Taylor, Day, Grimm & Boyd
Formed in 1981, Taylor, Day, Grimm & Boyd is a litigation-only law firm with 18 attorneys in Jacksonville, Florida.
Taylor, Day, Grimm & Boyd
Formed in 1981, Taylor, Day, Grimm & Boyd is a litigation-only law firm with 18 attorneys in Jacksonville, Florida.
We handle virtually all civil litigation; our Practice Groups include Insurance Coverage and Bad-Faith defense, Employment Law, Construction, Professional Negligence, Worker Compensation/Longshore and Harbor Workers' Act for employers, Commercial Litigation, Family Law and Appeals in all civil areas.
Main Office
50 North Laura Street, Suite 3500
Jacksonville, FL 32202
904-356-0700
We have an employment law practice focused on advising and defending employers/management when they have issues or litigation involving employees, former employees or job applicants.
Our lawyers provide training and counsel to help avoid Charges and lawsuits; they are available at the agency/commission stage and through trial, if necessary.
Because allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, etc., are time-consuming and present severe economic risks (fees and judgments), we believe they should be defended efficiently, including expedited discovery, shorter "shelf-life" and a willingness to try cases when warranted. To the extent you have Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI), we are willing to work with your carrier.
Marsa S. Beck was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1995. She graduated Cum Laude from Millsaps College. She received her law degree with High Honors from the University of Florida College of Law in 1995 where she was a member of the Order of the Coif. Her practice includes commercial litigation, insurance coverage litigation, first party insurance issues, tort litigation, appeals and healthcare-provider defense.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Professional Negligence
-First Party Insurance
-Appellate Practice
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1995, J.D.
---Honors: With High Honors
---Honors: Order of the Coif
-Millsaps College, Jackson, Mississippi, 1972, B.A.
---Honors: Cum Laude
University of Florida College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Marsa S. Beck was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1995. She graduated Cum Laude from Millsaps College. She received her law degree with High Honors from the University of Florida College of Law in 1995 where she was a member of the Order of the Coif. Her practice includes commercial litigation, insurance coverage litigation, first party insurance issues, tort litigation, appeals and healthcare-provider defense.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Professional Negligence
-First Party Insurance
-Appellate Practice
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1995, J.D.
---Honors: With High Honors
---Honors: Order of the Coif
-Millsaps College, Jackson, Mississippi, 1972, B.A.
---Honors: Cum Laude
University of Florida College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Carol Bishop joined the Florida Bar in 1989 after graduating from the Stetson University College of Law where she won numerous Moot Court Competitions. Carol also attended Stetson as an undergraduate. She focuses on Commercial Litigation.
Practice Areas:
Insurance Bad Faith/Extra-Contractual Claims
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1989
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida, 1989, J.D.
--Honors: 1st Place ABA National Trial Competition, 1989
--Honors: 1st Place ABA Regional Mock Trial Competition, 1989
--Honors: 1st Place Chester Bedell State Mock Trial Competition, 1988
--Honors: 1st Place Chester Bedell State Mock Trial Competition, 1989 (Best Advocate)
--Honors: 1st Place Florida Workmen's Compensation Competition, 1988
-Stetson University, Deland, Florida, 1986, B.A.
Honors and Awards:
Chester Bedell Inns of Court
Stetson University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Carol Bishop joined the Florida Bar in 1989 after graduating from the Stetson University College of Law where she won numerous Moot Court Competitions. Carol also attended Stetson as an undergraduate. She focuses on Commercial Litigation.
Practice Areas:
Insurance Bad Faith/Extra-Contractual Claims
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1989
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida, 1989, J.D.
--Honors: 1st Place ABA National Trial Competition, 1989
--Honors: 1st Place ABA Regional Mock Trial Competition, 1989
--Honors: 1st Place Chester Bedell State Mock Trial Competition, 1988
--Honors: 1st Place Chester Bedell State Mock Trial Competition, 1989 (Best Advocate)
--Honors: 1st Place Florida Workmen's Compensation Competition, 1988
-Stetson University, Deland, Florida, 1986, B.A.
Honors and Awards:
Chester Bedell Inns of Court
Stetson University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Rhonda Boggess joined the Florida Bar in 1989. She graduated first in her undergraduate class from the University of Florida in 1986 as a Four Year Outstanding Scholar. She graduated from the University of Florida College of Law With High Honors in 1989 where she was also first in her class. She is a member of the Order of the Coif. Rhonda engages in both trial and appellate practice as well as defending bad-faith, extra-contractual claims and insurance coverage issues.
Practice Areas:
-Trial and Appellate
-Bad Faith, Extra-Contractual Claims
-Insurance Coverage Disputes
-Commercial Litigation
-Professional Negligence
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1989
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1989, J.D.
--Honors: With High Honors
--Honors: Order of the Coif
-University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, 1986, B.A.
--Honors: Golden Key, National Honor Society
--Honors: Four Year Outstanding Scholar
--Honors: Phi Kappa Phi
--Honors: Summa Cum Laude
Classes/Seminars Taught:
Instructor, Legal Research, Appellate Advocacy, University of Florida, 1988 - 1989
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-American Bar Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Florida Bar
University of Florida College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Rhonda Boggess joined the Florida Bar in 1989. She graduated first in her undergraduate class from the University of Florida in 1986 as a Four Year Outstanding Scholar. She graduated from the University of Florida College of Law With High Honors in 1989 where she was also first in her class. She is a member of the Order of the Coif. Rhonda engages in both trial and appellate practice as well as defending bad-faith, extra-contractual claims and insurance coverage issues.
Practice Areas:
-Trial and Appellate
-Bad Faith, Extra-Contractual Claims
-Insurance Coverage Disputes
-Commercial Litigation
-Professional Negligence
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1989
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1989, J.D.
--Honors: With High Honors
--Honors: Order of the Coif
-University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, 1986, B.A.
--Honors: Golden Key, National Honor Society
--Honors: Four Year Outstanding Scholar
--Honors: Phi Kappa Phi
--Honors: Summa Cum Laude
Classes/Seminars Taught:
Instructor, Legal Research, Appellate Advocacy, University of Florida, 1988 - 1989
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-American Bar Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Florida Bar
University of Florida College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Karen Ibach Bowden was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1987. She graduated Cum Laude from Newcomb College, Tulane University. She received her law degree with Honors from the University of Florida College of Law in 1987. Her practice includes employment law, commercial litigation and family law.
Practice Areas:
-Employment Law
-Commercial Litigation
-Family Law
Bar Admissions:
-Florida 1987
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1987, J.D.
--Honors: With Honors
-Newcomb College, Tulane University, 1983, B.A..
--Honors: Cum Laude
University of Florida College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Karen Ibach Bowden was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1987. She graduated Cum Laude from Newcomb College, Tulane University. She received her law degree with Honors from the University of Florida College of Law in 1987. Her practice includes employment law, commercial litigation and family law.
Practice Areas:
-Employment Law
-Commercial Litigation
-Family Law
Bar Admissions:
-Florida 1987
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1987, J.D.
--Honors: With Honors
-Newcomb College, Tulane University, 1983, B.A..
--Honors: Cum Laude
University of Florida College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Christopher P. "Bo" Boyd was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1992. He graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University in 1989 and With Honors from the Florida State University College of Law in 1992. While in law school, Bo was a member of The Law Review. His practice includes employment law, workers' compensation, Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation, Jones Act Litigation and appellate practice. He is a member of the firm's Management Committee.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation
-Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation
-Appellate Practice
-Jones Act Litigation
-Employment Law
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1992
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 1992, J.D.
---Honors: With Honors
-Law Review: Florida State University Law Review, Member
-Florida State University, 1989, B.A.
---Honors: Cum Laude
---Major: Real Estate
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Longshore Claims Association
-The E. Robert Williams American Inn of Court
-Longshore Newsletter Editorial Panel
-Florida Bar Association Workers' Compensation Section
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Christopher P. "Bo" Boyd was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1992. He graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University in 1989 and With Honors from the Florida State University College of Law in 1992. While in law school, Bo was a member of The Law Review. His practice includes employment law, workers' compensation, Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation, Jones Act Litigation and appellate practice. He is a member of the firm's Management Committee.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation
-Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation
-Appellate Practice
-Jones Act Litigation
-Employment Law
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1992
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 1992, J.D.
---Honors: With Honors
-Law Review: Florida State University Law Review, Member
-Florida State University, 1989, B.A.
---Honors: Cum Laude
---Major: Real Estate
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Longshore Claims Association
-The E. Robert Williams American Inn of Court
-Longshore Newsletter Editorial Panel
-Florida Bar Association Workers' Compensation Section
Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Stephen E. Day was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1968 and the California Bar in 1972 (now inactive). Steve is one of the firm's founding members, and he is currently Of Counsel to the firm. He graduated from Northwestern University in 1965 and from the University of Florida College of Law in 1968. Following law school, he served in the United States Navy's Judge Advocate General's Corps for four years. Steve's practice has included trials and appeals in a variety of fields, including first and third-party insurance defense claims, commercial litigation, class actions, environmental law, constitutional law, and representing physicians and hospitals in professional negligence proceedings. Currently, Steve limits his practice to representing insurance companies and reinsurers in coverage and extra-contractual litigation. Steve has served as a member and Chairman of the Fourth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee, the Florida Bar Civil Rules Committee, President of the Jacksonville Defense Lawyers Association, and he served a four-year appointment as a member of the Fourth Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission. For nine years Steve was a member of the Board of Governors of the Florida Bar Foundation, concluding his service as its President. He subsequently served as a Trustee of its endowment. Steve is a member of the American Bar Association, the Florida Defense Lawyers Association (member of the Amicus Curiae Committee), the International Association of Defense Counsel, the Defense Research Institute, and the American Board of Trial Advocates. He is a Fellow of the American College of Coverage and Extracontractual Counsel.
Practice Areas:
-Insurance Bad Faith/ Extra-Contractual Claims
-First and Third-Party Insurance Claims
-Insurance Coverage
-Trials and Appeals
-Commercial Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1968
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida, 1976
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, 1973
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida, 1968
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, 1981
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, 1973
-U.S. Supreme Court, 1974
-The State Bar of California, 1973
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1968, J.D.
-Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, 1965, B.A.
Honors and Awards:
The Florida Bar Foundation (Life Fellow)
Martindale-Hubbell, AV-rated*
* CV, BV and AV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar (1968)
---Admissions Committee (1974 - 1977)
---Civil Rules of Procedure Committee (1982 - 1986)
---Standing Committee on Pro Bono Legal Services (2001 - 2002)
-The Florida Counsel of Bar Association Presidents (1977)
-Fourth Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission (1988 1992)
-The Florida Bar Foundation
---Life Fellow
---Board of Directors (1985 - 1997)
---Chairman, Law Student Assistance Grant Committee (1990 - 1993)
---Chairman, Legal Assistance to the Poor Grant Committee (1994 - 1995)
---Member, Executive Committee (1990 - 1997)
---President (1996 - 1997)
---Trustee (1997 - 2001)
-American Bar Association (1968)
-Jacksonville Bar Association
---Past Member and Chairman, Fee Arbitration Committee (1973)
---Past Member, Professionalism Committee
-Florida Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism
-International Association of Defense Council
-American Board of Trial Advocates
-Florida Defense Lawyers Association
-Jacksonville Association of Defense Council: President (1980 - 1981)
-Defense Research Institute
-Fourth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee (1977 - 1980), Chairman (1979 - 1980)
-Jacksonville Area Legal Aid: Board of Directors (1974 - 1976)
University of Florida College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Stephen E. Day was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1968 and the California Bar in 1972 (now inactive). Steve is one of the firm's founding members, and he is currently Of Counsel to the firm. He graduated from Northwestern University in 1965 and from the University of Florida College of Law in 1968. Following law school, he served in the United States Navy's Judge Advocate General's Corps for four years. Steve's practice has included trials and appeals in a variety of fields, including first and third-party insurance defense claims, commercial litigation, class actions, environmental law, constitutional law, and representing physicians and hospitals in professional negligence proceedings. Currently, Steve limits his practice to representing insurance companies and reinsurers in coverage and extra-contractual litigation. Steve has served as a member and Chairman of the Fourth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee, the Florida Bar Civil Rules Committee, President of the Jacksonville Defense Lawyers Association, and he served a four-year appointment as a member of the Fourth Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission. For nine years Steve was a member of the Board of Governors of the Florida Bar Foundation, concluding his service as its President. He subsequently served as a Trustee of its endowment. Steve is a member of the American Bar Association, the Florida Defense Lawyers Association (member of the Amicus Curiae Committee), the International Association of Defense Counsel, the Defense Research Institute, and the American Board of Trial Advocates. He is a Fellow of the American College of Coverage and Extracontractual Counsel.
Practice Areas:
-Insurance Bad Faith/ Extra-Contractual Claims
-First and Third-Party Insurance Claims
-Insurance Coverage
-Trials and Appeals
-Commercial Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1968
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida, 1976
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, 1973
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida, 1968
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, 1981
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, 1973
-U.S. Supreme Court, 1974
-The State Bar of California, 1973
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1968, J.D.
-Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, 1965, B.A.
Honors and Awards:
The Florida Bar Foundation (Life Fellow)
Martindale-Hubbell, AV-rated*
* CV, BV and AV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar (1968)
---Admissions Committee (1974 - 1977)
---Civil Rules of Procedure Committee (1982 - 1986)
---Standing Committee on Pro Bono Legal Services (2001 - 2002)
-The Florida Counsel of Bar Association Presidents (1977)
-Fourth Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission (1988 1992)
-The Florida Bar Foundation
---Life Fellow
---Board of Directors (1985 - 1997)
---Chairman, Law Student Assistance Grant Committee (1990 - 1993)
---Chairman, Legal Assistance to the Poor Grant Committee (1994 - 1995)
---Member, Executive Committee (1990 - 1997)
---President (1996 - 1997)
---Trustee (1997 - 2001)
-American Bar Association (1968)
-Jacksonville Bar Association
---Past Member and Chairman, Fee Arbitration Committee (1973)
---Past Member, Professionalism Committee
-Florida Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism
-International Association of Defense Council
-American Board of Trial Advocates
-Florida Defense Lawyers Association
-Jacksonville Association of Defense Council: President (1980 - 1981)
-Defense Research Institute
-Fourth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee (1977 - 1980), Chairman (1979 - 1980)
-Jacksonville Area Legal Aid: Board of Directors (1974 - 1976)
University of Florida College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Nicholas J. Elder was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2006. He graduated Cum Laude from Rhodes College, Memphis, Tennessee in 2003. He received his law degree from the Florida State University College of Law in 2006. While in law school, Nick was Associate Editor of the Business Law Review and the Journal of Transnational Law and Policy.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial and Business Litigation
-Bad Faith, Extra-Contractual Claims
-Tort Litigation
-Construction and Real Estate Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 2006
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 2006, J.D.
-Law Review: Business Review, Associate Editor
-Law Journal: Journal of Transnational Law and Policy, Associate Editor
-Rhodes College, Memphis, Tennessee, 2003, B.A.
--Honors: Cum Laude
--Major: Political Science
--Minor: English and Spanish
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Federal Bar Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-The Florida Bar
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Nicholas J. Elder was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2006. He graduated Cum Laude from Rhodes College, Memphis, Tennessee in 2003. He received his law degree from the Florida State University College of Law in 2006. While in law school, Nick was Associate Editor of the Business Law Review and the Journal of Transnational Law and Policy.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial and Business Litigation
-Bad Faith, Extra-Contractual Claims
-Tort Litigation
-Construction and Real Estate Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 2006
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 2006, J.D.
-Law Review: Business Review, Associate Editor
-Law Journal: Journal of Transnational Law and Policy, Associate Editor
-Rhodes College, Memphis, Tennessee, 2003, B.A.
--Honors: Cum Laude
--Major: Political Science
--Minor: English and Spanish
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Federal Bar Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-The Florida Bar
Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Shalisa M. Francis is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Florida Agriculture & Mechanical University with a Bachelor of Art in Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration. She received her law degree With Honors from the Florida State University College of Law.
Practice Areas:
-Employment Law
-Commercial Litigation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, J.D.
-Honors: With Honors, Order of Barristers, Mock Trial Team, Moot Court Team
-Florida A & M University, Tallahassee, Florida, B.A., M.B.A.
-Honors: Summa Cum Laude
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Daniel Webster Perkins Bar Association - Board Member, 2009-2011 & 2012-2014
-Achievements
-Florida Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2013 & 2014
-Organizations
-Co-Founder, Social Sidebar Networking Group (Est. 2009)
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Shalisa M. Francis is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Florida Agriculture & Mechanical University with a Bachelor of Art in Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration. She received her law degree With Honors from the Florida State University College of Law.
Practice Areas:
-Employment Law
-Commercial Litigation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, J.D.
-Honors: With Honors, Order of Barristers, Mock Trial Team, Moot Court Team
-Florida A & M University, Tallahassee, Florida, B.A., M.B.A.
-Honors: Summa Cum Laude
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Daniel Webster Perkins Bar Association - Board Member, 2009-2011 & 2012-2014
-Achievements
-Florida Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2013 & 2014
-Organizations
-Co-Founder, Social Sidebar Networking Group (Est. 2009)
Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
David M. Gagnon was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2000. He graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in 1997. He received his Juris Doctor, With Honors, in 2000 from the Florida State University College of Law where he was a member of the Moot Court Team.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Employment Law
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 2000, J.D.
-Honors: With Honors, Moot Court Team
-Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, 1997, B.S.
-Honors: Cum Laude
Published Works:
-"Get me out of Here! How to Level the Playing Field in Small Claims PIP Actions One Proposal for Settlement at a Time", Trial Advocate Quarterly, Summer, Volume 24 # 3, 2005
-Changes to the Florida Personal Injury Protection Statute, The Bar Bulletin, January Issue: Volume 5, Issue 1, 2008
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Florida Defense Lawyers Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Member, Insurance Coverage Committee
Languages:
-English (Primary)
-German (Fluent)
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
David M. Gagnon was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2000. He graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in 1997. He received his Juris Doctor, With Honors, in 2000 from the Florida State University College of Law where he was a member of the Moot Court Team.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Employment Law
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 2000, J.D.
-Honors: With Honors, Moot Court Team
-Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, 1997, B.S.
-Honors: Cum Laude
Published Works:
-"Get me out of Here! How to Level the Playing Field in Small Claims PIP Actions One Proposal for Settlement at a Time", Trial Advocate Quarterly, Summer, Volume 24 # 3, 2005
-Changes to the Florida Personal Injury Protection Statute, The Bar Bulletin, January Issue: Volume 5, Issue 1, 2008
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Florida Defense Lawyers Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Member, Insurance Coverage Committee
Languages:
-English (Primary)
-German (Fluent)
Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Gina P. Grimsley is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Youngstown State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She received her law degree Magna Cum Laude from Florida Coastal School of Law. While in law school, Gina was a member of Florida Coastal's Law Review and Moot Court Honor Board.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial & Business Litigation
-Appellate Practice
-Insurance Bad Faith/Extra-Contractual Claims
-Insurance Coverage
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-Middle District of Florida
-Northern District of Florida
-Southern District of Florida
-11th Circuit Court of Appeals
Education:
-Florida Coastal School of Law, Jacksonville, Florida, J.D.
-Honors:
-Magna Cum Laude
-Florida Supreme Court Internship Program for Distinguished Florida Law Students, Intern for Justice Ricky Polston
-Law Review: Senior Articles Editor
-Moot Court Honor Board:
-Frdric Eiseman Award, Best Team Orals, Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
-Werner Melis Award, Best Memorandum, Honorable Mention, Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
-Best Brief, Runner-up, E. Earl Zehmer Workers' Compensation Competition
-Youngstown State University, Youngstown, Ohio, B.A.
-Honors: Summa Cum Laude
-Major: Political Science
Published Works
-"Overview of Garnishment Procedures", The Bar Bulletin, December 13, 2010 (with David M. Gagnon)
-"Florida Statute Section 768.0755: Reinstating the Traditional Premises Liability Doctrine", Trial Advocate Quarterly (with David M. Gagnon) (Spring 2011)
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Federal Bar Association, Jacksonville Chapter
-Steering Committee, Women's Initiative Practice Group, ALFA International
Florida Coastal School of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Gina P. Grimsley is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Youngstown State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She received her law degree Magna Cum Laude from Florida Coastal School of Law. While in law school, Gina was a member of Florida Coastal's Law Review and Moot Court Honor Board.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial & Business Litigation
-Appellate Practice
-Insurance Bad Faith/Extra-Contractual Claims
-Insurance Coverage
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-Middle District of Florida
-Northern District of Florida
-Southern District of Florida
-11th Circuit Court of Appeals
Education:
-Florida Coastal School of Law, Jacksonville, Florida, J.D.
-Honors:
-Magna Cum Laude
-Florida Supreme Court Internship Program for Distinguished Florida Law Students, Intern for Justice Ricky Polston
-Law Review: Senior Articles Editor
-Moot Court Honor Board:
-Frdric Eiseman Award, Best Team Orals, Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
-Werner Melis Award, Best Memorandum, Honorable Mention, Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
-Best Brief, Runner-up, E. Earl Zehmer Workers' Compensation Competition
-Youngstown State University, Youngstown, Ohio, B.A.
-Honors: Summa Cum Laude
-Major: Political Science
Published Works
-"Overview of Garnishment Procedures", The Bar Bulletin, December 13, 2010 (with David M. Gagnon)
-"Florida Statute Section 768.0755: Reinstating the Traditional Premises Liability Doctrine", Trial Advocate Quarterly (with David M. Gagnon) (Spring 2011)
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Federal Bar Association, Jacksonville Chapter
-Steering Committee, Women's Initiative Practice Group, ALFA International
Florida Coastal School of Law Juris Doctorate,
Reed W. Grimm was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1986. He graduated from Stetson University in 1983 and from the Stetson College of Law in 1986. He was an Assistant State Attorney in Florida's Fourth Judicial Circuit for 5 years, during which time he became a Circuit Court Division Chief. His practice includes commercial and construction litigation as well as defending bad faith, extra-contractual claims. He is Board Certified in Construction Law by the Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education.
Practice Areas:
-Construction Litigation
-Insurance Bad Faith, Extra-Contractual Claims
-Commercial Litigation
-Transportation Law
-Real Property Litigation
Certification/Specialties:
Board Certified in Construction Law, The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1986
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Education:
-Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida, 1986, J.D.
-Stetson University, Deland, Florida, 1983, B.A.
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar
-Jacksonville Bar Association
Stetson University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Reed W. Grimm was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1986. He graduated from Stetson University in 1983 and from the Stetson College of Law in 1986. He was an Assistant State Attorney in Florida's Fourth Judicial Circuit for 5 years, during which time he became a Circuit Court Division Chief. His practice includes commercial and construction litigation as well as defending bad faith, extra-contractual claims. He is Board Certified in Construction Law by the Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education.
Practice Areas:
-Construction Litigation
-Insurance Bad Faith, Extra-Contractual Claims
-Commercial Litigation
-Transportation Law
-Real Property Litigation
Certification/Specialties:
Board Certified in Construction Law, The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1986
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Education:
-Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida, 1986, J.D.
-Stetson University, Deland, Florida, 1983, B.A.
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar
-Jacksonville Bar Association
Stetson University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Jessica M. Icerman is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science. She received her law degree from Florida State University. While in law school, Jessica was the President of the Women's Law Symposium and was a member and served on the executive board of the Journal of Land Use and Environmental Law.
Practice Areas:
-Tort Litigation
-Workers' Compensation
Bar Admissions:
Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law
-Journal of Land Use and Environmental law: Articles Selection Editor
-Women's Law Symposium: President
-Member of the William H. Stafford American Inn of Court
-University of Florida
-Major: Environmental Science
Professional Associations and Members:
-The Florida Bar
-Jacksonville Bar Association
Publication:
Will the Silvicultural Exemption Survive? An Update on Northwest Environmental Defense Center v. Brown, Forest Resources Committee Newsletter, June 2012 (co-authored with Jacob T. Cremer)
Jessica M. Icerman is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science. She received her law degree from Florida State University. While in law school, Jessica was the President of the Women's Law Symposium and was a member and served on the executive board of the Journal of Land Use and Environmental Law.
Practice Areas:
-Tort Litigation
-Workers' Compensation
Bar Admissions:
Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law
-Journal of Land Use and Environmental law: Articles Selection Editor
-Women's Law Symposium: President
-Member of the William H. Stafford American Inn of Court
-University of Florida
-Major: Environmental Science
Professional Associations and Members:
-The Florida Bar
-Jacksonville Bar Association
Publication:
Will the Silvicultural Exemption Survive? An Update on Northwest Environmental Defense Center v. Brown, Forest Resources Committee Newsletter, June 2012 (co-authored with Jacob T. Cremer)
Jordan Janoski was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2014. He graduated from The Ohio State University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He received his Juris Doctor Magna Cum Laude from the University Of South Carolina School Of Law, where he was Senior Research Editor of the South Carolina Law Review and a member of the South Carolina Moot Court Bar.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida
Education:
-The University of South Carolina School of Law, 2014
-Juris Doctor, Magna Cum Laude
-Senior Research Editor, South Carolina Law Review
-South Carolina Moot Court Bar
-The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, 2009
-Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Published Works:
"Extraordinary and Unusual Circumstances: Compensability Of Psychological Injuries Under South Carolina's Workers' Compensation Law", 64 South Carolina Law Review 1063 (2013)
Professional Associations and Memberships:
The Florida Bar
The University of South Carolina School of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Jordan Janoski was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2014. He graduated from The Ohio State University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He received his Juris Doctor Magna Cum Laude from the University Of South Carolina School Of Law, where he was Senior Research Editor of the South Carolina Law Review and a member of the South Carolina Moot Court Bar.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida
Education:
-The University of South Carolina School of Law, 2014
-Juris Doctor, Magna Cum Laude
-Senior Research Editor, South Carolina Law Review
-South Carolina Moot Court Bar
-The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, 2009
-Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Published Works:
"Extraordinary and Unusual Circumstances: Compensability Of Psychological Injuries Under South Carolina's Workers' Compensation Law", 64 South Carolina Law Review 1063 (2013)
Professional Associations and Memberships:
The Florida Bar
The University of South Carolina School of Law Juris Doctorate,
Christopher J. Mueller was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2005. He graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University in 2001. He received his Juris Doctor from the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University in 2005. His practice includes construction law and commercial and insurance litigation. He is also experienced in defending general negligence and medical malpractice suits. From 2010 to 2013, Christopher has been named a Rising Star, one of the state's forthcoming attorneys, by Super Lawyers in Construction/Surety Law.
Practice Areas:
-Construction Litigation
-Commercial Litigation
-Insurance Litigation
Certification/Specialties:
Board Certified in Construction Law, The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 2005
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, 2005
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida, 2006
Education:
-Mercer University, J.D., 2005
-Honors: Mercer University Moot Court Board, 2003-2004, Order of the Barristers
-Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, 2001
-Honors: Cum Laude
-Honors: Garnet and Gold Key Honor Society
-Professional Associations, Memberships and Civic Affiliations:
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Chester Bedell Inn of Court
-Justice Teaching Program
-Phi Delta Phi
-Jacksonville Seminole Club (Board of Directors 2008-present)
-Children's International Summer Villages (CISV) - (Board of Directors, 2008-2009, 2013)
-Seminole Boosters, Inc. Inner Council
Honors and Awards:
-Martindale-Hubbell, AV-rated*
-Super Lawyers, Rising Stars (2010-2013)
-904 Magazine, Jacksonville's Top Lawyers (2012)
-* CV, BV and AV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.
Mercer University
Juris Doctorate,
Christopher J. Mueller was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2005. He graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University in 2001. He received his Juris Doctor from the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University in 2005. His practice includes construction law and commercial and insurance litigation. He is also experienced in defending general negligence and medical malpractice suits. From 2010 to 2013, Christopher has been named a Rising Star, one of the state's forthcoming attorneys, by Super Lawyers in Construction/Surety Law.
Practice Areas:
-Construction Litigation
-Commercial Litigation
-Insurance Litigation
Certification/Specialties:
Board Certified in Construction Law, The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 2005
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, 2005
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida, 2006
Education:
-Mercer University, J.D., 2005
-Honors: Mercer University Moot Court Board, 2003-2004, Order of the Barristers
-Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, 2001
-Honors: Cum Laude
-Honors: Garnet and Gold Key Honor Society
-Professional Associations, Memberships and Civic Affiliations:
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Chester Bedell Inn of Court
-Justice Teaching Program
-Phi Delta Phi
-Jacksonville Seminole Club (Board of Directors 2008-present)
-Children's International Summer Villages (CISV) - (Board of Directors, 2008-2009, 2013)
-Seminole Boosters, Inc. Inner Council
Honors and Awards:
-Martindale-Hubbell, AV-rated*
-Super Lawyers, Rising Stars (2010-2013)
-904 Magazine, Jacksonville's Top Lawyers (2012)
-* CV, BV and AV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.
Mercer University Juris Doctorate,
John D. Osgathorpe was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1997 and the Florida Bar in 1998. He graduated from Indiana University in 1994 with a degree in Economics, and from Indiana University School of Law-Indianapolis in 1997. While in law school, John was an Associate Editor of the Indiana International and Comparative Law Review. He also studied law at East China University of Political Science in Shanghai, China, and in Tokyo, Japan at Temple University's School of Law - Tokyo. He is a member of the firm's Management Committee, and he is a Contact Partner for ALFA International. John is also on the Board of Ability Housing of Northeast Florida.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial & Business Litigation
-Construction & Real Estate Litigation
-Tort Litigation
-Business Law
Bar Admissions:
-Illinois
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Education:
-Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1997, J.D.
-Law Review: Indiana International & Comparative Law Review, Associate Editor, 1995 - 1996
-Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1994, B.A.
-Vincennes University, Vincennes, Indiana, 1989, A.S.
Published Works:
-"A Critical Survey of The People's Republic of China New Company Law," 6 Ind. Int. & Com. Law Review, 2, Spring, 1996
-Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Federal Bar Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Illinois State Bar Association
-Florida Bar Association
Away From the Office:
John is married to Meredith, and they have two delightful young sons. Additionally, he is a striving bicyclist.
Indiana University School of Law
Juris Doctorate,
John D. Osgathorpe was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1997 and the Florida Bar in 1998. He graduated from Indiana University in 1994 with a degree in Economics, and from Indiana University School of Law-Indianapolis in 1997. While in law school, John was an Associate Editor of the Indiana International and Comparative Law Review. He also studied law at East China University of Political Science in Shanghai, China, and in Tokyo, Japan at Temple University's School of Law - Tokyo. He is a member of the firm's Management Committee, and he is a Contact Partner for ALFA International. John is also on the Board of Ability Housing of Northeast Florida.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial & Business Litigation
-Construction & Real Estate Litigation
-Tort Litigation
-Business Law
Bar Admissions:
-Illinois
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Education:
-Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1997, J.D.
-Law Review: Indiana International & Comparative Law Review, Associate Editor, 1995 - 1996
-Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1994, B.A.
-Vincennes University, Vincennes, Indiana, 1989, A.S.
Published Works:
-"A Critical Survey of The People's Republic of China New Company Law," 6 Ind. Int. & Com. Law Review, 2, Spring, 1996
-Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Federal Bar Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Illinois State Bar Association
-Florida Bar Association
Away From the Office:
John is married to Meredith, and they have two delightful young sons. Additionally, he is a striving bicyclist.
Indiana University School of Law Juris Doctorate,
Tara N. "Nikki" Poole was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2002. She graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University, and she received her J.D., With Honors, from The Florida State University College of Law 2002. Nikki practices workers' compensation and commercial litigation.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation Law
-Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation
-Commercial Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 2002, J.D.
-Honors: With Honors
-Florida State University, 1998, B.A.
-Honors: Cum Laude
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Tara N. "Nikki" Poole was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2002. She graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University, and she received her J.D., With Honors, from The Florida State University College of Law 2002. Nikki practices workers' compensation and commercial litigation.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation Law
-Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation
-Commercial Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 2002, J.D.
-Honors: With Honors
-Florida State University, 1998, B.A.
-Honors: Cum Laude
Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Heather E. Sosnowski was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2003. She graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University in 1998 and received her law degree, With Honors, from Florida Coastal School of Law in 2002. Heather's practice includes state workers' compensation and Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation
-Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-Georgia
Education:
-Florida Coastal School of Law, J.D.- 2002 With Honors
-Florida State University, 1998- B.S. Honors-Cum Laude
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar
-The Jacksonville Bar Association
-The Georgia Bar
-E. Robert Williams American Inns of Court
Florida Coastal School of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Heather E. Sosnowski was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2003. She graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University in 1998 and received her law degree, With Honors, from Florida Coastal School of Law in 2002. Heather's practice includes state workers' compensation and Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation
-Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-Georgia
Education:
-Florida Coastal School of Law, J.D.- 2002 With Honors
-Florida State University, 1998- B.S. Honors-Cum Laude
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar
-The Jacksonville Bar Association
-The Georgia Bar
-E. Robert Williams American Inns of Court
Florida Coastal School of Law Juris Doctorate,
John C. Taylor, Jr. is a lifelong Jacksonville resident. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1970, and he is one of the firm's founding members. He graduated from the University of the South, With Honors, in 1967 and from the University of Florida College of Law in 1970. His practice includes business and commercial litigation, with an emphasis on securities arbitration. John has been active in local bar and professional associations, including serving as Chairman of the Fourth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee. He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates and the Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association. He has tried many cases involving widely varied legal issues in his 40-year career.
Practice Areas:
-General Commercial and Business Litigation
-Securities Arbitration
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1970, J.D.
-University of the South, 1967, B.A.
-Honors: With Honors
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Fourth Judicial Circuit: Chairman, Grievance Committee
-American Board of Trial Advocates
-Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association
-Florida Association of Defense Counsel
-Defense Research Institute
-Master, Nassau County Inns of Court
University of Florida College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
John C. Taylor, Jr. is a lifelong Jacksonville resident. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1970, and he is one of the firm's founding members. He graduated from the University of the South, With Honors, in 1967 and from the University of Florida College of Law in 1970. His practice includes business and commercial litigation, with an emphasis on securities arbitration. John has been active in local bar and professional associations, including serving as Chairman of the Fourth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee. He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates and the Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association. He has tried many cases involving widely varied legal issues in his 40-year career.
Practice Areas:
-General Commercial and Business Litigation
-Securities Arbitration
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1970, J.D.
-University of the South, 1967, B.A.
-Honors: With Honors
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Fourth Judicial Circuit: Chairman, Grievance Committee
-American Board of Trial Advocates
-Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association
-Florida Association of Defense Counsel
-Defense Research Institute
-Master, Nassau County Inns of Court
University of Florida College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Jacquelyn A. Turmes is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. She received her law degree from Florida State University. While in law school, Jacquelyn was Editor in Chief of the Business Review and President of the Business Law Society.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida and Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, J.D
-Business Review: Editor in Chief
-Business Law Society: President
-Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, B.A.
-Major: English Literature
Professional Associations and Members:
The Florida Bar
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Jacquelyn A. Turmes is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. She received her law degree from Florida State University. While in law school, Jacquelyn was Editor in Chief of the Business Review and President of the Business Law Society.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida and Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, J.D
-Business Review: Editor in Chief
-Business Law Society: President
-Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, B.A.
-Major: English Literature
Professional Associations and Members:
The Florida Bar
Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Whitney B. Williams is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated with honors from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She received her law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida and Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida Coastal School of Law, Jacksonville, FL, J.D.
-University of Florida, Gainesville, B.A.
-Major: Political Science
Professional Associations and Members:
The Florida Bar
Florida Coastal School of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Whitney B. Williams is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated with honors from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She received her law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida and Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida Coastal School of Law, Jacksonville, FL, J.D.
-University of Florida, Gainesville, B.A.
-Major: Political Science
Professional Associations and Members:
The Florida Bar
Florida Coastal School of Law Juris Doctorate,
We handle virtually all civil litigation; our Practice Groups include Insurance Coverage and Bad-Faith defense, Employment Law, Construction, Professional Negligence, Worker Compensation/Longshore and Harbor Workers' Act for employers, Commercial Litigation, Family Law and Appeals in all civil areas.
Main Office
50 North Laura Street, Suite 3500
Jacksonville, FL 32202
904-356-0700
We have an employment law practice focused on advising and defending employers/management when they have issues or litigation involving employees, former employees or job applicants.
Our lawyers provide training and counsel to help avoid Charges and lawsuits; they are available at the agency/commission stage and through trial, if necessary.
Because allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, etc., are time-consuming and present severe economic risks (fees and judgments), we believe they should be defended efficiently, including expedited discovery, shorter "shelf-life" and a willingness to try cases when warranted. To the extent you have Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI), we are willing to work with your carrier.
Marsa S. Beck was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1995. She graduated Cum Laude from Millsaps College. She received her law degree with High Honors from the University of Florida College of Law in 1995 where she was a member of the Order of the Coif. Her practice includes commercial litigation, insurance coverage litigation, first party insurance issues, tort litigation, appeals and healthcare-provider defense.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Professional Negligence
-First Party Insurance
-Appellate Practice
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1995, J.D.
---Honors: With High Honors
---Honors: Order of the Coif
-Millsaps College, Jackson, Mississippi, 1972, B.A.
---Honors: Cum Laude
University of Florida College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Marsa S. Beck was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1995. She graduated Cum Laude from Millsaps College. She received her law degree with High Honors from the University of Florida College of Law in 1995 where she was a member of the Order of the Coif. Her practice includes commercial litigation, insurance coverage litigation, first party insurance issues, tort litigation, appeals and healthcare-provider defense.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Professional Negligence
-First Party Insurance
-Appellate Practice
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1995, J.D.
---Honors: With High Honors
---Honors: Order of the Coif
-Millsaps College, Jackson, Mississippi, 1972, B.A.
---Honors: Cum Laude
University of Florida College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Carol Bishop joined the Florida Bar in 1989 after graduating from the Stetson University College of Law where she won numerous Moot Court Competitions. Carol also attended Stetson as an undergraduate. She focuses on Commercial Litigation.
Practice Areas:
Insurance Bad Faith/Extra-Contractual Claims
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1989
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida, 1989, J.D.
--Honors: 1st Place ABA National Trial Competition, 1989
--Honors: 1st Place ABA Regional Mock Trial Competition, 1989
--Honors: 1st Place Chester Bedell State Mock Trial Competition, 1988
--Honors: 1st Place Chester Bedell State Mock Trial Competition, 1989 (Best Advocate)
--Honors: 1st Place Florida Workmen's Compensation Competition, 1988
-Stetson University, Deland, Florida, 1986, B.A.
Honors and Awards:
Chester Bedell Inns of Court
Stetson University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Carol Bishop joined the Florida Bar in 1989 after graduating from the Stetson University College of Law where she won numerous Moot Court Competitions. Carol also attended Stetson as an undergraduate. She focuses on Commercial Litigation.
Practice Areas:
Insurance Bad Faith/Extra-Contractual Claims
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1989
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida, 1989, J.D.
--Honors: 1st Place ABA National Trial Competition, 1989
--Honors: 1st Place ABA Regional Mock Trial Competition, 1989
--Honors: 1st Place Chester Bedell State Mock Trial Competition, 1988
--Honors: 1st Place Chester Bedell State Mock Trial Competition, 1989 (Best Advocate)
--Honors: 1st Place Florida Workmen's Compensation Competition, 1988
-Stetson University, Deland, Florida, 1986, B.A.
Honors and Awards:
Chester Bedell Inns of Court
Stetson University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Rhonda Boggess joined the Florida Bar in 1989. She graduated first in her undergraduate class from the University of Florida in 1986 as a Four Year Outstanding Scholar. She graduated from the University of Florida College of Law With High Honors in 1989 where she was also first in her class. She is a member of the Order of the Coif. Rhonda engages in both trial and appellate practice as well as defending bad-faith, extra-contractual claims and insurance coverage issues.
Practice Areas:
-Trial and Appellate
-Bad Faith, Extra-Contractual Claims
-Insurance Coverage Disputes
-Commercial Litigation
-Professional Negligence
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1989
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1989, J.D.
--Honors: With High Honors
--Honors: Order of the Coif
-University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, 1986, B.A.
--Honors: Golden Key, National Honor Society
--Honors: Four Year Outstanding Scholar
--Honors: Phi Kappa Phi
--Honors: Summa Cum Laude
Classes/Seminars Taught:
Instructor, Legal Research, Appellate Advocacy, University of Florida, 1988 - 1989
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-American Bar Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Florida Bar
University of Florida College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Rhonda Boggess joined the Florida Bar in 1989. She graduated first in her undergraduate class from the University of Florida in 1986 as a Four Year Outstanding Scholar. She graduated from the University of Florida College of Law With High Honors in 1989 where she was also first in her class. She is a member of the Order of the Coif. Rhonda engages in both trial and appellate practice as well as defending bad-faith, extra-contractual claims and insurance coverage issues.
Practice Areas:
-Trial and Appellate
-Bad Faith, Extra-Contractual Claims
-Insurance Coverage Disputes
-Commercial Litigation
-Professional Negligence
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1989
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1989, J.D.
--Honors: With High Honors
--Honors: Order of the Coif
-University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, 1986, B.A.
--Honors: Golden Key, National Honor Society
--Honors: Four Year Outstanding Scholar
--Honors: Phi Kappa Phi
--Honors: Summa Cum Laude
Classes/Seminars Taught:
Instructor, Legal Research, Appellate Advocacy, University of Florida, 1988 - 1989
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-American Bar Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Florida Bar
University of Florida College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Karen Ibach Bowden was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1987. She graduated Cum Laude from Newcomb College, Tulane University. She received her law degree with Honors from the University of Florida College of Law in 1987. Her practice includes employment law, commercial litigation and family law.
Practice Areas:
-Employment Law
-Commercial Litigation
-Family Law
Bar Admissions:
-Florida 1987
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1987, J.D.
--Honors: With Honors
-Newcomb College, Tulane University, 1983, B.A..
--Honors: Cum Laude
University of Florida College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Karen Ibach Bowden was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1987. She graduated Cum Laude from Newcomb College, Tulane University. She received her law degree with Honors from the University of Florida College of Law in 1987. Her practice includes employment law, commercial litigation and family law.
Practice Areas:
-Employment Law
-Commercial Litigation
-Family Law
Bar Admissions:
-Florida 1987
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1987, J.D.
--Honors: With Honors
-Newcomb College, Tulane University, 1983, B.A..
--Honors: Cum Laude
University of Florida College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Christopher P. "Bo" Boyd was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1992. He graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University in 1989 and With Honors from the Florida State University College of Law in 1992. While in law school, Bo was a member of The Law Review. His practice includes employment law, workers' compensation, Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation, Jones Act Litigation and appellate practice. He is a member of the firm's Management Committee.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation
-Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation
-Appellate Practice
-Jones Act Litigation
-Employment Law
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1992
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 1992, J.D.
---Honors: With Honors
-Law Review: Florida State University Law Review, Member
-Florida State University, 1989, B.A.
---Honors: Cum Laude
---Major: Real Estate
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Longshore Claims Association
-The E. Robert Williams American Inn of Court
-Longshore Newsletter Editorial Panel
-Florida Bar Association Workers' Compensation Section
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Christopher P. "Bo" Boyd was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1992. He graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University in 1989 and With Honors from the Florida State University College of Law in 1992. While in law school, Bo was a member of The Law Review. His practice includes employment law, workers' compensation, Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation, Jones Act Litigation and appellate practice. He is a member of the firm's Management Committee.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation
-Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation
-Appellate Practice
-Jones Act Litigation
-Employment Law
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1992
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 1992, J.D.
---Honors: With Honors
-Law Review: Florida State University Law Review, Member
-Florida State University, 1989, B.A.
---Honors: Cum Laude
---Major: Real Estate
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Longshore Claims Association
-The E. Robert Williams American Inn of Court
-Longshore Newsletter Editorial Panel
-Florida Bar Association Workers' Compensation Section
Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Stephen E. Day was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1968 and the California Bar in 1972 (now inactive). Steve is one of the firm's founding members, and he is currently Of Counsel to the firm. He graduated from Northwestern University in 1965 and from the University of Florida College of Law in 1968. Following law school, he served in the United States Navy's Judge Advocate General's Corps for four years. Steve's practice has included trials and appeals in a variety of fields, including first and third-party insurance defense claims, commercial litigation, class actions, environmental law, constitutional law, and representing physicians and hospitals in professional negligence proceedings. Currently, Steve limits his practice to representing insurance companies and reinsurers in coverage and extra-contractual litigation. Steve has served as a member and Chairman of the Fourth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee, the Florida Bar Civil Rules Committee, President of the Jacksonville Defense Lawyers Association, and he served a four-year appointment as a member of the Fourth Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission. For nine years Steve was a member of the Board of Governors of the Florida Bar Foundation, concluding his service as its President. He subsequently served as a Trustee of its endowment. Steve is a member of the American Bar Association, the Florida Defense Lawyers Association (member of the Amicus Curiae Committee), the International Association of Defense Counsel, the Defense Research Institute, and the American Board of Trial Advocates. He is a Fellow of the American College of Coverage and Extracontractual Counsel.
Practice Areas:
-Insurance Bad Faith/ Extra-Contractual Claims
-First and Third-Party Insurance Claims
-Insurance Coverage
-Trials and Appeals
-Commercial Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1968
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida, 1976
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, 1973
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida, 1968
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, 1981
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, 1973
-U.S. Supreme Court, 1974
-The State Bar of California, 1973
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1968, J.D.
-Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, 1965, B.A.
Honors and Awards:
The Florida Bar Foundation (Life Fellow)
Martindale-Hubbell, AV-rated*
* CV, BV and AV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar (1968)
---Admissions Committee (1974 - 1977)
---Civil Rules of Procedure Committee (1982 - 1986)
---Standing Committee on Pro Bono Legal Services (2001 - 2002)
-The Florida Counsel of Bar Association Presidents (1977)
-Fourth Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission (1988 1992)
-The Florida Bar Foundation
---Life Fellow
---Board of Directors (1985 - 1997)
---Chairman, Law Student Assistance Grant Committee (1990 - 1993)
---Chairman, Legal Assistance to the Poor Grant Committee (1994 - 1995)
---Member, Executive Committee (1990 - 1997)
---President (1996 - 1997)
---Trustee (1997 - 2001)
-American Bar Association (1968)
-Jacksonville Bar Association
---Past Member and Chairman, Fee Arbitration Committee (1973)
---Past Member, Professionalism Committee
-Florida Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism
-International Association of Defense Council
-American Board of Trial Advocates
-Florida Defense Lawyers Association
-Jacksonville Association of Defense Council: President (1980 - 1981)
-Defense Research Institute
-Fourth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee (1977 - 1980), Chairman (1979 - 1980)
-Jacksonville Area Legal Aid: Board of Directors (1974 - 1976)
University of Florida College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Stephen E. Day was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1968 and the California Bar in 1972 (now inactive). Steve is one of the firm's founding members, and he is currently Of Counsel to the firm. He graduated from Northwestern University in 1965 and from the University of Florida College of Law in 1968. Following law school, he served in the United States Navy's Judge Advocate General's Corps for four years. Steve's practice has included trials and appeals in a variety of fields, including first and third-party insurance defense claims, commercial litigation, class actions, environmental law, constitutional law, and representing physicians and hospitals in professional negligence proceedings. Currently, Steve limits his practice to representing insurance companies and reinsurers in coverage and extra-contractual litigation. Steve has served as a member and Chairman of the Fourth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee, the Florida Bar Civil Rules Committee, President of the Jacksonville Defense Lawyers Association, and he served a four-year appointment as a member of the Fourth Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission. For nine years Steve was a member of the Board of Governors of the Florida Bar Foundation, concluding his service as its President. He subsequently served as a Trustee of its endowment. Steve is a member of the American Bar Association, the Florida Defense Lawyers Association (member of the Amicus Curiae Committee), the International Association of Defense Counsel, the Defense Research Institute, and the American Board of Trial Advocates. He is a Fellow of the American College of Coverage and Extracontractual Counsel.
Practice Areas:
-Insurance Bad Faith/ Extra-Contractual Claims
-First and Third-Party Insurance Claims
-Insurance Coverage
-Trials and Appeals
-Commercial Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1968
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida, 1976
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, 1973
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida, 1968
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, 1981
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, 1973
-U.S. Supreme Court, 1974
-The State Bar of California, 1973
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1968, J.D.
-Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, 1965, B.A.
Honors and Awards:
The Florida Bar Foundation (Life Fellow)
Martindale-Hubbell, AV-rated*
* CV, BV and AV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar (1968)
---Admissions Committee (1974 - 1977)
---Civil Rules of Procedure Committee (1982 - 1986)
---Standing Committee on Pro Bono Legal Services (2001 - 2002)
-The Florida Counsel of Bar Association Presidents (1977)
-Fourth Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission (1988 1992)
-The Florida Bar Foundation
---Life Fellow
---Board of Directors (1985 - 1997)
---Chairman, Law Student Assistance Grant Committee (1990 - 1993)
---Chairman, Legal Assistance to the Poor Grant Committee (1994 - 1995)
---Member, Executive Committee (1990 - 1997)
---President (1996 - 1997)
---Trustee (1997 - 2001)
-American Bar Association (1968)
-Jacksonville Bar Association
---Past Member and Chairman, Fee Arbitration Committee (1973)
---Past Member, Professionalism Committee
-Florida Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism
-International Association of Defense Council
-American Board of Trial Advocates
-Florida Defense Lawyers Association
-Jacksonville Association of Defense Council: President (1980 - 1981)
-Defense Research Institute
-Fourth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee (1977 - 1980), Chairman (1979 - 1980)
-Jacksonville Area Legal Aid: Board of Directors (1974 - 1976)
University of Florida College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Nicholas J. Elder was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2006. He graduated Cum Laude from Rhodes College, Memphis, Tennessee in 2003. He received his law degree from the Florida State University College of Law in 2006. While in law school, Nick was Associate Editor of the Business Law Review and the Journal of Transnational Law and Policy.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial and Business Litigation
-Bad Faith, Extra-Contractual Claims
-Tort Litigation
-Construction and Real Estate Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 2006
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 2006, J.D.
-Law Review: Business Review, Associate Editor
-Law Journal: Journal of Transnational Law and Policy, Associate Editor
-Rhodes College, Memphis, Tennessee, 2003, B.A.
--Honors: Cum Laude
--Major: Political Science
--Minor: English and Spanish
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Federal Bar Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-The Florida Bar
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Nicholas J. Elder was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2006. He graduated Cum Laude from Rhodes College, Memphis, Tennessee in 2003. He received his law degree from the Florida State University College of Law in 2006. While in law school, Nick was Associate Editor of the Business Law Review and the Journal of Transnational Law and Policy.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial and Business Litigation
-Bad Faith, Extra-Contractual Claims
-Tort Litigation
-Construction and Real Estate Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 2006
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 2006, J.D.
-Law Review: Business Review, Associate Editor
-Law Journal: Journal of Transnational Law and Policy, Associate Editor
-Rhodes College, Memphis, Tennessee, 2003, B.A.
--Honors: Cum Laude
--Major: Political Science
--Minor: English and Spanish
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Federal Bar Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-The Florida Bar
Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Shalisa M. Francis is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Florida Agriculture & Mechanical University with a Bachelor of Art in Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration. She received her law degree With Honors from the Florida State University College of Law.
Practice Areas:
-Employment Law
-Commercial Litigation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, J.D.
-Honors: With Honors, Order of Barristers, Mock Trial Team, Moot Court Team
-Florida A & M University, Tallahassee, Florida, B.A., M.B.A.
-Honors: Summa Cum Laude
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Daniel Webster Perkins Bar Association - Board Member, 2009-2011 & 2012-2014
-Achievements
-Florida Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2013 & 2014
-Organizations
-Co-Founder, Social Sidebar Networking Group (Est. 2009)
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Shalisa M. Francis is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Florida Agriculture & Mechanical University with a Bachelor of Art in Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration. She received her law degree With Honors from the Florida State University College of Law.
Practice Areas:
-Employment Law
-Commercial Litigation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, J.D.
-Honors: With Honors, Order of Barristers, Mock Trial Team, Moot Court Team
-Florida A & M University, Tallahassee, Florida, B.A., M.B.A.
-Honors: Summa Cum Laude
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Daniel Webster Perkins Bar Association - Board Member, 2009-2011 & 2012-2014
-Achievements
-Florida Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2013 & 2014
-Organizations
-Co-Founder, Social Sidebar Networking Group (Est. 2009)
Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
David M. Gagnon was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2000. He graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in 1997. He received his Juris Doctor, With Honors, in 2000 from the Florida State University College of Law where he was a member of the Moot Court Team.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Employment Law
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 2000, J.D.
-Honors: With Honors, Moot Court Team
-Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, 1997, B.S.
-Honors: Cum Laude
Published Works:
-"Get me out of Here! How to Level the Playing Field in Small Claims PIP Actions One Proposal for Settlement at a Time", Trial Advocate Quarterly, Summer, Volume 24 # 3, 2005
-Changes to the Florida Personal Injury Protection Statute, The Bar Bulletin, January Issue: Volume 5, Issue 1, 2008
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Florida Defense Lawyers Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Member, Insurance Coverage Committee
Languages:
-English (Primary)
-German (Fluent)
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
David M. Gagnon was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2000. He graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in 1997. He received his Juris Doctor, With Honors, in 2000 from the Florida State University College of Law where he was a member of the Moot Court Team.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Employment Law
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 2000, J.D.
-Honors: With Honors, Moot Court Team
-Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, 1997, B.S.
-Honors: Cum Laude
Published Works:
-"Get me out of Here! How to Level the Playing Field in Small Claims PIP Actions One Proposal for Settlement at a Time", Trial Advocate Quarterly, Summer, Volume 24 # 3, 2005
-Changes to the Florida Personal Injury Protection Statute, The Bar Bulletin, January Issue: Volume 5, Issue 1, 2008
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Florida Defense Lawyers Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Member, Insurance Coverage Committee
Languages:
-English (Primary)
-German (Fluent)
Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Gina P. Grimsley is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Youngstown State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She received her law degree Magna Cum Laude from Florida Coastal School of Law. While in law school, Gina was a member of Florida Coastal's Law Review and Moot Court Honor Board.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial & Business Litigation
-Appellate Practice
-Insurance Bad Faith/Extra-Contractual Claims
-Insurance Coverage
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-Middle District of Florida
-Northern District of Florida
-Southern District of Florida
-11th Circuit Court of Appeals
Education:
-Florida Coastal School of Law, Jacksonville, Florida, J.D.
-Honors:
-Magna Cum Laude
-Florida Supreme Court Internship Program for Distinguished Florida Law Students, Intern for Justice Ricky Polston
-Law Review: Senior Articles Editor
-Moot Court Honor Board:
-Frdric Eiseman Award, Best Team Orals, Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
-Werner Melis Award, Best Memorandum, Honorable Mention, Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
-Best Brief, Runner-up, E. Earl Zehmer Workers' Compensation Competition
-Youngstown State University, Youngstown, Ohio, B.A.
-Honors: Summa Cum Laude
-Major: Political Science
Published Works
-"Overview of Garnishment Procedures", The Bar Bulletin, December 13, 2010 (with David M. Gagnon)
-"Florida Statute Section 768.0755: Reinstating the Traditional Premises Liability Doctrine", Trial Advocate Quarterly (with David M. Gagnon) (Spring 2011)
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Federal Bar Association, Jacksonville Chapter
-Steering Committee, Women's Initiative Practice Group, ALFA International
Florida Coastal School of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Gina P. Grimsley is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Youngstown State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She received her law degree Magna Cum Laude from Florida Coastal School of Law. While in law school, Gina was a member of Florida Coastal's Law Review and Moot Court Honor Board.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial & Business Litigation
-Appellate Practice
-Insurance Bad Faith/Extra-Contractual Claims
-Insurance Coverage
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-Middle District of Florida
-Northern District of Florida
-Southern District of Florida
-11th Circuit Court of Appeals
Education:
-Florida Coastal School of Law, Jacksonville, Florida, J.D.
-Honors:
-Magna Cum Laude
-Florida Supreme Court Internship Program for Distinguished Florida Law Students, Intern for Justice Ricky Polston
-Law Review: Senior Articles Editor
-Moot Court Honor Board:
-Frdric Eiseman Award, Best Team Orals, Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
-Werner Melis Award, Best Memorandum, Honorable Mention, Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
-Best Brief, Runner-up, E. Earl Zehmer Workers' Compensation Competition
-Youngstown State University, Youngstown, Ohio, B.A.
-Honors: Summa Cum Laude
-Major: Political Science
Published Works
-"Overview of Garnishment Procedures", The Bar Bulletin, December 13, 2010 (with David M. Gagnon)
-"Florida Statute Section 768.0755: Reinstating the Traditional Premises Liability Doctrine", Trial Advocate Quarterly (with David M. Gagnon) (Spring 2011)
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Federal Bar Association, Jacksonville Chapter
-Steering Committee, Women's Initiative Practice Group, ALFA International
Florida Coastal School of Law Juris Doctorate,
Reed W. Grimm was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1986. He graduated from Stetson University in 1983 and from the Stetson College of Law in 1986. He was an Assistant State Attorney in Florida's Fourth Judicial Circuit for 5 years, during which time he became a Circuit Court Division Chief. His practice includes commercial and construction litigation as well as defending bad faith, extra-contractual claims. He is Board Certified in Construction Law by the Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education.
Practice Areas:
-Construction Litigation
-Insurance Bad Faith, Extra-Contractual Claims
-Commercial Litigation
-Transportation Law
-Real Property Litigation
Certification/Specialties:
Board Certified in Construction Law, The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1986
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Education:
-Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida, 1986, J.D.
-Stetson University, Deland, Florida, 1983, B.A.
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar
-Jacksonville Bar Association
Stetson University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Reed W. Grimm was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1986. He graduated from Stetson University in 1983 and from the Stetson College of Law in 1986. He was an Assistant State Attorney in Florida's Fourth Judicial Circuit for 5 years, during which time he became a Circuit Court Division Chief. His practice includes commercial and construction litigation as well as defending bad faith, extra-contractual claims. He is Board Certified in Construction Law by the Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education.
Practice Areas:
-Construction Litigation
-Insurance Bad Faith, Extra-Contractual Claims
-Commercial Litigation
-Transportation Law
-Real Property Litigation
Certification/Specialties:
Board Certified in Construction Law, The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 1986
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Education:
-Stetson University College of Law, Gulfport, Florida, 1986, J.D.
-Stetson University, Deland, Florida, 1983, B.A.
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar
-Jacksonville Bar Association
Stetson University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Jessica M. Icerman is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science. She received her law degree from Florida State University. While in law school, Jessica was the President of the Women's Law Symposium and was a member and served on the executive board of the Journal of Land Use and Environmental Law.
Practice Areas:
-Tort Litigation
-Workers' Compensation
Bar Admissions:
Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law
-Journal of Land Use and Environmental law: Articles Selection Editor
-Women's Law Symposium: President
-Member of the William H. Stafford American Inn of Court
-University of Florida
-Major: Environmental Science
Professional Associations and Members:
-The Florida Bar
-Jacksonville Bar Association
Publication:
Will the Silvicultural Exemption Survive? An Update on Northwest Environmental Defense Center v. Brown, Forest Resources Committee Newsletter, June 2012 (co-authored with Jacob T. Cremer)
Jessica M. Icerman is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science. She received her law degree from Florida State University. While in law school, Jessica was the President of the Women's Law Symposium and was a member and served on the executive board of the Journal of Land Use and Environmental Law.
Practice Areas:
-Tort Litigation
-Workers' Compensation
Bar Admissions:
Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law
-Journal of Land Use and Environmental law: Articles Selection Editor
-Women's Law Symposium: President
-Member of the William H. Stafford American Inn of Court
-University of Florida
-Major: Environmental Science
Professional Associations and Members:
-The Florida Bar
-Jacksonville Bar Association
Publication:
Will the Silvicultural Exemption Survive? An Update on Northwest Environmental Defense Center v. Brown, Forest Resources Committee Newsletter, June 2012 (co-authored with Jacob T. Cremer)
Jordan Janoski was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2014. He graduated from The Ohio State University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He received his Juris Doctor Magna Cum Laude from the University Of South Carolina School Of Law, where he was Senior Research Editor of the South Carolina Law Review and a member of the South Carolina Moot Court Bar.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida
Education:
-The University of South Carolina School of Law, 2014
-Juris Doctor, Magna Cum Laude
-Senior Research Editor, South Carolina Law Review
-South Carolina Moot Court Bar
-The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, 2009
-Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Published Works:
"Extraordinary and Unusual Circumstances: Compensability Of Psychological Injuries Under South Carolina's Workers' Compensation Law", 64 South Carolina Law Review 1063 (2013)
Professional Associations and Memberships:
The Florida Bar
The University of South Carolina School of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Jordan Janoski was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2014. He graduated from The Ohio State University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He received his Juris Doctor Magna Cum Laude from the University Of South Carolina School Of Law, where he was Senior Research Editor of the South Carolina Law Review and a member of the South Carolina Moot Court Bar.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida
Education:
-The University of South Carolina School of Law, 2014
-Juris Doctor, Magna Cum Laude
-Senior Research Editor, South Carolina Law Review
-South Carolina Moot Court Bar
-The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, 2009
-Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Published Works:
"Extraordinary and Unusual Circumstances: Compensability Of Psychological Injuries Under South Carolina's Workers' Compensation Law", 64 South Carolina Law Review 1063 (2013)
Professional Associations and Memberships:
The Florida Bar
The University of South Carolina School of Law Juris Doctorate,
Christopher J. Mueller was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2005. He graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University in 2001. He received his Juris Doctor from the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University in 2005. His practice includes construction law and commercial and insurance litigation. He is also experienced in defending general negligence and medical malpractice suits. From 2010 to 2013, Christopher has been named a Rising Star, one of the state's forthcoming attorneys, by Super Lawyers in Construction/Surety Law.
Practice Areas:
-Construction Litigation
-Commercial Litigation
-Insurance Litigation
Certification/Specialties:
Board Certified in Construction Law, The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 2005
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, 2005
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida, 2006
Education:
-Mercer University, J.D., 2005
-Honors: Mercer University Moot Court Board, 2003-2004, Order of the Barristers
-Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, 2001
-Honors: Cum Laude
-Honors: Garnet and Gold Key Honor Society
-Professional Associations, Memberships and Civic Affiliations:
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Chester Bedell Inn of Court
-Justice Teaching Program
-Phi Delta Phi
-Jacksonville Seminole Club (Board of Directors 2008-present)
-Children's International Summer Villages (CISV) - (Board of Directors, 2008-2009, 2013)
-Seminole Boosters, Inc. Inner Council
Honors and Awards:
-Martindale-Hubbell, AV-rated*
-Super Lawyers, Rising Stars (2010-2013)
-904 Magazine, Jacksonville's Top Lawyers (2012)
-* CV, BV and AV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.
Mercer University
Juris Doctorate,
Christopher J. Mueller was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2005. He graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University in 2001. He received his Juris Doctor from the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University in 2005. His practice includes construction law and commercial and insurance litigation. He is also experienced in defending general negligence and medical malpractice suits. From 2010 to 2013, Christopher has been named a Rising Star, one of the state's forthcoming attorneys, by Super Lawyers in Construction/Surety Law.
Practice Areas:
-Construction Litigation
-Commercial Litigation
-Insurance Litigation
Certification/Specialties:
Board Certified in Construction Law, The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
Bar Admissions:
-Florida, 2005
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, 2005
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida, 2006
Education:
-Mercer University, J.D., 2005
-Honors: Mercer University Moot Court Board, 2003-2004, Order of the Barristers
-Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, 2001
-Honors: Cum Laude
-Honors: Garnet and Gold Key Honor Society
-Professional Associations, Memberships and Civic Affiliations:
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Chester Bedell Inn of Court
-Justice Teaching Program
-Phi Delta Phi
-Jacksonville Seminole Club (Board of Directors 2008-present)
-Children's International Summer Villages (CISV) - (Board of Directors, 2008-2009, 2013)
-Seminole Boosters, Inc. Inner Council
Honors and Awards:
-Martindale-Hubbell, AV-rated*
-Super Lawyers, Rising Stars (2010-2013)
-904 Magazine, Jacksonville's Top Lawyers (2012)
-* CV, BV and AV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.
Mercer University Juris Doctorate,
John D. Osgathorpe was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1997 and the Florida Bar in 1998. He graduated from Indiana University in 1994 with a degree in Economics, and from Indiana University School of Law-Indianapolis in 1997. While in law school, John was an Associate Editor of the Indiana International and Comparative Law Review. He also studied law at East China University of Political Science in Shanghai, China, and in Tokyo, Japan at Temple University's School of Law - Tokyo. He is a member of the firm's Management Committee, and he is a Contact Partner for ALFA International. John is also on the Board of Ability Housing of Northeast Florida.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial & Business Litigation
-Construction & Real Estate Litigation
-Tort Litigation
-Business Law
Bar Admissions:
-Illinois
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Education:
-Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1997, J.D.
-Law Review: Indiana International & Comparative Law Review, Associate Editor, 1995 - 1996
-Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1994, B.A.
-Vincennes University, Vincennes, Indiana, 1989, A.S.
Published Works:
-"A Critical Survey of The People's Republic of China New Company Law," 6 Ind. Int. & Com. Law Review, 2, Spring, 1996
-Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Federal Bar Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Illinois State Bar Association
-Florida Bar Association
Away From the Office:
John is married to Meredith, and they have two delightful young sons. Additionally, he is a striving bicyclist.
Indiana University School of Law
Juris Doctorate,
John D. Osgathorpe was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1997 and the Florida Bar in 1998. He graduated from Indiana University in 1994 with a degree in Economics, and from Indiana University School of Law-Indianapolis in 1997. While in law school, John was an Associate Editor of the Indiana International and Comparative Law Review. He also studied law at East China University of Political Science in Shanghai, China, and in Tokyo, Japan at Temple University's School of Law - Tokyo. He is a member of the firm's Management Committee, and he is a Contact Partner for ALFA International. John is also on the Board of Ability Housing of Northeast Florida.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial & Business Litigation
-Construction & Real Estate Litigation
-Tort Litigation
-Business Law
Bar Admissions:
-Illinois
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Education:
-Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1997, J.D.
-Law Review: Indiana International & Comparative Law Review, Associate Editor, 1995 - 1996
-Indiana University, Indianapolis, Indiana, 1994, B.A.
-Vincennes University, Vincennes, Indiana, 1989, A.S.
Published Works:
-"A Critical Survey of The People's Republic of China New Company Law," 6 Ind. Int. & Com. Law Review, 2, Spring, 1996
-Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Federal Bar Association
-Jacksonville Bar Association
-Illinois State Bar Association
-Florida Bar Association
Away From the Office:
John is married to Meredith, and they have two delightful young sons. Additionally, he is a striving bicyclist.
Indiana University School of Law Juris Doctorate,
Tara N. "Nikki" Poole was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2002. She graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University, and she received her J.D., With Honors, from The Florida State University College of Law 2002. Nikki practices workers' compensation and commercial litigation.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation Law
-Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation
-Commercial Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 2002, J.D.
-Honors: With Honors
-Florida State University, 1998, B.A.
-Honors: Cum Laude
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Tara N. "Nikki" Poole was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2002. She graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University, and she received her J.D., With Honors, from The Florida State University College of Law 2002. Nikki practices workers' compensation and commercial litigation.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation Law
-Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation
-Commercial Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 2002, J.D.
-Honors: With Honors
-Florida State University, 1998, B.A.
-Honors: Cum Laude
Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Heather E. Sosnowski was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2003. She graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University in 1998 and received her law degree, With Honors, from Florida Coastal School of Law in 2002. Heather's practice includes state workers' compensation and Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation
-Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-Georgia
Education:
-Florida Coastal School of Law, J.D.- 2002 With Honors
-Florida State University, 1998- B.S. Honors-Cum Laude
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar
-The Jacksonville Bar Association
-The Georgia Bar
-E. Robert Williams American Inns of Court
Florida Coastal School of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Heather E. Sosnowski was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2003. She graduated Cum Laude from Florida State University in 1998 and received her law degree, With Honors, from Florida Coastal School of Law in 2002. Heather's practice includes state workers' compensation and Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation.
Practice Areas:
-Workers' Compensation
-Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-Georgia
Education:
-Florida Coastal School of Law, J.D.- 2002 With Honors
-Florida State University, 1998- B.S. Honors-Cum Laude
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-The Florida Bar
-The Jacksonville Bar Association
-The Georgia Bar
-E. Robert Williams American Inns of Court
Florida Coastal School of Law Juris Doctorate,
John C. Taylor, Jr. is a lifelong Jacksonville resident. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1970, and he is one of the firm's founding members. He graduated from the University of the South, With Honors, in 1967 and from the University of Florida College of Law in 1970. His practice includes business and commercial litigation, with an emphasis on securities arbitration. John has been active in local bar and professional associations, including serving as Chairman of the Fourth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee. He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates and the Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association. He has tried many cases involving widely varied legal issues in his 40-year career.
Practice Areas:
-General Commercial and Business Litigation
-Securities Arbitration
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1970, J.D.
-University of the South, 1967, B.A.
-Honors: With Honors
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Fourth Judicial Circuit: Chairman, Grievance Committee
-American Board of Trial Advocates
-Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association
-Florida Association of Defense Counsel
-Defense Research Institute
-Master, Nassau County Inns of Court
University of Florida College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
John C. Taylor, Jr. is a lifelong Jacksonville resident. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1970, and he is one of the firm's founding members. He graduated from the University of the South, With Honors, in 1967 and from the University of Florida College of Law in 1970. His practice includes business and commercial litigation, with an emphasis on securities arbitration. John has been active in local bar and professional associations, including serving as Chairman of the Fourth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee. He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates and the Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association. He has tried many cases involving widely varied legal issues in his 40-year career.
Practice Areas:
-General Commercial and Business Litigation
-Securities Arbitration
Bar Admissions:
-Florida
-U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
-U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
-U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Education:
-University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 1970, J.D.
-University of the South, 1967, B.A.
-Honors: With Honors
Professional Associations and Memberships:
-Fourth Judicial Circuit: Chairman, Grievance Committee
-American Board of Trial Advocates
-Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association
-Florida Association of Defense Counsel
-Defense Research Institute
-Master, Nassau County Inns of Court
University of Florida College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Jacquelyn A. Turmes is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. She received her law degree from Florida State University. While in law school, Jacquelyn was Editor in Chief of the Business Review and President of the Business Law Society.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida and Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, J.D
-Business Review: Editor in Chief
-Business Law Society: President
-Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, B.A.
-Major: English Literature
Professional Associations and Members:
The Florida Bar
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Jacquelyn A. Turmes is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. She received her law degree from Florida State University. While in law school, Jacquelyn was Editor in Chief of the Business Review and President of the Business Law Society.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida and Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, J.D
-Business Review: Editor in Chief
-Business Law Society: President
-Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, B.A.
-Major: English Literature
Professional Associations and Members:
The Florida Bar
Florida State University College of Law Juris Doctorate,
Whitney B. Williams is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated with honors from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She received her law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida and Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida Coastal School of Law, Jacksonville, FL, J.D.
-University of Florida, Gainesville, B.A.
-Major: Political Science
Professional Associations and Members:
The Florida Bar
Florida Coastal School of Law
Juris Doctorate,
Whitney B. Williams is admitted to the Florida Bar. She graduated with honors from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She received her law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law.
Practice Areas:
-Commercial Litigation
-Tort Litigation
Bar Admissions:
Florida and Middle District of Florida
Education:
-Florida Coastal School of Law, Jacksonville, FL, J.D.
-University of Florida, Gainesville, B.A.
-Major: Political Science
Professional Associations and Members:
The Florida Bar
Florida Coastal School of Law Juris Doctorate,
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