Atty. Louis Robert Destefano

Atty. Louis Robert Destefano

Louis Robert Destefano is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice. Louis received a B.S. degree from St.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Louis Robert Destefano at a glance

Louis Robert Destefano is a Member based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice and personal injury. Admitted to practice in California (1978). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1973) and St. John's University (B.S., 1968). Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Louis Robert Destefano is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice
  • Louis received a B.S. degree from St. John's University in 1968, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Louis practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Louis Robert Destefano's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Louis Robert Destefano 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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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 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 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 Louis Robert Destefano

Where is Louis Robert Destefano's law office located?
Louis Robert Destefano's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Louis Robert Destefano handle?
Louis Robert Destefano focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Louis Robert Destefano practiced law?
Louis Robert Destefano has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Louis Robert Destefano go to law school?
Louis Robert Destefano earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact Louis Robert Destefano for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1973
B.S.
St. John's University
- 1968

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978

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