Peter F. Helwig

Peter F. Helwig

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 50 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Lakeland, FL
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Social Security

6700 S Florida Ave Ste 31, Lakeland, FL

About Peter

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 90%

Representing whistleblowers and victims of discrimination, harassment and retaliation in the workplace.

51 years

90%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 39 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1986

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 50 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1975

Permanent Retirement

No misconduct found

Location

Harris and Helwig, PA

6700 S Florida Ave Ste 31, Lakeland, FL, 33813-3312

Law Offices of Peter F. Helwig

6700 S. Florida Ave., Suite 31, Lakeland, FL, 33813

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Peter F. Helwig's Reviews

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Posted by Bob | May 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Outstanding

Mr Helwig helped me tremendously through a very difficult time after my employer abruptly terminated my employment. I consulted 2 other attorneys prior to Mr Helwig, each of whom advised me to move on as I did not have a case. Mr Helwig reviewed my case and agreed to represent me. Mr Helwig was able ...to achieve an excellent resolution to my case. He is the most knowledgeable Labor and Employment attorney that you will find. Highly recommend.

Posted by Jen | April 29, 2014

Pleased Client!

Mr. Helwig was extremely professional, informative and knowledgable. Though I felt as if I bugged him quite a bit, he never seemed to mind and always gave me his undivided attention. He may be a little more expensive than other lawyers I interviewed, though, you truly get what you pay for. He is WELL... worth it!

Posted by Issam | February 06, 2013 | Employment & Labor

The Man who stood with me and fought for me a gian big 4 Firm and made very Happy

It doesn't get better than this. You have discrimination or an employment concern, you will not find better than Peter Helwig. From personal experience he stood by me and on principle fought a hard fight for me against a giant big 4 Firm and made very very very very Happy. He is one of the few men wh...o left a good mark in my heart that will always stay there and I will brag on him for the rest of my life. Thank you Allah for sending me this me in time where no one else cared. Peter is more than a lawyer, I can't explain it, but will experience it when engage him.

Posted by Suzanne | April 17, 2011

Very satisfied

Mr. Helwig is very understanding and knowledgable. He returned phone calls and answered questions in a timely manner. Mr. Helwig was always willing to listen to what I had to say and offered encouragement every step of the way. Working with Mr. Helwig was a pleasure which allowed me to maintain my... dignity and he always treated me with respect.

Posted by Marija | December 15, 2009

If only all lawyers had his compassion and integrity

Peter Helwig is a person and a professional with integrity, compassion and superb knowledge. I was a very fortunate person to have had such great legal representation. I have worked with many lawyers in the past and continue to do so in my professional capacity. I have met many good lawyers but when ...I think of a superb lawyer, Peter Helwig is the first to come to my mind. Thank you for all you have done for me and so many others who needed you to achieve justice.

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Peter F. Helwig's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kathryn Piscitelli

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Peter Helwig. I have known Peter for many years, including as a co-counsel representing employees in employment law litigation and fellow member of the national and Florida chapters of NELA. In addition to having expert knowledge of and extensive experience in employment law, Peter is a passionate and highly effective advocate for the rights of employees. He is highly respected in the community of lawyers representing employees, who regard him as a mentor and role model. Peter is always willing to help fellow employee advocates who seek advice or assistance, and generously volunteers much of his time to Florida NELA, including speaking at seminars. He is consistently courteous and compassionate in his dealings with others, including clients, attorneys, and staff."

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Stephen Senn

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have defended cases brought by Peter Helwig in the past, and have always found him to be eminently professional in all of his dealings and a highly competent and effective advocate for his clients. I have also referred individuals to Peter for employment disputes without reservation. He is one of the top attorneys in the state who focus their work on representation of individuals in employment disputes."

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Frederick Ford

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Florida SuperLawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2002

Board Certified Labor and Employment Lawyer, Florida Bar

1999

Outstanding Attorney Award, Florida Legal Services Lawyers

Work Experience

1985 - 1999

Executive Director, Florida Rural Legal Services

Associations

2006 - Present

Tenth Circuit Pro Bono Committee

Member

2000 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2000 - Present

Labor & Employment Section, Florida Bar

Member

2001 - 2004

Public Interest Section, Florida Bar

Civil Rights Committee Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

Stone v. GEICO General Insurance Co.

Jury verdict for Plaintiff

Stone v. GEICO General Insurance Co.

Jury verdict for Plaintiff

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Education

N/A

University of Connecticut School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2016

Fall Seminar

Representing Muslims in Discrimination Cases

2012

Fall Seminar

Employment Law in Cuba

2008

Spring Seminar

Recovering Attorney's Fees in Federal Court

2008

Labor & Employment Certification Review Course

Employment Discrimination Law

2007

Fall Seminar

Retaliation Update

Publications

2003

Public Interest Law Section Reporter The Law of Protests and Demonstrations: Are “Free Speech Zones” Constitutional?

1998

Yale Law & Policy Review The Legal Services Restrictions -- Florida

1987

Clearinghouse Review Journal of Poverty Law and Policy Toward a Vision of Litigation Directing
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