Claire D. Hancock
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Biography
Since 1991, Claire Hancock has helped Tampa injury victims get back their lives after accidents involving wrongful death, auto accidents and slip-and-fall injury cases. As a wife and mother of two young adult daughters, Claire brings a compassionate perspective to exceeding the expectations of our clients.
•Licensed to practice law in Florida and Washington, D.C.•Florida Bar: Editorial Board of Florida Bar News and Florida Bar Journal
•North Tampa Bar Association•Carrollwood Area Business Association
•Florida Justice Association, Women’s Caucus
•Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association
•Florida Association of Women Lawyers, Mattie Belle Davis Society
•Hillsborough Association of Women Lawyers
•North Tampa Chamber of Commerce
•Hernando County Chamber of Commerce
•Hernando County Bar Association
Claire was born and raised on the beaches of Treasure Island, Florida. She is a graduate of St. Petersburg Catholic High School. In her free time, Claire enjoys distance running and open water swimming, as well as other outdoor activities with her husband and two daughters, Hannah and Grace, such as snow skiing, saltwater fishing and mountain biking.
Claire is honored to serve for her fourth year on the Editorial Board of the Florida Bar Journal. She is twice published in the Florida Bar Journal with her book reviews of “The Fight to Vote” (March, 2018) and “The Political Determinants of Health” (Sep/Oct 2020). Claire has been featured on CNBC.com in “Game-Changing Multitasking Tips from People Who Work 80-hour Weeks” and a guest blogger for other personal injury law firms.
Claire is proud to have been a Master with the Tampa Bay Inn of Court, which is an association of judges, lawyers and law students who share a passion for professional excellence. Monthly meetings outside the courtroom and pressures of daily practice allow members to experience significant educational experiences while building and strengthening professional relationships.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Insurance Claims
Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Associate The Yerrid Law Firm
Year: 1997 - 1999
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Associate Mark Shelton, P.A.
Year: 1992 - 1995
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Partner Hancock Injury Attorneys
Year: 2000 - Current
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Professional Associations
Florida Bar Editorial Board: Florida Bar News and Florida Bar Journal (2017 - Current)
American Inns of Court Master (2017 - 2019)
Florida Association for Women Lawyers (Hillsborough County Chapter) Member (2004 - Current)
Florida Justice Association Member (1999 - Current)
North Tampa Bar Association Member (2008 - Current)
Carrollwood Area Business Association Member (2010 - Current)
Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association Member (2005 - Current)
Publications
The Political Determinants of Health The Florida Bar Journal (September, 2020)
The Fight to Vote The Florida Bar Journal (March, 2018)
Awards
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Fastest Growing Law Firm
Law Firm 500 2018.0
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2017 Business of The Year
Carrollwood Area Business Association 2017.0
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Fastest Growing Law Firm
Law Firm 500 2016.0
Education
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South Texas College of Law J.D. | Law
Year: 1988 - 1991
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University of Houston - Main Campus B.A. | Political Science
Year: 1985 - 1988
Websites
1317 West Fletcher Avenue, Tampa, FL 33612
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours