Atty. Sherry Schwartz
Sherry Schwartz is a partner in the firm’s West Palm Beach Office. She received her Bachelors of Science, with Highest Honors from the University of Florida, followed by her Juris Doctor Degree from the University of Miami in 2001.
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Sherry Schwartz is a medical malpractice and personal injury attorney based in West Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane. Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 2002). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Serands clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Sherry Schwartz is a partner in the firm’s West Palm Beach Office
- She received her Bachelors of Science, with Highest Honors from the University of Florida, followed by her Juris Doctor Degree from the University of Miami in 2001
- Both in law school and in her early years as an attorney, Ms. Schwartz has successfully tried cases for her clients in criminal, civil, family, and probate matters
- She joined Cole, Scott, and Kissane with experience in more than 30 jury trials, following her tenure with the West Palm Beach Public Defender, in and for the 15th Judicial Circuit
- Ms. Schwartz efficiently and aggressively handles a vast array of civil litigation for the firm, including medical malpractice, legal malpractice, negligent security, intellectual property, homeowner/condominium association law, nursing home defense, breach of contract, product liability, construction litigation, premises liability, vehicle negligence, coverage issues, professional malpractice, cyber liability, employment litigation, and general civil litigation
- Ms. Schwartz’s medical background during her undergraduate training, wherein she focused on the neurological aspects of human behavior, disease, and function has given her a special interest and focus on defending physicians and other medical professionals
- Ms. Schwartz is admitted to practice before all state courts in Florida, the Florida Supreme Court, and the United States District Court of the Southern District, and is a member of the Palm Beach County Bar Association
- Since 2022, Ms. Schwartz has received recognition from U.S News & World Report, The Best Lawyers in America® in the practice areas of Medical Malpractice Law, Personal Injury Litigation and Professional Malpractice Law
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Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Sherry Schwartz is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Florida →
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.
Sherry Schwartz is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
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 West Palm Beach 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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