Atty. Raphael Ogbonna-Amu

Atty. Raphael Ogbonna-Amu

Raphael Ogbonna-Amu is an associate in our Jacksonville office, specializing in general liability matters. Prior to joining HBS, he honed his skills as an associate at a Florida defense firm, where he represented clients in auto accident, slip and fall, and Lemon Law cases.

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About Raphael Ogbonna-Amu at a glance

Raphael Ogbonna-Amu is an Attorney based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C.. They have 3+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2023. Their practice focuses on entertainment. Admitted to practice in Florida (2023). Educated at Pennsylvania State University (J.D., 2023) and Florida State University (B.S., 2019). Serands clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Raphael Ogbonna-Amu is an associate in our Jacksonville office, specializing in general liability matters
  • Prior to joining HBS, he honed his skills as an associate at a Florida defense firm, where he represented clients in auto accident, slip and fall, and Lemon Law cases
  • Raphael also gained valuable experience as a judicial extern for the Honorable Kim Gibson in the U.S
  • District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania and the Honorable William Arbuckle in the U.S
  • District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania
  • He earned his Juris Doctor from Pennsylvania State University and holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Florida State University
  • Originally from Nigeria, Raphael moved to the U.S. at the age of 18, bringing a diverse perspective to his practice
  • Recognition •National Order of Barristers In the Press Liability Lawyer Raphael Ogbonna-Amu Joins HBS Jacksonville October 30, 2024 Hall Booth Smith Jacksonville is excited to welcome liability lawyer Raphael Ogbonna-Amu

Practice Areas Explained

Raphael Ogbonna-Amu's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Raphael Ogbonna-Amu handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Entertainment & Sports 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 Jacksonville 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 Raphael Ogbonna-Amu's law office located?
Raphael Ogbonna-Amu's law practice is located in Jacksonville, Florida. The firm is Hall Booth Smith, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Raphael Ogbonna-Amu handle?
Raphael Ogbonna-Amu focuses on entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Raphael Ogbonna-Amu practiced law?
Raphael Ogbonna-Amu has 3+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2023.
Where did Raphael Ogbonna-Amu go to law school?
Raphael Ogbonna-Amu earned their education at (J.D., 2023); (B.S., 2019).
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Education

J.D.
Pennsylvania State University
- 2023
B.S.
Florida State University
- 2019

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2023

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