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Scot D. Goldberg
A founding member of the firm, Scot D. Goldberg is a Fort Myers native and member of the Lee County Bar Association, the Lee County Personal Injury Association, the Florida Bar, the Federal Bar Association, the Federal Court of the Middle and Northern Districts, the Florida Justice Association (formerly known as the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers), The American Association for Justice (formerly known as The Association of Trial Lawyers of America); the Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America; and the Southern Trial Lawyers Association. He currently serves as counsel for the Coalition for Justice on a pro bono basis. He is also a member of the Board of Directors of the Quality of Life Center and the Deaf Service Center of Fort Myers. Scot is on the Executive Board of Directors for the Southwest Florida Chapter of the NAACP, and also serves as its Legal Redress Attorney. In 2009, Scot was selected for membership in the Princeton Global Network. He is a former member of the Zoning and Planning Advisory Committee for the City of Cape Coral. Scot has volunteered his time for a number of years with the Moot Court Program, working with local high school students to give them opportunities to participate in mock court proceedings. He also is an authorized volunteer for Meals on Wheels. Scot previously served his community as a Hearing Officer for the City of Fort Myers and as an Honorary Deputy for the Lee County Sheriff’s Department. The primary focus of Scot’s law practice is in Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice, and Criminal Law cases.
Scot graduated from the University of South Florida in 1991 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology. One of his interests while attending USF was Social Science; which led to his invitation for membership in Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society in Social Science.
He then went on to Thomas M. Cooley Law School, where he received his Juris Doctor degree in 1995. He was admitted to the Florida Bar and the U. S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, in 1995. Scot began his legal career as an Assistant State Attorney with the 20th Judicial Circuit, 1995 – 1996. In conjunction with his work at the State Attorney’s Office, he received certification in Juvenile Justice and Delinquency from the U.S. Department of Justice. He later became an associate at the law firm of Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz, P.A. Mr. Goldberg was selected for Who’s Who in American Law, 2000/2001. In July 2000, Scot became one of the four founding members of the firm.
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-40%
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Licensed in Florida for 30 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Goldberg Noone Abraham
1533 Hendry Street, Suite 200, Fort Myers, FL, 33901
Goldberg Noone Abraham
1625 SE 47th Terrace, Suite 200, Fort Myers, FL, 33904
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Posted by Judy | October 6, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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My daughter and I hired Scot to help us navigate her recovery and medical bills from an accident that totaled her vehicle. She tried to avoid the guy who ran his stop sign. He had the audacity to blame her. We met with Scot in his downtown Fort Myers office. His staff was welcoming and friendly. ...
Posted by anonymous | October 6, 2014
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Words cannot express enough how much I highly recommend Scot Goldberg when choosing an attorney. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable and professional but also displays sincere concern and guidance. I have had to communicate with him during days, nights, and even weekends and he is always availab...
Posted by John | October 3, 2014
He's one of the good guys!
After getting injured in an auto accident I began to have trouble dealing with the adjuster assigned to me by the insurance company. Scot was referred to me by a friend and met me at my home when I called to ask for his help. My recovery was always his primary concern. When left with deficits he ...
Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2012
Scot Goldberg did a GREAT Job for Me!
I cannot say enough good about attorney Scot Goldberg. He came highly recommended, and after he represented me, I can certainly understand why. Scot did an excellent job in my representation. He is very skilled and I have the utmost confidence in him. During my case, he communicated well, kept me...
Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2012
Goldberg Law Firm takes forever to move cases
My personal injury case sat in his law firm for years with little or no activity. I called frequently requesting updates and wanted to know why no court date had been set. I frequently got the run-around. I began to suspect that Scott and his partner, Mr. Noone, were afraid of the other guy's atto...
Scot Dale Goldberg's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Mr. Goldberg is an attorney worthy of the highest accolades in his field. Over the past 17 years I have had the opportunity to watch his growth as a personal injury professional. I would never hesitate to highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of legal excellence in this area"
"Attorney Goldberg has a long-standing reputation as a highly respected and skilled litigator. We have worked on hundreds of matters together, and I would highly endorse his legal professionalism and personal integrity."
"Attorney Goldberg is a credit to the legal profession, and is held in extremely high regard by his clients and his fellow lawyers. I would readily recommend his services to anyone in need of an aggressive, skilled litigator."
"Scot Goldberg is one of the most well-respected lawyers in the Fort Myers area, and his litigation and negotiation skills are beyond reproach. I would gladly recommend him to anyone who has suffered an injury through the fault of another."
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Experience
Honors
2017
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2001
Selected for Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Hodges University
2009 - Present
Guardian ad Litem, Guardian ad Litem Program
2009 - Present
Attorney ad Litem, Private Attorney
2000 - Present
Partner, Goldberg, Racila, D'Alessandro & Noone, LLC
1997 - 2000
Associate Attorney, Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz
1995 - 1997
Assistant State Attorney, State Attorneys Office 20th Judicial Circuit
Associations
2015 - Present
Martindale HubbellPreeminent Rating
2014 - Present
Saluscare, Inc.Board of Directors
2011 - Present
Martindale HubbleAV Rated
2010 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
2009 - Present
Southern Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Deaf Service Center of Southwest FL Inc.Board of Directors
Lee County Bar Association
Member
Lee County Personal Injury Association
Member
The Federal Bar Association
Member
Florida Justice Association
Member
Quality of Life Association
Member, Board of Directors
Cape Coral Police Department
Union Representative
Fort Myers Coalition for Justice
In House Counsel
Cape Coral Chamber of Commerce
Member
2016 - 2017
Lee County Bar AssociationExecutive Committee Member
2009 - 2010
NAACPExecutive Board Member: In House Counsel
Sample of Legal Cases
Motorcycle Crash Fatality
$3,300,000 Jury Verdict
KEVIN R. LAVRACK and LAURA v. PEDRO E. LOPEZ and MIGDALIS LOPEZ
$27,953,357.98 Jury Verdict
Mark Collins V. Walpole and Eddie Thompson
Jury Verdict for plaintiff for $131,111.00
Kimberly Kraft v. Richard Simon
Jury Verdict $700,000.00
Bandsuch v.Werner Enterprises, Inc., and
The jury rendered a verdict of 2.95 million to the
$650,0000 – Negligent Security/ Sexual Assault (Lee County, Florida)
$650,000 Settlement
Education
1995
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
University of South Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Florida Southwestern University
The Real World Law Practice
2014
As Judges See It: Top Mistakes Attorneys Make in Civil Litigation
Moderator - Judicial Forum
2013
NBI Legal Forum
What Judges Want You To Know
2013
Legal Studies Division
What Does a Paralegal Do?
2013
Department of Legal Studies
Law Firm Management in the Real World
2008
Lee County Alliance Of Legal Professionals
Bad Faith
2007
Plaintiff's Personal Injury: Practice Tips and Application
Trial of the Plaintiff's Personal Injury Case
2003
Florida Justice Association, Insurance Bad Faith Seminar
Insurance Bad Faith Seminar
Publications
2017
2017
The Goldberg Blog
Wrongful Death: What Exactly Is It?
2003
Florida Justice Association
Insurance Bad Faith
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
If a son puts his hands on his mother, what steps do u need to take to get him arrested?
04 Jan 2015
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What is a diversion program in regards to a first offense grand theft felony?
08 Apr 2009
Q&A
Boyfriend took out a loan to buy me a car I made payments but now broke up what are my rights
29 Dec 2008
Legal Guides
Video Legal Guide
What Should I do After a Car or Motorcycle Accident?
30 May 2017
Video Legal Guide
Scot D. Goldberg: What Are Your Rights if You've Been in an Accident?
06 Jan 2016
Legal Guide
How to best handle traffic tickets in Florida
21 Feb 2009