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Biography
Destiny Barbosa is an attorney in West Palm Beach, Florida. Her passion for helping others has focused her practice area to civil litigation and criminal defense.
As a plaintiff’s trial lawyer she fights for those who have been catastrophically injured by the negligence of others.
Ms. Barbosa earned her Juris Doctorate from Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville, Florida. Impressively, she graduated in just two years with Cum Laude Honors and received a certificate in Civil Litigation. During law school she was a member of the Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society, received multiple Deans List honors, and earned book awards in for Contracts II and Dependency. Opting for practical experience, Destiny maintained internships throughout law school. She worked as a clerk for the Honorable Waddell Wallace III, in Duval County’s Repeat Felony Offender Court where she conducted research on complex issues such as Florida’s Habitual Felony Offender Statutes and Ineffective Assistance of Counsel cases. Following her clerkship, Destiny became a Certified Legal Intern with the State Attorneys’ Office in Jacksonville where she enjoyed being in the courtroom and assisting as an advocate for victims in North Florida. Her interest in criminal law continues today and she handles misdemeanor and felony matters in Palm Beach County.
Ms. Barbosa currently sits on the Board of the Palm Beach County Justice Association. In her spare time, Ms. Barbosa spends time with her three children.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
75%
9 years
Criminal Defense
25%
9 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 8 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Location
Romano Law Group
801 Spencer Drive, West Palm Beach, FL, 33409
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Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2018
Honest and Knowledgeable
I had a problem with a dentist office that took 22k from me then sold their practice leaving me with unfinished work. And the work that was performed was less then average at best. Mrs. Barbosa took time out of her day to explain the process. Unfortunately the statue of limitations ran out. But she d...
Destiny Rae Barbosa's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Hard-working and brilliant. Destiny is an excellent choice for individuals who experienced personal injury."
"Destiny is a terrific attorney who zealously advocates for her clients. She is dedicated to providing representation to achieve the best results."
James Rosenberg
Lawsuits and disputes lawyer
Andrew Moore
Personal injury lawyer
Hali Marsocci
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2020
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2016
Book Award - Dependency, Florida Coastal School of Law
2015
Book Award - Contracts II, Florida Coastal School of Law
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Attorney, Keller, Melchiorre & Walsh PLLC
2017 - Present
Attorney, Romano Law Group
2017 - 2017
Certified Legal Intern, State Attorney 4th Judicial Circuit
2016 - 2016
Law Clerk for Honorable Waddell Wallace III, Fourth Judicial Circuit Court
Associations
2022 - Present
Palm Beach County Justice AssociationBoard Member, General
2018 - Present
American Association for Justice
2017 - Present
Florida Justice Association
2017 - Present
Florida Bar
2017 - Present
Palm Beach County Bar Association
2020 - 2022
Palm Beach County Justice AssociationBoard Member, Young Lawyers Division
Education
2017
Florida Coastal School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2020
Trucking Essentials Part 2 - Taking the Case to the Next Level
Trucking Log Entries and Defeating the Blind Spot Defense
2020
Steps You Must Take In The First 48 Hours Of Handling The Trucking Case
Investigation, Preservation, and the Importance of Retaining an Expert Immediately
2020
Constructing The Building Blocks of Victory in Trial—Laying The Foundation & Establishing Predicate
Laying a Foundation to Impeach with an Authoritative Article
Publications
2021
Palm Beach County Justice Association Newsletter (Q1 2021)
Conducting Intakes and Taking the Steps Necessary to Preserve Your Case
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I was hit by a motorcycle and severely injured, but FHP cited me for not using the crosswalk. Do I still have a case?
28 Jun 2020
Q&A
Friend charged with DUI (serious bodily injury) after being found guilty of driving on the wrong side of the road?
05 Jun 2019