Chad Christopher Hastings

Chad Christopher Hastings

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Car accident Lawyer at Stuart, FL
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Brain Injury ... +2 more

The Geary Law Building, 27 SE Ocean Blvd, Stuart, FL

About Chad

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 50%

Car accidents, motorcyle accidents and any accident involving motor vehicles.

50%
Personal Injury 29%

Premises liability, slips and falls and accidents involving injuries.

15 years

29%
Insurance 5%

This includes declaratory actions and actions involving an insurance companies failure to pay benefits from an insurance policy.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 23 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2002

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 24 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2001

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC

The Geary Law Building, 27 SE Ocean Blvd, Stuart, FL, 34994

Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC

420 Columbia Drive, Suite 110, West Palm Beach, FL, 33409

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Chad Christopher Hastings's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (7)
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Posted by Chris Boutchie | June 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Review for Attorney Hastings

I had gotten into a car accident while in the back of a Uber and had to have 4 surgeries. Mr. Hastings took my cases and help me thru the whole case. He answered all my calls personally and help me thru over 2 years with this case. He answered ever question I had and explained the process. In the ...end I received over $750,000 If u get into an accident I recommend Mr Hastings

Posted by Wesley | September 2, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional caring attorney

Working with Chad Hastings at Lesser, Lesser, Landy and Smith was a positive and smart decision for me. When I got hurt on the job I knew very little about the insurance and workers compensation insurance industry. Fortunately for me, Chad and the entire firm do know about all these matters. Chad hel...ped me make the right decisions for me by being courteous, helpful, knowledgeable, and caring. He explained the many things that I did not understand. He was always very responsive during the whole process. I appreciate Chad and and everyone at the firm for all their hard work. I highly recommend Chad Hastings and Lesser, Lesser, Landy and Smith to anyone who needs assistance with an injury of any kind.

Posted by Danuta Rothschild | January 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you!

Thank you very much to Chad Hastings for handling my case. Mr. Hastings is a professional, knowledgeable and considerate personal injury attorney. He is very honest and personable, and I felt comfortable and stress free during the entire process. I will highly recommend Mr. Hastings to all my friends... and family.

Posted by PaulGreenwood | August 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney, Great Service, Quick and Efficient!

Chad was excellent. I had a personal injury case(auto accident) that was originally with another attorney. That attorney wasted two years before telling me that he could do nothing for me. Original attorney didn't even bother looking at my auto insurance policy to see my coverages. I went to Chad fo...r a second opinion. Chad said he could get me some compensation, and probably quickly. Within two months or so, Chad had successfully resolved this case and gotten me compensation. I cannot say enough good things about Chad. He was very efficient, got things done quickly, and was a nice guy to boot! Thanks Chad for everything!

Posted by Amy | September 12, 2014

Ever need a successful hand holding Attorney that cares?

I was a nervous wreck after my accident. I was T-boned at an intersection where a young girl ran a red light. She was looking down as she did so. I can only assume she was texting. I went to the Hospital by Ambulance with severe back pain, knee pain, head tingling, etc. When I was released I called ...Mr. Chad Hastings with Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith. When he came to the phone, I was rattling things off and he said. 'excuse me, but just take a deep breath'. He asked questions like; are you hurt? Are you OK? Are you in a safe place? Do you need anything that I can get you? And on and on with such a wonderful personal caring tone. After we got beyond that, we started discussing the accident. After that he suggested let's meet and get eveything written down, also he suggested I write down evey little thing that came to me as I remembered. As time went by and as he worked hard on my case still hand holding we were both very pleased with the outcome. If and when you need someone for Legal representation, Chad Hastings would be by far the Attorney I will be calling on next!

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Chad Christopher Hastings's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Gordon

Car accident lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Linda Capobianco

Unknown lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chad Hastings is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession."

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David Steinfeld

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chad is aggressive. He aggressively represents his clients and doesn't stop advocating for them until they are satisfied. He has commented that personal injury isn't about settling cases, it is about helping and guiding people in need through a maze with which they are unfamilar. Chad isn't your average personal injury lawyer. The respect he earns from his peers and his opposition translates into better results for his clients. He is well above the average personal injury lawyer."

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Nina Ferraro

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of knowing Chad as an attorney in this community for several years and am proud to endorse him!"

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Russell Ferraro

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chad is extremely knowledgeable with regard to the issues in personal injury matters. He has strong work ethic and is empathetic to his clients' circumstances. I highly recommend Chad."

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Arthur Brandt

Car accident lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chad has received excellent settlements for his clients. His clients have spoken highly about him and his work product."

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Joseph Gufford

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rodney Romano

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Chad has appeared before me many times for mediations over the years, and he is a well prepared, professional and skilled trial advocate. He is well respected by his opponents,a hallmark of a true professional. He is also a leader in the legal community and the Martin County Bar Association."

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Jeffrey Gordon

Personal injury lawyer

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Jeffrey Friedman

Workers compensation lawyer

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Jeffery Dickerson

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

The Hastings Award - Dedication To The Pursuit Of Justice, Treasure Coast Justice Association

2014

Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2014

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Member since 2009, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2011

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Employee Pillar of Character, United Way Character Counts

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC

2007 - 2014

Associate Attorney, Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith PLLC

Associations

2012 - Present

Martin County Bar Association

Secretary

2012 - Present

Whole Child Connection Martin County

Vice Chair and Board Member

2010 - Present

United Way of Martin County

Board Member

2009 - Present

Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Member

2009 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida

Member

2008 - Present

Justice Major B. Harding American Inn of Court

Member

2007 - Present

Palm Beach County Justice Association

Member

2007 - Present

Florida Justice Association

Member

2002 - Present

Florida Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

Georgia Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2016

Martin County Bar Association

President

2013 - 2014

Martin County Bar Association

Treasurer

2013 - 2014

Treasure Coast Justice Association

President

2010 - 2012

Martin County Bar Association

Social Chairman

2009 - 2011

Martin County Bar Association

Trial Lawyers Committee Chairman

Education

2001

Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law

Juris Doctorate

Speaking Engagements

2009

Building Your Civil Trial Skills

How to Avoid Common Ethical Pitfalls

Languages

English

Activity

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