Sam Coffey
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Biography
Sam Coffey, Esq. is a trial lawyer devoted to representing individuals and their families who have been injured by the carelessness of others. He focuses his practice on handling a small number of serious injury cases involving traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injury (SCI), wrongful death or serious personal injury. These cases usually involve a harmful or defective product, a dangerous drug, a drunk driver or serious car accident, an airplane crash, or another type of dangerous condition. Sam Coffey prides himself on professionalism and pro bono work. He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), a national organization of plaintiff and defense trial lawyers and judges with considerable trial experience who have been peer-selected for inclusion in this organization based upon professionalism standards.
Awards and Peer RecognitionThe Broward County Bar Association honored Sam Coffey with the the Joseph C. Carter Professionalism Award in 2013, an award annually presented to one lawyer who has exemplified the highest ideals of professionalism in law practice and in life. Sam Coffey has lectured nationally on the issue of traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injury to industry leaders, insurance company executives, and judges. Sam Coffey annually presents a personal injury boot camp for practitioners who want to learn more about the basics of personal injury claims. Sam Coffey also presents on evidence, law office technology, paperless law office strategy, focus groups, and the power of persuasion in the courtroom and beyond.
Experienced and TenaciousSam gained this experience first as a partner at a prominent insurance defense law firm, where he practiced for a decade, and, later, as a partner at a boutique law firm that focused upon plaintiff-only representation.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Fees
- Free Consultation - Free consultations.
- Contingent Fees - No fee or cost if we don't win your case. We represent all clients on a contingency fee basis to if you win then we win.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
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Professional Experience
Managing Partner Coffey McPharlin
Year: 2021 - Current
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Partner Coffey Trial Law
Year: 2014 - 2021
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Professional Associations
Brain Injury Association of Florida Member (2009 - Current)
American Board of Trial Advocates ABOTA Associate Member (2011 - Current)
Super Lawyers Member (2012 - Current)
National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Plaintiff's Personal Injury (2014 - Current)
The Florida Bar  # 0071838 Member (1996 - Current)
Best Lawyers in America (2020 - Current)
Best Law Firms in America (2021 - Current)
American Association for Justice Attorney Member (2006 - Current)
Habitat for Humanity Member (2006 - Current)
Awards
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AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
Martindale-Hubbell 2009.0
Note: Sam Coffey is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell and is included in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers.
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Plaintiffs Personal Injury
Super Lawyers 2012.0
Note: Sam Coffey has been recognized by his peers for his inclusion in Super Lawyers every year from 2012 to the present. This honor is bestowed upon the top 5% of attorneys practicing law in the local community. Sam Coffey has considerable jury trial experience.
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Joseph C. Carter Professionalism Award
Broward County Bar Association 2013.0
Education
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University of Miami School of Law J.D. | Law
Year: 1992 - 1995
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University of New Haven B.A. | Psychology
Year: 1988 - 1991
Speaking Engagements
Focus Group Boot Camp, Miami, FL, June 2014, Legal Learning Series
Focus Group Boot Camp, Miami, FL, June 2014, Legal Learning Series
Websites
https://coffeymcpharlin.com/
Coffey McPharlin Law Firm Website
Coffey McPharlin
550 South Andrews Ave., Ste. 420, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Monday: 9 AM - 6 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 6 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 6 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed