Catherine McWilliam Rinaldo
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Catherine McWilliam Rinaldo
Biography
has secured millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for her clients.
For over 30 years, she has represented hundreds of clients in personal
injury and wrongful death cases arising from automobile negligence,motorcycle and bicycle crashes, medical malpractice, abuse, defective
products and hotel and apartment inadequate security. She has
co-counseled and partnered with law firms from around the country to
achieve the best results for her clients.Ms. Rinaldo prides herself in a taking a personal approach to the
representation of her clients. “When a client engages our firm, I want
them to know that their needs and concerns are of the utmost
importance to us,” she says. “All matters are handled with the highest
legal attention and full respect for the sensitive nature of the
circumstances.”Since 1985, Ms. Rinaldo has been a member of the Florida Bar. She
has reached the highest level of recognition of an attorney’s competence
and experience with a AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell®and an “Excellent” AVVO rating. Mrs. Rinaldo is active in the community
and is a leader among her peers.Early in her career, Ms. Rinaldo defended claims brought against
Fortune 500® giants such as State Farm and Allstate. This provided
unique insight into how her opponents evaluate and defend claims.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Nursing Home Abuse
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Attorney - Private Practitioner Catherine G. McWilliam
Year: 1985 - 1997
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Associate - Private Practitioner McClain & Associates, PA
Year: 1987 - 1989
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Founding Partner Rinaldo Law Group
Year: 1996 - Current
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Managing Partner Rinaldo Law Group
Year: 2008 - Current
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Associate - Private Practitioner Winn and Jorgensen
Year: 1989 - 1996
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Professional Associations
St. Michael's Legal Center Director (2018 - Current)
Keenan Ball Trial College Member (2014 - Current)
Florida Bar Association Member (1985 - Current)
Multi Million Dollar Forum Member (2014 - Current)
Better Business Bureau Member (2013 - Current)
Supreme Court Historical Society Member (2011 - Current)
Tampa Bay Catholic Lawyers Guild Member (2011 - Current)
Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association Member (2011 - Current)
Florida Justice Association Member (1990 - Current)
Hillsborough County Women's Bar Association Member (1986 - Current)
Tampa Bay Inns of Court Founding Barrister Member (1993 - 1995)
Florida Bar, Grievance Committee A Member (1994 - 1997)
Hillsborough County Bar Association Member (1985 - Current)
Million Dollar Forum Member (2014 - Current)
Florida State Bar  # 516465 Member (1985 - Current)
Martindale Hubble (1986 - Current)
Awards
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Fellowship
U.S. Department of Justice 1984.0
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Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Million Dollar Advocate 2018.0
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AV Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell 2018.0
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Multi-Million Dollar Advocate
Multi Million Dollar Advocates Forum 2018.0
Education
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Tulane University School of Law J.D. (1985) | Law
Year: 1982 - 1985
3800 W. Bay to Bay Blvd.
3800 W. Bay to Bay Blvd., Suite 11, Tampa, FL 33629
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
(813) 831-0977