$ 300-400 per hour
Jack Enrique De La Piedra
About Jack
Biography
In 2016 after a decade in general injury law, I founded the De La Piedra Law Firm, P.A. to focus exclusively on the representation of loved ones who have suffered serious injuries or death in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. My firm is built on the notion that change is stability. I'm a graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, WY. The Trial Lawyers College hosts an invitation-only, 138-hour course focused on every aspect of trial advocacy from jury selection to closing argument according to the unique approach of its founder, Gerry Spence, who is widely considered America's winningest trial attorney. My experience at the Trial Lawyers College resulted in dramatic changes in my approach to trial advocacy—changes that translate to unique advantages for my clients. I accept cases throughout Florida—and no case is too large or too small. While I hope you never have to contact me due to a loved one's abuse or neglect, I am eager to protect your right to justice.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Florida for 19 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 17 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
De La Piedra Law Firm, P.A.
913 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Suite 25, Gulf Breeze, FL, 32561
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Jack Enrique De La Piedra's Reviews
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Posted by Elise | October 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent and Caring Attorney
My family sought "the toughest dog on the street", what we found in Jack was that and more. My siblings and I were trying to do the right thing and Jack stood with us, encouraged us, and proved to be what we were looking for. Jack took a personal interest in our situation - never making us feel tha...
Posted by Michael | October 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent professional attorney
Skilled, thoughtful, professional attorney who along with the great staff at Mckenzie law represented me. Jack has a great understanding of the law and throughout my case always represented himself in the highest manner. We won my case and it was his understanding of the medical criteria and the law ...
Posted by anonymous | October 9, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent attorney and outstanding performance!
I was distressed when Social Security dropped me from SSD after doing a review and determining that I was no longer eligible for it. I looked up Mr. De La Piedra to help me with getting SSD reestablished and he has been extremely helpful throughout the entire case. He was very clear/concise in explai...
Posted by Doug | February 12, 2015
Life Insurance
Mr. Jack De La Piedra was able to get my life insurance policy reinstated after being dropped by one of the largest insurance companies in the world. My insurance was cancelled after 15 years of automatic bank withdraw without notice. Strange how this would happen just months after I was diagnosed ...
Posted by Norma | November 26, 2014
Exceptional Service
Mr. Jack De La Piedra responded to my case in a timely manner, and did exceptional work. I would refer anyone and everyone I know to this law firm. I was really at my wits ends when I walked into his office, and was grateful and fully satisfied when we finally came to a close.
Jack Enrique De La Piedra's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
Arnold Hernandez
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Jul 11
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Mr. De La Piedra is a very courageous and hard working attorney. He is a very good strategist as well which gives his clients a huge advantage when litigating a case. I would not hesitate to recommend any elder abuse case to him in Florida."
"I had the pleasure of meeting Jack and working with him on a legal matter. Jack is someone who truly puts his clients best interest first. I was amazed by Jack's work ethic and his desire to provide the best possible representation to his clients."
Regan Williams
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Mar 27
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Jack is an attorney of high integrity, great legal talent, and a pleasure to work with."
"Jack is brilliant and cares deeply about his clients. Who could ask more from a lawyer?"
"Extremely qualified litigation attorney who practices with a high degree of professionalism. I would strongly recommend Jack for litigation and commercial matters in the Pensacola area."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jack cares about his clients and cares about making sure they get the best results in their case. He is smart, works hard, and gets great results for his clients. I am happy to endorse him."
"Jack is an outstanding attorney and fine human being. He is someone that I would feel comfortable referring my family to for assistance and have every confidence he would treat them to superior service and superior skill. Highly recommended!"
"Jack De La Piedra is an outstanding member of our legal community. He made a great difference to a dying man and his family when Jack secured wrongfully denied insurance benefits for the family. I endorse him with great enthusiasm. He is compassionate, professional and highly skilled."
Gary Casselman
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Mar 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Jack is an experienced and caring attorney who will dig deep to make the client's case. His personality and professionalism are of the highest order."
Andrew Delaney
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Mar 15
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Jack is one of the finest, smartest, and most-genuine human beings I know. He cares and it shows."
"I had the opportunity to work with Jack for a month at the Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming this September. Not many people can spend that much time with another person in such circumstances. He is probably one of the most exceptional human beings I've ever met on the planet because he's extremely honest, kind, compassionate, and giving. I also worked closely with Jack on his cases and he is an extremely skillful and powerful lawyer who any client would be lucky to have on their side."
David Allard-Reyes
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Mar 15
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I had the pleasure of working with Jack on several matters and I am inspired by the passion and dedication he has for his clients. Jack truly cares about those he represents."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a great lawyer."
"I worked with Jack at Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers' College, and can say without hesitation that I have never met someone more willing to go the distance for their client. His ideas are creative, outside-the-box, and most importantly they are effective. If I had an issue in his wheelhouse of expertise, there is no one who I'd more willingly trust my case."
"I had the pleasure of previously working with Jack. He is extremely intelligent and cares deeply about his clients. He has the ability to approach legal issues from different perspectives and in ways that would not be obvious to most attorneys. I would highly recommend Jack to anyone who is looking for an attorney in his areas of practice. He is a stellar attorney and person!"
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Experience
Honors
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Top Ranked Lawyer, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Top Ranked Lawyer, ALM Media
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Top Ranked Lawyer, American Lawyer Media
2018
Rated 10, Justia Lawyers
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Legal Leaders: Personal Injury, The American Lawyer
2016
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyers
2001
Highest Grade Medical Jurisprudence, Stetson University College of Law
2000
Best Appellee's Brief, Stetson University College of Law
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Owner, De La Piedra Law Firm, P.A.
2006 - 2015
Attorney, McKenzie Law Firm, PA
Associations
2010 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh CircuitAttorney Member
2010 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of GeorgiaAttorney Member
2009 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaAttorney Member
2009 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of FloridaAttorney Member
2008 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2006 - Present
Florida BarMember
2006 - Present
Florida Justice AssociationMember
2006 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of FloridaAttorney Member
2008 - 2008
Escambia County Supervisor of ElectionsVoter Protection Rights Attorney
2007 - 2008
Florida Justice TeachingVolunteer Attorney
2006 - 2007
Pensacola American Inn of CourtAssociate Member
2006 - 2012
National Organization of Social Security Claimants RepresentativesAttorney Member
2006 - 2012
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
McGuire v. Astrue, 3:11-cv-00452-EMT (N.D. Fla. Sept. 24, 2012)
Decision denying benefits reversed and remanded for further proceedings
McCrea v. Astrue, No.10-11146 (11th Cir. Jan.4, 2011)
Decision denying benefits affirmed by Federal District Court then reversed and remanded by the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals for further consideration
State Farm Florida Ins. Co. v. Ondis, 962 So.2d 923 (Fla. 1st DCA 2007)
Trial court's decision granting summary judgment in favor of homeowner whose home was a total loss due to Hurricane Ivan was upheld on appeal
Education
2015
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Graduate
2001
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Drury University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Pensacola Beach Townhall Meeting
Oil Spill Claims
2007
Gulf Coast Women's Expo
The Most Important Contract on the Worst Day of Your Life
Publications
2010
Pensa Mensa
Hurricanes Remind Me Of Coverage C
2009
Briefly
The ERISA Play-book
2009
Briefly
The Endless Soupline for Disability Benefits
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides