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Biography
Lawrence Larry McGuinness is the founding partner of McGuinness & Gonzalez, P.A. He graduated magna cum laude from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas with a dual major in Accounting and Finance. After a brief stint on Wall-Street, he attended University of Florida College of Law, where he graduated with honors in 1989. After working for the largest employment law firm in America for a few years, he opened his own law firm where he has been representing employees and employers ever since.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
40%
37 years | 6,700 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-500 per hour
Contingency
30%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 36 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1989
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2018
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Posted by Michelle | September 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Larry & Juliana Rock!
Larry and Julianna really helped me through a difficult situation with my former employer. They walked me through everything and provided tremendous service. Larry met with me and made me feel comfortable the entire time . I absolutely recommend both Larry & Julianna thank you both for your help and...
Posted by Juan Gonzalez | July 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Amazing Result!
Hired Mr. McGuinness to help me. He got my unpaid wages from my employer. I got everything that I was owed and more. Amazing Lawyer!!!
Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Great attorney
Larry muddled through a very difficult lawsuit with a former employer. After almost 3 years he managed to get a fair and reasonable resolution. Thanks Larry and Juliana for sticking this one out !!!
Posted by Dayana | November 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Excellent attorney.
I hired Mr. Mcguinnes to represent me in a labor law claim against my former employer, he's very helpful and informative. I will definitely recommend to anyone, and will definitely hire again if I need to.
Larry Joseph Mcguinness's Lawyer Endorsements
"Larry is an extremely knowledgeable and passionate attorney. If your ever in need of an employment attorney, Larry is your guy!"
"Larry is an extremely intelligent and creative attorney. Through his years of practice, he has perfected the ability to advocate effectively for clients whether they are plaintiffs or defendants."
"Larry is the counsel that you want on YOUR side in any employment matter (as a representative or co-counsel). He’s experienced, strategic and aggressive. I’ve had the pleasure of hearing Larry talk eloquently about his practice and his cases; his expertise in and commitment to employment law are immediately apparent."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2018.
Suspension issued in FL, 2018
updated on 11/15/2018Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Owner, McGuinness & Gonzalez
Education
1989
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
Southern Methodist University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can an employer make you wear one specific shoe?
12 Dec 2016
Q&A
What happens if my mediation was canceled one day before the actual conference?
01 Dec 2016
Q&A
Can I sue an employer if a co-worker pulled a knife on me in Florida? Also, is it a retaliatory act when you get fired?
01 Dec 2016