Thomas P Scarritt Jr.

Thomas P Scarritt Jr.

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 42 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Litigation, Car Accidents ... +3 more

1405 W Swann Ave, Tampa, FL

About Thomas

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-395 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 42 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1983

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Thomas P Scarritt Jr.

1405 W Swann Ave, Tampa, FL, 33606-2532

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Thomas P Scarritt Jr.'s Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Paul | May 27, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Complex litigation

After 2 years of complex litigation, I was beginning to think the legal system in Hillsborough County Florida was a complete joke. After discussing the situation with Tom Scarritt, I realized my legal team of 3 mishandled certain aspects of the case. Since they were with a large statewide firm, this... was a tough pill to swallow. There were 2 trials involved in my case. My original team blew the first part of case by mishandling the trial. I fired the original team and engaged Tom Scarritt. Tom took my bleak situation and completely reversed the tide . At the end of the second trial , the judge told my opponent her assertions of value due her were ridiculous. While no one should be expected to work miracles, Tom Scarritt was able to take our situation to a successful conclusion given our difficult position. Had I employed Tom in the beginning, I am convinced the outcome would have been a complete success. Litigation is a minefield of rules and legal positioning . Tom knows the system inside and out having taught trial lawyers and I recommend him to anyone with a large case.

Posted by David | April 27, 2015 | State, Local And Municipal Law

OUTSTANDING ATTORNEY

I have worked with Tom Scarritt Jr. since 1992 in the area of defending municipalities and governmental entities in the State of Florida. I consider Tom to be an outstanding and very competent/well qualified attorney who does excellence work for all our clients. Our company only writes governmental b...usiness in the State of Florida consisting of 410 municipalities. His knowledge in this field is superb and I have had nothing but high compliments on the work he has accomplished. He recently handled a very complex case resulting in an outstanding settlement. Kudos to Mr. Tom Scarritt

Posted by Dean | April 24, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Representation

Tom Scarritt is a very well-known civil attorney attorney in the City of Tampa, Hillsborough County, as well as throughout the State of Florida. He is very passionate and professional. He is extremely thorough in his preparation of his cases. His enthusiasm is present from the onset of the case t...hrough the final victorious out come. Tom takes the time to know you as a person, as well as your case. He understands that ultimately, he represents a person holistically and you are not just another case. You know he has your best interest at heart. He is Board Certified and sits on many additional boards and committees throughout the City of Tampa, Hillsborugh County, and the State of Florida. He lectures on many subjects, most notably issues regarding the welfare of children. I highly recommend his services. You will not be disappointed by him or the service he provides.

Posted by Ken | April 22, 2015 | Litigation

Excellent trial attorney

Tom Scarritt has represented my client in civil trial litigation for a number of years and has always done an excellent job. I know when he is representing us, we have the best. I would strongly recommend Tom and his firm.

Posted by Keith | April 16, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Good Solid Lawyer with years of court room experience

Tom is able to identify quickly the relevant material of a complex legal matter and simplify it to a jury. Furthermore, he created a close rapport and trust with the jury which led to a multi-million award for my case.

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Thomas P Scarritt Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Martin Champagne

Litigation lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the privilege of litigating cases and going to trial with Tom several times over the last 5-years. He is a gifted trial lawyer with a preternatural ability to win over juries and judges with compelling and powerful courtroom presentations. He has the ability to distill complex factual and legal issues into persuasive and easily understood narratives. Even though he has been practicing for more than 30-years, I have been amazed at the level of preparation he dedicates to everything he does in preparation for every aspect of a case. I haven't seen a harder working and more effective trial lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2022

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2012

Board Certified - Civil Pretrial Practice Advocacy, National Board of Civil Pretrial Advocacy

2011

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

1991

Board Certified, National Board of Trial Advocacy

1989

Board Certified - Civil Litigation, Florida Bar

Work Experience

2000 - Present

President, Shareholder, Senior Trial Lawyer, Scarritt Law Group, PA (Tampa)

1998 - 2000

President, Shareholder, Senior Trial Lawyer, Davis & Scarritt, PA (Tampa)

1983 - 1998

Shareholder, Fowler White Boggs Banker (Tampa)

Associations

2004 - Present

Florida Commission on Ethics

Commissioner

2005 - 2006

Florida Commission on Ethics

Chairman

2004 - 2004

Hillsborough County, Judicial Campaign Practices Committee

Chairman

2001 - 2002

Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers Section

Chairman

1993 - 2003

Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers Section

Executive Council

1993 - 1993

American Board of Trial Advocates

President - Tampa Bay Chapter

Sample of Legal Cases

Hoffman v. Knutsson, et al.

Net $4.2 million verdict in favor of our clients.

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Education

1983

Florida State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Grenoble (France)

International Rotary Scholar(1980-81)

Speaking Engagements

2005

Lorman Seminar

Advanced Depositions in Florida

2005

CLE International

Ethics and the Practice of Law

Publications

2015

Lorman Seminar Lay and Expert Depositions

2000

Journal of Forensic Sciences The Frye Hearing in Florida: An Attempt to Exclude Scientific Evidence

1998

Pinellas County Guardianship Newsletter Abuse and Neglect in Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities–The Telltale Signs

1998

The Agenda, Govt. Law Section U.S. Sup. Ct. Extends Absolute Immunity to Local Legislators

Languages

French

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