Having served as a non-commissioned officer in the United States Marine Corps, Keith never shies away from a challenge. When he takes on a case, he is determined to see it through to its conclusion. He has been practicing for twenty years and focuses his practice in the areas of personal injury, car accident and insurance disputes, including bad faith litigation, with the goal of making a positive impact on peoples' lives. Keith's approach to law is grounded in honesty and a firm belief that taking the time to get to know clients and ensure they have a solid, realistic understanding of their legal rights and the particular difficulties that may be involved in handling their case always leads to a more positive outcome for his clients. Keith is a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in Personal Injury 2013-2015, Super Lawyer in Personal Injury 2016-2021, and a Super Lawyer in Insurance Coverage 2018-2024. He also holds a Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Attorney designation and an AVVO rating of 5.0.
Bar Admissions
- Florida, 2003
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Florida, 2004
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida, 2011
- U.S. Court of Appeals 11th Circuit, 2007
- U.S. Supreme Court, 2024
Practice Areas
- Insurance Disputes
- Personal Injury
- Car Accidents
- Disability Benefits
- Consumer Protection Claims
Professional Associations
- Escambia-Santa Rosa County Bar Association, 2004 – 2022
- Florida Academy of Trial Lawyers, 2004 – 2007
- American Association for Justice, 2009
- National Association of Consumer Advocates, 2008-2010
- National Police Accountability Project, 2009-2012
Education
- University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law, Gainesville, Florida, 2003 J.D.
Honors and Awards
- National Trial Lawyers, Top 100
- Lifetime Member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Top 100 Personal Injury Verdicts in Florida, 2021
- Super Lawyer in Insurance Coverage, 2018 – 2025
- Super Lawyer Rising Star in Personal Injury, 2013 – 2015
- Super Lawyer in Personal Injury, 2016 – 2017
- Winner: InWeekly's Best of the Coast Runner-Up Best Attorney, 2025
- AV Preeminent Rating on Martindale-Hubbell
- 5.0 Superb rating on Avvo
- Finished Law Degree in two and a half years
- Certified legal intern with the State Attorney's Office (Ocala branch)
- University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, 2000 B.A. Major:Â Political Science / Police Practices
- Finished Degree in 3 Years with Honors
- Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society
- Golden Key National Honor Society
Notable Cases
- Bailey v. Swindell, 940 F. 32 1295 (11th Cir. 2019)
- Thompson v. Hall (Sheriff of Santa Rosa County) et al, Case No.:15349 (11th Cir. 2012)
- Welsh v. Ascension Health, 2009 WLÂ 1444431Â (N.D. Fla 2009)
- Hulbert v. Vogt, 972 So. 2d (1st DCA 2008)
- Whitt v. Q & I, Inc., 2007 WL 201113 (N.D. Fla. Jan. 24, 2007)
Pro Bono Activities
- Child Protection Team Attorney, 2013 to Present
- Board Chairman, Gulf Coast Kids House, 2017
- Board of Director, Gulf Coast Kids House, 2010 to 2021
- East Hill Music Festival Board of Directors, 2013
- Escambia/Santa Rosa County Mock Trial Coach, 2004 – 2005
- United Way Volunteer Attorney:Â Assistance to Foreclosure Victims, 2008
- Voter Protection Rights Attorney, 2008 Elections
