Terri Fay Cromley

Terri Fay Cromley

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

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Reason: Not Practicing

About Terri

Biography

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

10%-20%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 28 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1997

Member in Good Standing

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Terri Fay Cromley's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

50 Client Reviews

Posted by Christine | October 25, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Knowledgable, Professional, Ethical and Caring

I came to know and respect Terri Cromley as an opposing counsel. I had and have respect for the way she knew the law, was highly professional, and advocated tirelessly for her clients. Because of that first hand experience with Terri Cromley, I refer cases to her regularly and have her on speed dia...l to ask her for advice on matters involving SSDI and workers compensation.

Posted by Lisa | October 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Worker’s Compensation Attorney

Terri took on a tough case with a life altering, and devastating injury. I am a lawyer who does not practice in this area of law. My Husband hired Terri when he had a work injury (falling off of a ladder while installing OSHA safety equipment of all things) he was off his feet for 12 weeks while th...e doctor’s reconstructed his leg. These injuries will last a lifetime and mean limping, pain and future surgeries. It looks like an erector set from childhood holding all those bones together. Terri and her firm kept us informed, and advised of his rights. She championed his case even through the covid lockdown and the corresponding slow down in the courts. When it came to the two mediations it took to get this case settled, Terri made sure to cover all the legal bases and tell us his rights. It was a blessing to have her on Rob’s side.

Posted by Lori | October 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Top referral for Social Security & Workers Comp

Whenever anyone asks me for a referral for Social Security or Workers compensation cases, I send them to Terri. She's smart, efficient and really knows the law. When I have questions about these areas, Terri's the person I call. Most importantly, she cares about her clients and always works hard fo...r them. If I could give her more than 5 stars, I would.

Posted by Scott | April 8, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Terrible Terrible

I notice her reviews are very speratic and have 5 stars.Her last review was in 2020. Sounds fishy to me I wish more people would review her after hiring her. I’m sure it wouldn’t be 5 stars. Do your research before hiring this firm. Terry Cromley and her Assistant Jane never return calls. I’ve ev...en communicated with Mr Miesner……. not getting anywhere. All he talked about was how great his firm was. These people believe in quantity not quality (ambulance Chasers) When I confronted Jane about why no return phone calls she was either out sick or said she was very busy I confronted Terry Cromley about the communication…She said …I’ve talked to you plenty of times. Which is a silly comment. I can count on my cell phone 4 times in 10 months.Something else that is really sad. I had open heart surgery during the time of the workman’s comp case and she said they firm called to see how I was doing. Well nobody called …She even said she sent a card…. I never received a get well card from that firm. Do your research before hiring anybody from this firm (ambulance chasers) Most of her 5 star reviews are not recent which put up a flag. I wish more people would comment about herservices

Posted by Sid | October 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great job

My attorney Terry Cromley did a fantastic job and I would recommend her to anyone needing representation.

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Terri Fay Cromley's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sherry Ellis

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Terri for 15 years and have the upmost respect for her professionalism and caring attitude toward her clients."

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Christina Adkins

Unknown lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Terri Cromley, Esq. without hesitation. Terri Cromley is a strong advocate for all her clients. She works tirelessly to help her clients achieve the best resolution possible. Not only does she work hard to help her clients but also for her community. I do not think I have ever met another person who is as involved with community organizations as Terri Cromley. Whenever there is a need she is on the fundraising committee and ready to throw an event to raise money for various charities. I have personally worked on the Manatee County chapter of Florida Association for Women Lawyers fundraising committee for approximately five years and she has planned events ranging from a golf tournament to a poker night to a Kentucky Derby party to drag queen bingo to a chili cook-off and boating for backpacks. Her ideas and inventiveness are endless just as her willingness to advocate for her clients."

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Mitchell Feldman

Workers compensation lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She works well with her clients and obtains great results."

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Eddie Stephens

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Terri is the best social security lawyer I know!"

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Ingram

Workers compensation lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Terri always does a great job for her clients."

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Bryce Fetter

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Deborah Moss

Workers compensation lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Terri is a fantastic advocate for diabled and injured workers. She is very experienced and knowledgeable in both the worker's compensation system and social security. She understands how to work within these forums to get the best results for her clients. Frankly, these systems are designed to deny benefits.She works hard and it shows. I endorse this lawyer."

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Ricardo Rivera

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"Terri Cromley is an attorney of the highest ethical and moral standards working at the offices of Carlson, Meissner, Hart & Hayslett. She is an excellent attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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James Jenkins

Workers compensation lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Terri knows the "ins and outs" of Worker's Compensation and as a result is a very zealous and effective advocate for those who are injured while at work. If anyone is injured at work she should be the first person called."

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James Hayslett

Workers compensation lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Terri is extremely well prepared, client driven, and considered an expert in the fields of Worker's Compensation and Social Security law. Clients will drive for miles in order to have Terri represent them. She is a high profile, hardcharging, and well-respected lawyer in the community."

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Edward Carlson

Workers compensation lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Terri is one of the partners of this firm who I have had the privilege to work with. She manages the Bradenton office and is a great advocate for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Casey Carlson

Workers compensation lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Terri is an attorney of the highest moral and ethical standards who I have been privileged to work with. I endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Hewetson

Workers compensation lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Terri is an experienced, knowledgeable, well respected attorney. She is a zealous advocate for her client's causes whether they be workmans' compensation or social security. I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Meissner

Workers compensation lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"Terri Cromley is a partner at the law firm of Carlson, Meissner, Hart & Hayslett located at the Bradenton office. She is an attorney of the highest moral and ethical standards fighting for her clients in the areas of workers' compensation and social security disability. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Frey

Workers compensation lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer"

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Jason Fox

Workers compensation lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Donaldson

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Smart, Honest and a pitbull in the courtroom. Terri has it all!!"

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Colleen Glenn

Unknown lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have referred clients to Ms. Cromley and have been very pleased with the outcomes. Ms. Cromley is professional, treats her clients with respect, and works diligently to obtain the most favorable outcomes for her clients. I will continue to refer cases to her and recommend her without hesitation."

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Lisa Bell

Workers compensation lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Terri is a caring, compasionate attorney with a no-nonsense get things done attitude. She is involved and supportive of our legal community as well as Manatee County in general."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

AV Preeminent Rated Judicial Edition, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2016

America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Community Service Award, Manatee County Bar Association

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2013

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Peer Review Rated, LexisNexis

2011

Peer Review Rated, LexisNexis

2010

Legal Leaders, Florida Trend Magazine

2010

Peer Review Rated, LexisNexis

2010

Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2009

CV Peer review Rated, LexisNexis

2008

CV Peer Review Rated, LexisNexis

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Partner, Carlson, Meissner, Hart & Hayslett, P.A.

1997 - 2000

Attorney, Legler & Flynn

1990 - 1994

Teacher, Lake County School Board

Associations

2013 - Present

Anna Maria Chamber of Commerce

Member

2012 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Attorney Member

2012 - Present

Manatee Young Professionals

Member

2008 - Present

Sarasota/Manatee Ohio State University Alumni Club

Member

2006 - Present

Florida Association for Women Lawyers (Manatee County chapter)

Board Member

2002 - Present

Manatee Chamber of Commerce

Member

1998 - Present

United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

1997 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1997 - Present

Manatee Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Florida Association for Women Lawyers (Manatee County chapter)

Member

2017 - 2018

Florida Association for Women Lawyers

President Manatee Chapter

2014 - 2015

Florida Association for Women Lawyers

President, Manatee Chapter

2013 - 2014

Florida Association for Women Lawyers (Manatee County chapter)

Vice President

2008 - 2011

Executive Women's Golf Association

Member

2000 - 2011

Friends of 440

Board member

Sample of Legal Cases

OVER 2,000 WORKERS' COMP AND SOCIAL SECURITY CASES

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Education

1997

Stetson University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

Rollins College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Employee Seminar

Social Security - Who needs an attorney?

2011

networking lunch

Referrals

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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