Thomas L. Schieffelin Jr.
Shareholder
Tom was born in Savannah, Georgia. He received his undergraduate degree from Spring Hill College in 1984 and his law degree, with honors, from the University of Florida in 1987. He joined the firm in 1987.
Tom is AV peer review rated by Martindale-Hubbell, considered the profession's highest recognition for legal ability and ethical standards. He frequently serves as a faculty presenter at the University of Central Florida, conducting mock trials and lecturing on issues related to risk management, COBRA and living wills.
Year Joined Firm
- 1987
Areas of Practice
- Appellate Law
- Hospital Law
- Insurance Defense
- Medical Malpractice
- Nursing Home Litigation
- Premises Liability
- Trial Practice
Certified Legal Specialties
- 'AV' Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Bar Admissions
- Florida, 1987
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida, 1987
Education
- University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida
- J.D. - 1987
- Honors: With Honors
- Spring Hill College, Mobile, Alabama
- B.A. - 1984
Classes/Seminars
- Lecturer, Risk Management, University of Central Florida
- Mock Trials for Students and Clients, University of Central Florida
- Presentations to Physicians on COBRA and Other Critical Issues, University of Central Florida
- Presentations to Area Seniors on Living Wills, University of Central Florida
Professional Associations and Memberships
- The Florida Bar, Member
- Central Florida Medical Malpractice Claims Council, Member
Fraternities/Sororities
- Phi Alpha Theta