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John Joseph Uustal is a renowned celebrity trial lawyer based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. With a track record of winning large verdicts against powerful companies, he has been featured in major media outlets and recognized for his exceptional legal skills.

John Joseph Uustal, a prominent trial lawyer based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has built a reputation for taking on some of the most challenging cases against the biggest corporations in the world. Throughout his career, he has secured some of the largest verdicts in history and has been instrumental in uncovering confidential corporate documents that have made international headlines.

Uustal\s success as a trial lawyer is evident from his very first year out of law school, where he achieved a record-setting fifty-million dollar verdict. He is known for handling complex and difficult cases, often going up against top defense attorneys in the industry. His dedication to fighting for those who have been wronged by large corporations, whether it be millions of customers or a single celebrity, has earned him praise from clients who describe him as "the real deal" and "an old-school fighter" who puts people first.

Recognized for his expertise in product liability cases, Uustal has been named Product Liability Lawyer of the Year by America’s Best Lawyers and Most Effective Lawyer for Product Liability by the Daily Business Review. He has also been honored by Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers. His law firm, Kelley | Uustal, has been awarded the Best Personal Injury firm in South Florida for two consecutive years by the Daily Business Review.

Specializing in cases that are deemed unwinnable, Uustal takes on challenges for those who cannot afford to lose. His commitment to seeking justice for his clients and holding powerful entities accountable sets him apart as a formidable force in the legal field.

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Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
  • Wrongful Death
  • Catastrophic Injury

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages
    Accepted Jurisdictions
    Florida Jurdictions
    Florida
    Since 1996
    Experience
    • Founding Partner
      Kelley | Uustal Trial Lawyers
      2006
    • Judicial Clerk
      Judge Peter Fay, United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
      1995
    Education
    University of Miami School of Law Education School Logo
    University of Miami School of Law
    J.D. (1995) | Law
    Graduation year: 1995
    Georgetown University Education School Logo
    Georgetown University
    B.S. (1992) | Foreign Service
    Graduation year: 1992
    Associations
    Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers  Board of Directors Professional Association
    Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers Board of Directors
    has membership
    Current
    American Association for Justice Professional Association
    American Association for Justice
    has membership
    Current
    Martindale-Hubbell s Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers Professional Association
    Martindale-Hubbell s Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
    has membership
    Current
    Trial School Professional Association
    Trial School
    Faculty
    Current
    Florida Justice Association Professional Association
    Florida Justice Association
    Board has membership
    2008 - Current
    Florida State Bar
                        
                                                     # 73547 Professional Association
    Florida State Bar  # 73547
    has membership
    1996 - Current
    Broward County Bar Association Professional Association
    Broward County Bar Association
    Appellate Section Chair
    1996 - Current
    Broward County Trial Lawyers Association Professional Association
    Broward County Trial Lawyers Association
    has membership
    1996 - Current
    Costs
    • Free Consultancy Service
    • Payment With Credit Card
    • Conditional Fees
    Location
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