About Kathy Czepiel
Kathy C. George is a distinguished family law attorney based in Dunedin, Florida, with over 25 years of dedicated experience in marital and family law. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Criminology from the University of South Florida in 1996, laying a solid foundation for her legal career. Following this, she obtained her Juris Doctor from St. Thomas University School of Law in 1998. Since 2000, Ms. George has focused exclusively on family law, representing clients in Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco counties. Her extensive practice includes divorce, child custody, child support, and family law appeals. In addition to her legal practice, Ms.
George is a certified family law mediator, having successfully mediated over 300 cases. This experience gave her the skills to facilitate amicable resolutions in contentious family disputes. She is also trained in the Collaborative Law Process, which emphasizes cooperation and negotiation rather than litigation. This approach is particularly beneficial for families seeking to minimize conflict and prioritize the well-being of children involved in their cases. Ms. George has also served as a Guardian ad Litem in the Sixth Judicial Circuit, where she represented the best interests of children in various family law matters. This role has broadened her knowledge of the challenges faced by children during family disputes. Her commitment to child welfare is further reflected in her active participation in professional organizations. She is a member of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, where she served as President in 2004.
Her leadership in this organization shows her dedication to advancing family law practices in Florida. In addition to her role with the Florida Bar, Ms. George is a member of the Clearwater Bar Association, where she has taken on significant leadership roles. She served as Chair for the Family Law Section during the 2023-2024 term, contributing to the development of family law initiatives in the region. Her involvement with the Canakaris Inn of Court is also noteworthy; she served as President in 2015-2016, President-Elect in 2014-2015, and Treasurer in 2013-2014. These positions highlight her commitment to legal education and professional development within the community. Ms. George is admitted to practice in Florida and before the U.S. Supreme Court.
This lets the attorney represent clients in many legal matters. She is the founder of George & French, Attorneys at Law, located at 1177 Main Street, Suite A, Dunedin, FL 34698. The firm focuses on family law matters, providing personalized representation to clients throughout the Tampa Bay area. As a mother of two sons, Ms. George possesses a unique sensitivity to the needs of parents, which informs her approach to family law cases. Her dedication to the well-being of children and families is evident in her practice and community involvement.
