Collin earned his degree from St. Mary's University School of Law in San Antonio, Texas. He received his undergraduate degree in Business Finance and minors in Economics from Florida State University. He served as a State Prosecutor in Felony, Misdemeanor, Traffic, and Juvenile divisions where he handled over 6,000 criminal cases. He also served as a State Attorney Liaison for the Weed and Seed drug program. Collin gained additional experience and insight working as Senior Counsel for the Florida Department of Insurance regulating insurance companies for fraudulent practices. He opened his private practice in 2002. Collin's private practice specializes in civil personal injury claims, wrongful death, medical malpractice and class action suits for clients. His firm has worked to obtain a $335,000 verdict on a $25,000 insurance policy and a $100,000 settlement in an auto accident case with a $10,000 auto insurance policy due to bad faith insurance practices. Collin has helped his injured clients obtain several million of dollars since starting his private practice in 2002. Collin practices in both federal and state court. Collin is a passionate, highly skilled and aggressive lawyer who will fight for your rights in and out of court. Collin is the right attorney for you.
Practice areas
27 years, 1,000 cases
27 years, 1,000 cases
27 years, 1,000 cases
27 years, 1,000 cases
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 1997 | 05/16/2022 |
Legal answers | 64 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2017 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2016 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2015 |
Top Contributor | AVVO | 2014 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2014 |
Client Choice | AVVO | 2013 |
Who's Who in American Law Students | Who's Who in American Law Students | 1997 |
Who's Who in American Law Students | Who's Who in American Law Students | 1995 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | Law Office of Collin Cherry, P.L. | 2002 - Present |
Senior Attorney | Florida Department Of Insurance | 1999 - 2002 |
Assistant State Attorney | Office Of The State Attorney, 2nd Judicial Circuit | 1997 - 1999 |
Law Clerk | Newell & Stall, P.A. | 1996 - 1996 |
Law Clerk | Katz Kutter Alderman Bryant | 1995 - 1995 |
Attorney | St. Mary's Civil Justice Clinic | 1994 - 1996 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
Capital City Justice Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
Florida Justice Association | Member | 2002 - Present |
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2002 - Present |
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Tallahassee chapter) | Member | 2002 - Present |
Jefferson County Bar Association | Member | 2002 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2002 - Present |
American Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2002 - Present |
Tallahassee Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
Florida Bar | Member | 1997 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 1997 - Present |
Seminole Boosters | Member | 1997 - Present |
Tallahassee Bar Association, Young Lawyers' Section | Board Member | 2007 - 2008 |
Rescue Mission | Board of Directors | 2004 - 2005 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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St. Mary's University School of Law | The Disappearance of A Right To Be Left Alone: Warren and Brandeis’ Fears About Public Disclosures of Private Facts Revisited | 1996 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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St Mary's University of San Antonio School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1996 |
Florida State University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1993 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Law Call | Personal Injuries | 2014 |
Law Call | Auto Accidents | 2013 |
Law Call | Summertime Injuries | 2013 |
Chamber of Commerce | BP Oil Spill Claims and Small Business | 2013 |
Law Call | Personal Injury Law | 2012 |
Law Call | Auto Accidents and Personal Injury | 2012 |
Law Call | Trucking Accidents and Tort Law | 2011 |
Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy | DUI | 1998 |
Case name | Outcome |
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In Re: The Oil Rig "Deepwater Horizon" in the Gulf of Mexico 2010 | Recoveries for Numberous Business Claims |
John Doe v. Anonymous | Settlement |
John Doe v. Anonymous | Settlement |
United States v. Shanna Lewis | Plea |
State of Florida v. Willie Wood | Not Guilty All Counts. |
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James Shields, Unknown Attorney on Aug 26, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.
John Ralls, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 22, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community.
James Shields, Unknown Attorney on Aug 26, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.
John Ralls, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 22, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community.
Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Arthur. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Mark Nonni, Unknown Attorney on Aug 16, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this attorney. Collin is extremely knowledgeable about the law, and he has a proven track record of success. I would not hesitate to recommend Collin for personal injury and criminal defense cases.
John Phillips, Unknown Attorney on Aug 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Attorney Cherry. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos
Ethan Way, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with Collin since we were both prosecutors in the late 90's. He ha excellant preparation and great trial skills.
John Wallace, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Collin is an excellent attorney who gets results for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend Collin.
David Burns, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 7, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Collin Cherry is an experienced trial lawyer handling a variety of cases. He is well-recognized in the legal community. He is very personable, knowledgeable and dedicated to providing quality legal services to his clients.
Lucas Lanasa, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 4, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Joseph Brooks, Business Attorney on Aug 1, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Collin Cherry is a highly competent lawyer that not only has great professionalism, but also has rigorous enthusiasm. He has the highest integrity in both his personal and professional life and is someone I have a genuine respect for.
Matthew Willard, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 31, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Collin is both thorough and tenacious. He will go the extra mile for his clients, and do so no matter how big or small the case may be.
Joshua Zelman, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 26, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Collin is extremely thorough, well-prepared and tenacious in his representation of those charged with criminal offenses. I strongly endorse Collin.
Luke Newman, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable. Experienced. Well-respected in the Tallahassee legal community. I would be happy to have Collin represent a friend or family member.
James Cook, Unknown Attorney on Jul 25, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Collin is a tenacious and effective litigator. I recommend him highly in both criminal and civil matters.
Matthew Casey, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Collin is a very experienced trial lawyer who also has top notch research skills, and he is not afraid to think outside the box to help his clients. He is also a former prosecutor, which means he has great insight into the prosecutorial perspective on his cases. He works hard to achieve the best outcomes possible for his clients. Collin is also very knowledgeable and experienced in the personal injury arena. I would have no hesitation in referring someone to him for either a criminal case or a personal injury issue.
Garvin Bowden, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Randy Pelham, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Kimberly Stewart, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 24, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Collin is not only experienced and well-versed in personal injury law, but he is also a caring and compassionate attorney who zealously advocates for his clients.
Dana Brooks, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 24, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I would recommend Collin Cherry without reservation for any personal injury claim. Collin's vast experience, along with his network of resources, makes him the ideal choice for anything from an auto accident to a products liability claim. His ethics are beyond reproach. Collin rightfully takes pride in the relationships he's formed with current and former clients and other attorneys in our community. It is easy to see why so many people trust him during the most trying times in their lives.
John Devine, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 17, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is not only extremely knowledgeable in the law, but he fights for each one of his clients as if he were fighting for himself. His passion in the practice of law is exemplified by the great results he achieves for his clients.
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