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S. Olivia Devonmille

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  • Vero Beach, FL
  • Licensed for 37 years
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S. Olivia Devonmille
S. Olivia Devonmille
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About S. Olivia

Former Workers' Comp Judge

I have been a workers' compensation claimant myself. I was hurt at work in the mid-1980s,  but my claim was completely denied by the insurance company.  I had to hire a lawyer to get my benefits.

My experience in workers' compensation is unique because I have been an injured worker, I have represented employers and insurance companies, I have been a workers' compensation judge, and I have been representing injured workers for the past 9 years. In total, I have been in the workers' compensation field for almost 30 years.

In 1987,  I started my practice representing employers and insurance companies in disputed claims with injured workers'. Governor Lawton Chiles appointed me to the position of Judge of Compensation Claims (workers' compensation judge) in 1992. Governor Chiles reappointed me to the position in 1996; however, in 1997 I chose to return to the private practice of workers' compensation law. Over the next ten years, I did a lot of mediation work helping the parties in workers' compensation cases reach a settlement or resolve issues. 

Since 2008, I have worked for the injured workers representing them in their claims against insurance companies and their employers. 

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Practice areas

Social securityWorkers compensation
  1. Workers compensation: 90%

    34 years

  2. Social security: 10%

    14 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Law Office of Olivia Devonmille, P.A.

1201 19th Pl., Ste. B200
Vero Beach, FL, 32960

Website
http://devonmillelaw.com/ 

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    FLMember in Good Standing198406/11/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers4
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Above and Beyond AwardFlorida Workers' Advocates2018
    Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
    Meritorious Public ServiceThe Florida Bar2011
    Outstanding Board MemberFriends of 440 Scholarship Fund, Treasure Coast Division1999
    The Rookie AwardFlorida Rural Legal Services and Indian River Bar Association1989
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    AttorneyMatheson, Horowitz & Devonmille2014 - 2014
    AttorneyFanaro & Devonmille, P.A., Vero Beach, FL2008 - 2014
    MediatorOlivia Devonmille Mediation1999 - 2007
    PartnerMoss, Henderson, Blanton, Lanier & Devonmille, Vero Beach, FL1997 - 1998
    Judge of Compensation ClaimsState of Florida, Division of Workers' Compensation1992 - 1997
    AssociateMoss, Henderson & Lloyd, Vero Beach, Florida1987 - 1992
    Assistant State AttorneyState Attorney's Office, 19th Judicial Circuit, State of Florida1985 - 1987
    Assistant Public DefenderOffice Of The Public Defender, 19th Judicial Circuit, State of Florida1984 - 1985
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Florida Justice AssociationMember2018 - Present
    Treasure Coast Justice AssociationMember2014 - Present
    Florida Workers' AdvocatesMember2014 - Present
    Indian River County Bar AssociationMember2008 - Present
    The Florida Bar, Workers Compensation SectionMember1987 - Present
    Florida Bar, Nineteenth Circuit Grievance Committee "B"Chairperson2008 - 2011
    Indian Trails Homeowners AssociationPresident2008 - 2010
    Duke University Alumni AdmissionsInterviewer1995 - 2012
    The Friends of 440 Scholarship Fund, Inc., Treasure Coast DivisionBoard Member1992 - 1999
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, FLJD - Juris Doctor1983
    Duke University, Durham, NCA.B.1981
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Florida Workers' Advocates Annual MeetingPreparing for an Attorney's Fee Hearing2018
    Properly Trying an Attorney's Fee ClaimAttorney's Fees in Workers' Compensation Claims2018
    Employer Educational SeminarWorkers Compensation2004
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Dulac v. PEMCOFully favorable to the injured worker
    Landin v. Macy'sFully favorable to the injured worker

    Reviews

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    Exceptional

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    Yes, I certainly would recommend Olivia Devonmille. While working as a First Responder I was injured. My initial meeting with her left me with a feeling of relief. I knew I had found the best attorney. I can't say enough about her and her secretary (Karen). She knew the obstacles of my Workmans Compensation case and got things done immediately. Communication with her was effortless. Many times it was after working hours. It was great to have someone with such compassion and knowledge. Thank you Olivia

    Highly Recommended

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    After finding myself in an unfortunate W/C situation, Ms. Devonmille was recommended to me, and I am so very grateful. In every way, she demonstrated her vast experience, knowledge and competence. I found her to be approachable, compassionate and kind without compromising her professionalism. Her work and information was consistently delivered in a timely manner, always reviewing with clarity her strategic legal recommendations while allowing me to participate in the decisions. Ms. Devonmille's goal always was to reach a fair resolution with the best outcome. She definitely achieved her goal!

    Lloyd F Randolph

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    After being offered an insulting settlement for my very serious injury case, I sought out Ms Devonmille. Her knowledge and extreme hard work solved the situation. I would have not known where to begin. She is extremely skilled at what she does. She is the best of the best. I would highly recommend her for anyone looking for legal help with Worker's Comp Cases.
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    Amazing

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    She went above and beyond what was required. Everything was handled in a very professional manner, all of my questions were answered in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend her to anybody who is dealing with a workers compensation situation. She is very skilled in everything she does, and extremely knowledgeable.
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    Top Notch Attorney

    Posted by

    Olivia is extremely knowledgeable and works very hard for her clients. She always kept me informed and "in the loop" throughout the process. My questions and phone calls were ALWAYS answered. I am 100% satisfied and would HIGHLY recommend Olivia to a relative or a friend!!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Best Work Comp Attorney

    Posted by

    I was hurt on the job, needles to say, if it was not for Olivia, I would never had known my injuries were as severe as they were, she stayed on top of everything and even emailed me back on a Sunday when I had concerns. I owe her everything. Thank You Olivia
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    greatest attorney experience ever....

    Posted by

    after falling from a roof at work, I hired an attorney...that person was supposedly WORKING TO HELP ME, however after a year..he had not worked at all on my case! out of fear over my case I began searching for a new lawyer. After reading about Miss devonmilles credentials We gave her a call. best decision Ive ever made. In my personal experience with her in my case she has been spectacular. I have never met with an attorney that has cared more for her client and been prepared to fight for them as she is. she is an absolute wealth of information and truly amazing in my situation. There clearly are no words to truly convey how great she is... and I thank her from the bottom of my heart.
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    Workers Compensation

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    My workers compensation company has forced me into settling my claim. I hired Ms. Devonmille to represent me. She is very compassionate, and most of all experienced in this type of law. It is my opinion if you hire Ms. Devonmille, you will be assured the best outcome possible.
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    Professional, and caring

    Posted by

    We are so fortunate to have Olivia working on my husbands workers comp case. She has made sure that he gets the medical care needed, and she is always very professional, and caring, and available for questions.
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    Beyond my Expectations

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    From our first meeting Olivia's confidence was apparent. Olivia (& Karen) kept me up to date with the case. I feel her experience & knowledge as a former workers compensation judge was the reason my case went "beyond my expectations". . . I am VERY HAPPY with the settlement dollar amount. The brief timetable from our first appointment to settlement was very satisfactory . . . 5+ stars
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    Attorney endorsements

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    Alfred Hilado, Workers compensation Attorney on Aug 11, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. A true advocate for her clients. Bright, insightful and a great communicator. Will fight for benefits her clients not only deserve but also for benefits wrongfully denied by the carriers. Olivia is a highly respected attorney in the workers compensation practice. Also, a former Judge of Compensation Claims! If you have Olivia as your attorney, rest assured you have a true advocate on your side and she will make recommendations keeping your best interests in mind.

    Lisa Lazan, Workers compensation Attorney on Jul 19, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have known Olivia Devonmille since 1991. I have litigated cases with her, on the same side, and against her as an adversary, and I have also practiced in front of her, when she was on the bench. Based upon my experience with Ms. Devonmille, I know I can count on her to be professional, extremely knowledgeable, and an advocate for her client. She is an exemplary member of the bar.

    Lisa Harpring, Workers compensation Attorney on Oct 7, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. I have known Olivia professionally since 1989 and I have the highest regard for her legal skills. She is truly the consummate professional and I would not hesitate to recommend her for any legal work. She is very well known and well regarded in the community. Intelligent, hard working, compassionate, experienced. Everything you could want in an attorney.

    Michael Wilkes, Workers compensation Attorney on Jul 3, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I highly endorse Olivia. She is very knowledgeable and a formidable advocate for her clients. I have referred clients to Olivia and all have been satisfied with her thoroughness, integrity and ultimate results. I hold her in the highest esteem and I have no reservations in recommending her to handle even the most complex and difficult workers' compensation or personal injury case.

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