Atty. Steven Pratico
Steve is a commercial litigator with more than 20 years of experience prosecuting and defending complex business disputes on behalf of his clients. His practice focuses on multi-million-dollar business torts, breach of contract matters, real estate litigation and construction disputes.
Commercial Litigation Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL
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About Steven Pratico at a Glance
Steven Pratico is a business and litigation attorney based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Johnson, Pope, Bokor, Ruppel & Burns LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar. Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 2001) and Bucknell University (B.S. Environmental Science & Economics, 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven Pratico
- Steve is a commercial litigator with more than 20 years of experience prosecuting and defending complex business disputes on behalf of his clients
- His practice focuses on multi-million-dollar business torts, breach of contract matters, real estate litigation and construction disputes
- Steve’s list of clients includes global pharmaceutical companies, Florida’s largest real estate developers, and mid-to-large scale corporations operating in a host of other industries
- Steve employs a comprehensive approach to litigation and dispute resolution, taking into consideration that what is best for one business or individual may not be best for another
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Steven Pratico's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Pratico handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Business & Corporate Law in Tampa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Tampa
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tampa Choose Steven Pratico
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 Steven Pratico's practice in the field of business and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and litigation, Steven Pratico 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 Steven Pratico 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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Common Legal Issues Steven Pratico Handles in Tampa
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