Kirk T. Bauer

Born in New Haven, Connecticut on April 24, 1960, Kirk T. Bauer began the practice of law in 1985 and established the law firm of Bauer and Associates in 1992.

Mr. Bauer concentrates his practice in business law, real property law, Homeowners’ Association Law, estate planning and probate matters. He represents individuals, public and private corporations, buyers and sellers, non-profit groups, and home owners association boards. Mr. Bauer attended Stetson University and Stetson University College of Law in DeLand, Florida.

He is a member of the Volusia County Bar Association (Past President), Florida Bar, and the American Bar Association. He is licensed to practice in all Florida State Courts. Mr. Bauer has also served on the Statewide Nominating Committee for Workers Compensation Judges, 7th Judicial Circuit Florida Bar Grievance Committee, Volusia County Law Library Board, Volusia County Sheriff’s Youth Foundation, local municipality committees, homeowners’ association boards, bank boards, and many other volunteer positions.

Mr. Bauer has practiced law in DeLand, Florida since 1985. He and his wife have 4 children and three grandchildren. Mr. Bauer has resided in DeLand for over 30 years, is an instrument-rated pilot and is active in his church and various community events and activities.

He can be reached at kbauer@delandattorneys.com.

Matthew W. Thompson

Born in Lakeland, Florida, September 16^th, 1979, Mr. Thompson grew up as a fourth generation Floridian.  He attended Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida, obtaining his Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science.  He thereafter acquired his law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville, Florida, and has been licensed to practice in all Florida state courts since 2006.

Attorney Matt Thompson worked for over five years in the State Attorneys Office having extensive trial experience handling homicide cases, sex crimes, career criminal cases, violations of probation, DUI, domestic violence and numerous other high profile cases. Matt has the training and experience to help guide his clients through the legal system to ensure interests are protected and to achieve the best result possible.  Mr. Thompson believes that every client of Bauer and Associates should receive personal attention and be kept fully informed of their case.  He strives to perform timely, thorough, and accurate legal representation in each of his cases.

He is a member of the Florida Bar Association, Volusia County Bar Association, the DeLand Area Chamber of Commerce, Mainstreet DeLand Association and the DeLand Rotary Club. Mr. Thompson and his wife are also small business owners in DeLand and are actively involved in various community activities and events.  He resides in an historic 1923 home in DeLand with his wife and 2 golden retrievers.  Mr. Thompson enjoys running competitively and cycling.

He can be reached at mthompson@delandattorneys.com.