Harold Wayne Clark Jr.

Harold Wayne Clark Jr.

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Construction and development Lawyer at PLANTATION, FL
Practice Areas: Construction & Development, Personal Injury, Commercial, Insurance

6001 SW 20th Street, PLANTATION, FL

About Harold

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Construction and Development 50%

22 years | 1,000 cases

50%
Personal Injury 20%

22 years | 1,000 cases

20%
Commercial Real Estate 15%

22 years | 1,000 cases

15%
Insurance 15%

22 years | 1,000 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 21 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2004

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

HWC Legal, P.A.

6001 SW 20th Street, PLANTATION, FL, 33317

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Harold Wayne Clark Jr.'s Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great lawyer!!!

Mr. Clark received a fantastic result on my behalf in a construction related matter. He was very informed on the law and the actual construction process. As someone in the construction industry, it was refreshing to speak with someone that understood the interworking’s of a construction project. Mr.... Clark kept me informed throughout the process and was there when questions arose even if that meant discussing the case late in the evening. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an aggressive and sharp but honest attorney.

Posted by jill | February 23, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent attorney

I have litigated several matters against Wayne and he is the consummate professional. His knowledge of the law and his courtroom ability are outstanding. He is professional both in and outside the courtroom. Wayne is an excellent attorney who I would recommend for any construction matter.

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Harold Wayne Clark Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Terry Schneider

Construction and development lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I whole heartedly endorse this lawyer. I met Wayne on a construction defect case. He and I represented different subcontractors. I found him to be not only knowledgeable but also very professional and thorough in his handling of cases. If I was in need of representation as a subcontractor, I would look to Wayne before anyone else."

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Jill Weiss

Construction and development lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Wayne is an excellent attorney. I had the privilege of litigating against him in number of large complex construction matters. He is the consummate professional. He is extremely knowledgeable about the law. I highly endorse Wayne."

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Matthew Shilling

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Wayne is a thoroughly prepared and staunch advocate for his clients. He also demonstrates compassion and conducts himself like a true gentlemen in every sense of the word."

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Jose Negroni

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Wayne is an excellent lawyer and person. We have opposed each other on several cases and he has always been professional and efficient. I highly endorse his work."

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Anthony Quackenbush

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Wayne is one of the best defense attorneys around. He is extremely knowledgeable on the law, and he seems very comfortable in the courtroom. On top of that, Wayne is a genuinely nice person, and that helps him in front of juries. I would not hesitate to recommend Wayne to anybody in need of a defense attorney."

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Sean Smith

Construction and development lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Clark has worked on numerous and varied construction-defect related cases with me. These cases involved complex issues with a multitude of defendants and construction defects. He has vast experience in multiple areas of litigation and is an impressive litigator. Additionally, he has taken the time to spread his construction and litigation knowledge to others within his firm. It has been a pleasure to work with Mr. Clark."

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Bryan Morley

Construction and development lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I fully endorse this lawyer. Mr. Clark is a consummate professional and fine attorney. I have worked with Mr. Clark on complex construction litigation matters over the years and he is always able to advocate zealously for his clients because he is knowledgeable and well-prepared."

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Adam Wasch

Construction and development lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Mr. Clark on numerous matters and now regularly consult with him on construction law and general litigation issues. He is a quality litigator and a good person to have in your corner."

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Robert Streit

Construction and development lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Masel

Litigation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure working with Mr. Clark on numerous complex construction matters. His expertise in the field and tenacious perseverance for his clients makes him a respected force in the legal community. I look forward to working with him again on construction and premises liability matters."

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Jonathon Miller

Construction and development lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"Wayne is an excellent highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community. His professionalism and clear knowledge of the law have allowed him to be consistently successful for his clients. I heartily endorse him!"

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Jessica Sebag

Construction and development lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Very knowledgeable. Easy to work with. I wish I had more cases with lawyers as professional and as wonderful as Wayne is and I look forward to working with him on cases again in the future."

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Terry Schneider

Construction and development lawyer

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Matthew Shilling

Personal injury lawyer

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Anthony Quackenbush

Personal injury lawyer

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Bryan Morley

Construction and development lawyer

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Jessica Sebag

Construction and development lawyer

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Robert Streit

Commercial real estate lawyer

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Jonathon Miller

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

AV Rated Preeminent 2019, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Top Up & Comer, South Florida Legal Guide

2018

AV Rated Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2017

Top Up & Comer, South Florida Legal Guide

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

"AV" Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

Member, Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society, Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Shareholder, HWC Legal

2019 - Present

Of Counsel, Foley & Mansfield

2006 - 2019

Partner, Wicker Smith Et Al

2004 - 2006

JUDICIAL STAFF ATTORNEY, 17th Judicial Circuit Court

2003 - 2003

Law Clerk, Law Offices of Robert Dolman

1992 - 1996

Airborne Engineer and Construction Engineer, U.S. Army

Associations

2018 - Present

Plantation Athletic League

Board of Directors

2015 - Present

Board of Directors of Windward Passage

Board of Directors

2006 - Present

Broward County Bar Association

2006 - Present

United States Southern District

2004 - Present

Florida Bar

2013 - 2014

Defense Research Institute

Member

2013 - 2014

Defense Research Institute, Construction Law Committee

Member

2004 - 2006

Florida Trial Court Staff Attorneys Association

Fourth DCA Representative, 2006

2004 - 2004

ILSA: Journal of International and Comparative Law

Editor-in-Chief

2003 - 2003

ILSA: Journal of International and Comparative Law

Staff Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Breach of Commercial Lease

Trial Court granted Final Summary Judgment in favor of the Landlord client against the tenant and the personal guarantor and awarded the Landlord damages in the amount of $1,213,380.00. The Fourth District affirmed the Final Judgment by PCA.

Construction Accident

The trial court granted our Motion for Summary Judgment on an immunity issue and the Fourth District Court of Appeal affirmed the trial court's ruling after hearing oral argument.

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Education

2004

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

2000

University of North Carolina, Greensboro

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

2016 WICKER SMITH CLAIMS’ SEMINAR

Florida Building Code and ADA Violations: Negligence Per Se

2016

2016 WICKER SMITH CLAIMS’ SEMINAR

OSHA - What to do When OSHA Shows Up

2014

Wicker Smith Claims Seminar

Limiting Liability of Design Professionals

2005

Guest Speaker for Legal Writing Class, Nova Southeastern University

Legal Writing

Publications

2004

Gaming Law Review Who's In? The Bona Fide Future of Office Pools

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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