Best Lawyers in Florida, United States for Insurance Law
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Brenden Collins is a detail-oriented litigator who provides zealous advocacy and practical solutions, whether through early settlement, strategic litigation, or trial. He focuses on general civil litigation, including automobile accidents, premises liability, product liability, construction defect, copyright, and first-party property matters across Florida. Discover more about Brenden’s practice here .
Ryan Hedstrom is an associate in the firm’s Litigation Practice Group. He primarily focuses his practice on policyholder insurance coverage disputes and complex commercial litigation, assisting clients with virtually all types of insurance recovery issues, including coverage denials, claim presentation, bad faith matters, and related appeals, as well as complex business disputes. Prior to joining Bradley, Ryan gained valuable experience working at a large international law firm and two ...
Victoria Merritt is an associate in the Jacksonville office. She practices in the area of general defense litigation, with an emphasis upon Catastrophic and Personal Injury, Insurance Coverage and Carrier Representation, Premises Liability, Product Liability, Trucking Accident Defense, Vehicle Negligence and Security Negligence. Ms. Merritt earned her Bachelor of Arts in English with minors in Pre-Law and Political Science from Flagler College. Thereafter, Ms. Merritt attended Florida Coastal...
Shaun M. Quinn is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Shaun M., who practices law in Miramar, Florida, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Shaun M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Steffani Russo is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Health Care Law, Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Steffani, who practices law in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Steffani is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Matthew Kochinski is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Transportation Law. Matthew, who practices law in Tampa, Florida, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
William Johnson is an accomplished litigator focused on insurance defense. Known for his thorough preparation and practical approach, he provides responsive, efficient, and effective advocacy for his clients. He also holds a certificate in human rights law and a PhD in English language and literature. Learn more about William’s practice.
Alexander Zachariah is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Insurance Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Alexander, who practices law in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alexander is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
J. Kent Crocker is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law. J. Kent, who practices law in Miami, Florida, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which J. Kent is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Taylor Silverberg is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Product Liability Litigation - Defendants and Real Estate Law. Taylor, who practices law in Coral Gables, Florida, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem...
Michael Paul Orta is a partner in the Jacksonville office. He practices in the area of insurance defense, focused on Bodily Injury, UM, Premises Liability, 1st party property, and Bad Faith claims. Mr. Orta has been recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch ® in America since 2024 for Insurance Law. Born in Jacksonville, Mr. Orta attended Bucknell University for his undergraduate studies, and later the College of William & Mary, where he obtained an MBA focused on real estate and entr...
Raised in Palm Beach County, Florida, Herb Uzzi left the sunny shores of Florida’s east coast to attend the University of South Carolina, where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications. Following college, Herb returned to Palm Beach County, where he began his career as a sports journalist, working as a sports reporter for the Palm Beach Post; a producer, as a host, producer, writer and reporter for ESPN Radio West Palm; and as a producer, reporter, and sports news anchor ...
Jessica J. Williams is an associate at Rivkin Radler LLP in Jacksonville, Florida. Her practice focuses on Insurance Law and Commercial Litigation, with an emphasis on insurance coverage disputes and related litigation. Jessica represents insurers in complex coverage matters and litigation arising under a variety of insurance policies. Before joining Rivkin Radler’s Jacksonville office, Jessica practiced at another Jacksonville-based firm where she handled a broad range of commercial li...
Hannah Lewin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Insurance Law. Hannah, who practices law in Tampa, Florida, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Hannah is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Meticulous and thorough, Catherine Arpen develops strong defense strategies tailored to her clients’ business objectives, whether through settlement or litigation. She emphasizes responsiveness and collaboration, keeping clients and adjusters fully informed while using proven strategies to manage each matter. Catherine focuses her practice on general liability, premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, civil rights defense, products liability, and commercial litigation in the hospita...
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