Atty. John Norris Cain

Atty. John Norris Cain

John Cain is a highly skilled trial attorney. Though he is based in Tampa, he has litigated cases from the Florida Keys, South Florida, Central Florida, North Florida, and throughout the Florida Panhandle.

Clearwater Clearwater 22 yrs experience 22 year
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About John Norris Cain at a glance

John Norris Cain is an Associate based in Clearwater, Florida, practicing at Carey Leisure Carney. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on car accidents, contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (2004). Educated at Syracuse University (J.D., 2004) and Florida State University (B.S., 2001). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of National President, Law Student Division, Hispanic National Bar Association. Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in Clearwater, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • John Cain is a highly skilled trial attorney
  • Though he is based in Tampa, he has litigated cases from the Florida Keys, South Florida, Central Florida, North Florida, and throughout the Florida Panhandle
  • He has tried numerous cases throughout the State of Florida, which has earned him a reputation as a top-notch trial attorney
  • Mr. Cain has handled thousands of cases over his legal career
  • Mr. Cain has spent his entire legal career as a trial attorney
  • He has successfully litigated against large law firms and corporations
  • He has represented many businesses and individuals, to include Insurance Companies, Department Stores, International Artists/Entertainers, DJ’s, and individuals all over the United States and Internationally
  • His primary areas of concentration include litigating complex serious personal injury cases, wrongful death cases, propane/gas explosion cases, general negligence, and business/contract disputes
  • Since 2004, Mr. Cain has shared his passion for helping others through his knowledge and trial skills
  • He has trained many attorneys, insurance adjusters, and legal assistants
  • He has worked closely with Judges and mediators
  • He served as an Adjunct Business Law Professor at the University of Tampa for many years
  • As an adjunct professor, Mr. Cain’s lectures included negligence, criminal law, business law, negotiations, and alternative dispute resolutions, amongst many other topics
  • Mr. Cain was also licensed by the State of Florida to teach insurance adjusters continuing education courses
  • He taught insurance adjusters throughout the United States covering topics such as How to Avoid Unfair Claims Practices, Bad Faith, Insurance Regulations, Florida Statutes, Civil Remedy Notices, Adjuster Code of Ethics, Proper Handling of Insurance Claims, General Negligence, Deposition and Trial Procedures, Discovery, and Wrongful Death
  • Mr. Cain served as an Assistant State Attorney in Hillsborough County Florida from 2006 through 2008
  • During his tenure as a prosecutor, he tried numerous misdemeanor and felony cases to verdict including many capital offenses
  • Mr. Cain was instrumental in the prosecution of the only known Civil RICO case to ever be prosecuted in Hillsborough County
  • As a prosecutor, he trained many younger prosecutors, who have gone on to form their own law firms and have successful careers of their own
  • Background As a young kid, Mr. Cain grew up in Sarasota, Florida
  • After completing Sarasota Middle School, the Cain family moved to Quito, Ecuador, where Mr. Cain’s mother is from
  • He attended and completed all of his high school in Quito where he also became fluent in Spanish
  • Upon graduating from High School, Mr. Cain returned back to Florida where he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps
  • Mr. Cain served in the United States Marine Corps upon graduating from High School
  • During his five years in active service, he deployed all over the globe on behalf of the United States
  • His service included many deployments on land and sea
  • After his active-duty service, Mr. Cain returned to his home State of Florida where he attended Florida State University and obtained his bachelor’s degree
  • Following college, he went to the Syracuse University College of Law where he met his wife
  • While in law school, Mr. Cain had to rejoin the Marine Corps in response to the 9/11 terrorist attack
  • Thereafter, he graduated from law school in 2004, immediately moved back to Florida, passed the Bar, and started a family
  • Mr. Cain honorably concluded his military service with the 4TH Assault Amphibian Battalion in Tampa, Florida
  • The Cain family tree delineates a history of proud military service that goes back many generations
  • Mr. Cain’s father honorably served in the Army during the tail end of WWII
  • Mr. Cain is the proud father of three kids and can be found spending most of his time with his family and cheering them on in their sports and adventures
  • Mr. Cain’s extended family is quite large and they try to get together on Sunday’s for family BBQ
  • Mr. Cain is a fan of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Tampa Bay Rays, and the Tampa Bay Lightning

Practice Areas Explained

John Norris Cain's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Norris Cain 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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Contracts

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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.

John Norris Cain is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Criminal Defense

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Civil Litigation

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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 Clearwater 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 andnue, 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 John Norris Cain

Where is John Norris Cain's law office located?
John Norris Cain's law practice is located in Clearwater, Florida. The firm is Carey Leisure Carney. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Norris Cain handle?
John Norris Cain focuses on car accidents, contracts, personal injury, criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has John Norris Cain practiced law?
John Norris Cain has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
What languages does John Norris Cain speak?
John Norris Cain provides legal services in Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did John Norris Cain go to law school?
John Norris Cain earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.S., 2001).
How can I contact John Norris Cain for a consultation?
You can contact John Norris Cain 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 John Norris Cain received?
John Norris Cain's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Syracuse University
- 2004
B.S.
Florida State University
- 2001

Languages

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2004

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