Atty. Jack J Fine
Mr. Fine was born in New York, New York and was raised in the northeast, where he studied sociology at Colby College in Waterville, Maine.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Gainesville, FL · 50+ Years Experience
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About Jack J Fine at a Glance
Jack J Fine is a Senior Partner based in Gainesville, Florida, practicing at Fine, Farkash & Parlapiano, P.A.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, business, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Florida (1976), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1977), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1982), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida (1991). Educated at University of Florida, Gainesville (J.D., 1976) and Colby College, Maine (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The James C, Adkins, Jr, and Chapter American Inns of Court, Master/Emeritus The Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association, Member, 1979 - 2008 ABOTA (American Board of Trial Advocates) - a prestigious invitation only organization, President of local chapter. Serves clients in Gainesville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jack J Fine
- Mr. Fine was born in New York, New York and was raised in the northeast, where he studied sociology at Colby College in Waterville, Maine
- He then graduated with honors from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 1976
- In law school, he was a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, was inducted into the Order of the Coif, and graduated in the top 10 percent of his class
- Mr. Fine was admitted into the Florida Bar in 1976, the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida in 1977, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida in 1991, and the United States Court of Appeals 11th Circuit in 1982
- Upon graduation, Mr. Fine practiced as an Assistant Public Defender in the Third Judicial Circuit office in Lake City from 1976-1977
- He then worked as an Assistant Public Defender in the Gainesville office of the Public Defender from 1977-1980
- In 1980, he founded the firm, which is now known as Fine, Farkash, & Parlapiano, P.A., where he wanted to exclusively represent victims of personal injury in claims against negligent parties
- Mr. Fine is a highly experienced personal injury attorney and is recognized for his commitment to the law
- He holds Martindale-Hubbell’s highest rating* (AV) and was a Grievance Committee Chairman for the Eighth Judicial Circuit for 2006-2008
- He coached a trial team for the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 1994 and has taught as an adjunct faculty in the trial practice course at the law school since 1983
Practice Areas Explained
Jack J Fine's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jack J Fine handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Gainesville.
Car Accidents in Gainesville
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Jack J Fine is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Florida →
Wrongful Death in Gainesville
Jack J Fine is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →
Personal Injury in Gainesville
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.
Jack J Fine is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
Business & Corporate Law in Gainesville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Jack J Fine is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Motorcycle Accidents in Gainesville
Jack J Fine is one of 11,112 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Gainesville
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.
Gainesville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Gainesville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Gainesville Choose Jack J Fine
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jack J Fine's practice in the field of car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, business, and motorcycle.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jack J Fine brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, Jack J Fine can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, wrongful death, and personal injury, Jack J Fine can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Gainesville
A Gainesville-based practice means Jack J Fine attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Jack J Fine Handles in Gainesville
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