Atty. Karen E. Terry

Atty. Karen E. Terry

KAREN E. TERRY is a shareholder at Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley PA in West Palm Beach, and has been with the firm for more than 19 years.

West Palm Beach West Palm Beach 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Karen E. Terry at a glance

Karen E. Terry is a Shareholder based in West Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley, P.A.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (1995) and U.S. District Court, Southern and Middle Districts of Florida (1995). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1994) and Duke University (A.B., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Palm Beach County and American Bar Associations American Association for Justice Florida Justice Association. Serands clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • KAREN E. TERRY is a shareholder at Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley PA in West Palm Beach, and has been with the firm for more than 19 years
  • She received the highest honor awarded by the Daily Business Review as the “Most Effective Lawyer” in the State of Florida for products liability, along with Chris Searcy
  • For the last 5 years in a row, she has been named as one of The Best Lawyers in America
  • Recently honored as one of the top rated lawyers in health care in the United States, Ms. Terry also was selected as one of the top 100 lawyers in the country
  • Recently, Ms. Terry was selected in the Top 50 Women Attorneys in Florida
  • Ms. Terry has tried many big cases, but in August 2007, she received a jury verdict of over 25 million dollars in Polk County, Florida against Walgreens for misfilling a prescription
  • She also recently received a jury verdict over 12 million in Palm Beach County, Florida, in 2013
  • Ms. Terry also has been selected as one of the top five litigators by Florida Trend Magazine and the South Florida Legal Guide
  • For the past 18 years, she has been a member of the Florida Justice Association and the Palm Beach County Justice Association, and has been active in her community
  • Before joining Searcy Denney, Ms. Terry clerked for former Chief Judge Walter Colbath of the 15th Judicial Circuit
  • A native of South Florida, she graduated cum laude from Duke University in three years, and earned a master’s degree from the University of Florida
  • She graduated with honors from the University of Florida College of Law, where she focused on First Amendment and telecommunications law

Practice Areas Explained

Karen E. Terry's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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

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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.

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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 West Palm Beach 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 Karen E. Terry

Where is Karen E. Terry's law office located?
Karen E. Terry's law practice is located in West Palm Beach, Florida. The firm is Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karen E. Terry handle?
Karen E. Terry focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Karen E. Terry practiced law?
Karen E. Terry has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Karen E. Terry go to law school?
Karen E. Terry earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (A.B., 1991).
How can I contact Karen E. Terry for a consultation?
You can contact Karen E. Terry 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 Karen E. Terry received?
Karen E. Terry's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1994
A.B.
Duke University
- 1991

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Southern and Middle Districts of Florida
Admitted: 1995

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