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GENERAL
Florida Trial Counsel is a law firm located in Manatee County, Florida. The firm was founded in 2012 by attorney David A. Fernandez, Esq. The firm represents clients in personal injury, foreclosure, bankruptcy, divorce, criminal defense and other matters that are related to trial. The firm prides itself on being aggressive and strategically unique in litigating against large institutions like banks, insurance companies, homeowner associations, condominium associations, and government institutions. The aggressive and unique style was made possible by its founder's military training and experiences.

LOCATION
The law firm is located at 4705 26th Street West Bradenton, FL 34207. The building is known as the "Prestige at Bayshore Gardens." However, some have dubbed the building, "The Lions Den" after its founder's trip to Africa. During an African Safari, David Fernandez was attacked by a wild cheetah, however, he survived the attack. Upon his return, he was nicknamed "El Leon" (The lion) and he was given a statute of fighting lions which he maintains in his personal office.

FOUNDER
David A. Fernandez, Esq. is a native of Miami, Florida. He served in the United States Navy from 1999 - 2007. He received numerous citations including the Navy and Marine Corps Service Medal for lifesaving efforts on Playa Azul, in Puerto Rico. He graduated from the University of Oklahoma and received his law degree from Stetson University College of Law in Gulfport, Fl. At Stetson, David Fernandez, graduated with a concentration in Advocacy from one the top trail advocacy program in the United States.

David was successful in personal real estate investments, but saw that banking institutions where taking advantage of unsuspecting homeowners. David decided to use his good fortune to even the score and utilize his knowledge of real estate practices and litigation to represent individuals in court. His many successes in court have led some to call him a modern day "Jesse James."

AREAS OF PRACTICE
The firm has grown to represent clients in the following areas of law:

Personal Injury, which includes traffic accidents, slip and falls, boating incidents and medical malpractice. Foreclosure Defense, which includes matters affecting homeowners and condominium associations. Divorces, Bankruptcy, Fair Debt Collection Practices and Criminal Defense.