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Haliczer Pettis & Schwamm PA

United States 2025

Overview

Haliczer Pettis & Schwamm, P.A. (HPS) is a nationally recognized law firm based in Florida. The firm has extensive experience in dealing with medical malpractice, personal injury and wrongful death, catastrophic injury, child injury, premises liability and appellate matters. Our attorneys have nearly 200 years of combined experience litigating cases throughout the State of Florida. HPS is service oriented and committed to providing zealous representation and superior value to our clients. We strive to meet the unique needs of our diverse clientele in a timely and effective manner. HPS employs in-house medical professionals who can quickly and efficiently assess the medical issues that arise in our litigation matters. Our experienced skilled paralegals assist the partners in evaluating and managing the intricacies of each case. In addition, our in-house appellate staff provides support by thoroughly researching and analyzing the unique legal issues of each case. Over the years, our team has developed close working relationships with expert witnesses in virtually every field. These resources allow us to be tough, aggressive and to move cases toward resolution, whether through trial, settlement or alternative dispute resolution.

Founded:
1996
Size:
7
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Practice Areas:
4
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
6

Rankings

Regional

Fort Lauderdale

Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Litigation - Health Care
Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Litigation - Insurance
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1
Fort Lauderdale
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs

Firm Leadership

Richard B. Schwamm
Partner

Rankings

Regional

Fort Lauderdale

Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Litigation - Health Care
Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Litigation - Insurance
Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Fort Lauderdale
Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs

Orlando

Tier
1
Orlando
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Orlando
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Practice Areas

Haliczer Pettis & Schwamm PA has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 6 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Appellate Practice
  • Catastrophic Injury
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Haliczer Pettis & Schwamm PA proudly has 6 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Awards

Haliczer Pettis & Schwamm PA is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Haliczer Pettis & Schwamm PA has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Haliczer Pettis & Schwamm PA continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.

Best Lawyers in America List

James S. Haliczer

Eugene K. Pettis

Richard B. Schwamm

Kenneth J. Miller

Richard L. Allen, Jr.

Best Lawyers (LOTY) Fort Lauderdale Lawyer of the Year

James. S Haliczer (2015)

Eugene K. Pettis (2013-2017-2018-2023)

Offices & Contacts

Fort Lauderdale, FL
One Financial Plaza, Seventh Floor
100 Southeast Third Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33394
United States
Orlando, FL
Landmark Center Two, Suite 475
225 East Robinson Street
Orlando, FL 32801
United States
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