Tampa, Florida · Business & Employment Law
Legal guidance for your business: helping you build smarter & stay protected.
Monticello Law Firm, PA exists to help keep small business owners out of trouble.
The mission is practical and protective: to help small business owners understand the legal “box” they need to stay within, make informed decisions, and prevent avoidable problems before they become expensive distractions. Monticello Law Firm stands for protecting small businesses with clear guidance, honest counsel, and legal support that feels both sophisticated and easy to work with.
“I was bold in the pursuit of knowledge, never fearing to follow truth and reason to whatever results they led, and bearding every authority which stood in their way.”
— Thomas Jefferson
Meet Your Attorney
Kimberly Isner Monticello
Attorney & Managing Partner
Kimberly Isner Monticello focuses her practice in the areas of employment law, workers' compensation, and business law defense, and represents both individuals and businesses.
Kim received her Juris Doctor, Cum Laude, from Stetson University College of Law and a Bachelor of Science from Kent State University. She has over 15 years of human resource and business management experience which provides her with a unique perspective to evaluate and serve the needs of her clients.
Prior to attending law school, Kim had a successful career in retail management, where she regularly encountered many of the issues confronting well meaning business owners today. Because of her background, she understands the importance of developing long term client relationships through communication, trust, and cost effective legal services. She also consults with clients on ways to anticipate, prevent, and resolve potential legal issues before they develop into litigation.
-
While attending Stetson, Kim received the Maria G. Martin Award for writing the best treatise in legal ethics, served on the Student Leadership Development Committee, and was included in Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities.
Kim also served as an intern for the Honorable Ralph Stoddard of the 13th Judicial Circuit of Florida, and the Honorable Elizabeth Jenkins of the United States District Court, Middle District of Florida. Currently, Kim is a Member of the Ferguson-White Inn of Court, the Hillsborough County Bar Association, and serves on the Stetson Lawyers Association Advisory Counsel.
Kim's core values include open and consistent communication, working with clients to create a litigation plan that fits into any budget, and practical evaluation of legal issues.
- J.D., Cum Laude — Stetson Law
- B.S. — Kent State University
- Florida Bar — Licensed 2014
- Hillsborough County Bar Association
- Ferguson-White Inn of Court
- 15+ Yrs Business & HR Management
Practice Areas
How We Can Help
Business owners face legal issues on a daily basis. Sound policies, early identification of risk, and a trusted legal partner can prevent small issues from becoming costly litigation.
HR Policy & Consulting
Development of human resource policies, employee handbooks, and management training to minimize your legal exposure before issues arise.
Business Contracts & Disputes
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating business contracts, as well as representing clients in commercial disputes and breach of contract matters.
Employment Law
Wage and hour compliance, employment discrimination and harassment defense, ADA compliance, non-solicitation agreements, and unemployment appeals.
Workers' Compensation
Defense representation for employers in workers' compensation claims, helping you navigate the process efficiently and protect your business.
It is cheaper, calmer, and smarter to prevent a legal problem than to resolve one.
Led by Kimberly Isner Monticello, the firm is built for business owners who want accessible, sophisticated, honest legal guidance from someone who understands both the law and the realities of managing people, solving problems, and running a business.
Transparent
Open, consistent communication throughout every matter — no surprises on your bill or your case.
Practical
Real-world solutions that account for your business realities, not just legal theory.
Flexible Fees
Flat-fee arrangements available when possible, so you always know what to expect.
Proactive
We help you anticipate, prevent, and resolve issues before they become costly litigation.
Our Philosophy
A Different Kind of Law Firm
Monticello Law Firm, PA is a boutique Tampa law firm serving small business owners and professional clients in business law and employment law.
Unlike many business law attorneys who do not focus on employment law, and many employment law practices that handle employment matters only, Monticello Law Firm brings both together. This gives small business owners a more practical legal resource for the issues that actually show up in daily operations: contracts, employees, independent contractors, vendors, customers, compliance, disputes, and prevention.
“I've been in business over 30 years and consulted plenty of attorneys. Kim has outshone every one of them. Knowing she's on my side gives me real peace of mind.”
— Business Owner, Tampa“Kim is a small business owner's most valuable resource. Her advice prevents costly litigation before it starts — and if it does start, she has the experience and temperament to guide you through it.”
— Attorney EndorsementIn Their Words
What Clients Say
Get in Touch
Let's Discuss
Your
Business Needs
Whether you were referred to Kim or are exploring your options, we welcome the conversation. Fill out the form and Kim will be in touch personally.
Tampa, FL 33609