Janelle M. Acevedo

Janelle M. Acevedo is an associate in the Miami office of Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A. She practices in construction defect defense and represents clients facing disputes involving construction projects and alleged deficiencies. Her work requires careful evaluation of the facts, records, damages, and legal issues involved in each claim. Janelle brings a focused approach to construction matters and helps clients understand the legal and practical considerations that may affect their defense.

Janelle earned her J.D. from Florida State University College of Law and a B.A. in Accounting from Florida State University. During law school, she served on the boards of the Mock Trial Team and the Business Law Society. Her accounting education supports her ability to assess financial records, damages, and business issues that may arise in construction litigation. Her advocacy training also provides a strong foundation for legal research, case preparation, negotiation, and courtroom work.

Before joining Cole, Scott & Kissane, Janelle worked as a law clerk for a boutique defense firm whose practice focused primarily on construction matters. She also gained accounting experience through an internship with a nonprofit organization in Tallahassee and summer internships in the accounting department of a Fortune 500 construction and infrastructure company. This combination of legal and financial experience gives her practical insight into construction operations, business records, and the disputes that can develop during complex projects.

Janelle M. Acevedo is admitted to practice in Florida and is a member of The Florida Bar. Her background in accounting, construction-related legal work, and trial advocacy helps her approach matters with attention to both legal strategy and financial detail. She works to identify the central issues in each claim, organize relevant information, and support efficient case preparation. Through careful analysis and practical problem solving, Janelle assists clients in defending construction defect claims and managing litigation risk.

Law Office Affiliations

• Associate, Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.
• Member, Florida Bar

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• Florida State University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Florida State University
  BA in Accounting

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