J. Ronald Denman

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J. Ronald Denman

also known as Ron Denman, Joseph Ronald Denman

5.0
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 35 years

Trusts Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Trusts, Business, Unknown

15316 N. Florida Avenue, Tampa, FL

This attorney is currently not accepting new clients.
Reason: Not Practicing
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2026
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About J. Ronald

Biography

Hire a Seasoned Attorney with Business and Courtroom Experience to Help Solve Your Legal Problems.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Other 76%

76%
Business 12%

12%
Trusts 12%

As a seasoned trial litigator, I will protect your rights in Probate, Trust, or Guardianship matters. I represent Guardians, Personal Representatives, Interested Parties, and Beneficiaries in all types of administrative and litigation matters.

12%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 325-550 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 17 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2008

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2018

Licensed in Florida for 35 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1990

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2026

Location

Bleakley Bavol

15316 N. Florida Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33613

J. Ronald Denman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Responsiveness

Posted by Jorge E | March 14, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

A true Professional

I was very fortunate to have chosen Mr Denman , as my attorney. His qualities are extrordinary in this robotic society . He legitemenly gets involved w/ you case; he cares aboout you as a person, being a great human being. He anlaised my case profusely , informing how we were to approach & what ...strategy we would use & cited precedent in similar cases, so I could have a laymans view of what he was doing & why. He would answer the many letters sent by opposing counsel , briefing me, what that meant & how we would respond. In the various hearings that we assisted, he prepared me properly , so I could participate in a knowledgeable manner, while staying within the legal framework. He brilliantly argued in these hearings , w. opposing counsel & as well as w/ the judge., showing that he was there for me & truly projected to all to all that he believed in me. He won some petitions & injunctions , by bringing up case law to the judge, who based on this startegy found in my favor. He pursued continously every dubious fact that opposition presented & would never cease until situation was clarified to all parties, leaving no doubts about any fact that was in my detriment. In resuming. , as a religious person, I truly believeMr Denman, was truly a Godesend, I think this says it all !!!

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Jonathan Vair

Litigation lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ron Denman is an incredible lawyer who demonstrates sound judgment and superb litigation skills."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2026.

Suspension issued in FL, 2026

updated on 03/16/2026

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Reciprocal - Suspension issued in NC, 2018

updated on 03/16/2026

This means that the attorney's misconduct in another state also violates the rules for practicing law in North Carolina.

Suspension issued in FL, 2016

updated on 02/21/2017

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

J. Ronald’s comment:

“During my own contentious divorce proceeding, my former wife's counsel reported me for an obscure but technical bar rule violation. No client has ever had negative issues with my representation. In order to end the lengthy dispute and heartache, I agreed to accept a penalty for the technical violation, which I strongly disputed. This allowed me move on and continue doing what I love and do best - helping my clients with their legal problems.”

Honors

2016

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Litigation Partner, Bleakley Bavol

1900 - Present

Senior Partner, Bleakley Bavol Denman & Grace

2011 - 2014

Litigation Partner, Perlman Bajandas Yevoli & Albright

2003 - 2011

Executive Vice President & General Counsel, General Tobacco

1998 - 2003

Partner, Bilzin Sumberg Baena Price & Axelrod, LLP

1994 - 1998

Partner, Marlow Connell Abrams Adler Newman & Lewis

1993 - 1994

Associate Attorney, Koltun & Greenberg

1990 - 1993

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Hillsborough County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Florida Bar, Business Law Section

Member

2012 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Member

2011 - Present

Florida Bar, Family Law Section

Member

2008 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

United States District Court for the District of Colorado

Member

1995 - Present

United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

Member

1994 - Present

Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers Section

Member

1993 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida

Member

2011 - 2014

Miami Beach Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2020

Federal Bar Association

Member

2001 - 2002

Florida Bar, Aviation Law Committee

Member

1994 - 2015

American Bar Association, Litigation Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Bivins v. Rogers et.al.

$16.4 million verdict for client

Insurance Claim - confidential

$3.5 million settlement

King v. Crawford

Case dismissed - judgment against Plaintiff for fees $53,000

Vibo v. Leonia

$1.3 million verdict

Defamation - confidential settlement

$277,500 total settlement.

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Education

1989

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

University of Miami

JD

1986

University of Florida

BS

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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