Atty. Richard Mott Mitzel

Atty. Richard Mott Mitzel

Mr. Richard Mott Mitzel is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice and 97 other areas of law.

Tampa Tampa 63 Years Experience 63 year
Call (813) 515-2048

Profile Summary

About Richard Mott Mitzel at a glance

Richard Mott Mitzel is an Of Counsel based in Tampa, Florida. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and business. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1963) and Florida (1969). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1963) and Western Michigan University (B.B.A., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hernando County and Hillsborough County Bar Associations The Florida Bar State Bar of Michigan (Inactive) Former Board Member Florida Justice Association. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Richard Mott Mitzel is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice and 97 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.B.A. degree from Western Michigan University in 1959, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • Richard practices in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Mott Mitzel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Mott Mitzel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Richard Mott Mitzel is one of 32,842 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Florida →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Richard Mott Mitzel is one of 44,425 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Florida →

Wrongful Death

Richard Mott Mitzel is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →

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.

Richard Mott Mitzel is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 venue, 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 Richard Mott Mitzel

Where is Richard Mott Mitzel's law office located?
Richard Mott Mitzel's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Mott Mitzel handle?
Richard Mott Mitzel focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Richard Mott Mitzel practiced law?
Richard Mott Mitzel has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did Richard Mott Mitzel go to law school?
Richard Mott Mitzel earned their education at (J.D., 1963); (B.B.A., 1959).
How can I contact Richard Mott Mitzel for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Mott Mitzel received?
Richard Mott Mitzel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Medical Malpractice Personal Injury Wrongful Death Accidents Accountants Malpractice Agents And Brokers Errors And Omissions Agents and Brokers Liability Airbag Injury All Terrain Vehicle Products Liability Animal Attacks Aquatic Injuries Architects and Engineers Liability Architects And Engineers Malpractice Automobile Accidents And Injuries Automobile Negligence Automotive Crashworthiness Automotive Design Liability Automotive Products Liability Automotive Restraints Bicycle Accidents Bicycle Products Liability Biomedical Products Liability Birth Trauma Boating Accidents Bodily Injury Brain Injury Catastrophic Injury Chemical Explosions Chemical Products Liability Commercial Vehicle Liability Cumulative Trauma Dental Malpractice Dog Bites Drug and Medical Device Litigation Electrical Injury Elevator Liability Escalator Liability Explosions Failure to Diagnose Food Products Liability Gas Explosions Gynecology Malpractice Head Injury Heart Device Litigation Heavy Equipment Products Liability Inadequate Security Industrial Products Liability Legal Malpractice Legal Negligence Manufacturers Liability Medical Legal Law Medical Liability Medical Negligence Medication Errors Mental Health Professionals Malpractice Motor Vehicle Accidents And Injuries Motorcycle Accidents Motorcycle Products Liability Negligent Security Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect Nursing Liability Nursing Malpractice Nursing Negligence Obstetric Malpractice Oncology Law Optometric Malpractice Orthopedic Malpractice Pedestrian Injuries Pediatric Malpractice Personal Injury Arbitration Personal Injury Mediation Plaintiffs Personal Injury Podiatric Malpractice Premises Liability Premises Security Product Defects Product Failure Product Warning Labels Products Liability Arbitration Products Liability Mediation Products Liability Subrogation Professional Liability Professional Malpractice Professional Negligence Psychiatric Malpractice Psychology Malpractice Recreational Vehicle Products Liability School Bus Accidents Seat Belt Injury Severe Burns Slip and Fall Spinal Injury Surgeons Liability Third Party Wrongful Death Tire Defect Litigation TMJ Dysfunction Tourist Injuries Vehicle Rollovers Whiplash Wrong Site Surgery

Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law
- 1963
B.B.A.
Western Michigan University
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1963
Florida
Admitted: 1969

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