Interviewer: Stacy, you are widely recognized as the founder of Kemp Law Group, but your work now extends into the entertainment space. What inspired this expansion?
Stacy A. Kemp: Law has always been about people, not just procedures. While building Kemp Law Group allowed me to advocate within the legal system, storytelling offered another way to bring important experiences into public awareness. Film creates space to highlight voices and issues that deserve attention and understanding beyond the courtroom.
Interviewer: Your professional journey stands out as unconventional. Where did it begin?
Stacy A. Kemp: Before becoming an attorney, I worked as a court reporter for more than seven years. Sitting quietly in courtrooms, recording every word, I observed how legal narratives were constructed and how confusing the process could be for those unfamiliar with it. I saw firsthand how empathy and clear communication could change outcomes. That experience shaped my belief that justice must be accessible and human-centered.
Interviewer: What motivated you to pursue law after that experience?
Stacy A. Kemp: Law school was a deliberate decision to challenge tradition rather than follow it. I wanted to reimagine how the legal system serves people. Earning my J.D. was not about fitting into an existing mold, but about creating a new one.
Interviewer: You launched your own firm early in your career. What guided that decision?
Stacy A. Kemp: Starting Kemp Law Group from the ground up allowed me to design a practice centered on clients, not bureaucracy. Without inherited clients or built-in mentorship, I focused on building systems that removed confusion and met people where they were. That philosophy ultimately led to our remote-first model, enabling us to serve clients statewide across Florida.
Interviewer: The firm has grown significantly. How do leadership and inclusion play a role in that growth?
Stacy A. Kemp: Growth should never come at the expense of values. Today, Kemp Law Group employs more than 70 people and operates without traditional geographic limitations. Diversity and inclusion are intentional priorities, creating opportunities for women, minorities, and emerging professionals who are often underrepresented in the legal field.
Interviewer: How did your interest in filmmaking develop alongside your legal career?
Stacy A. Kemp: After years of hearing client stories and observing how narratives shape understanding in court, filmmaking felt like a natural extension of the same mission. Storytelling has the power to illuminate truth, foster empathy, and give voice to real experiences. Whether before a jury or an audience, the goal is the same—to help people truly see and understand one another.
Interviewer: What defines the projects you are developing in film?
Stacy A. Kemp: I’m focused on stories grounded in authenticity and human experience, particularly those that uplift underrepresented voices. Just as I worked to clarify complex realities in legal settings, I now collaborate with creatives to bring meaningful, lasting stories to the screen.
Interviewer: Looking ahead, what are your priorities?
Stacy A. Kemp: I plan to continue expanding Kemp Law Group within our people-first, remote-centered framework while building deeper collaborations that connect legal advocacy with creative and social impact. Justice, to me, is not only about results but also about how individuals are treated throughout the process.
Interviewer: How would you like your work to be remembered?
Stacy A. Kemp: By impact and service. Success matters, but legacy is built through uplifting others, amplifying voices, and creating work—both legal and creative—that continues to make a difference long after the moment has passed.
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