Atty. R. Stephen Coonrod

Atty. R. Stephen Coonrod

Steve Coonrod is certified by The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education as a specialist in workers' compensation law and focuses on workers' compensation defense and litigation management. He is listed by The Best Lawyers in America for Workers' Compensation and serves as Litigation Manager for the Florida Workers' Compensation Joint Underwriting Association.

Tallahassee Tallahassee 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About R. Stephen Coonrod at a glance

R. Stephen Coonrod is a Partner based in Tallahassee, Florida, practicing at McConnaughhay, Coonrod, Weaver & Stern, P.A.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on workers comp, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of (1988). Educated at Florida State University (J.D. Economics, 1988) and Florida State University (B.S. Economics, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Tallahassee, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Steve Coonrod is certified by The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education as a specialist in workers' compensation law and focuses on workers' compensation defense and litigation management
  • He is listed by The Best Lawyers in America for Workers' Compensation and serves as Litigation Manager for the Florida Workers' Compensation Joint Underwriting Association
  • Steve has been given the rating of "AV Preeminent," the highest rating possible by his peers through Martindale-Hubbell
  • He is the managing partner for the firm's Tallahassee office
  • Steve's clients include a broad range of private and governmental entities
  • PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES Past Chair, Workers' Compensation Board Certification Committee of The Florida Bar Past Member Executive Council, Workers' Compensation Section of The Florida Bar Faculty Member of The Florida Bar's Workers' Compensation Trial Advocacy Program Past Section Liaison to The Division of Administrative Hearings Selected as a Florida Super Lawyer from inception to present Selected for inclusion in the 20th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America AV Rated by Martindale Hubbell from 2003 to present Florida Workers' Compensation Institute Defense Research Institute Steve is a frequent speaker on the topic of workers' compensation law at accredited seminars throughout Florida and Georgia

Practice Areas Explained

R. Stephen Coonrod's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases R. Stephen Coonrod handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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 Tallahassee 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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Where is R. Stephen Coonrod's law office located?
R. Stephen Coonrod's law practice is located in Tallahassee, Florida. The firm is McConnaughhay, Coonrod, Weaver & Stern, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does R. Stephen Coonrod handle?
R. Stephen Coonrod focuses on workers comp, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has R. Stephen Coonrod practiced law?
R. Stephen Coonrod has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did R. Stephen Coonrod go to law school?
R. Stephen Coonrod earned their education at (J.D. Economics, 1988); (B.S. Economics, 1985).
How can I contact R. Stephen Coonrod for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has R. Stephen Coonrod received?
R. Stephen Coonrod's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Economics
Florida State University
- 1988
B.S. Economics
Florida State University
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of
Admitted: 1988

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