J Steele Olmstead
also known as Steele Olmstead
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Biography
A lawyer owes a duty to do good in a community. Taking care of my client's best interests is the central mission we have in my office.
I look out for my clients and get them paid back for what has been taken from them in a crash or other personal injury. There are no "accidents." These are crashes and my clients must be reimbursed by those at fault for what my clients have endured. This means getting vehicles repaired or replaced, medical or other bills paid, wages reimbursed, pain suffering and emotional damages also reimbursed. This is why my clients get with my office. I am proud of the experience and education I bring to my clients to help them when they are without direction after a traumatic event.
I am a former President and former member of the board of directors of the Florida Bicycling Association, member of the Board of Directors of Bike/Walk Tampa Bay. I speak before governmental agencies advocating for bicyclists rights. I am a member of the Reese Smith Litigation American Inns of Court. I speak at bicycling clubs and other civic organizations.
I am the son of a Air Force Lt. Colonel. My dad was in the service until I was 13 years old. He was a JAG officer for the Air Force for 22 years. He retired in Tallahassee Florida and I became another Florida transplant. After high school, I started in the pre-med program at Florida State University but changed majors and graduated with a bachelor of science degree in psychology. I went to the University of Mississippi (the oldest state law school in the United States) and graduated. There, I participated in the Moot court program (an trial advocacy program) and served as president of the law school student body. I was also a student member of the American inns of Court at Ole Miss.
I returned to Florida where he first started practicing in a personal injury law firm in Pensacola Florida as the sole associate to two experienced attorneys. From there I moved to Tampa, a much larger town with warmer weather After working for some of the mose successful lawyers, I opened my own practice.
In my spare time I ride bicycles off and on the road and play music with friends. I am a passable guitar player and a barely tolerable mandolin, resonator and ukulele player. I aspire to play banjo.
I enjoy helping injured people get back on their feet. I do that by helping them recover what was taken from them by another's negligence.
I you have any doubts, read the reviews and you'll see why your case is taken care of when I am working to get you back to where you were before your injury.
Practice Areas
5
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Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
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Licensed in Florida for 40 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Licensed in Mississippi for 40 years
State: Mississippi
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
J. Steele Olmstead, P. A.
14517 N 18th St, Tampa, FL, 33613-2417
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J Steele Olmstead's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
28 Client Reviews
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Posted by Kim | April 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney
5 Star Attorney - Highly Recommended
J Steele Olmstead is excellent. He always answered all my questions and was very prompt getting back to me. I never felt rushed or like I was asking a stupid question. He also has a great sense of humor. I was recommended to him by several people and I will also recommend him to anyone moving for...
Posted by Babu | August 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Never Stopped fighting the insurance company
was referred to us by a friend and treated my wife and I like friends. Always looked out for us the whole time. He cared about me and my wife. Fought for every last cent.
Posted by Luis | May 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Injury Lawyer
I am very pleased with Steele Olmstead. He is a great Lawyer and really cares about his clients. I know first hand because he was able to help me when others had failed me. He has the experience you will need to go against the big guys. I was in a hard place physically and mentally from someone who t...
Posted by Brandon | August 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Steele has a heart of gold
Steele was recommended to me by a good family friend who raved about his work, but more importantly to me, his character. I was absolutely distraught after my car accident and was extremely nervous as I have never dealt with a lawyer before. Right off the bat he was so kind and down to earth, easing ...
Posted by Marie | January 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Car Accident
I had an auto accident in Jan. 2018 and Steele handled it for me. He had to deal with many difficult issues because the insurances companies were uncooperative. In the end Steele went above and beyond what were his responsibilities. I am very appreciative for his efforts.
J Steele Olmstead's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Steele has the reputation of working hard and he keeps up with the current laws to represent his clients with the highest standards. He is dedicated to his profession, his clients and he also offers assistance to other lawyers, mentoring them, sharing his vast knowledge and expertise."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steele is an outstanding advocate for his clients. He is client focused and uses that connection to get the best results for his clients."
"Mr. Olmstead is a very talented litigator and a skilled negotiator. I endorse this lawyer."
"Steele is a passionate and skillful advocate for his clients. One will not find a harder worker or a more dedicated advocate. Steele has just the right balance of theory and practice that it takes to know the law and to make it work."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steele is a top-notch attorney and fantastic advocate for his clients. They are lucky to have him!"
"Mr. Olmstead’s personal commitment to clients is more than a tagline for him. It's real. He is an excellent attorney who is equipped with the skill and knowledge necessary to provide high quality legal representation for those who have been injured."
"I endorse Steele Olmstead. Steele works very hard and cares for his clients. Steele knows how the insurance companies work and uses that experience in going to bat for his clients."
"Mr. Olmstead is an extremely hard-working advocate for his clients. He does not hesitate to take his battles to court when necessary. If you are injured or have another type of legal matter and you need an aggressive attorney to fight for your rights, you should contact Mr. Olmstead, he will do you right."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Steele is tough, prepared and stays up the the latest developments in the law. He would be a great choice for representation in the Tampa area"
"Steele is an outstanding attorney and a genuine advocate for his clients. He works tirelessly to obtain the best results possible, and is well respected in the Tampa community. One of the best!"
"You are lucky if he will accept your case. Intellegent and motivated for a start and very caring and sympathetic. He keeps current on the law and is not afraid to take on the insurance company. Hire him if you need help!"
"Steele is a fierce advocate for his clients. He has a thorough knowledge of Florida law and is an extremely talented and experienced lawyer. I recommend him highly to anyone in need of his services."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He has a sharp mind and tireless work ethic who will provide excellent legal representation in any matter that he takes on."
"Mr Olmstead is an excellent personal injury lawyer. He operates on quality not quanity and takes each case on a personal basis. He is very well qualified and you can trust his counsel on personal injury cases- I have."
"I wholeheartedly endorse J. Steele Olmstead. I had the privilege of consulting with Steele when I was a novice lawyer in St. Petersburg. Steele has a reputation as an incredible advocate for his client, with stellar ethics and work product. Steele is an excellent attorney, who is always up-to-date on the law and unselfishly gives his time and energy not only for his clients, but also to improve the practice of law."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer's work. J. Steele Olmstead is a skilled and tireless advocate for his clients and a leader among trial lawyers in Florida. He is also a pioneering practitioner in alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation and arbitration."
"I heartily endorse Mr. Olmstead. He has demonstrated to me all of the things that a personal injury lawyer should have: sensitivity to clients, a bright intellect, and a dogged pursuit of results for this clients. A personal injury client cannot ask for more than that."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Peer and Client rating, Avvo
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Managing Partner, J. Steele Olmstead, P. A.
1992 - 1993
Attorney, Duke and Karikas, P. A.
1990 - 1992
House counsel, Cincinnati Insurance Company
1988 - 1990
Associate, Mulholland and Anderson, P.A.
1986 - 1988
Associate, Dale Swope, P. A.
1985 - 1986
Associate, O'Gwen L. King, P. A.
Associations
2014 - Present
Florida Bicycle AssociationBoard of Directors Member
2012 - Present
Southern Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Hillsborough County League of Women VotersMember
2010 - Present
South West Florida Bicycle United Dealer's AssocationBoard of Directors
2010 - Present
Tiger Club of TampaMember
2008 - Present
New Tampa Rotary ClubMember
2004 - Present
Reece Smith American Inn of Court (Litigators)Master of the Inn
2002 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1994 - Present
Florida Justice Association
1987 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
verdict for the plaintiffs for $2,600,000.00.
Education
1988
FAA Certification training
1984
Juris Doctor
1979
computer technology
1977
Batchelor of Sciences
Speaking Engagements
2013
Medical and Legal Issues in Sleep
2012
"Why is this man smiling? Following the Rules as Cyclists"
2011
2008
1994
Civil Procedure
Publications
2014
2013
2011
2011
2010
2009
2007
2006
Languages
Spanish
German
Activity
Legal Answers