Leon County, Florida

Leon County is located in the Florida Panhandle region of the state. It has a total area of 702 square miles, with 667 square miles of land and 35 square miles (5.0%) of water. Leon County is part of the Tallahassee metropolitan area. It is bordered by Wakulla County to the south, Jefferson County to the east, Gadsden and Liberty counties to the west, and Georgia to the north. 

Demographics 

According to the 2020 U.S. Census, Leon County had a population of 292,198. The racial makeup was 59.9% White, 31.2% Black or African American, 4.5% Asian, 0.3% Native American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 4.0% from other races or two or more races. Additionally, 7.3% were Hispanic or Latino of any race. 

Climate and Natural Disasters 

Leon County has a humid subtropical climate, with long, hot summers and short, mild winters. Average highs are around 92°F in July, and average lows are around 45°F in January. The county is prone to severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes during the summer and fall months. Major hurricanes that have impacted Leon County include Hurricane Kate in 1985, Hurricane Dennis in 2005, and Hurricane Michael in 2018, which caused widespread damage and power outages. 

Denied or Delayed Claims and Bad Faith Practices 

Leon County residents purchase insurance coverage to protect their property during natural disasters. Often, insurance companies employ tactics to deny full compensation and may engage in bad faith practices to minimize coverage. Besides property issues, the numerous businesses in Leon County result in frequent contractual disputes and other civil litigation. 

Property Damage Attorney in Leon County, Florida 

If your claim has been wrongfully disputed or denied, contact Fauntleroy & Satmary, P.A. Our attorneys advocate for the rights of insurance policyholders throughout Leon County and other regions in Florida. We are well-versed in Florida law and will apply our knowledge to your case to achieve the best possible outcome. 

To schedule a consultation with Fauntleroy & Satmary, contact us online or call (813) 835-8888. We serve clients in Leon County and throughout the state of Florida. 

Cities We Serve in Leon County, Florida: 

• Capitola 
• Chaires 
• Fort Braden 
• Miccosukee 
• Tallahassee 
• Woodville