About Leo
I was born in Cuba and greatly appreciate all the extraordinary rights and privileges we enjoy by living in the United States. My upbringing and life experiences have taught me to never take anything for granted, and endeavor to forge a positive, genuine legacy forged through assisting those in need, to the best of my ability.
Practice areas
- Workers compensation: 75%
33 years
- Mediation: 25%
16 years
Languages spoken
Spanish, English
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| FL | Member in Good Standing | 1986 | 09/12/2019 |
| Legal answers | 92 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
| Certified Civil Mediator | Supreme Court | 2004 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| President | Leo D. Gomez, P.A. | 2011 - Present |
| President | Fiol & Gomez, P.A. | 2002 - 2011 |
| Partner | Morgan Colling & Gilbert | 1993 - 2002 |
| Associate | Stephen Rosen, P.A. | 1986 - 1993 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Workers' Injury Law and Advocacy Group | Member | 2015 - Present |
| Tampa Bay Hispanic Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Bay Area Legal Services | Member | 2009 - Present |
| Hillsborough County Bar Association | Member | 1986 - Present |
| American Bar Association | Member | 1986 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| A Brighter Community, Inc. | Board of Directors | 2001 - 2005 |
| Florida Workers' Advocates | Member | 1995 - 2015 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Workers' Compensation Practice | Chapter Four : Benefits Available | 1993 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Stetson University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1985 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Workers' Compensation Institute Educational Conference | Panel Discussion : Ethical Issues In Workers' Compensation Practice | 2008 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Rosa v. Aramark | My client and I won the case. As a result, my client was accepted as permanently totally disabled and her much overdue right knee joint replacement surgery, authorized. |
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Attorney endorsements
(30)Brian Tadros, Workers compensation Attorney on Apr 20, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have handled cases against Leo. He is a fine lawyer and human being. He is diligent and always well prepared. I highly recommend him.
Douglas Bond, Workers compensation Attorney on Apr 16, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse Mr. Gomez and I am glad to do so. Mr. Gomez really cares about his clients and will aggressively fight to get the benefits you deserve. I know him personally and have consulted with him on complex legal matters due to his extensive knowledge of the law. He is also fluent in Spanish and is good at communicating complex issues to his clients.
Travis McConnell, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 7, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Leo is a fantastic attorney and excellent mediator. He has a wealth of personal experience as well as his years of practice. He has helped assist in resolving a number of my own cases through mediations as well as sharing advice and pointers.
Wendy Vargas, Family Attorney on Jan 4, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Leo is a caring, resourceful, and attentive attorney who has helped me tremendously as a new attorney. He has been a wonderful source of knowledge, especially in the field of worker's compensation.
Stephen Barbas, Workers compensation Attorney on Dec 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Anna Stone, Workers compensation Attorney on Nov 4, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Leo on several cases and he's mediated a number of cases for me. He's an excellent lawyer who cares about his clients and the cases he mediates. Highly recommend him as both a workers' compensation lawyer and a mediator.
Dorothy Sims, Insurance Attorney on Jul 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I was brought in on a case involving expert witnesses and psychiatric components. Leo was more prepared that just about every other attorney I've worked with. He had true compassion for his client and seemed to have the facts and dates essentially memorized, which is amazing. He followed through on my suggestions on what books to get, how to present certain issues. (My practice is limited to helping other lawyers with experts and I have no cases of my own and sadly, when i make recommendations some lawyers don't follow them to the detriment of the client) Leo knew the case law, the politics of the case which can sometimes be more important than the actual facts. In short, this man ROCKED IT. And the proof was in the resolution of the case which was jaw droppingly good. He was freaking awesome.
Ya Campbell, Workers compensation Attorney on Jun 25, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Leo is a hardworking attorney. He is smart, diligent, and committed to provide vigorous representation of his clients. He is very fair and honest opponent.
Dennis Palso, Social security Attorney on Apr 9, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Leo Gomez for over 20 years and have served with him on bar groups and committees and discussed workers' compensation issues with him over the years. He is an excellent workers' compensation attorney and zealous advocate for his clients but does so in a highly professional manner.
Antonio Viera, Social security Attorney on Mar 22, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Leo is well known and regarded in our community as an excellent advocate for his clients and an expert in workers compensation law. I have known him for many years, and have personally observed the tireless dedication he gives to his cases. As others here have mentioned, Leo is exceptionally ethical and honest. Above all, Leo is a lawyer who places his client's best interest above anything else. I have had the chance to speak with some of his former clients, and have repeatedly heard the phrase "Leo wasn't just my lawyer, he became a trusted friend". Without reservation, I endorse this lawyer.
Terri Cromley, Social security Attorney on Mar 6, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Leo has mediated a number of cases with me. He knows his stuff and has the ability to get the job done while maintaining the highest ethical standards. I have had a number of mediations that I don't think would have resolved with anyone else mediating them. I highly endorse Leo both as an attorney and mediator.
Jennifer Pollock, Workers compensation Attorney on Feb 2, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Leo Gomez. I have had many cases against Leo over the years. Leo is well-respected and admired in the legal community by everyone who deals with him. He is honorable in his dealings, and he is always true to his word. He is always available and easy to contact. I have witnessed his handling of scores of cases over the years, so I know that he is detail oriented, knowledgeable, and aggressive. He is a true advocate for his clients in all situations and is quite persistent when he feels his clients are entitled to benefits. I have noticed that his caring demeanor makes his clients feel at ease even in stressful courtroom situations. I would trust Leo Gomez with the needs of a family member, because I feel he would treat them as if they were his family as well. You can also trust Leo.
Melissa Volk, Litigation Attorney on Dec 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Leo Gomez, is a phenomenal lawyer, and mediator, but above all he is a wonderful human being. I always enjoy working with him, either as opposing counsel or as a mediator. Leo is ethical, professional, and very knowledgeable. I have the utmost respect for Leo Gomez and endorse him without any reservations.
Karen Ferguson, Insurance Attorney on Dec 1, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have litigated cases against Leo Gomez over the past 12 years and he always displays the utmost professionalism. He is extremely knowledgeable and aggressively advocates for his clients, while keeping their best interests in mind.
Riccardo Arcaro, Slip and fall accident Attorney on Aug 21, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I enthusiastically and with great sincerity endorse and recommend Leo Gomez to any person needing legal representation in a workers compensation case and to any attorney needing a mediator. I worked as co-counsel with Leo on a complex and very serious injury case for more than 5 years. Based upon my 39 years of practicing law representing injured people I have interacted with thousands of different attorneys. Leo is without question one of the finest and most competent attorneys I have known or worked with. His knowledge and passion for the law and concern for his clients legal rights is second to none. His honesty is impeccable. His work ethic is extraordinary. l urge any person needing a workers compensation attorney to contact Leo and discuss your case with him before making a decision to retain a lawyer. I know my opinion regarding Leo is shared by any other attorney or past client who has worked with him.
Michael Winer, Workers compensation Attorney on Aug 13, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Leo is both an outstanding lawyer and mediator. Better yet, he is an outstanding human being- compassionate, honest and with integrity.He was a mentor to me in my early career and continues to do so today.
Frank Marsalisi, Car accident Attorney on Jul 17, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Leo Gomez is THE preeminent workers compensation attorney in the Tampa Bay area. He is very respected in the legal community for his honesty and professionalism. We have worked on several cases together and my clients have all been very appreciative of the job he has done for them. Leo represents his clients with a fervent compassion to seek justice. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer.
Robert Bennett, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 28, 2010
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have litigated cases against Leo for at least fifteen years. While he is a zealous advocate for his clients he also, always, maintains the highest levels of professionalism regardless of the contentious nature of the case. I have also used Mr. Gomez as a mediator and he is equally commited in that role. I strongly recommend Leo as an attorney and mediator.
Nilo Sanchez, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 18, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Leo Gomez for several years. During this time, I have always found him to be an outstanding lawyer who is extremely ethical and extremely knowledgeable in the area of worker's compensation and personal injury. Leo enjoys an excellent reputation in the legal community.
Lawrence Samaha, Workers compensation Attorney on Mar 17, 2010
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer's work. clearheaded ,hardworking, smart, trustworthy
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