Atty. Rhett C. Parker
Rhett Parker focuses his practice on litigation. His trial and litigation experience includes premises liability, traffic accident, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense and insurance coverage.
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Rhett C. Parker is a personal injury attorney based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, Florida. Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 2011) and University of Florida (B.A., 2007). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026), Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2024 for work in: (2026). Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Rhett Parker focuses his practice on litigation
- His trial and litigation experience includes premises liability, traffic accident, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense and insurance coverage
- He also practices in construction litigation for engineers, contractor and developers and is licensed to practice in all Florida state and federal courts, including the northern, middle and southern districts
- Prior to joining Phelps Dunbar, Rhett served as an assistant public defender in the 15th Judicial Circuit in Palm Beach County, Florida where he represented the indigent criminal accused
- As an assistant public defender, he tried over 40 cases to jury, ranging from first-degree murder to driving under the influence
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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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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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