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38 Client Reviews
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also known as John F. Sharpless
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With a legal career spanning decades, John F. Sharpless is distinguished for his exclusive focus on workers’ compensation law. A graduate of Lehigh University (B.A., 1990) and the University of New Hampshire School of Law (J.D., 1996), John was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1996. He is authorized to practice before all Florida state courts, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, and the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. John’s career began with representation of Social Security claimants, followed by work in insurance defense for workers’ compensation and longshore claims. Since 1999, his dedication has been solely to advocating for the injured. He has served as a partner in leading Tampa law firms, focusing on Defense Base Act, Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, Florida State Workers’ Compensation, and Social Security Disability cases. John achieved Board Certification in workers’ compensation law in 2002 and has maintained this distinction through repeated recertification. His professional excellence was acknowledged with a “Super Lawyer” designation. Outside the office, John is dedicated to his family and enjoys music and the outdoors.
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28 years
Free Consultation
$0 first 60 minutes
25%-25%
State: Florida
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
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Posted by Former WC Adjuster | October 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney
As a former and current workers' compensation claims adjuster, I felt well-equipped to navigate the workers’ compensation system. However, when bad actors refuse to act fairly, even experienced professionals can struggle. After I sustained a repetitive injury at work, my employer, also an insurance c...
Posted by Erik | October 5, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Sharpless used his wealth of knowledge to attain the settlement i wanted. He was very attentive to any changes that needed to be made to my case, and also met any needs I was concerned about. Thank you again, Mr. Sharpless!!!
Posted by Robert Scott | March 4, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I hired Mr Sharpless to handle my SSDisability claim. I found him to be professional and he handled my case quickly. Very happy with the results.
Posted by Marina | January 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Sharpless was referred to me by a friend. He was very professional, timely, and provided the best representation I could have asked for. He guided my family and I through the entire process of our case and made us feel confident during meetings and our deposition. I knew I could trust him and his...
Posted by James | August 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney
He’s a great lawyer he’ll get the job done, handles everything in a timely manner. He’s also very knowledgeable on cases including medical cannabis card in a drug free workplace.
"I've known John for about 15 years. I've had the privilege of witnessing his attitude and approach in a variety of roles . I've always found him to be unflinchingly honest, extremely intelligent, and highly respected. He goes "above and beyond" for his clients, as a matter of course. I wholeheartedly endorse John without any reservation whatsoever. He is a most impressive colleague and nothing short of an immense credit, to our profession. Truly one of a kind."
Personal injury lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Workers compensation lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Certified Circuit Mediator, Supreme Court of Florida
2009
Board of Directors, Florida Workers' Advocates
2007
SuperLawer in workers' compensation, SuperLawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2002
Board Certified Workers' Compensation, Florida Bar
2024 - Present
Owner, Just Comp, PLLC
2013 - 2024
Partner, Winer Law Group
2004 - 2013
Partner, Osborne & Sharpless
2002 - 2004
Partner, Rosen, Osborne & Sharpless
2000 - 2002
Associate, Rosen & Osborne, P.A.
1998 - 2000
Associate, Stiles, Taylor & Grace, P.A.
1997 - 1998
Associate, Law Office of John S. Smith, P.A.
2013 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Work Injury Law and Advocacy Group (WILG)Member
2000 - Present
Florida Workers' AdvocatesMember
2000 - Present
Florida Justice Association (Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers)Member
1997 - Present
Florida Bar, Workers' Compensation Law SectionMember
2009 - 2025
Florida Workers' AdvocatesBoard of Directors
for Claimant
For Claimant
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
Social Security and Workers' Compensation Offsets
2018
Collecting Reasonable Attorney's Fees
2017
Anatomy of a Workers' Compensation Case
2016
Understanding Miles and Other Practical Tips
2012
How to File, Prepare and Present Social Security Disability Claims Before an ALJ
2009
Social Security Disability and Sickle Cell Disease
2019
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English
Legal Answers
If I reach MMI, will further surgery be paid for?
20 Mar 2024
In Florida before marking zero impairment should not the joints actually be examined?
23 Aug 2022
Is it legal for my employer use my PTO for the 7 day waiting period or can I opt for to be unpaid.
01 May 2019