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TARA S. LOPEZ

Partner

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Tara focuses her practice on defending physicians, health care providers, and other professionals in civil liability claims.  Prior to joining the firm, she gained extensive experience litigating a variety of civil liability and professional negligence claims while practicing with a large statewide defense firm.

As a native of Kentucky, Tara graduated from the Honors Program magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a minor in Business from the University of Kentucky.  She went on to earn her Juris Doctorate from the University of Florida Levin College of Law, where she served as a mentor to elementary school students and as a Teaching Assistant for the first-year Legal Research and Writing and Appellate Advocacy courses. As a member of the Florida Moot Court team, she served as the Publicity Chair, and in addition, was actively involved in the Association of Law & Business throughout law school.

Outside of the office, Tara enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, traveling when possible, and staying active.

Education

  • University of Kentucky, B.A. 2008
  • University of Florida, J.D. 2011

Court Admissions

  • The Florida Bar, admitted 2011
  • Kentucky Bar Association, admitted 2012
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida

Memberships

  • Orange County Bar Association
  • Junior League of Greater Orlando (2013-2014)
  • Junior League of the Palm Beaches (2012-2013)

Publications

  • Flaxman v. Gov’t Employees Ins. Co. Case Brief, The Florida Bar Business Law Journal: Case Law Update (2009)

Practice Areas

  • Civil Litigation
  • Dental Malpractice Defense
  • General Liability
  • Legal Malpractice Defense
  • Medical Malpractice Defense
  • Professional Liability
  • Personal Injury Litigation
  • Premises Liability