Scott Thomas Fortune

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Also known as Scott Fortune, Scott T. Fortune
Scott Thomas Fortune
From officers and shareholders/executives to hourly employees, our track record speaks for itself.
5.0 star rating
Professional, Experienced and just great!
- a Employment client
5.0 star rating
Outstanding Employment Lawyer!
- Linda, a Employment client

Overview

Avvo Rating

9.2

Superb

Experience 4.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 8

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Practice Areas

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (33%-45%), Hourly ($375/hour), Retainer (Sometimes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 904-246-2125
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  • Fortune Law Offices
    1807 3rd St N
    Jacksonville Beach, Florida 32250
    Office: 904-246-2125
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Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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Outside of our Tree House accommodations at Hapuku Lodge, in Kaikoura, NZ, on South Island.
Skiing in Mt. Hutt, NZ, South Island, in August.  The ocean was visible from where I was sitting on the chairlift.
Beautiful Tree house accommodations in Kaikoura, NZ, South Island
Our recent trip to Sydney Harbor.

For the past 28 years,my legal staff and Ihave represented CEOs and janitors, multi-millionaires and minimum wage workers; men and women from all walks of life.... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Professional, Experienced and just great!”

Posted by: a Employment client, almost 4 years ago.

Client Review: It was a pleasure working with Scott even with the difficult circumstances that brought me to him. He was professional, understanding and gave me... more
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5 star rating

“Outstanding Employment Lawyer!”

Posted by: Linda, 10 months ago.

Client Review: I had the pleasure to work with Scott and his staff over a three year period. He was extremely knowledgeable and wonderful to work with. We... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

4 endorsements


David Brian Sacks

I endorse this lawyer. I have known Scott for many years and have always respected his abilities and commitment to high standards and ethical... more

Endorsement from lawyer: David Sacks , Jacksonville (FL), 9 months ago
Scott Sanford Cairns

Scott Fortune is a skille plaintiff's employment lawyer. He is smart, he works hard, and he is an experienced trial lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Scott Cairns , Jacksonville (FL), Almost 4 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

31 years since Scott Thomas Fortune was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Florida Member in Good Standing 1982 04/14/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
President at Fortune Law Offices, P.A. 1985–present

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1981
University of Florida Journalism and Mass Communication BS - Bachelor of Science 1978

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law The Florida Bar 2009
AV Rating Martindale Hubbell 2002

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Florida Deposition Program Faculty Member National Institute for Trial Advocacy 1993–present
Labor and Employment Section Member Florida Bar 1991–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 8
Answers: 38 Legal Answers
3 Best Answers - chosen by asker
19 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
9 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 2 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Unfair Claims Practices and Bad Faith Florida Automobile Insurance Law Manual

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Taking and Defending Depositions Florida Deposition Program 2008

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