Jessica Hoffman
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Seasoned attorney skilled in civil litigation and legal drafting, recognized for exceptional productivity and efficiency. Efficient in fostering client and court relationships through clear communication and trust. Demonstrated success in delivering favorable outcomes across a diverse client base, supported by strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of complex legal concepts. Achievements include impactful litigation results and effective management of legal risks, with a commitment to advancing client interests.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
ATTORNEY
Jimerson Birr P.A.
Jacksonville, FL
02.2024 - Current
- Manages comprehensive portfolio of plaintiff cases for financial institutions, covering all phases from pre-suit to post-judgment
- Handles discovery requests and contested civil litigation hearings
- Assesses regulatory and compliance risks to advise the Collections Department
- Maintains current knowledge of evolving consumer regulations affecting the case portfolio
ATTORNEY
Rolfe & Lobello, P.A.
Jacksonville, FL
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Managed a high-volume of breach of contract plaintiff cases
- Negotiated with opposing parties to avoid litigation and reach resolutions
- Attended daily hearings including summary judgment, claim of exemption, case management, bench trials, and pre-trial conferences
- Oversaw Discovery requests and drafted pleadings
- Prepped clients for mediation and trial
- Maintained a 95% settlement rate in mediations
ATTORNEY & OWNER
Florida Family Formation
Jacksonville, FL
12.2019 - 12.2022
- Represented clients in family formation including surrogacy, gamete donation, adoption, and parental establishment
- Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated contracts, clinic consent forms, and management services organization agreements between parties, physicians, agencies, and service providers
- Monitored and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by the Food and Drug Administration, Family Medical Leave Act, and various health insurance schemes on a state and federal level
- Drafted pleadings for court appearances and dispute resolution while focusing on a collaborative approach to problem-solving
- Served on an international board overseeing the legal, regulatory, and ethical implications of Assisted Reproductive Technology through the development of legal training and writing model legislation
- Frequent speaker for the American Bar Association CLEs and other ART-related professional organizations
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
The Law Offices of Robert T. Terenzio
Tampa & Orlando, FL
04.2012 - 12.2019
- Represented domestic and international parties in third-party reproduction including surrogacy, gamete donation, and adoption
- Drafted surrogacy and donation contracts for Intended Parents
- Reviewed and negotiated contracts for surrogates and donors
- Collaborated with fertility clinics, agencies, physicians, and hospitals to develop birth plans for intended parents
- Counseled Intended Parents, Surrogates, and Donors throughout the third-party reproduction process
- Drafted legal pleadings and attended hearings on behalf of clients with the goal of parental establishment
Education
Juris Doctorate - Law
Florida Coastal School of Law
Jacksonville, Florida12.2012
Bachelors - Speech Communication
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, Kentucky12.2000
Skills
- Civil Litigation
- Strategic Negotiation Skills
- Strong Verbal Communication
- Pleading Drafting Skills
- Motion Practice
- Discovery Process
- Litigation Strategy
- Trial Preparation
- Client Relationships
- Court Procedures
- Alternative Dispute Methods
- Westlaw and Lexis Proficiency
Pre-law Work Experience
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida, Art Director, Jacksonville, FL, 2006 - 2009
- American Modern Insurance Group, Graphic Designer, Cincinnati, OH, 2003 - 2006
- Info-Hold, Copywriter, Milford, OH, 2001 - 2003
- General Electric, Communications Specialist, Cincinnati, OH, 2008 - 2001
Licenses / Professional Affiliations / Awards
- Florida Bar, admitted 2014
- American Bar Association: Executive Council Member, Assisted Reproductive Technology Committee, CLE Planning Committee
- Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association
- Jacksonville Bar Association
Publications
- You Say Adoption, I Say Objection: Why the Word War over Embryo Disposition Is More Than Just Semantics, Hoffman, Jessica, Family Law Quarterly, 46, 3, Fall 2012, 397–418
- Reproductive Technology Law in Florida, Hoffman, Jessica, Florida Bar Association, Health Law Section, XVII, 5, Winter 2014, 3,6
Timeline
ATTORNEY
Jimerson Birr P.A.
02.2024 - Current
ATTORNEY
Rolfe & Lobello, P.A.
01.2023 - 02.2024
ATTORNEY & OWNER
Florida Family Formation
12.2019 - 12.2022
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
The Law Offices of Robert T. Terenzio
04.2012 - 12.2019
Juris Doctorate - Law
Florida Coastal School of Law
Bachelors - Speech Communication
Northern Kentucky University