Ernest “Skip” Kohlmyer III
LL.M. Global Antitrust and Economics, George Mason University, Antonin Scalia School of Law | LL.M. Transnational Commercial Practice, Lazarski University in coordination with Universität Salzburg and Boston University | J.D. University of Dayton School of Law | B.S. Multinational Business Operations, Florida State University
Florida Collectors Association (Past President) | ACA International | American Bar Association, Antitrust and Consumer Protection Division | Federal Bar Association | Florida Bar | State Bar of Georgia | New York State Bar | Utah State Bar | Montana State Bar | Wyoming State Bar
Ernest H. “Skip” Kohlmyer III is a shareholder at Zimmerman Kiser Sutcliffe, P.A., with more than three decades of experience representing businesses and individuals in commercial litigation, regulatory disputes, and appellate proceedings.
Admitted to practice law in Florida, Georgia, New York, Montana, Wyoming, and Utah, Skip brings extensive litigation experience and a multijurisdictional perspective to sophisticated legal and business disputes. His practice includes U.S. and international commercial and contractual disputes, real estate and property-related litigation, consumer financial services litigation, regulatory compliance, and appellate advocacy.
Western States Practice
In addition to his established Florida litigation practice, Skip is expanding his work in Montana, Wyoming, and Utah, with a focus on property rights, land-use disputes, real estate litigation, and matters involving natural resources. His multistate admissions position him to assist landowners, ranchers, businesses, developers, and property investors with disputes and appellate matters across these jurisdictions.
Skip has taught Montana trial practice and real estate law and maintains a particular professional interest in legal issues affecting Western property owners and businesses. His experience also complements matters involving water rights, mineral interests, land development, and natural-resource-related disputes, particularly where coordinated litigation counsel is needed.
Commercial Litigation and Client Service
Finally, Skip has substantial experience in specific legal matters involving the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). His appellate experience includes representing clients in significant matters before the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
Throughout his career, Skip has emphasized thorough preparation, sophisticated legal analysis, and practical solutions tailored to each client’s objectives. He focuses on building lasting client relationships and draws on the collaborative resources of ZKS to help clients address complex disputes and advance their long-term business goals.
