Catherine Douglas Gemma
About Catherine
Biography
Member of the Board of Directors of the Friends of the Venice Library. Former member of the Board of Directors and former Treasurer of the Virginia B. Andes Community Clinic.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
12 years
12 years
12 years
12 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
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Licensed in Florida for 25 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Licensed in Rhode Island for 32 years
State: Rhode Island
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 39 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
Catherine Gemma, LLC
244 Tamiami Trl S, Venice, FL, 34285-2419
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Catherine Douglas Gemma's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
11 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews
Posted by Bonnie | October 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Personal Injury Litigation
Ms. Gemma has been a pleasure to work with throughout the full process. I found her to be compassionate, competent, honest, and fair. I highly recommend her services.
Posted by David | September 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Helped me greatly!
When I was hit by a car on my bicycle Catherine obtained a settlement for the full policy limit of the insurance company for the individual who hit me. She is very professional, honest and diligent. I recommend her highly!
Posted by Kate | September 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Personal Injury
Highly recommend!! Very knowledgeable of the ins and outs of her field. A fierce advocate, yet patient counselor, Catherine lead me thru the process in a way that made me fell comfortable while knowing that my best interests were being served. Catherine's greatest strength is her ability to differe...
Posted by Annette | October 02, 2014
Chemical Injury
I consulted Ms. Gemma on a chemical accident that my son had. The incident was terrifying to me as a parent. Her knowledge and professionalism, atop her caring personality, made me feel at ease. I knew I was in the best of hands. Thanks so very much!
Posted by Kati | October 01, 2014
Intergrity
I appreciate the honesty and genuineness that Catherine exudes. I feel confident that she will always put her best foot forward in caring for her clients.
Catherine Douglas Gemma's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of knowing Cathy for several years and have referred cases to her with absolute confidence."
"There is no finer trial attorney than Cathy Gemma. She is smart, personable and exceedingly skilled in the courtroom. I endorse her without reservation."
"I endorse Catherine Gemma. Catherine is a knowledgeable and well respected lawyer who cares about her clients. Catherine is someone who you could be confident referring cases to."
Business lawyer
Probate lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2009
Board Certification Civil Trial, Florida Supreme Court
2006
Certified Circuit Civil Mediator, Florida Supreme Court
2006
Qualified Arbitrator, Florida Supreme Court
1996
Distinguished Service Award, Stonehill College Alumni
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Catherine Gemma LLC
2001 - 2012
Shareholder, Wilkins Frohlich PA
1986 - 2001
Partner, Wynn & Wynn, PC
Associations
2014 - 2015
Sarasota/Bradenton ABOTAPresident
2007 - 2008
Sarasota County Bar AssociationJudicial Evaluation Committee
2007 - 2008
Twelfth Judicial CircuitPeer Review Council
2006 - 2007
Venice-Englewood Bar AssociationPresident
Education
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
1995
"Sick" Buildings
1992
Deposition Skills
1992
Trial Skills
1991
Deposition Skills
Publications
2010
1995
1992
Languages
English