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John Elliott Leighton

Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 30% Personal Injury
    27 years, 400 cases
  • 20% Medical Malpractice
    27 years, 75 cases
  • 20% Car / Auto Accident
    27 years, 100 cases
  • 15% Wrongful Death
    27 years, 100 cases
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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (33%-45%), Free Consultation (60 minutes), Hourly ($525-$600/hour)

Contact Information

  • Leighton Law, P.A.
    1401 Brickell Avenue
    Suite 900
    Miami, FL 33131
    Office: 888-395-0001
    Fax: 305-675-0123
    Office: 305-347-3151
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  • Leighton Law, P.A.
    121 South Orange Avenue
    Suite 1150
    Orlando, FL 32801
    Office: 888-395-0001
    Office: 407-384-8004
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About Me

Photos (30)

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Leighton book signing at AAJ convention in New York, July 11, 2011.
John Leighton appears on the national show Inside Edition regarding resort and hotel safety.
John Leighton Chairs the Inadequate Premises Security Education program at the AAJ annual convention in San Francisco.
Leighton Law hosted the American Association for Justice Winter Convention Closing Reception at the Delano Hotel on South Beach, February 2011.  Over 400 attorneys enjoyed cocktails and desserts outside in the "orchard" and poolside at this chic hotel.

Board certified trial specialist with emphasis on complex and catastrophic civil litigation including personal injury and wrongful death, medical malpractice,... more

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References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Jill - Client”

Posted by: a Personal Injury client, 2008-08-12 over 3 years ago.

Client Review: John recently litigated a case for my husband and I that resulted in permanent injuries. He was compassionate and meticulous about his work. We... more
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5 star rating

“Outstanding Lawyer”

Posted by: a Litigation client, 2008-07-04 over 3 years ago.

Client Review: I used this lawyer for two cases, both of which were extremely difficult. John handled them both flawlessly, and won both times, meeting or... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

12 endorsements


Gregory G. Jones

I endorse this lawyer. John is a truly exemplary attorney in every way. I have personally worked with John on a case in Florida that involved... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Gregory Jones , Southlake (TX), 3 months ago
Brian Levin

I had the pleasure of working with John as his law clerk when I was still in law school. In short, John is as talented of a lawyer as they come. He... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Brian Levin , Miami (FL), Over 1 year ago
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Résumé

 

License

26 years since John Elliott Leighton was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Florida Member in Good Standing 1985 03/05/2011

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

Work Experience

Position Duration
Managing Partner at Leighton Law, P.A. 2008–present
Partner at Leesfield Leighton & Partners, P.A. 1989–2008
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law JD - Juris Doctor with honors 1985
University of Florida BA - Bachelor of Arts with honors 1982

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Best Lawyer, personal injury and medical malpractice Best Lawyers in America 2012
Top Lawyer in South Florida South Florida Legal Guide 2012
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member American Board of Trial Advocates (Miami chapter) 2010-present
Board of Trustees National College of Advocacy 2008-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Reputation Level 8
Answers: 19 Legal Answers
0 Best Answers
8 Answers marked as good
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Publications

Article Publication Date
“Corporate and Institutional Liability for Sexual Assaults and Sexual Abuse” South Florida Legal Guide 2012
Resort Torts...and the Courts - Vacation and Resort Liability Daily Business Review 2011
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Resort Torts Resort Torts...and the Courts 2011
Terrorism and Civil Actions National Crime Victim Bar Assoc. Annual Conference 2011
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