Atty. Peter W. "Pete" Zinober

Atty. Peter W. "Pete" Zinober

Peter W. Zinober is a labor and employment lawyer specializing in the defense of employment discrimination cases in state and federal court, both jury and non-jury, as well as wage and hour, disability discrimination, age and all other types of employment litigation.

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Profile Summary

About Peter W. "Pete" Zinober at a glance

Peter W. "Pete" Zinober is a employment and litigation attorney based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar. Educated at George Washington University (—, 1971) and University of Florida (J.D., 1969). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter W. Zinober is a labor and employment lawyer specializing in the defense of employment discrimination cases in state and federal court, both jury and non-jury, as well as wage and hour, disability discrimination, age and all other types of employment litigation
  • Pete also specializes in "traditional" labor management relations law, including the representation of employers in connection with unfair labor practice and representation case proceedings before the National Labor Relations Board, labor and non-union arbitrations, collective bargaining and counseling

Practice Areas Explained

Peter W. "Pete" Zinober's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter W. "Pete" Zinober handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Tampa 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 Peter W. "Pete" Zinober

Where is Peter W. "Pete" Zinober's law office located?
Peter W. "Pete" Zinober's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter W. "Pete" Zinober handle?
Peter W. "Pete" Zinober focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Peter W. "Pete" Zinober go to law school?
Peter W. "Pete" Zinober earned their education at (—, 1971); (J.D., 1969); (—, 1969).
How can I contact Peter W. "Pete" Zinober for a consultation?
You can contact Peter W. "Pete" Zinober 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 Peter W. "Pete" Zinober received?
Peter W. "Pete" Zinober's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Class Actions.

Education

George Washington University
- 1971
J.D.
University of Florida
- 1969
University of Florida
- 1969
University of Florida
- 1965

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Class Actions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Defense
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Harassment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Title VII Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wage-Hour Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Whistleblowers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — University of Florida Hall of Fame
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who's Who Legal - International Who's Who, Business Lawyers, 2002-2011
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — International Who's Who, Management Labor & Employment Lawyers, 2004-2011
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 3000 "Leading Lawyers in America," 2010-2011
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — "BTI Client Service All-Star," 2011
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Leading Lawyers in Tampa, Labor and Employment, 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who's Who of L&E Lawyers, 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Trend magazine, "Legal Elite," Employment Law, 2004-2010, 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Law360 "Employment Practice Group of the Year," 2011 & 2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The International Who’s Who of Management Labour & Employment Lawyers, 2004-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who's Who in America, 2013 (67th Ed.)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Guide To The World's Leading Labour And Employment Lawyers, 2010-2013 editions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Human Resource Executive magazine, "The Nation’s Most Powerful Employment Lawyers – Top 100," 2009-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers "Top 10 Lawyers in Florida," 2006
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine, Florida Super Lawyers, 2006-2013 "Top 100 Lawyers in Florida," 2006-2011
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 100, Most Powerful Labor and Employment Lawyers, 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA Guide, 2000-2013
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Tampa)
- 2013

Bar Admissions

Florida, The Florida Bar
District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar

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