Fentrice DeNell Driskell

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Fentrice DeNell Driskell: Attorney with Swope, Rodante, Newsome & Steinberg
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Super Lawyers Badge
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Biography

Fentrice Driskell, a Tampa Bay native, is widely recognized as a trailblazer and impassioned advocate for her clients and all Floridians. She is the Minority Leader in the Florida House of Representatives and currently represents the residents of House District 67 throughout north Tampa and Hillsborough County. Prior to Ms. Driskell joining Swope, Rodante, Newsome & Steinberg as a partner in 2024, she served as Of Counsel and Shareholder for a prestigious national law firm.Ms. Driskell earned her Bachelor of Arts from Harvard University and her Juris Doctor from Georgetown Law. After law school, she served as a clerk for Judge Anne C. Conway of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida.Ms. Driskell’s legal acumen is regularly recognized by publishers and other legal rating organizations. She holds the prestigious AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell which is extended to only those attorneys who display the highest legal ability and ethical standards. Ms. Driskell has been recognized by Super Lawyers every year since 2011, a Rising Star from 2011-2019 and she has been selected to Super Lawyers from 2020 to present.A fixture within the community Ms. Driskell volunteers her time with various civic organizations including the Florida Bar where she served on the Standing Committee on Diversity and Inclusion for several years.In her career, Ms. Driskell has shown her strength in meeting her clients’ needs at every level, standing up to any adversary ― big or small. As fiercely as she advocates for her clients, she is equally compassionate and understanding of the challenges they face. She is a true fighter for the people. This dedication to her clients’ pursuit of justice aligns perfectly with the mission of Swope, Rodante, Newsome & Steinberg Her fight for justice continues to inspire and motivate those around her, making her a true champion for the people.
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Areas of Practice (38)

  • Probate & Trust
  • 216
  • Bankruptcy
  • Business Law
  • Civil Litigation
  • Diversity and Inclusion Committee
  • Office
  • Real Property
  • Antitrust & Trade Law
  • White Collar Crime
  • Government
  • Automobile Accidents
  • Automobile Insurance
  • Automotive Products Liability
  • Boating Accidents
  • Child Abuse and Neglect
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Complex Litigation
  • Construction Accidents
  • Drug and Medical Device Litigation
  • Head and Spinal Injuries
  • Insurance
  • Insurance Bad Faith
  • Legal Malpractice
  • Litigation
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Negligence
  • Nursing Home Litigation
  • Personal Injury
  • Premises Liability
  • Products Liability
  • Professional Liability
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Slip and Fall
  • Trucking Accidents
  • Uber Accidents
  • Lyft Accidents
  • Wrongful Death
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Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Harvard University, A.B., cum laude, 2001
Law School Attended:
Georgetown University Law Center, J.D., 2004
Year of First Admission:
2004
Admission:
2004, Florida; Florida Middle District Bankruptcy Court; U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit; U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida; U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Memberships:
Hillsborough County and American Bar Associations; George Edgecomb Bar Association (Secretary).
ISLN:
918826129

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Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (25 reviews)

  • Legal Knowledge

    5.0/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    5.0/5.0

  • Judgment

    5.0/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Of Counsel on 06/12/14 in Bankruptcy

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Of Counsel on 06/12/14 in Corporate Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 05/29/14 in Commercial Litigation

    Ms. Driskell is an outstanding lawyer and has the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and civility.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 05/27/14 in Commercial Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 05/26/14 in Complex Business Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 05/20/14 in Litigation

    Fentrice was always extremely professional, courteous, and a pleasure to work with. Despite being opposing counsel in a matter, we were able to get along and I truly believe that she is an excellent attorney that will attain great success in the leg... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Government Counsel on 05/19/14 in Bankruptcy

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 05/17/14 in Bankruptcy

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 05/12/14 in Commercial Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 05/09/14 in Bankruptcy

    Fentrice is an excellent attorney.

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