$ 600-600 per hour
About Scott
Biography
After 40+ years practicing Employment & Labor Law in federal court in Jacksonville, our practice is now limited to providing legal advice, guidance, and counseling to medical doctors, C-Suite officers, and other high-level professionals.
You can complete an online intake form on our website (provided above, in our profile). I designed the intake form so that I can quickly determine the nature of your legal situation. After reviewing it within one business day of receipt, our office will contact you and offer to schedule a virtual appointment to discuss your situation.
You will be told the fee in advance of our appointment, based on the facts of your particular situation.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Employment and Labor
100%
44 years | 1,500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
40%-45%
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 44 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1982
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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Employment & Labor
Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Employment Contract Issues
Scott provided excellent guidance to secure a reasonable settlement. He is highly experienced in employment law, is honest, and possesses great negotiation skills. I would recommend Scott to anyone in a similar situation.
Posted by Linda | July 29, 2014
My Review of Scott
Absolutely a great attorney. Keeps you informed every step of way, loves to have you involved in the details if you so choose, is honest and trustworthy! I would highly recommend Scott to anyone needing an employment attorney!
Posted by David | July 29, 2014
Client evaluation
Mr. Fortune is knowledge in Labor Law and was most adroit in dealing with the twist and turns legal actions bring. He is easy to speak with and expains complicated case law in understandable language.
Posted by Linda | July 31, 2012
Outstanding Employment Lawyer!
I had the pleasure to work with Scott and his staff over a three year period. He was extremely knowledgeable and wonderful to work with. We reviewed a lot of details for the case and he and his staff kept me involved and informed every step of the way! Outstanding! I would recommend Scott to anyo...
Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2009
George Williams, former client
Scott represented me in a very lengthy discrimination case a few years back. A friend recommended Scott and I am thankful I took their advice. If I was ever in need of any legal counsel involving labor law, Scott is the lawyer I want representing me. He is one I would describe as “ the best of the...
Scott Thomas Fortune's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."
"I endorse Scott. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Scott for many years and have always respected his abilities and commitment to high standards and ethical practice of law. I would have no hesitation in giving him the most glowing of endorsements."
"Scott Fortune is a skille plaintiff's employment lawyer. He is smart, he works hard, and he is an experienced trial lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have had the pleasure of reviewing Scott's work following a successful trial in a very difficult discrimination case. I served as the attorney reviewing the amount of his fees in that case. I was very impressed by his thoroughness and diligence. He is known as one of our community's best trial lawyers, and he deserves that reputation."
"Scott is an outstanding advocate for his clients and is among the top of his field in Florida"
Erin Tucker
Employment and labor lawyer
Michael Lockamy
Litigation lawyer
Kimberly Gossett
Litigation lawyer
Ardian Gjoka
Employment and labor lawyer
David Sacks
Employment and labor lawyer
Scott Cairns
Employment and labor lawyer
Richard Margulies
Employment and labor lawyer
Thomas Delegal
Employment and labor lawyer
Experience
Honors
2009
Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law, The Florida Bar
2002
AV Rating, Martindale Hubbell
Work Experience
1985 - Present
President, Fortune Law Offices, P.A.
Associations
2014 - Present
Jacksonville Bar AssociationChair, Litigation Committee
2013 - Present
Jacksonville Bar AssociationChair, Labor & Employment Committee
1993 - Present
National Institute for Trial AdvocacyFlorida Deposition Program Faculty Member
1991 - Present
Florida BarLabor and Employment Section Member
1985 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
1985 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
ABC v AC
$1 million recovered by Plaintiff
RN v. Citigroup, Inc.
Total of $4.2 million awarded to Mr. N.
Williams v. Jacksonville
Retroactive Promotions and compensation
Vance v. So. Bell
$3.5 million jury verdict
Education
1981
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
University of Florida
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2008
Florida Deposition Program
Taking and Defending Depositions
Publications
N/A
Florida Automobile Insurance Law Manual
Unfair Claims Practices and Bad Faith
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my employer pay me less because I'm younger?
23 Jun 2018
Q&A
My Lawyer is not agreeing to his/my contract settlement of 33.33%. And will not explain or give me any details ?
22 Jun 2018
Q&A
I work for Publix in Florida. I stole a few fountain drinks on the clock months ago. Can I get fired?
27 Aug 2012