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Amanda McDermott and Melissa Isabel recognized as an AV Preeminent rated attorneys

Congratulations to Amanda McDermott and Melissa Isabel! They have been recognized as an AV Preeminent rated attorneys with Martindale-Hubbell. Martindale-Hubbell peer review ratings evaluate lawyers based on the anonymous opinions of members of the Bar and the Judiciary.

Criminal Trial Win

July 28, 2019/in Criminal Trial News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

Melissa Isabel obtained a not guilty verdict for her client charged with Felony Unlicensed Contracting in Hillsborough County. The defense involved challenging inadmissible evidence which violated the client’s constitutional right to confront witnesses against him.

Jordan Behlman Granted Summary Judgment

July 1, 2019/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

We are pleased to announce that Second District Court of Appeal of Florida has affirmed an Order granting summary judgment in favor of our client. After two years of contentious litigation, summary judgment was granted by the trial court less than two weeks before trial. Shortly thereafter, the Plaintiff appealed the final judgment that was entered based on that Order. After the appeal was fully briefed, Jordan Behlman successfully argued the brief before the Second District Court of Appeal of Florida leading to the favorable outcome.

Greg Jones honored by Tampa Bay Lightning

July 1, 2019/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

The Tampa Bay Lightning honored our shareholder, Greg Jones, as A Lightning Community Hero. Greg received a $50,000 donation from the Lightning Foundation and the Lightning Community Heroes program which he donated to the Faith Café and the Palma Ceia Little League Challenger Program (baseball for boys and girls with special needs.

Congratulations Kerry McGuinn

July 1, 2019/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

Rywant Alvarez Jones Russo & Guyton are proud to announce Kerry McGuinn has been named partner at the firm.

Rywant Alvarez proudly supports the HCBA Law and Liberty Dinner

May 2, 2019/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

Tampa Office - Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

Rywant Alvarez welcomes David Cuellar!

April 23, 2019/in Firm News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

We are pleased to announce our newest attorney to join the firm, David Cuellar. David is an Associate in the firm’s Tampa office. He focuses on Insurance Defense and Personal Injury. Prior to joining our firm, he has worked for many years in house for various insurance companies including USAA and Progressive. David is a Tampa native. He volunteers with Nativity Catholic Church and the American Cancer Society.

Rywant Alvarez Supports Meals on Wheels of Tampa

February 23, 2019/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

We are a proud Adopt-a-Route partner of Meals on Wheels of Tampa! Our staff and attorneys volunteer by delivering meals to Tampa’s home bound residents.

Congratulations Amanda McDermott

January 1, 2019/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

Rywant Alvarez Jones Russo & Guyton are proud to announce Amanda McDermott has been named the newest partner at the firm.

Melissa Isabel selected to the HCBA Bar Leadership Institute Class of 2018-2019

June 23, 2018/in Civil Trial Lawyers News, Firm News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

The Hillsborough County Bar Association is selected Melissa Isabel as a member of the Leadership Institute Class of 2018-19. The HCBA Bar Leadership Institute aims to identify and develop young attorneys of diverse backgrounds who have the potential to grow into future leaders.

Defense Verdict

November 15, 2017/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

Amanda McDermott and John Guyton obtain a defense verdict for their clients. See attached verdict form.

Verdict

John Guyton Approved

October 20, 2017/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

John Guyton was approved for membership in the American Board of Trial Advocates.

Congratulations John!

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HCBA Bar Leadership Institute

September 26, 2017/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

The Hillsborough County Bar Association is pleased to welcome Natoya Abel as a member of the Leadership Institute Class of 2017-18. Like previous years, the pool of prospective candidates was extremely competitive.

Congratulations Natoya, we are very proud of you!

Discrimination Suit Win

August 22, 2017/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

Lindsay Alvarez and Robert Strickland win a discrimination suit with prejudice.

Order Dismissing With Prejudice

Greg Jones and Andrew Russo victory

April 21, 2017/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

Greg Jones and Andrew Russo win jury trial in Hillsborough County.

Verdict

John Guyton Wins

March 17, 2017/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

John Guyton prevails in final judgment for Mutz Motors d/b/a Lakeland Automall regarding Non-solicitation/No Hire & Confidential Agreement.

Final Judgment

Greg Jones and John Guyton win trial in Citrus County

November 29, 2016/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

Greg Jones and John Guyton win trial in Citrus County.

Trial Verdict

Greg Jones and Gavin Magaziner win trial in Hillsborough County

October 29, 2016/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

Greg Jones and Gavin Magaziner win trial in Hillsborough County, see attached verdict.

Final Judgment

John Guyton Awarded Final Judgment

January 12, 2016/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

John Guyton recovers $182,500 for his clients along with $37,173 in costs.

Mike Rywant Has Been Recertified

December 23, 2015/in Civil Trial Lawyers News /by Rywant, Alvarez, Jones, Russo & Guyton P.A.

Mike Rywant has been recertified as a specialist in Civil Trial Law.

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