Marcus Allen Castillo

Marcus Allen Castillo

also known as Marcus Castillo

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 42 years

Employee benefits Lawyer at Clearwater, FL
Practice Areas: Employee Benefits, Mediation, Employment & Labor, Litigation

19321-C US Highway 19 N, Ste 401, Clearwater, FL

About Marcus

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Employee Benefits 50%

While handling all types of employee benefits cases for plaintiffs I have considerable experience handling group long-term disability insurance cases. Visit my website to view representative case successes in this area of my practice.

32 years

50%
Mediation 25%

I focus my mediation practice on the resolution of labor and employment disputes utilizing my knowledge base as a board-certified practitioner who has represented both plaintiffs and defendants.

32 years

25%
Employment and Labor 15%

On a selective basis I help employers avoid employment law claims and represent them in employment law litigation.

32 years

15%
Litigation 10%

I have handled a wide variety of civil disputes and continue to represent both plaintiffs and defendants on a selective basis. Cases handled include employment law, business litigation and personal injury.

42 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-350 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 42 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1983

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Haas & Castillo, P.A.

19321-C US Highway 19 N, Ste 401, Clearwater, FL, 33764-3142

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Posted by Rick | April 30, 2013 | Business

Employer labor law

Marcus was very quick and responsive on a time sensitive matter. He always had my best interests in mind and stayed focused on the best common sense solution for my business.

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Marcus Allen Castillo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Theodore Schofner

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Marcus for many years and know him to be an expert in all legal matters relating to Employment and Labor Law. He is extremely professional, ethical and competent. I refer cases to him without hesitation. I am honored to endorse Marcus Castillo."

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Sidney Kilgore

Employment and labor lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Marcus Castillo for many years, and he is a brilliant and personable lawyer with a sound reputation in the legal community for zealously and competently representing his clients."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Marcus. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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William Schneikart

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nora Bergman

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I’ve had the privilege of working with Marcus and his partner, Lee Haas, for over three years. Their commitment to their clients and their legal community is second to none. Marcus is Board Certified by The Florida Bar as a Labor & Employment Law attorney, and he and Lee are dedicated to providing the highest level of care to the clients they serve."

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Danialle Riggins

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kimberly Campbell

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Marcus for 12 years and have dealt with him on both a personal and professional basis. His knowledge of the law is beyond compare. He has also been heavily involved in our local bar association and is a tremendous asset to our legal community. I highly recommend him."

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John Tucker

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Marcus Castillo for many years. I do not hesitate to refer clients to him. He is a very skilled employment attorney, handling labor and benefit cases. He also has extensive experience handling complex litigation involving sexual abuse cases. His work is thorough, and he is as ethical as any attorney I know."

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Nancy Cavey

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I’ve worked with Marcus for years on employment law and ERISA-related cases. I also know that he has a strong reputation handling sexual abuse and crime victim cases particularly where allegations of negligent hiring and retention are involved. Marcus is a frequent lecturer, author and bar leader and indeed was recently appointed by the Governor to select state court trial judges in the Tampa Bay area. I strongly endorse Marcus’ legal and case handling skills."

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Gary Schaaf

Real estate lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Theodore Schofner

Elder law lawyer

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William Schneikart

Car accident lawyer

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Walter Aye

Employment and labor lawyer

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Gary Schaaf

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2011

Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2007

Florida Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2001

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1993 - 2014

Shareholder, Haas & Castillo, PA

Associations

2010 - Present

Judicial Nominating Commission-Sixth Circuit

Chair and Member

2007 - Present

Leadership Pinellas

2008 - 2010

Clearwater Bar Association

Treasurer

2006 - 2009

Florida Bar, Grievance Committee A - Sixth Circuit

Chair and Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Pohl v. Southeast Airlines

Appellate court ruled in favor of client

Rozanowski vs. Diocese of St. Petersburg

Confidential Settlement

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Education

1983

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

University of Florida

BA with Honors

Speaking Engagements

2005

Labor and Employment Law Board Certification Review Course

ERISA Review for Board Certification Examination

2001

Employment Law Update for Business Owners

ERISA and OSHA Update

2001

Employment Law Trial Skills Program

Direct and Cross Examination

Publications

1987

The Florida Bar Journal "The Environmental Element in Florida Condemnation Proceedings"
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