Atty. Dora Kerner

Atty. Dora Kerner

Ms. Dora Kerner is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, personal injury, tort law and 33 other areas of law.

Gainesville Gainesville 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (352) 352-2240

Profile Summary

About Dora Kerner at a glance

Dora Kerner is a Member based in Gainesville, Florida, practicing at Dora Kerner. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Florida (1982) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida (1984). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1982) and University of Illinois (B.S. University, 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar (Member, Workers Compensation Section) Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers Association Florida Workers Advocates. Serves clients in Gainesville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Dora Kerner is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, personal injury, tort law and 33 other areas of law
  • Dora received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1971, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Dora practices at Dora Kerner in Gainesville, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Dora Kerner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dora Kerner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Truck Accidents

Dora Kerner is one of 4,423 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Florida →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Dora Kerner is one of 44,425 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Florida →

Wrongful Death

Dora Kerner is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Dora Kerner is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Gainesville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dora Kerner

Where is Dora Kerner's law office located?
Dora Kerner's law practice is located in Gainesville, Florida. The firm is Dora Kerner. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dora Kerner handle?
Dora Kerner focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Dora Kerner practiced law?
Dora Kerner has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Dora Kerner go to law school?
Dora Kerner earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S. University, 1971).
How can I contact Dora Kerner for a consultation?
You can contact Dora Kerner directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Dora Kerner received?
Dora Kerner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1982
B.S. University
University of Illinois
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
Admitted: 1984

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