Licensed for 32 years

State FL

Acquired 1991

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Member in Good Standing No misconduct found

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Charles Ward Telfair

Car accident Attorney at Sarasota, FL

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Car Accident

Dispute with my old apartment complex

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Practice areas

Car accident

25%

32 years
Motorcycle accident

20%

32 years
Medical malpractice

10%

32 years
Personal injury

10%

32 years
Wrongful death

10%

32 years
Defective and dangerous products

5%

32 years
Insurance

5%

31 years
Nursing home abuse and neglect

5%

29 years
Slip and fall accident

5%

32 years
Mediation

2%

32 years
Brain injury

1%

32 years
Spinal cord injury

1%

32 years
Trucking accident

1%

32 years

COMMITTED TO PROTECTING THE RIGHTS OF INJURY VICTIMS AND THEIR FAMILIES, WITH RESPECT AND COMPASSION

My name is Charles Telfair and I’m a personal injury trial lawyer. I started my legal career 28 years ago at one of the largest law firms in the country, Holland & Knight. There I represented major corporations, including Tropicana, Pepsi, Textron, Stanley Bostitch and many others.

After I left Holland & Knight, I represented a personal injury victim here and there. Through those cases, I realized my true passion was helping victims navigate through their injury claims. It was a very rewarding experience for me. About 15 years ago, I shifted my practice to personal injury. That is what I have focused on ever since.

I pride myself on personal service. Many of my clients are my friends. I know them and every aspect of their claim. When you call my office, you speak with me.

I focus on your claim. You focus on your recovery.

Awards

Client's Choice

2018

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Lutz, Bobo & Telfair, PA

(425) 406-3358 Office

(425) 406-3358 Mobile

2 N Tamiami Trl Ste 500

Sarasota, FL, 34236-5575

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Lutz, Bobo & Telfair, PA

(425) 406-3358 Office

(425) 406-3358 Mobile

(425) 406-3358 Office

1201 6th Ave. W.

Suite 109

Bradenton, FL, 34205

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Lutz, Bobo & Telfair, PA

(425) 406-3358 Mobile

(425) 406-3358 Office

309 Tamiami Trail

Suite 2

Punta Gorda, FL, 33950

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5.0 / 5.0

6 customer reviews

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Client's Choice

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Posted by T | October 8, 2018

Car Accident

Mr. Telfair was great in resolving my case. I felt like he and his staff actually cared about my best interest.

Posted by Ana | September 20, 2018

Dispute with my old apartment complex

Charles Telfair is a great lawyer and wonderful person. My husband and I had a rather costly dispute with our old apartment complex, and needed a good lawyer. We received a reference for Charles and he took our case and resolved it in a very short period of time. We will definitely be using his services in our future legal issues!

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Posted by Luis | May 3, 2018

Best representation

I’ve hired Charlie’s services a few times and every single time he has represented me the best way possible. From beginning to end, he head walked me through the process, has informed me of the different options and has adviced me of the best path to follow. Charlie always goes above and beyond and he clearly showed it with the two accidents I had and also his firm represented me for a commercial transaction, everything very successful

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Posted by Joel Desguin | February 19, 2018

Very helpful!!

Charles was very helpful with questions that I had. He was straightforward and explained things in a professional manner. I will definitely use him for consultation again!!

Posted by Donna | February 17, 2018

Highly effective, extremely informative!

Charles Telfair is a wealth of knowledge, not only does he give you the overall information, but he goes into detail in ways that can help you make a decision. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney, he is professional, educated and will make you feel extremely comfortable from beginning to end. He explained the issue clearly, gave multiple scenarios revolving around our situation, and provided us with what we needed to make the right decision. We would definitely consult with him again

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Posted by Theresa Simone | February 16, 2018

Helpful information

Charles Telfair gave me legal advice over the phone which was very informative

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Partner
Lutz, Bobo & Telfair, P.A.
1992 - Present

Associate
Holland & Knight
1989 - 1992

Education

Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990

University of Tampa
BS - Bachelor of Science
1987

Associations

Manatee County Bar Association
President
2019 - Present

Manatee County Bar Association
Member
2016 - Present

Bay City Ballers
Coach and Board Member
2000 - Present

Sarasota Sundevils Pop Warner Football
Coach and Board Member
1998 - Present

Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee, 12th Judicial Circuit
Member
1997 - Present

Florida Board of Bar Examiners
Trustee Grader
1995 - Present

Sarasota County Bar Association
Member
1992 - Present

The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Member
1991 - Present

Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers
Member
1991 - Present

Florida Bar
Member
1991 - Present

American Bar Association
1991 - Present

Florida Justice Association
Member
N/A

Manatee Chapter of the Inns of Court
N/A

Manatee County Bar Association
President-Elect
2018 - 2019

Manatee County Bar Association
Treasurer
2017 - 2018

Sarasota County Teen Court Program
Member
1993 - 1997

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Languages Spoken

Spanish

Honors and Awards

Top Lawyer
Avvo
2019

Client Champion - Silver
Martindale-Hubbell®
2019

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell®
2019

America's Most Honored Professionals - Top 1%
America's Most Honored
2019

America's Most Honored Professionals
America's Most Honored
2018

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell®
2018

Top Lawyer
Avvo
2018

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2017

AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2016

BV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2013

BV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2012

BV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2011

BV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2010

BV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2009

BV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2008

BV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2007

BV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2006

BV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2005

BV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2004

BV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2003

BV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2002

BV Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
2001

Stanley Milledge Award
Stetson University College of Law
1990

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Publications

Manatee County Bar Association
Volunteerism and our Manatee Bar
2016

Speaking Engagements

Paralegal Studies Course
Paralegal Studies
2010

Attorney endorsements

Received (7)

Given (4)

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Jack Merritt

Personal injury Attorney | Oct 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charles Telfair is an outstanding lawyer. He has in depth knowledge in personal injury matters of all types and quickly evaluates matters, including but not limited to auto and/or motorcycle accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home cases, closed head injury cases, wrongful death, and more."

Peter Aiken

Personal injury Attorney | Mar 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen the results of Mr. Telfair's work in personal injury cases, a motorcycle one, in particular. He obtained a spectacular result for an injured rider where I thought it was impossible. Here in Sarasota he and his partner are first rate PI lawyers."

Marc Soss

Personal injury Attorney | Nov 21
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse this lawyer as a personal injury attorney."

Todd Kaplan

Personal injury Attorney | Apr 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Charles is a very well respected attorney in a very reputable firm. He is known to be a strong advocate on behalf of his clients."

Michael Morgan

Medical malpractice Attorney | Dec 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have a busy personal injury practice in Sarasota. Occasionally I will encounter clients in need of medical malpractice help. I refer all such clients to Charles Telfair. Charlie is an experienced attorney with a deep knowledge of personal injury and medical malpractice cases. I have personally experienced his interaction with clients that I have referred to him and have first hand knowledge of his professionalism and expertise."

Kurt Lee

Personal injury Attorney | Feb 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Charles is an excellent and caring attorney who successfully represents injured people. I have known Charles for more than a decade and am pleased to commend him to those who need a fighter to help them resolve complex and difficult legal matters."