As a member of the Standing Committee for Aviation Law Certification in Florida, our attorney Galen Bauer has already been an active force in defining, evaluating, and governing the title of “Board Certified Aviation Law Specialist” in the state of Florida – an important task for the legal profession as a whole. Now, our team is proud to share that Galen Bauer has been selected as the new Chair of Aviation Law Read More
Partners Spohrer and Dodd Selected to 2020 Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers Announces 2020 Selections Each year, the research team at Super Lawyers – one of the most respected legal ranking organizations in the country – identifies those attorneys who can truly be called “outstanding” in their practice area and region. For 2020, we’re delighted to share that our founding and senior partners Robert Spohrer and Roger Dodd have once again been selected to the prestigious Super Read More
Attorney Newman Speaks at Paralegal Association of Florida in Tallahassee
As committed personal injury attorneys, our team is always excited to share our knowledge, skills, and experience with the greater Florida legal community. Recently, one member of our team got the chance to do exactly that, when our firm partner Barry Newman was asked to lecture at the spring convention of the Paralegal Association of Florida in Tallahassee. Held on Saturday, March 7th, the 2020 Annual Spring Read More
Spohrer Dodd Wins “Most Spirited” in 2020 Charity Chili Cook-Off
Spohrer Dodd Wins “Most Spirited” in 2020 Charity Chili Cook-Off Every year the Jacksonville Bar Association Young Lawyers Section (YLS) hosts a “Chili Cook-Off” for charity – and every year, our legal team at Spohrer Dodd is excited to participate in this friendly competition for a worthy cause! Held on Saturday, February 15th at the Riverside Arts Market in Jacksonville, the event raised money to support the Read More
Miami Air Defense Lawyers Argue Crash Was an Act of God
Last year, our team at Spohrer Dodd filed a lawsuit against Miami Air International alleging that preventable errors caused Miami Air Flight 293 to crash into the St. Johns River. Arguing on behalf of passenger Gary Moss, who was severely injured in the Flight 293 crash, our attorney Galen Bauer has led the charge against the Miami Air defense team. As the trial continues in federal court, Attorney Bauer appeared on Read More
Spohrer Dodd Helps the Five Star Veterans Center Hit Fundraising Goal
Nearly one and a half million American veterans live in a state of constant housing insecurity. Many are struggling with PTSD and/or other mental health issues that make it difficult for them to further their education or hold down a job. The Five Star Veterans Center was created to address the needs of this group. Their transitional housing center provides residents with comprehensive support to help them prepare Read More
Attorney Robert Spohrer Published in Florida Bar Journal
After a whistleblower’s report kicked off an inquiry and the eventual impeachment of the President of the United States, some Washington insiders publicly questioned the identity of the reporter. Others warned against actions that might even appear retaliatory. While the tumult in our government has caused a high-profile discussion on whistleblower rights and protections, it is hardly the only sector to grapple with Read More
Spohrer Dodd Sponsoring American Beach Museum Anniversary Event
Spohrer Dodd is sponsoring the American Beach Museum’s 5th anniversary celebration! On December 12, 2019 the American Beach Museum will commemorate five years of sharing the story of Florida’s American Beach. American Beach was founded in 1935 by Abraham Lincoln Lewis and the Afro-American Life Insurance Company, as a place where African-American individuals could enjoy “recreation and relaxation without Read More
Jay Howanitz Featured in Attorney At Law Magazine
Attorney At Law Magazine is one of the best-known and respected legal magazines in the country, offering up critical legal insights and in-depth attorney highlights in both online and print publications. That’s why Spohrer Dodd is thrilled to announce that our attorney Jay Howanitz has been featured in the most recent issue of Attorney At Law Magazine! Appearing under the “Litigator Spotlight” section, the article Read More
Robert Spohrer Coaches Cross Examinations at the NTL’s Trial Academy Bootcamp
On Saturday, November 23rd, our very own Robert Spohrer was honored to serve as a coach for the National Trial Lawyer’s Top 40 Under 40 Trial Academy Bootcamp. In this program, veteran trial attorneys help emerging legal professionals build their courtroom confidence and become the best trial lawyers they can be. About the Event The 3-day conference in Orlando, Florida began with attendees watching footage of Read More



