy — business lawyer in Orlando

Kristyne Kennedy is a partner based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Employment. Kristyne has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Kristyne Elizabeth Kennedy is a Partner in the firm's Orlando office. She is an accomplished civil litigation attorney with extensive experience practicing employment law, including litigation, trial experience and providing clients with legal advice and counseling.

Ms. Kennedy’s practice is primarily devoted to employment litigation, with experience litigating issues such as employment discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, benefits, whistleblower, overtime and unpaid wages, leave and disability issues, employment contracts, workplace torts, and other employment law claims under various state and federal laws. She represents clients in all Florida federal and state courts, as well as before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Florida Commission on Human Relations (FCHR), Department of Labor (DOL), and other administrative agencies investigating employer practices. She also provides clients with legal advice and counseling, policy development and compliance training on various workplace law issues, with an emphasis on preventive practices.

Ms. Kennedy is a regular speaker on a variety of employment law topics at seminars and other presentations. She is Past President of the Orange County Bar Association and has also served on other professional boards including the Central Florida Human Resource Association.

Ms. Kennedy has repeatedly been selected as one of Florida’s “Super Lawyers” in the practice area of Employment and Labor. She has also been recognized in U.S News & World Report and The Best Lawyers in America since 2021 in the practice area of Labor and Employment.

Awards & Recognitions

The Best Lawyers in America , Civil Rights Law, Employment Law - Management, Litigation - Labor and Employment, recognized since 2021

Super Lawyers 2012 - 2019

Newsroom

Publications

'Florida 's Drug-Free Workplace Program: An Often-Ignored 'Employer Benefit,' HR Florida Review, Summer 2003

Robert S. Kennedy, Kristyne E. Kennedy & Kathleen M. Bartlett, 'Virtual Environments and Product Liability,' In K. M. Stanney (Ed.), Handbook of Virtual Environments: Design, Implementation, and Applications (pp. 543-554). Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Inc., 2002

How Kristyne handles business matters

Kristyne Elizabeth Kennedy is a Partner in the firm's Orlando office. She is an accomplished civil litigation attorney with extensive experience practicing employment law, including litigation, trial experience and providing clients with legal advice and counseling. Ms. Kennedy’s practice is primarily devoted to employment litigation, with experience litigating issues such as employment…

Who Kristyne represents

Kristyne reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, civil rights, and employment matters in Orlando and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Miami School of Law J.D.

  • University of Central Florida B.A.

Kristyne studied at — in University of Miami School of Law J.D. and — in University of Central Florida B.A..

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

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

  • Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Affiliations

Kristyne's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Perkins Bar Association •Society for Human Resource Management

    membership

Locations

Kristyne Kennedy's office in Orlando

Kristyne's primary office is at Summit Tower, Suite 400, 1900 Summit Tower Boulevard, Orlando, FL, 32810. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.

Summit Tower, Suite 400, 1900 Summit Tower Boulevard

Orlando, FL 32810

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Kristyne Kennedy — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

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

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kristyne Kennedy — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a business attorney in Orlando, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Kristyne

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Kristyne confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kristyne Kennedy

  • How much does it cost to hire Kristyne for a business case?

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

  • Does Kristyne offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do business cases in Florida typically take?

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

  • Can Kristyne take my case if I'm outside Orlando?

    Kristyne 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 — Kristyne 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 Kristyne?

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

  • Is Kristyne accepting new business clients right now?

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

Areas served

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