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Phares Matthews Heindl
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Biography
Phares is a graduate of the University of Florida School of Law and Mississippi State University, where he received a BS degree in Chemical Engineering. Mr. Heindl has been certified by the Florida Bar as a specialist in Civil Trial law since 1992 and has over twenty five years of experience conducting civil trials and appeals, having won many difficult cases at both the trial and the appellate levels. Mr. Heindl was elected to Tau Beta Pi, The Engineering Honor Society while at Mississippi State University and after graduation was for several years a chemical engineer with a major chemical company. Mr. Heindl is also a registered patent attorney and one of a few Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyers who is also registered as a patent attorney by the United States Patent and Trademark Office.. In numerous trials, Mr. Heindl has demonstrated a dramatic flair and a unique understanding of the thematic and theatrical aspects of jury persuasion. Indeed, apart from the practice of trial law, Mr. Heindl has appeared in a number community theater stage productions.
When he is not preparing for trial he likes to be outdoors with his sea kayak. He stays in shape, ready by kayak racing and has participated in 20 mile kayak races that include former olympic gold medalist.
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Licensed in Mississippi for 7 years
State: Mississippi
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 44 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 43 years
State: California
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
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Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2013 | Contracts & Agreements
Excellent Lawyer
In a contract, patent and partnership matter I was being sued and my attorney not only successfully defended me but counter-sued and won a settlement on my behalf.
Posted by Rachel | October 17, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
I Highly Recommend This Brilliant Attorney
Phares Heindl is the best attorney I have ever hired. He took control of my case and I felt very comfortable letting him be in the driver's seat. He demonstrated knowledge and brilliance throughout our time together. I have used his services a couple of other times for different types of civil mat...
Phares Matthews Heindl's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked alongside Phares in personal injury litigation cases since 2010. During those times, he has been very knowledgable and experienced in all phases of litigation. He has also helped me attain excellent results and always been ethical and considerate of client needs and feelings."
"Phares possesses many fine qualities as an individual and as a lawyer. Three of Phares' finest qualities as a lawyer include, his client relationship skills, his knowledge of the law, and his courtroom demeanor. Phares goes the extra distance to obtain justice for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Phares is a top notch attorney in the personal injury field. He is one of a few attorneys who actually knows how to fight for a client in Court, if necessary. He is a tough litigator. He is one of the premiere attorneys on the southwest coast."
"I have known Phares Heindl for several decades, and have even lectured with him regarding personal injury matters. He is a very thoughtful, perceptive individual who always puts the interests of his clients first. I would want Mr. Heindle to represent me if I was in an accident."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Who's Who in American law, marquis Who's Who in American Law
2016
Peer Review AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Litigation Counsel of America — Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
2005
Marquis Who's Who in America, marquis Who's Who in American Law
2003
Program Chair Recognition, Volie A. Williams, Jr., Inn of Court;
1997
Past President of Trial Lawyers Section, Seminole County Bar Association
1991
Board Certified Civil Trial Law, Florida Bar Association
Work Experience
1982 - 1984
Attorney, Haight Dickson Brown & Bonesteel
Associations
2011 - Present
American Inns of CourtThomas S. Biggs Inns of Court
2009 - Present
United States Patent and Trademark OfficeRegistered Patent Attorney
Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Member
Florida Justice Association
Member
Collier County Bar Association
2015 - 2017
Marco Island Paddlers Association Inc.President
1999 - 2001
Friends Of the Wekiva River Inc.President
1997 - 1998
Seminole County Bar Association, Civil Trial Lawyers SectionPresident
1996 - 1997
Christian Legal SocietyFounding President of Orlando, Florida Chapter
Sample of Legal Cases
ELEANOR EADS v. ABERTHAW CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
$596,383.89 for Plaintiff
Peters v. Seminole County School Board
$266,000.00 Verdict, Defense offer $40,000.00
List v. Beatty
Tried in 1986 - $110,000.00 verdict for Plaintiff
HAWLEY-SMITH vs. Simon Property Group
Bifurcated Trial - net recovery $ 444,546.37
Freeman v. Dix Construction Company, Inc.
$589,685.00 verdict for the Plaintiff
January v. State Farm Mutual Insurance Company
Appellate victory for Plaintiff - Insurance
Education
1981
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1972
Mississippi State University
BSCHE
Speaking Engagements
2012
Thomas S. Biggs American Inn of Court
Peer Review Process for 20th Judicial Circuit of Florida
2011
Thomas S. Biggs American Inn of Court
Fine Art of Witness Presentation
2011
Renaissance Symposium II
A Trial lawyers lessons from Sea Kayaking
2011
Amerian Canoe Association Instructor Training Class
Liabilties Associated with Sea Kayaking
2006
Workhorse Seminar
Mold litigation
2000
Senate Committee on Natural Resources
Wekiva River - Wild and Scenic
2000
Annual Banquet - Friends of Wekiva River
State of the Wekiva - Keynote Address
1999
Annual Banquet - Friends of Wekiva River
State of the Wekia - Keynote Address
1997
Trial Lawyers Section Meeting
How to win the difficult case!
1996
Trial Lawyers Section Meeting
Trial Procedure - Voir Dire and Jury Selection
1996
People's Law School
Personal Injury
1995
People's Law School
Products Liability
1994
Seminar on First Amendment Law
First Amendment Issues
1994
People's Law School
Products Liability
1994
Monthly meeeting
The moral law and society
1993
People's Law School
Products Liability
Publications
2000
Newsletter - Friends of Wekiva River Inc.
WEKIVA HEADED FOR FEDERAL WILD & SCENIC APPROVAL
1999
Friends of Wekiva River
On Seeing and Saving the Florida Black Bear
Languages
English
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18 Aug 2016
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Will any lawyer take a civil car accident case on a contingency plan based on fl statute 57.105
15 Aug 2016