Kelly M. Canfield Demmery
Kelly M. Canfield Demmery
Associate
"I am a dedicated advocate for my clients, helping them navigate complex legal challenges with integrity and compassion."

Kelly M. Canfield Demmery
Associate
"I am a dedicated advocate for my clients, helping them navigate complex legal challenges with integrity and compassion."
About Kelly
For more than a decade, Kelly has represented clients in litigation matters in state and federal court. She advises carriers and insureds in construction defect, complex commercial litigation, and personal injury related matters through all phases of litigation. She also represents clients in matters involving alternative dispute resolution.
Prior to joining Hinshaw, Kelly represented large financial institutions in consumer financial services litigation, including disputes involving the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA), and Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Kelly also has represented associations in condominium and homeowner association-related matters, including construction defect claims.
Areas of Focus
Recognition
- The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™, Commercial Litigation, 2021 – 2025; Insurance Law, 2021 – 2025
- Florida Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2016 – 2021
- Daily Business Review, Professional Excellence Awards, Insurance Litigation Department of the Year – Midsize Firms, 2019
Credentials
Education
- St. Thomas University School of Law, JD
- University of Miami, BA
Bar Admissions
- Florida
Court Admissions
- US Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida
- US Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Florida
- US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida
- US District Court for the Middle District of Florida
- US District Court for the Northern District of Florida
- US District Court for the Southern District of Florida
Thought Leadership
Publications
- Co-Author, "The Florida Legislature May Have Made It More Expensive, but Hopefully Safer, to Live in a Condominium," Daily Business Review, August 25, 2025
In The News
Press Releases
- 105 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2025 Editions of Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch, Aug 15, 2024
- 101 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2024 Editions of Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch, Aug 17, 2023
- Eighty-Seven Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2023 Editions of Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch, Aug 18, 2022
- Sixty-Seven Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2022 Edition of Best Lawyers, Aug 19, 2021
- Sixty-Five Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2021 Editions of Best Lawyers and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Aug 20, 2020
Interests
Did you know...
Devoted to her family, Kelly enjoys engaging in activities with her husband, including boating, going to concerts, and traveling—Key West is a favorite destination.
She is a fan of her alma mater’s football team, the Miami Hurricanes. Go Canes!
Community/Civic Activities
- Legal Aid Service of Broward County, Advice and Counsel Hotline, Pro Bono Volunteer
- The Florida Rights Restoration Coalition, Voting Rights Restoration Project, Pro Bono Volunteer
Thought Leadership
Publications
- Co-Author, "The Florida Legislature May Have Made It More Expensive, but Hopefully Safer, to Live in a Condominium," Daily Business Review, August 25, 2025
In The News
Press Releases
- 105 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2025 Editions of Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch, Aug 15, 2024
- 101 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2024 Editions of Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch, Aug 17, 2023
- Eighty-Seven Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2023 Editions of Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch, Aug 18, 2022
- Sixty-Seven Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2022 Edition of Best Lawyers, Aug 19, 2021
- Sixty-Five Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2021 Editions of Best Lawyers and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Aug 20, 2020
Kelly's Insights

Press Release
Aug 15, 2024
105 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2025 Editions of Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch

Press Release
Aug 17, 2023
101 Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2024 Editions of Best Lawyers in America and Ones to Watch

Press Release
Aug 19, 2021
Sixty-Seven Hinshaw Lawyers Recognized in 2022 Edition of Best Lawyers

Press Release
May 2, 2019
Hinshaw Adds Large Team of Insurance Law Professionals to its Fort Lauderdale Office