Trisha Widowfield
About Trisha Widowfield
Trisha Widowfield is a lawyer based in Fort Lauderdale, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. Trisha Widowfield is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Osborne Francis & Pettis PLLC
Education: University of Miami School of Law, J.D., graduated 2007
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
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