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Stephen Watrel
also known as Steve Watrel
About Stephen
Biography
Steve Watrel, P.A and his associates are in the business of fighting nursing home chains and are on a personal mission to eradicate elder neglect and abuse. As attorneys, we can’t undo what was done to your loved one, but we are here to help you get the justice your family deserves. What this means for you is the respect and recognition of your family member as an individual and restitution of the wrong that was done. Based on his 25+ years of fighting for elder rights in Jacksonville, Steve Watrel, P.A. has developed a proven approach to combatting nursing home abuse seen in the big chains and perpetuated by insurance companies. Steve’s legal process and expertise is widely heralded in law trade publications across the nation and other attorneys regularly seek his special counsel on these types of cases.
We are a law firm not a law factory. That means you receive all the power and resources you’d expect at a large firm, while working with a purposely smaller law firm to get the best possible representation. Unlike other firms, your case will not be handled by a junior attorney or a paralegal. Steve Watrel will personally represent you. We believe that gives our clients the best chance at the results they deserve.
Our firm was established in 1993 by attorney Steve Watrel, a former attorney at one of Jacksonville’s largest law firms. Steve wanted to bring the large firm experience to people who wanted a superior, senior-level attorney but didn’t want the large firm baggage.
Steve Watrel is the Nursing Home Abuse Legal Expert™.
Our goal is to ensure your speedy recovery & obtain the absolute best possible compensation.
Many motorcycle accidents involve serious injuries & death. We offer free consultations.
Our team fights hard when it comes to your loved ones.
Our job is to ensure that victims of trucking accidents obtain full compensation.
Our team understands that this is an extremely emotional time for clients.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
60%
Car Accident
15%
Wrongful Death
15%
Motorcycle Accident
5%
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 33 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Stephen Watrel's Reviews
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Posted by Rich | October 3, 2008
This is your guy!!!
I believe Steve Watrel is the best attorney in North Florida. The personal attention he pays to his clients makes all the difference. Unlike those big firms where you work with a paralegal or a secretary 90% of the time, Mr. Watrel really puts110% into his clients' cases. His firm doesn't have quo...
Stephen Watrel's Lawyer Endorsements
Thomas Asbury
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Aug 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. He is well-respected in the community."
"I have tremendous respect for Steve, and for his approach to the cases he handles. Steve understands that his clients are depending on him, and takes that charge seriously. He is dedicated to excellence, and is a credit to the legal profession."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with and know Mr. Watrel well. You will be greatly served hiring him!"
"I know Steve from the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College and the Trojan Horse Method seminars. Steve is a one of those rare human beings who is down-to-earth yet bestowed with the highest talent. Like a baseball player with a .350+ batting average, the swing looks natural, but there are many hours of practice that went into that swing. Whenever anyone in Ohio or Indiana asks me to refer them to an attorney in Jacksonville, Florida, I tell them to call Steve. No hesitation. No second thoughts. Steve Watrel is a lawyer that I trust with people who trust me to point them to the right person."
Gregory Lawrence
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Mar 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Watrel is an outstanding and tenacious injury and nursing home neglect lawyer. Nursing homes defend lawsuits vigorously and if a lawyer is not experienced in the field he or she will be quickly overwhelmed. Not only does Steve have the experience, he also has the strength to stand toe to toe with any defense firm in Florida. He accepts nothing less than a full measure of justice for his clients. I endorse Steve wholeheartedly and without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Paris Russell
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Dec 05
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Steve has the experience and work ethic that is necessary to properly represent claimants in such a competitive field. Endorsed without reservation."
Howard Butler
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Nov 01
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I know from from first hand experience having worked with Steve Watrel on liability cases which have gone to trial that he and his staff do a first rate job for their clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Steve for over 20 years. I refer clients to him because of his experience, dedication, and the outstanding results he achieves for his clients. Steve will go to trial because he is a master at trying cases before a jury. He has expertise in representing the victims of nursing home abuse, medical malpractice, motor vehicle crashes, as well as other situations where people are injured through the fault of others. You cannot go wrong by choosing Steve as your lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. From his impressive answers on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer.Steve Watrel is a qualified and hard working attorney who give individual attention to each case and each client. Steve Watrel has years of experience. He understands both the intricacies of the law as well as the challenges presented to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is an excellent lawyer who gets good results for his clients."
"Without hesitation, I recommend Stephen. He is an excellent lawyer and person. Do not hesitate to call on him if legal trouble finds you."
"Steve is a rare blend of a personal human being who also is a tenacious advocate. We have worked together on numerous complex matters and he a phenomenal advocate for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
"Steve is a fantastic, hard-working lawyer whose goal is to provide the best service to his clients. I can't say that about many lawyers. His ability in the courtroom is superb. I highly recommend Steve and would use him myself if the need ever arose."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Steve Watrell Is one of the hardest working lawyers I know. He works every case with an attention to detail that is unmatched. He is personally involved in every aspect of working up his cases for trial which assures the best results by either settlement or jury verdict."
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Experience
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Shareholder, Coker Law
1993 - 2020
Attorney, Steve Watrel, PA
Associations
2013 - Present
Florida Justice AssociationBoard of Directors
2003 - Present
Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers CollegeGraduate
1993 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
Jacksonville Justice Association
Board of Governors
Florida Justice Association Nursing Home Legislative Committe
Chair
Education
1992
Syracuse University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
Tulane University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
FJA Workhorse Seminar
Nursing Home Cases A to Z
2014
FJA Webinar
Dealing with Biomechanical Experts
Publications
Languages
English