Atty. Ronald E. Bush
Ron Bush received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Union College in 1981 and Juris Doctor degree, cum laude, from Fordham University School of Law in 1984. Prior to joining the Firm as a shareholder in 1995, Ron practiced as a Senior Litigation Associate in the New York firm of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom.
Long Term Care Claims & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 43+ Years Experience
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About Ronald E. Bush at a Glance
Ronald E. Bush is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Bush Graziano Rice & Hearing, P.A.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on product liability, elder law, and insurance. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida (1983), Florida (1984), District of Columbia (1990), and New York (1991). Educated at Fordham University School of Law, New York, New York (J.D., 1984) and Union College, Schenectady, NY (B.A. Economics, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ronald E. Bush
- Ron Bush received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Union College in 1981 and Juris Doctor degree, cum laude, from Fordham University School of Law in 1984
- Prior to joining the Firm as a shareholder in 1995, Ron practiced as a Senior Litigation Associate in the New York firm of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom
- From 1991 until 1995, Ron was a shareholder in the Tampa firm of Shackleford, Farrior, Stallings & Evans, P.A
- A member of the Florida Bar, Ron is also a member of the New York State Bar, District of Columbia Bar, United States District Court for the Middle and Northern Districts of Florida, the United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court
- He is a member of the Defense Research Institute and the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)
- Ron is the Florida lead state chairperson of the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance, and the Vice Regional Chairperson for the Southeastern United States, as well as Tampa Area Chair of the Florida Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve
- Ron has also completed the Litigation Management Institute hosted by Columbia Law School earning the designation of Certified Litigation Management Professional
- He has also served as the Chairperson of the Hillsborough County Civil Service Board, as a member of the National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, and on the Florida Bar Grievance Committee, Thirteenth Judicial Circuit, Hillsborough County
- Ron was selected to the Leadership Tampa Class of 1998 by the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce
Litigation Percentage
100% of Practice Devoted to Litigation Honors and Awards: "AV" by Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory Professional Associations and Memberships: Florida Bar Member New York State Bar Member District of Columbia Bar Member United States District Court for the Middle Districts of Florida Member District Court for the Northern Districts of Florida Member United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit Member Defense Research Institute Member Hillsborough County Civil Service Board Chairperson National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Member Florida Bar Grievance Committee Member Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Member Past Employment Positions: Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, Senior Litigation Associate Shackleford, Farrior, Stallings & Evans, P.A., Shareholder, 1991 - 1995
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Ronald E. Bush's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ronald E. Bush handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Product Liability in Tampa
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Elder Law in Tampa
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Insurance Law in Tampa
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
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.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Tampa Choose Ronald E. Bush
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Ronald E. Bush's practice in the field of product liability, elder law, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ronald E. Bush brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida, Florida, and District of Columbia, Ronald E. Bush can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering product liability, elder law, and insurance, Ronald E. Bush can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Ronald E. Bush attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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