Scott M. Bonavita

Scott M. Bonavita

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 23 years

Personal injury Lawyer Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Insurance, Litigation

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 65%

Automobile Accidents; Motorcycle Accidents; Boating Accidents; Trucking Accidents; Slip/Trip and Fall; Wrongful Death; Injury Due to a Defective Product; Medical Malpractice.

24 years

65%
Insurance 25%

Homeowners Insurance Claims; Fire; Water Damage and Mold; Storm Damage; Bad Faith.

24 years

25%
Litigation 10%

Breach of Contract; Employment Disputes; Business Dissolution; Interference with Business Relationships; Disputes Over Non-Compete Clauses; Breach of Fiduciary Duty; Franchise Issues; Shareholder Issues; Partnership Disputes; Debt Collection.

24 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 275-350 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 4 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2021

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 23 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2002

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

No contact information is available for this lawyer

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Scott M. Bonavita's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Highly Recommended

Scott Bonavita not only drafted my will, but also walked me through the process to make sure that I delegated decisions and possessions properly. He is extremely trustworthy and was a pleasure to work with. I will most definitely contact him for future legal services and highly recommend him to frien...ds and family!

Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2011 | Construction & Development

Highly Recommend This Attorney

Scott has handled all items we have given him with the utmost importance and speed. He has handled construction contract disputes, debt collection and other related issues for our company. We love that he gets back to you with results and responds promptly. He has resolved several longstanding issue...s for our company and that is money in the bank.

Posted by penny | May 10, 2011 | Insurance

positive and competent

We have a physcian practice and have retained Scott to address various aspects of the management. His vast knowledge of the Insurance industry is a tremendous asset to our billing and reimbursemt. Scott has an insiders view of the methods used by a large number of insurance companies and this is... reflected in our productivity. Very pleased.

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Scott M. Bonavita's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alan Holt

Unknown lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Scott for over 20 years. Professional, knowledgeable, and a skillful attorney. Well respected in his community and by his peers. I endorse this lawyer."

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Craig Panter

Litigation lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have really enjoyed working with Scott on a commercial lawsuit. He has been very helpful, professional and readily available. I highly recommend him."

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Alicia Lopez

Insurance lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is a highly skilled professional with an excellent reputation for providing quality legal services with compassion for his clients, expertise in the practice of law, and mutual respect among his peers in the legal community."

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Nelson Guerra

Mediation lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Scott and I worked together at aa prior law firm. Scott is very detail oriented, and has a great ability to interact with people. This trait makes him a wonderful choice to help your clients get to "yes". I endorse Scott Bonavita."

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Oliver Ruiz

Unknown lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Other

"I have known Scott Bonavita since law school, and viewed him as a person with integrity, who took on challenges with a skilled, practical, and personable approach."

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Andrew Eckhoff

Insurance lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Scott on multiple occasions, representing adverse clients. He has always put his clients' interests above his own, and has shown unquestionable professionalism."

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Steven Ganim

Unknown lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is a personable, honest and experienced professional. I would confidently recommend him to friends or family in need of legal or mediation services."

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Jonas Kushner

Unknown lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Adam Lewis

Unknown lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked with Scott for several years and found him to be the consummate professional. He handled cases promptly and professionally and assisted the younger attorneys he was assigned to oversee. I would recommend Scott to my family and friends if they had an issue."

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Kim Cunzo

Unknown lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott and I attended law school together. Scott was well-respected by our professors and peers. I remember Scott as a very intelligent individual who was always prepared. His arguments were passionate and always professional and respectful."

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Martin Champagne

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I previously practiced law with Scott at a law firm in Tampa. He has a well deserved reputation in the legal community for practicing with integrity, professionalism and competence. He is respected for his legal acumen as well as his commitment and loyalty to his clients and their causes."

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William Burke

Unknown lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In working with Scott, I found him to be hard working, fair and determined. Scott has a firm grasp of the law and is sensitive to his client's needs. I learned a lot while working with Scott and find it easy to endorse him."

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Charles Gallagher

Insurance lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Simply put, Scott is a first rate litigator. I had occasion to learn of his talents in connection with an insurance litigation matter a few years back where he represented an insurer being sued by our insured. He was both a very fair opponent while being skilled at representing his client. I found him to be hard working, very bright and a pleasure to work with. Without hesitation I endorse Scott."

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Craig Panter

Litigation lawyer

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Alan Holt

Unknown lawyer

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Alicia Lopez

Unknown lawyer

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Andrew Eckhoff

Unknown lawyer

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Steven Ganim

Estate planning lawyer

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Adam Lewis

Unknown lawyer

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Jonas Kushner

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Martin Champagne

Personal injury lawyer

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Thomas Glenz

Insurance lawyer

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Charles Gallagher

Unknown lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Certified Circuit Civil Court Mediator, Supreme Court of Florida

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, Bonavita Law Firm

2008 - 2012

Attorney, Groelle & Salmon, PA

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Battaglia, Ross, Dicus & Wein, P.A

2005 - 2006

Attorney, Haas, Lewis, Di Fiore & Amos, PA

2002 - 2020

Member, Florida Academy of Professional Mediators

2002 - 2005

Assistant State Attorney, Office Of The State Attorney

Associations

Florida Bar

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Hillsborough County Bar Association

Member

1995 - 2004

Florida Entertainment and Sports Law Society

President

Sample of Legal Cases

John Q.

$500,000 settlement

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Education

2001

St Thomas University

MS - Master of Science -Sports Administration

2001

St. Thomas University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

University of South Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts -Psychology

Speaking Engagements

2009

Groelle & Salmon In-House Adjuster Training Seminar

Bad Faith Actions Against Insurers

Publications

2014

Tampa Tribune Early Mediation Can Avert Costly Lawsuits

Languages

English

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