Orlando, Florida, attorney L. Reed Bloodworth is the Founder and CEO of Bloodworth Law, PLLC, and handles trust litigation, probate litigation, business litigation, employment law, PIP litigation, and mediation.
Reed has handled hundreds of cases since 2004 and helps clients resolve complex trusts, estates, business, and employment litigation disputes. As your attorney, Reed will pursue legal actions, mediations, settlements, and when necessary, lawsuits.
Reed understands what juries can do in a courtroom, and knows when a settlement should be considered, or when to stand up and prepare for a battle. Talk to Reed about what happened and find out how Bloodworth Law can help you, your family, or your business.
Practice areas
Reed handles Probate & Estate Litigation, will contests involving personal representatives, beneficiaries, and guardians, petitioners, respondents, creditors, curators, and non-parties in legal controversies over estates and probate.
18 years
Florida Trust Litigation attorney L. Reed Bloodworth represents plaintiffs, defendants in legal actions involving trustee defense, beneficiaries, heirs, guardians, and trust companies.
18 years
Reed handles Employment Litigation on issues relating to race, gender, disability, age, or any protected class. Wage & hour disputes, or, Florida employers that have received correspondence from the EEOC, or the Florida Commission on Human Relations.
18 years
Reed handles Commercial Litigation involving any dispute that can arise in a business including breach of contract, partnership/joint venture disputes, business torts, civil RICO claims, breach of fiduciary duty for plaintiffs and defendants.
18 years
Languages spoken
English
Bloodworth Law, PLLC
801 N. Magnolia Ave.
Suite 216
Orlando, FL, 32803
Bloodworth Law, PLLC
332 Ave B SW
Winter Haven, FL, 33880
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 2004 | 05/16/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2022 |
Rated Superb | Avvo | 2022 |
Florida Legal Elite | Florida Trend's Magazine | 2022 |
Best Law Firms Commercial Litigation | U.S. News & World Report | 2022 |
Top Rated Business Litigation Attorney | Super Lawyers | 2022 |
Best Law Firm -- Trusts & Estates Litigation | U.S. News & World Report | 2022 |
Best Law Firm -- Real Estate Litigation | U.S. News & World Report | 2022 |
Book Award in Legal Drafting | University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law | 2002 |
Honors in Legal Research and Writing | University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law | 2001 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder and CEO | Bloodworth Law, PLLC | 2017 - Present |
Partner | Morgan & Morgan, PA Business Trial Group | 2013 - 2017 |
Attorney | Dean, Mead, Egerton, Bloodworth, Capouano & Bozarth, P.A. | 2005 - 2013 |
Attorney | Ringer, Henry, Buckley & Seacord, P.A. | 2004 - 2005 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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United States District Court, Southern District of Florida | Admitted | 2014 - Present |
Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section | Voting Member of multiple committees | 2006 - Present |
Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers Section | Member | 2005 - Present |
Florida Bar, Business Law Section | Member | 2005 - Present |
Florida Bar | Member | 2004 - Present |
Orange County Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
United States District Court, Middle District of Flroida | Admitted | 2004 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
Rotary Club | Legal Committee Chair; Fundraising Committee Chair | 2010 - 2013 |
Leadership Winter Park | Graduate | 2010 - 2011 |
American Cancer Society, Relay for Life Winter Park | Committee Chairperson | 2009 - 2009 |
Young Lawyers Division, Orange County Bar | Member | 2004 - 2015 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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AVVO Legal Guides | What To Do Immediately After An Automobile Accident | 2016 |
AVVO Legal Guides | Ten Factors Courts Consider When Analyzing A Claim For Undue Influence Of A Will Or Trust In Florida | 2016 |
AVVO Legal Guides | Your Rights After An International Commercial Airplane Crash | 2016 |
Dean Mead News Letter and Dean Mead Blog | A Separate Writing: Devising Tangible Personal Property Outside a Will | 2013 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2003 |
Wingate University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section | Career Coaching Panel | 2016 |
Current Trust, Probate, and Real Estate Issues and Best Practices | Current Trust, Probate, and Real Estate Issues and Best Practices | 2016 |
Rotary Club | Protecting Intellectual Property | 2012 |
Breakfast Briefing | How to Manage Liability Under the Prudent Investor Rule | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Judi Jacobs & Mark Chaet, M.D. v. Douglas Chaet, individually, and as Trustee of the Alfred B. Chaet Revocable Trust | The parties were able to reach an amicable resolution. |
AGR Funding, Inc. v. The Workalition, Inc., et al | Plaintiff prevailed on summary judgment against the Defendants. Plaintiff was awarded a Final Judgment of $4,524,377.39, including costs, attorneys' fees, and interest. |
MSCW, Inc. v. Buena Vista Corporation | The parties were able to reach an amicable resolution. |
ROBIN O. SHELDON, individually, as the beneficiary, and as co-trustee, v. DANIEL C. SHELDON, individually and as co-trustee | Robin O. Sheldon was granted summary judgment and the trust funds were distributed to her. Additionally, Mrs. Sheldon was awarded reasonable attorneys' fees and costs. |
Great Southern Water Treatment, Inc. v. Fernando Roque Faria, et al | The parties were able to reach an amicable resolution. |
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Charles Walker, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Jul 9, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I previously worked with Reed in a large firm. We worked together on several cases. He practices with the highest level of professionalism and integrity, and he is a zealous advocate for his clients. I also regularly refer cases to Reed.
Michael St Jacques, Litigation Attorney on Apr 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Reed practices with a rare combination of professionalism, drive and integrity. I am comfortable making referrals to Reed.
Charles Walker, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Jul 9, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I previously worked with Reed in a large firm. We worked together on several cases. He practices with the highest level of professionalism and integrity, and he is a zealous advocate for his clients. I also regularly refer cases to Reed.
Michael St Jacques, Litigation Attorney on Apr 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Reed practices with a rare combination of professionalism, drive and integrity. I am comfortable making referrals to Reed.
Jessica Thorson, Unknown Attorney on Feb 9, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I work with Reed and I am constantly impressed with his professionalism and understanding of the law. Reed is diligent, smart, and a strong advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.
James Fakhoury, Unknown Attorney on Feb 9, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
Reed is an excellent attorney who is hardworking, well respected and extremely intelligent. I wholeheartedly endorse him.
Frederick Jones, Litigation Attorney on Feb 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Reed Bloodworth. He is diligent, detail-oriented and works hard to get the best results for his clients. Reed has extensive experience in complex Trust & Estate Litigation, as well as in commercial and business matters. I would recommend him to a client or potential client who is in need of a competent commercial litigator.
Patricia Jones, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Feb 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Reed has perfected his professional expertise by active participation in the trust law committees of the Florida Bar's Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section. I know him to be very professional and conscientious and would readily recommend him to others for trust law, business law and other types of litigation.
Sunny Lim Hillary, Litigation Attorney on Feb 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Bloodworth is a knowledgeable attorney and an overall down to earth, friendly person. You will be in good hands with Mr. Bloodworth.
Erik Bonnett, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Feb 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Reed Bloodworth is a true professional in the Orlando legal community. Reed is very active in the both the local and state bar and, more importantly, serves his clients well. I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Bloodworth.
Alyson Innes, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Feb 1, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Bloodworth is a wonderful lawyer who is dedicated to his clients and always handles matters in an ethical and timely manner.
John Moore, Litigation Attorney on Jan 28, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Reed is an excellent litigation attorney with a deep understanding of the law.
Alvaro Guerrero, Litigation Attorney on Jan 28, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Reed. He is a highly skilled lawyer who is well respected in the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and has a track record of success.
Christine Weingart, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Jan 28, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Benjamin Webster, Litigation Attorney on Jan 28, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Reed is an excellent litigation attorney with a wide breadth of knowledge and ability across several practice areas.
Scott Underwood, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Jan 26, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Reed is a diligent and thoughtful attorney. He is an experienced litigator, always focused on the client's goals in advancing litigation. As a result, he is a great option for someone with a complex problem or substantial business dispute.
Lauren Heatwole, Litigation Attorney on Jan 26, 2016
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer. Having known Reed for 15 years, I've seen his professionalism, dedication, and advocacy. He is an excellent attorney!
Mark Nation, Litigation Attorney on Jan 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Reed truly cares about his clients, and is one of the best business litigation attorneys in the state. He is truly a gifted advocate.
Jennifer Bloodworth, Litigation Attorney on Jan 15, 2016
Relationship: Family member
I endorse this lawyer.
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