PRO
also known as Geoff Probst
Geoffrey Probst is a new and prized addition to Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. While only recently joining LM&W, attorney Probst brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the firm, having specialized in admiralty and maritime law for over 17 years. . Attorney Probst has extensive experience in representing both plaintiffs and defendants in legal actions involving injured or deceased passengers and crew members in cruise ship accidents. In his earlier career, he was the senior in-house litigator for a major cruise line. Having worked on both sides of these claims gives attorney Probst a unique advantage when representing accident victims in personal injury claims. Mr. Probst has also litigated many cases involving land-based personal injuries and wrongful deaths.
“Being an effective trial lawyer requires you to know and think like the other side. Before I represented people seriously injured at sea, I spent nearly 15 years defending cruise lines, yacht owners, and shipping companies. I know how defendants think and defend lawsuits, and that gives me a unique perspective when guiding our clients through litigation.”
In 2001, attorney Geoffrey Probst graduated from the prestigious Dickinson School of Law at Penn State University. He is licensed to practice law in Georgia and Florida on the state level and the U.S. District Courts for the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida at the federal level. Mr. Probst developed the in-house litigation department for Norwegian Cruise Lines and ran it for ten years. Attorney Probst currently serves on the Admiralty Law Committee of the Florida Bar.
After graduating from law school he worked for the State Attorney’s office as a prosecutor. Attorney Probst changed his focus to maritime defense, which led to his tenure at Norwegian Cruise Lines. After his time at Norwegian, he began representing plaintiffs in maritime and land-based personal injury suits. His reputation drew the attention of the partners at LM&W, where he has become an invaluable asset. An avid boater and SCUBA diver, attorney Probst saw maritime law as an opportunity to merge his affinity for the ocean with his legal career.
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Practice Areas
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State: Georgia
Acquired: 2003
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State: Florida
Acquired: 2001
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Posted by Susan | February 8, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I cannot say enough good things about Mr. Probst. He took over my case on a slip and fall (ankle injury) case against cruise line in which I spent my cruise getting around in a wheel chair while celebrating my 30th wedding anniversary with my husband. My previous attorney dropped my case with litt...
Posted by Gabrialle S | January 13, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
Mr. Probst is a very professional attorney. He cares and listens attentively he offers questions and advice with the utmost knowledge. Geoff is the most honest attorney I've ever met or spoken with. He advised me on a case of a skin burn from a waxing. He was able to text very quick responses if you...
Posted by Sheila | December 7, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I am beyond happy with the outcome of my cruise ship bed bug case. I live in another state so we did this through emails and conversations. It worked perfectly. Geoffrey’s advice was always thoughtful and right on. He continued to fight for every penny that he could. I couldn’t ask for a better lawye...
Posted by Andrew | November 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I chose Geoffrey Probst to represent me after a accident I experienced on a cruise ship that left me with a broken foot. The cruise company didn’t want to accommodate me in any way what so ever. the rest of the time spent on the cruise I was in a wheelchair with my significant other pushing me around...
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Thank you for everything, you are the best! Mr. Probst is very committed to his clients and an excellent attorney! He helped me with maritime law when other attorneys could not. I cannot say enough about how impressed I was with his vast maritime law knowledge, commitment to my case, and the amount o...
"Geoffrey is a courteous and intelligent attorney that I have had the pleasure of working with on many cases. I highly endorse him."
"I have known Mr. Probst as a colleague for over a decade. During that time I have seen him represent numerous clients ethically, professionally, and aggressively. Mr. Probst is an attorney with a rare combination: he consistently exhibits great skill and knowledge with a professional, direct approach that is refreshing. I highly recommend Mr. Probst."
"I've known Geoff for 20+ years, and he's one of the smartest guys I've ever met. He's thorough, and detailed-oriented. He has courtroom experience well beyond his years. I've relied on his expertise in handling personal injury matters in Florida - and will continue to do so into the future. I would endorse and recommend him without reservation. At the first opportunity to refer him a case, I will not hesitate for a second."
"Geoffrey is as skilled in the areas of Admiralty and Maritime as any lawyer I have met in my 31 years of practice."
"I have know Geoff since 2001 and have worked with him on many legal matters. I respect Geoff's work ethic and his litigation skills. I endorse this lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Probst is an excellent attorney who knows the law, is well prepared and a top notch advocate."
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2026
Best Law Firms, Best Law Firms
2014
Florida In-House Legal Department of the Year, Daily Business Review
2009 - 2019
Director, In-House Litigation, Norwegian Cruise Line
2006 - 2009
Trial Attorney, Mase & Lara, P.A.
2019 - Present
Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2006 - Present
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of FloridaMember
2006 - Present
Southeastern Admiralty Law InstituteMember
2003 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
2001 - Present
Florida BarMember
2006 - 2010
Miami-Dade County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - 2006
Broward County Bar AssociationMember
2001 - 2004
Monroe County Bar AssociationMember
2001
Juris Doctorate (J.D.)
1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
English