Catherine Mcwilliam Rinaldo

Catherine Mcwilliam Rinaldo

also known as Catherine "Caki" Rinaldo, Catherine McWilliam Rinaldo

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 40 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Car Accidents ... +7 more

3800 W Bay To Bay Blvd Ste 11, Tampa, FL

About Catherine

Biography

“When a client engages our firm, I want them to know that their needs and concerns are of the utmost importance to us. All matters are handled with the highest legal attention and with full respect ...

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 40 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1985

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Rinaldo Law Group

3800 W Bay To Bay Blvd Ste 11, Tampa, FL, 336296844

Rinaldo Law Group

11256 Boyette Rd, Riverview, FL, 33569

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Catherine Mcwilliam Rinaldo's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sandra | February 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommended

I had consulted another firm before I met Ms. Rinaldo. She & her team went right to work to get my wheelchair repaired & saw that I got all the treatment I needed as well as the bills getting paid. When problems arose, they took care of it immediately. I was surprised when Christy presented me wit...h a settlement check. I have since recommended this firm to several other.

Posted by Lourdes | December 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent

Hired Ms Rinaldo for a car accident case. She and her office were instrumental in finally settling the lawsuit with the insurance company and dealing with the vendors. The process is confusing and she walked me right through it with ease. Ms Rinaldo and her staff are wonderful and a pleasure to work ...with, can’t thank her enough.

Posted by Richard | March 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great

Fantastic people to work with. It’s always a pleasure. They’ve been extremely helpful through the entire process.

Posted by Nora | January 4, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Lawyer and Staff

Ms. Rinaldo and her staff are extremely efficient, kind, caring and knowledgeable . They make a very difficult process easy to understand. They are extremely professional and always work for the client. I would highly recommend Catherine and her entire team.

Posted by Tequila | October 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Saved my sanity

I came in with the weight of the world on my shoulders. LITERALLY. One consultation with her and I was set at ease. Thank you for all your hard work and knowledge. You made this process smooth as silk. If you need an attorney, look no further.

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Catherine Mcwilliam Rinaldo's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Giardina

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Having worked closely with Ms. Rinaldo for nearly five years, I can say with 100% certainty that she is an excellent attorney. Her genuine compassion for her clients and down-to-earth demeanor enable her to fully understand the nuances of her cases in a way in which few other lawyers are capable. Ms. Rinaldo’s experience as a seasoned litigator means that while she is professional with other attorneys, she is aggressive in fighting for her clients. These factors combine to give Catherine Rinaldo a unique advantage in seeking the maximum possible recovery for her clients."

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Philip Friedman

Car accident lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work because she is one of the best and brightest trial lawyers in the State of Florida. She represents her clients with great confidence and compassion. Catherine is a highly recognized leader in the fight for injured people throughout Florida and beyond. I urge victims and lawyers looking to refer seriously injured clients to call Catherine Rinaldo."

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Nicholas Rinaldo

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scot Seplowe

Litigation lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a seasoned trial advocate who cares first and foremost about making sure that her clients are made whole. She is extremely passionate, knows the medicine better than any lawyer in town, and will fight tooth and nail to make sure her people are treated fairly."

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Jon Deem

Unknown lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.I have the privilege of knowing Cathy. She is an outstanding person. She is extremely organized in her practice. For many years she has been an outstanding civil attorney."

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Bill Dickey

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Attorney Rinaldo for 20+ years. I find her to be extremely competent and qualified to handle serious injury cases and complex litigation. She is compassionate and extremely hardworking. I would recommend her to my own family and friends."

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Michael Walker

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shawn Yesner

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Caki for many years and in that time she has always displayed an outstanding knowledge of the law, and the highest level of professionalism. Caki's knowledge and willingness to help me in my career is invaluable and much appreciated."

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Henry Paul

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Catherine has the skill and passion that make her a great lawyer. She cares about her clients and gives personal service that sets her and her firm apart."

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Dorota Trzeciecka

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I give Catherine Rinaldo my highest recommendation. With 26 years of experience in personal injury and wrongful death cases, she has unsurpassed skills and knowledge to handle the most challenging of cases. She is passionate about her work and continuously strives to achieve the best possible results for her clients. Catherine would be the first call I made, if I needed a personal injury attorney."

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Richard White

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Caki and her husband Nick are skilled and compassionate attorneys with a wide range of experience in personal injury and wrongful death cases. I would not hesitate to retain Caki as counsel for me or any member of my family who may suffer an injury. She has my unqualified endorsement."

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Joseph Lehn

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Catherine Rinaldo is an excellent attorney and zealous advocate for her clients. She is always willing to share her expertise in personal injury and car accidents with fellow attorneys, including myself."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2018

Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi Million Dollar Advocates Forum

1984

Fellowship, U.S. Department of Justice

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Managing Partner, Rinaldo Law Group

1996 - Present

Founding Partner, Rinaldo Law Group

1900 - Present

Member, Rinaldo Law Group

1989 - 1996

Associate, Winn and Jorgensen

1987 - 1989

Associate, McClain & Associates, PA

1985 - 1997

Attorney, Catherine G. McWilliam

Associations

2018 - Present

St. Michael's Legal Center

Director

2014 - Present

Million Dollar Forum

member

2014 - Present

Multi Million Dollar Forum

2014 - Present

Keenan Ball Trial College

Member

2013 - Present

Better Business Bureau

2011 - Present

Supreme Court Historical Society

Member

2011 - Present

Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association

2011 - Present

Tampa Bay Catholic Lawyers Guild

1990 - Present

Florida Justice Association

Member

1986 - Present

Martindale Hubble

1986 - Present

Hillsborough County Women's Bar Association

1985 - Present

Florida Bar Association

Member

1985 - Present

Hillsborough County Bar Association

Member

1994 - 1997

Florida Bar, Grievance Committee A

Member

1993 - 1995

Tampa Bay Inns of Court

Founding Barrister Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Auto Accident

4,000,000.00

Bicycle Helmet Defect

1,250,000.00

Auto Accident

$750,000.00

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Education

1985

Tulane University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

George Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Keenan Ball Trial College Minor Impact Soft Tissue Injury

2016

Practice Growth Program

Practice Bottleneck Busters

2013

PIP Workshop - Pragmatic Solutions in Changing Times

2012 Amendments to the PIP Statute

Publications

2009

Web They're Driving Me Crazy - Seven Strategies to Keep Your Teen Driver Safe

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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