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Jeffrey “Jack” Gordon is a highly skilled trial attorney who has been profiled among the Top Lawyers© in the Bay Area by Tampa Bay Magazine and has twice been selected a Leading Attorney of the Southeastern United States in Forbes magazine. For over a decade, he has been selected for inclusion among Florida Trend's Legal Elite, most recently inducted into the Florida Trend's Legal Elite Hall of Fame, and recognized as one of the Top 100 SuperLawyers® in the state of Florida along with one of the Top 50 SuperLawyers® of Tampa Bay.
As managing partner, Mr. Gordon concentrates on prosecuting claims of medical negligence and was voted by his peers as Tampa Magazine’s Top Lawyer® since 2016 in Medical Malpractice (Plaintiffs).
Five times Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by The Florida Bar, Mr. Gordon is also twice certified by The National Board of Trial Advocacy as an expert in both Civil Trial Law and Civil Pre-trial Litigation. He is AV® rated Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell.
In 2017, Mr. Gordon earned National Board Certification as an expert in Medical Malpractice law by the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys. He is 1 of merely 17 lawyers in the State of Florida to have achieved this distinction.
Mr. Gordon is a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America, Trial Lawyer Honorary Society, and serves as a member of both the Trial Law Institute and the Diversity Law Institute.
Mr. Gordon garnered a 2014 and 2015 National Litigator Award from the Trial Lawyers Board of Regents and is a Lifetime Member of The Million Dollar Advocates Forum having achieved multiple seven-figure jury verdicts and settlements.
Mr. Gordon was honored in Florida Top Verdicts for having obtained the largest award in a lawsuit against a Dram Shop in 2011 (8.25 Million Dollars). Mr. Gordon prosecutes these claims individually and continues to serve as co-counsel throughout Florida for the purpose of assisting fellow lawyers to represent individuals injured as a result of the improper service of alcohol by bars, stores and restaurants.
In December of 2017, he obtained the largest award in a lawsuit involving a motorcycle accident (14.95 Million Dollars). After jury selection and merely four days of testimony in what was expected to be a 10-day trial, GEICO executives at the corporate headquarters in Maryland authorized consent judgment before verdict.
Mr. Gordon has been elected to membership in the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and is listed in The Best Lawyers in America (2020 Edition).
Mr. Gordon has also achieved national recognition for his efforts in seeking to overcome tribal sovereign immunity on behalf of critically injured clients in multiple lawsuits filed against the Seminole Tribe of Florida.
Mr. Gordon remains committed to representing individuals who have been injured, and families of relatives who have been killed, as a result of medical malpractice, motor vehicle negligence, and dram shop violations. Mr. Gordon is admitted to practice law in the state of Florida and in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and has tried and argued cases in jurisdictions throughout the United States.
Since 1992, Mr. Gordon has combined his passion for helping others with his precision advocacy and has represented victims of negligence in cases ranging from catastrophic vehicular accidents to boat explosions to surgical errors to failed hospital equipment. In addition to representing families who have lost members due to wrongful death, Jack has represented clients who have suffered a myriad of injuries including spinal perforations, silicone induced fibromyalgia, brain traumas, loss of limbs, paralysis, and organ loss.
BACKGROUND
With a strong work ethic, established by his family and forged by a father who worked as a brick mason, Jack has been driven to succeed in all aspects of his life — from excelling in school to winning in the courtroom today. While earning his Bachelor’s degree in English at Tulane University, Jack played lacrosse and minored in physiology. At Tulane University School of Law, he combined his passions for health and scholarship, and in 1988 introduced to the Louisiana legislature a proposal forcing pharmacies to provide enhanced disclosure on consumer prescriptions.
Out of law school, Jack clerked for Judge Edward Barfield in the First District Court of Appeal and then received the appointment as Special Assistant Public Defender for the Appellate Division of Dade County, Florida. In 1990, he became the youngest certified Circuit Court Arbitrator in Palm Beach County. Entering private practice in 1992, Jack served as legal counsel to U.S. Total Health and Fitness and Gold’s Gym, and still found time to earn APFC, IPFA and ACE certifications as a personal trainer.
It is this background that naturally led Jack to represent plaintiffs suffering from injuries as a result of negligence and medical malpractice. In 1994, Jack established his reputation by successfully representing more than 120 women injured as a result of silicone breast implants in cases against the pharmaceutical manufacturers.
HONORS & AWARDS
Best Lawyers® 2027 – Lawyer of the Year in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, Tampa. This honor is designated to roughly 140 attorneys across the entire United States in this practice area, placing Mr. Gordon in the 99.99th percentile.
Voted by his peers as Tampa Magazine's Top Lawyer 2016 - 2024 in Medical Malpractice (Plaintiffs).
Selected to SuperLawyers® since 2012.
Selected for inclusion and profiled as one of the Top 100 SuperLawyers® in Florida and one of the Top 50 SuperLawyers® in Tampa Bay.
Recognized by Best Lawyers since 2018 in Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs & Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.
Selected among the Best Lawyers in the Bay Area by Tampa Bay Magazine.
Selected as one of the Leading Attorneys of the Southeastern United States, by Goldline Research and profiled in Forbes Magazine.
Rated AV Pre-eminent by Martindale Hubbell, the highest rating an attorney can obtain in the areas of legal ability and ethical standards.
Earned a 2014 and a 2015 National Litigator Award from the Trial Lawyers Board of Regents.
Named to Florida Trend’s Legal Elite by Florida Trend magazine.
Inducted into Florida Trend’s Legal Elite Hall of Fame which is comprised of merely 185 members.
Five-time Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer by the Florida Bar.
Board Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy in Civil Trial Advocacy.
Board Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy in Civil Pre-Trial Practice Advocacy.
Board Certified by the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys in Medical Malpractice law.
Elected to the American Board of Trial Advocates. ABOTA membership is by invitation only to trial lawyers of high personal character and honorable reputation, upon nomination, election and approval by the national board.
Named as Lifetime Member to the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States. Membership is limited to attorneys who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. Fewer than 1% of U.S. lawyers are members.
Selected for inclusion in The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100. This is an invitation-only organization composed of the premier trial lawyers from each state in the nation who meet stringent qualifications as civil plaintiff and/or criminal defense trial lawyers.
Selected for America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators®. This organization is invitation only and is reserved to identify the nation’s most exceptional trial attorneys in high value, high stakes legal matters.
"Our firm is proud to announce the establishment of the "MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers Athletic Training Center" at Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School. The school was founded on the belief that given the necessary resources and opportunities, every student has the potential to realize his or her dreams. By providing young people with a high quality, challenging education with rigorous and relevant curricula, BDCHS equips students to make valuable and productive contributions to our community. MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers is honored to serve on the Sponsor Board for this local institution.
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36 years | 1,826 cases
36 years | 932 cases
25%-40%
State: Florida
Acquired: 1990
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101 East Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 1700, Tampa, FL, 33602
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Posted by Jennifer | January 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Competent, Caring, Professional, Powerhouse Attorney
Jack Gordon was my attorney for the better half of 9 years. My civil case was complex and not without extreme difficulty, but Jack believed in me, he believed in my case. Not only does he represent what is BEST in attorneys he represents what's BEST in humanity. I always felt cared for, considered...
Posted by Jamie | July 12, 2015
Most Wonderful Attorney to Work With
Jack Gordon of Maney & Gordon, represented me in what was one of the most difficult and heart wrenching experiences of my life; the wrongful death of my youngest daughter due to gross negligence on the part of a hospital. Jack worked very hard and diligently for me and more importantly, for my d...
Posted by Joseph | June 29, 2015
Trustworthy & Strong Attorney
Having known Jack for many years on a personal level, I immediately turned to him when I was faced with a serious legal matter in April 2015. I went to Jack because I knew that he was somebody that I could TRUST. I also knew that Jack was somebody who was very well versed in different areas of the l...
Posted by Jason | January 09, 2015
Jack ran circles around the opposing party!
Jack was extremely articulate and on point in an arbitration hearing where I a pool contractor walked off the job. The end result was extremely beneficial to me.
Posted by Gloria | December 29, 2010
Wow!
Mr. Gordon was the best decision I have ever made. Working with him was fast and effective, he handled every aspect of the case in the most professional manner. He exceeded our expectations and made working with a lawyer an actual pleasure. We won our case so quickly- Thank you again!
"Jack is lawyer's lawyer. He will roll up his sleeves and do whatever is legal, ethical, and moral to win your case for you. Results truly matter to him. He is one of the rare attorneys who feels compassion and loyalty towards all of his clients."
"Experience matters. Jack is an exceptional personal injury attorney. He is an experienced litigator with a proven and long track record of success. If you or someone dear to you needs legal advice, Jack will know how to best approach the case. I unreservedly endorse Attorney Jack Gordon."
"It gives me great pleasure to have the opportunity to endorse attorney Jeffrey "Jack" Gordon. I have known and worked with Jack for over 22 years, and I can say without hesitation, he is the finest lawyer I know. His work ethic and legal acumen are unsurpassed. Jack is a result-driven, focused and fearless litigator, fair and balanced, but never intimidated by his opponents. He has a compassion for defending the rights of those who have experienced negligence, and I wholeheartedly recommend him to any individual who has a personal injury or medical malpractice claim. I am honored to work alongside Jack."
"Jack knows what he is doing and treats every client as an individual. He understands the delicate nature of what he does and takes his life's work very seriously. I highly recommend Jack. He is brilliant and he gets results."
"I have known Jeffery Lee, or “Jack” Gordon since 1992. After witnessing his intellect, ethical standards, passion for law, and dedication to his client’s cases, I decided I had found my ideal firm partner. For the past 24 years, Jack has guided me with his wisdom and enthusiasm for justice. He has the accolades to show for his dedication and hard work. Jack is rated AV Pre-eminent by Martindale Hubbell, the highest rating an attorney can obtain in the areas of legal ability and ethical standards. He is also three-time Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer by the Florida Bar, Board Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy in Civil Trial Advocacy, and Board Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy in Civil PreTrial Practice Advocacy. He was chosen by The Legal News as among the top 3% of attorneys in the nation. But I truly believe what is more impressive than his accomplishments are Jack’s authenticity and his genuine compassion for every client he encounters."
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2027
Lawyer of the Year – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers
2026
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Hall of Fame, Florida Trend's Legal Elite
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Top Lawyer, Tampa Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Trial Lawyers Section, Hillsborough County Bar Association
2014
2014 Litigator Award, Trial Lawyers Board of Regents
2014
Tampa's Top Rated Lawyers, The Tampa Tribune
2014
Florida's Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2014
Top 50, Tampa Bay Super Lawyers
2014
Top 100, Florida Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Top 100, Florida Super Lawyers
2013
Top 50, Tampa Bay Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Board Certified as in Pre-Trial Litigation, National Board of Civil Pre-Trial Practice Advocacy
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Profiled in "No Case is Too Complex". August 6, 2012, Forbes Magazine
2011
Board Certified in Civil Trial Law, National Board of Trial Advocay
2011
Profiled, Top Verdicts 2011
2010
Best Lawyers in the Bay Area, Tampa Bay Magazine
2009
Leading Attorneys of the Southeastern United States, Goldline Research--Forbes Magazine February 2009
2009
Selected as one of the Leading Attorneys of the Southeastern US, Forbes Magazine by Goldline Research
2009
Chosen as among the top 3% of attorneys in the Nation, The Legal News
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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
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Board Certified as a specialist in Civil Trial Law, The Florida Bar
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Lifetime Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
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Senior Counsel, American College of Barristers
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Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers
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Recognition, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
1990 - Present
Managing Partner, Maney & Gordon, P.A.
1900 - Present
Managing Partner, Maney Gordon Zeller, P.A.
1998 - 1998
Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1992 - 2015
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1992 - 2012
Hillsborough County Bar Association, Trial Lawyers SectionMember
1992 - 1992
Academy of Florida Trial LawyersMember
1990 - 2015
Florida Bar AssociationMember
Jury verdict of 2.5 million dollars
obtained a judgment of $8,250,000
Confidential seven figure structured settlement
1990
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
2016
2015
Lay and Expert Opinion, Scientific Evidence, and Evidentiary Privileges
2012
Rights and Responsibilities of Plaintiffs in Personal Injury Cases
2012
Advanced Trial Tactics
2012
Personal Injury From Start to Finish
2011
Effectively Introducing and Excluding Evidence
2010
Evidence and Trial Presentation of Tort Claims
2010
Effective Evidence Presentation at Trial
2010
Cross Examining the Expert Physician and Hostile Witness
1996
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