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Biography
Jeffrey S. Badgley is a former insurance company attorney who specializes in bankruptcy and personal injury law. Chose an expert! Mr. Badgley also has an "AV" rating by the Martindale-Hubble peer review system, the highest rating from judges and lawyers in the community.
I have been practicing law in Orlando since 1988. I started with the largest firm in Orlando, and now I enjoy working as a small firm so that I can work directly with all of my clients. After working with large firms for many years, I started my own practice to help individuals and families with their legal needs. I specialize in bankruptcy, personal injury and professional malpractice. While working for large firms, I worked with insurance companies and large corporations. Now, I find it so much more satisfying helping people who really need a good lawyer to overcome a challenging legal obstacle, such as recovering from the financial distress caused by an injury from an accident, or after being neglected or taken advantage of by a legal professional.
Why am I a lawyer? Because I like to help people. I get the most satisfaction knowing that I have helped someone get out of a real legal jam, whether it is dealing with a life changing accident, or helping a family get a fresh start with their finances. I have been practicing as a lawyer for 23 years. During that time, I have worked hard to get the training and credentials that make me an excellent attorney for my clients. I am board certified as a Civil Trial Lawyer, the highest recognition by the Florida Bar as a specialist in the area of trial law. I have been given a rating of AV by the Martindale-Hubble peer review system, which reflects the opinion of lawyers and judges in my legal community. I started my legal career working for large corporations and insurance companies. Now I help "the little guy" when they need the skills and experience of a talented lawyer.
Education
- University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida
- J.D. - 1986
- Honors: With Honors
- Honors: Order of the Barristers
- Honors: Moot Court, Trial Team
- University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida
- B.A. - 1983
- Honors: With High Honors
- Major: Philosophy
Bar Admission
- Florida, 1986
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida, 1987
- U.S. Court of Appeals 11th Circuit, 1988
Honors
- "AV" Rating from the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory
Professional Associations
- Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers Section, Member
- Orange County Bar Association, Member
- Florida Civil Procedure Rules Committee, Member, 2003 to 2006
- Inns of Court, Member
- Member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum (2019)
- United States Supreme Court, Admitted 1995
- United States Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit, Admitted 1998
- United States District Court, Middle District, Admitted 1987
- 9th Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee (1998- 2000)
Certified Legal Specialties
- Civil Trial Lawyer, Florida Bar, 2007
Current Employment Position
- Founding Member