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Cynthia Ariel Conlin
- Orlando, FL
- Licensed for 13 years
About Cynthia
Cynthia Conlin is a Florida attorney who focuses on general civil litigation, including consumer law, employment law, contract disputes, and more, in both federal and state courts. She has worked on a wide array of cases on both the plaintiffs' and defendants' sides, from simpler matters to complex class actions.
Attorney Conlin is an accomplished writer, editor, and researcher. Prior to entering law school, she honed her skills in the field of journalism by obtaining a bachelor's degree in journalism at the University of Central Florida, Orlando, and by writing for such publications as the Orlando Sentinel and the Orlando Weekly.
Attorney Conlin is a 2007 graduate of Florida A&M University College of Law, Orlando, Florida, where she served as the Law Review submissions chair and Student Bar Association class representative. In 2007, she won first prize in an ASCAP-sponsored contest for her legal paper, “The Online Copyright Liability Limitation Act and Copyright Protection in the New YouTube World.”
After law school, Attorney Conlin practiced civil litigation for a small-to-mid-size firm in Orlando, where she worked on a wide variety of cases in federal and state courts, including landlord-tenant matters, employment law, commercial law, and consumer protection cases, and complex class actions. In August 2010, committed to serving clients on a more personal and direct level, Attorney Conlin opened up her own practice.
When she is not practicing law, Attorney Conlin enjoys film, cycling, new technology, travel, and spending time with friends. As she is married to an Irishman, she especially enjoys Irish culture and traveling to Ireland.
Practice areas
- Litigation: 10%
Sometimes, the only way to resolve a dispute - whether it is breach of contract, negligence, employee dispute, or nearly any other "civil matter" - is to file a lawsuit. Cynthia Conlin practices general civil litigation in both federal and state courts on both the plaintiffs' and defendants' side, for businesses and individuals.
- Libel and slander: 10%
In a world of endless blogs, Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, and more, a defamatory remark can spread like wildfire in seconds. The results can be quite injurious -- to both individuals and businesses. On the other side is our Constitutional First Amendment right to freedom of speech; weighing freedom of speech against a defamation claim is not always an easy issue and can present much controversy.
- Communications and media: 10%
Florida's and federal wiretap statutes, including actions for wrongful recording of conversations. These claims also overlap with defamation claims.
- Intellectual property: 10%
Intellectual property includes copyright, trademark, patent, and trade secrets. My IP practice focuses mostly on copyright, but also includes trademark and trade secrets, and primarily encompasses litigation.
- Trademark infringement: 10%
- Construction and development: 10%
- Copyright infringement: 10%
Infringement actions include misuse of a copyright. Within this area, I also represent "John Doe" defendants who have been implicated for illegal downloads.
- Consumer protection: 5%
- Business: 5%
For my business clients, in addition to assisting them with litigation, I use a proactive approach to help prevent future issues that can result in litigation.
- Internet: 5%
"Internet Law" is a broad topic that engulfs other topics, but all focused on the Internet. Copyright Law, BitTorrent downloading, and Defamation (Libel/Slander).
- Advertising: 5%
Misleading advertising often overlaps with consumer protection. It includes Florida statutory actions for misleading advertising, and more.
- Appeals: 5%
Appeals of orders and judgments to Florida's District Courts of Appeals, or, in federal cases, the Eleventh Circuit. Also appeals of county court orders to the circuit courts.
- Lawsuits and disputes: 5%
Most of what I do is "lawsuits & disputes." This is a broad area, ranging from consumer-law issues to complex issues involving unfair competition or federal wiretapping laws.
Languages spoken
English
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Cynthia Conlin & Associates
1643 Hillcrest Street
Orlando, FL, 32803-4809
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| FL | Member in Good Standing | 2007 | 06/11/2021 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Communicator Bronze | Toastmasters International | 2018 |
| Certificate of Recognition | Ninth Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Committee | 2017 |
| Client's Choice | Avvo | 2016 |
| Competent Communicator | Toastmasters International | 2016 |
| Top Contributor | Avvo | 2014 |
| Client's Choice | Avvo | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Top Contributor | Avvo | 2012 |
| Top Contributor | Avvo | 2012 |
| Nathan Burkan Memorial Competition (First Prize) | ASCAP | 2007 |
| Percy R. Luney Jr. “Spirit of Service” Award (3L Day Student) | 3L Class of Florida A&M University College of Law | 2007 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lead Attorney | Cynthia Conlin & Associates | 2010 - Present |
| Attorney (Associate) | CPLS, P.A. | 2007 - 2010 |
| Research Assistant (First Amendment Law) | Florida A&M University College of Law | 2006 - 2007 |
| Teacher's Assistant (Legal Writing) | Florida A&M University College of Law | 2006 - 2006 |
| Judicial Intern (Summer) | 18th Judicial Circuit | 2006 - 2006 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| National Association of Women Lawyers | N/A | 2013 - Present |
| Federal Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
| Florida Bar | N/A | 2007 - Present |
| Orange County Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
| American Bar Association | N/A | 2004 - Present |
| Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity International | N/A | 2004 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Uptown Toastmasters | President | 2016 - 2018 |
| American Association for Justice | N/A | 2013 - 2014 |
| Irish American Chamber of Commerce Florida | President | 2013 - 2017 |
| FAMU College of Law Student Bar Association | 3L Class Representative | 2006 - 2007 |
| Phi Alpha Delta-Cherry Chapter | Secretary | 2006 - 2007 |
| FAMU Law Review | Submissions Committee Chair | 2005 - 2007 |
| Women's Law Caucus | N/A | 2004 - 2007 |
| FAMU College of Law Student Bar Association | 1L Class Representative | 2004 - 2005 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Dunlap Mediation | Certificate | 2014 |
| Florida A&M University, College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2007 |
| University of Central Florida | Bachelor of Arts | N/A |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Authors' Showcase 2017 | Copyright Rules, Regulations, & Law | 2017 |
| Toastmasters | What is Defamation? | 2016 |
| Toastmasters | What Happens When you Get Sued? | 2016 |
| Toastmasters | An Introduction to Florida's new Anti-SLAPP Law | 2016 |
| Toastmasters | Florida Enacts new "Revenge Porn" Law | 2015 |
| 2014 Fall Authors’ Showcase: Wisdom, Writing, & Wealth | Copyright Law Basics | 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| Central Florida Romance Writers Association Meeting | Copyright and Publishing Law for Writers | 2013 |
| FAMU Women's Law Caucus 2nd Annual Conference: Groundbreaking: "Women and the Evolution of Law" | Women on the Rise: A Perspective from FAMU Graduates | 2011 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Copyright infringement allegations over a website | Claims Never Brought |
| Dealer Fraud Issue (Pre-Litigation) | Settlement |
| Defamatory Personal Blog (Pre-Litigation) | Resolved without litigation |
| BRG Publications, Inc. v. Santelli Orthodontics et al. | Settled |
| Toms Shoes, LLC v. Hotbed Techs, Inc., Case No. 2016-CA-004771-O | Dismissed |
If Only We'd Hired Cynthia First....
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Fri Apr 09 2021
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Wed Jun 24 2020
Plaintiff's vs. Defendants
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Mon Aug 14 2017
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Thu Nov 10 2016
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Posted by anonymous
Mon Sep 12 2016
Very helpful and straight forward!
Posted by Penny
Mon Sep 05 2016
Thanks God I found her :) !
Posted by Alexandra
Fri Sep 02 2016
Couldn't Be Happier
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Thu Aug 25 2016
Knowledgable and Professional
Posted by Lynne
Wed Mar 02 2016
I highly recommend Attorney Conlin
Posted by Ken Hamaker
Tue Dec 29 2015
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Attorney endorsements
(20)An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services.
Nicholas McGowan, Litigation Attorney on Jan 14, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I know from experience she is a hard-working attorney who will fight unceasingly for her clients.
Incredible attorney who cares for her clients and works tirelessly to address their needs.
Meghan McShane-Davis, Business Attorney on Nov 30, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Cynthia is a very knowledgeable, intelligent attorney. She is always well prepared, and truly cares for her clients. Cynthia is a great attorney.
Yashica McArthur, Business Attorney on Apr 16, 2015
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This lawyer is an outstanding attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
Jill Hampton, Internet Attorney on Dec 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Cynthia since 2008 and have found her to be hard working and dedicated to her clients. She is very knowledgeable in her practice areas.
This lawyer is an outstanding attorney and I highly recommend his legal services. I endorse this lawyer.
Sean Cleary, Business Attorney on Dec 18, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Graham Syfert, Copyright infringement Attorney on Jul 28, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mrs. Conlin is professional and tenacious, always giving her clients 100% of her ability and attention. I recommend Cynthia for any matter she may chose to take on.
Miguel Inda-Romero, Copyright infringement Attorney on Jul 1, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Conlin is a great advocate for her clients and does everything possible to obtain a favorable result on their behalf.
Cynthia Ariel Conlin is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show her commitment to serving clients very, very well. She is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly.
I endorse this lawyer.
Barbara Stage, Litigation Attorney on Mar 17, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. I have know Cynthia for several years and I believe she is a great advocate for her clients.
Andrew Jaffe, Internet Attorney on Mar 5, 2013
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By reading Cynthia's answers to posted questions it is clear to me that she is a zealous and thoughtful lawyer who will provide excellent counsel to her clients.
Attorney Conlin is a zealous adovcate for her clients as she provides caring, competent, and candid legal advice. I am proud to endorse her as a fellow Florida attorney.
I endorse this lawyer. With Cynthia, you're getting an attentive lawyer who will work diligently to resolve your legal issues. She is intelligent and experienced.
Audrey Chisholm, Litigation Attorney on Sep 2, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Cynthia is an experienced attorney in Central Florida. She is well know in the community and demonstrates a genuine concern for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Jung Choi, Employment and labor Attorney on May 2, 2011
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer.
Scott Adams, Business Attorney on Jan 26, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ms. Conlin is the consummate professional. Always, going the extra mile to obtain the best results for her clients. She treats her clients with respect, dignity, while agressively pursuing their legal rights.
Sultana Haque, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Sep 11, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
For the past year I have had the distinct privilige of working with and learning from Attorney Conlin. She possesses an amazing work ethic and often goes above and beyond the call of duty to ensure her clients receive the attention their case deserves. She is extremely knowledgeable in her areas of practice and she dedicates a considerable amount of time to staying abreast of the latest legal developments. Attorney Conlin's previous work experience as a journalist have sharply honed her research and writing skills enabling her to draft amazingly compelling and convicing arguments for her clients. She is a highly dependable and capable lawyer and I would not hesitate to refer clients to her as I know they will be treated with the utmost care.
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- Hourly Rates$285-$285/hour
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