Atty. John Jay Hanson
Mr. John Jay Hanson is a lawyer practicing maritime personal injury, jones act, labor and employment and 12 other areas of law.
Jones Act & More Attorney · Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL · 23+ Years Experience
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About John Jay Hanson at a Glance
John Jay Hanson is a wrongful termination, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, and business attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S District Court, Southern District of Florida (2003). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 2003) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1996). Serves clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Jay Hanson
- Mr. John Jay Hanson is a lawyer practicing maritime personal injury, jones act, labor and employment and 12 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1996, and has been licensed for 23 years
- John practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas Explained
John Jay Hanson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Jay Hanson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Lauderdale.
Wrongful Termination in Fort Lauderdale
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Wrongful Death in Fort Lauderdale
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Personal Injury in Fort Lauderdale
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.
John Jay Hanson is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
Employment Law in Fort Lauderdale
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
John Jay Hanson is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →
Business & Corporate Law in Fort Lauderdale
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fort Lauderdale
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 Fort Lauderdale 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.
Fort Lauderdale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fort Lauderdale-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 Fort Lauderdale Choose John Jay Hanson
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 John Jay Hanson's practice in the field of wrongful termination, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Jay Hanson brings 23+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, wrongful death, and personal injury, John Jay Hanson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fort Lauderdale
A Fort Lauderdale-based practice means John Jay Hanson 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 John Jay Hanson Handles in Fort Lauderdale
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Jay Hanson has experience with under Florida law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John Jay Hanson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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