The Kilfin Law Firm, P.C.
Donald James Kilfin is a respected criminal defense attorney whose career reflects a rare balance of legal rigor and genuine compassion. A 2000 graduate of Stetson University College of Law, Kilfin has dedicated more than two decades to serving individuals at their most vulnerable moments, guided by a deep belief that every person deserves dignity, fairness, and a strong voice within the justice system.
Before founding The Kilfin Law Firm, P.C., Kilfin served as a prosecutor with the State Attorney’s Office for Florida’s Sixth Judicial Circuit. That experience gave him an invaluable insider’s understanding of how criminal cases are built, negotiated, and tried. More importantly, it shaped his conviction that justice must be pursued with integrity—not just efficiency. His time as a prosecutor continues to inform his defense work, allowing him to anticipate strategy while remaining focused on the human story behind every case.
As the owner of The Kilfin Law Firm, P.C., Kilfin is known not only for his legal skill, but for the kindness and compassion he brings to his practice. Clients often come to him overwhelmed by fear and uncertainty. Kilfin meets them with patience, clear communication, and an unwavering commitment to protecting their rights. He believes that effective advocacy begins with listening, and that trust is the foundation of meaningful legal representation.
Kilfin’s approach to criminal defense is grounded in empathy and accountability. He does not define clients by their charges, but by their capacity for growth and redemption. Through his work, he seeks not only favorable legal outcomes, but restored confidence and hope for the future.
Driven by principle over reputation, Donald James Kilfin continues to exemplify what it means to practice criminal defense with both strength and heart—proving that compassion can be one of the most powerful tools in the pursuit of justice.
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