Overview

THE TRIAL LAW FIRM TRUSTED BY LAWYERS

Awarded yet another Best Law Firm in 2025 by Best Lawyers, MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers continues to be recognized in the top echelon of law firms in the nation. Since 1975, the lawyers of MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers in Tampa, Florida have served victims and the families of those who have been victimized by negligence. Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by The Florida Bar, nationally board certified in Civil Trial Law by The National Board of Trial Advocacy and nationally Board Certified in Medical Malpractice Law by the ABPLA, Jeffrey “Jack” Gordon, managing partner, leads a team of some of the most dedicated and talented legal minds in the profession. “It’s an honor to be recognized as one of the nation’s best legal practices for personal injury, medical malpractice and wrongful death amongst so many talented and hard-working lawyers,” says Gordon. "The trust we've earned among our peers in our legal field is truly valued and we strive to extend and strengthen it with fierce dedication to our clients."

ONE OF TAMPA BAY’S MOST REFERRED LAW FIRMS

Achieving multiple verdicts and settlements in excess of millions of dollars, MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers earned a lifetime membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and has become one of the most referred law firms in the Tampa Bay area. Even opposing counsel expresses positive reviews like, “My experience with…MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers has been extremely positive. They are the opposing counsel, and even though I am litigating against them…I respect this firm and its medical malpractice department and give them the highest rating possible.”

WHY THEY’RE ONE OF THE BEST

Most cases don’t go to trial and most lawyers don’t either. The vast majority of cases are settled without achieving the highest possible result. So when the defendant recognizes that experienced trial lawyers such as MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers are prosecuting the claim, they tend to consider the value of the case to be higher. The attorneys of MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers have been acknowledged and recognized with numerous awards and honors. These achievements include:

  • Top 100 SuperLawyers® in the state of Florida
  • Top 50 SuperLawyers® of Tampa Bay
  • In 2023, Mr. Gordon was inducted into Florida Trend’s Legal Elite Hall of Fame
  • Consistently designated as a Legal Elite by Florida Trend’s Magazine
  • Consistently recognized from The Best Lawyers in America©
  • Consistently AV® rated Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell

SUPERIOR TRIAL RESOURCES

MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers is committed to outstanding trial presentation by retaining the most qualified experts. To enhance the presentation of evidence in the courtroom, they collaborate with the best expert witnesses and consultants.

  • Leading Academic Medical Professionals Including Physicians, Engineers, Professors of Medicine, and Scientists from the top universities in the United States.
  • First-Rate Trial Consultants utilizing a complete array of multimedia presentation tools and techniques providing competitive advantages at trial.
  • Top-Notch Video Producers with decades of experience in broadcast and surrounding industries to create presentations than stand apart from the rest.

HAVE A TOP-RATED LAW FIRM FIGHT FOR YOU

“It takes outstanding people to achieve outstanding results. And it takes a team of outstanding people to accomplish real change,” says Jack Gordon. “Achieving the best results and making the world safer is our larger mission. Every case provides an opportunity to improve the world for us, for our families and for generations to come.”

Regardless of the type of negligence that has caused suffering, you do not have to face your ordeal alone. Take advantage of a free consultation with MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers and receive an honest assessment of your claim with no risk. Learn how experienced and qualified trial lawyers can assist you with securing the justice you deserve.

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Rankings

Regional

Tampa

Tier
1
Tampa
Immigration Law
Tier
1
Tampa
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Tampa
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Firm Leadership

Christian Zeller
Partner

About Our Clients

"MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers are my go-to for the hardest cases. They win cases others wouldn't even try handling."

Todd Aidman of Ford Harrison LLP

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"Jack Gordon, at MANEY | GORDON Trail Lawyers, is extremely competent. I have referred several cases to Jack in the past and I have never been disappointed. I endorse Jack wholeheartedly!"

Tim Prugh of Prugh & Associates

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"I am a senior partner in a global law firm that has an office in Tampa and 1800 partners world wide...I am familiar with the law firms in Tampa that handle tort issues and in particular medical malpractice...I have referred numerous matters to MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers which is my firm of first choice for all such referrals. Clients referred have all been extremely happy with the legal knowledge and expertise demonstrated by the firm in handling such and more importantly the results of the litigation. MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers is at the top of the class of attorneys that handle such matters."

Stephen Mitchell of Squire Patton Boggs

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“Attorney Jack Gordon is the most knowledgeable attorney practicing in the area of Personal Injury/Medical Malpractice that I have had the pleasure of working with. Any person who is injured through the medical malpractice of doctors or hospitals would have the best representation if they hire attorney Jack Gordon and his law firm.”

Vera Brooks of Brooks & Brooks

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“All medical malpractice…cases are referred to MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers and they always do a great job for my clients.”

Sami Thalji of Stamatakis + Thalji + Bonanno

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Outstanding group of lawyers who are not scared of the tough case.”

Scott Tozian of Smith, Tozian, Daniel & Davis, P.A.

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“I am opposing counsel with MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers, and despite the fact that we are on opposite sides, it has always been a pleasure working with the medical malpractice lawyers at this firm. That is my area of specialty, and I am always thrilled to see them on the other side as I know that the litigation process will be professional and the cases will be handled in an appropriate and effective manner.”

Anonymous

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“I have referred multiple complex cases to MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers and Jack Gordon and staff were exceptional in their response and handling.”

Anonymous

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“Jack Gordon of MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers is not only a superb trial attorney, he is family to me. He genuinely cares about his clients and their plight. My case was very complicated and spanned over years; he was there fighting for me in my corner every step of the way. He is impassioned, tenacious and an expert! I could not have wanted for a greater attorney. Thank you Jack!”

Jennifer Bellevue

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“For a personal injury lawyer, Jack Gordon knows more about the medicine than most doctors. He'll be my lawyer if I ever get hurt because of someone else's negligence.”

Matt Jowanna of Law Offices of Matthew J. Jowanna, P.A.

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“I referred a very difficult premises liability case to Mr. Gordon, after another prominent plaintiff's lawyer turned it down. Over an extended period of time he successfully appealed an unfavorable ruling and obtained a very favorable settlement for the client. Outstanding tenacity and expertise by Mr. Gordon.”

Scott Tozian of Smith, Tozian, Daniel & Davis, P.A.

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“MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers are extremely thorough. All attorneys know their area of the law very well.”

Anonymous

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“Jack Gordon at MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers is amazing! He is very personable, knowledgeable, helpful and professional. I highly recommend him and his firm.”

Lara LaVoie of LaVoie & Kaizer, P.A.

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“The law firm of MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers are true advocates for their clients as well as ethical, honest and very skilled. I only have positive experiences as to their caliber of professionalism.”

Mark Mclaughlin of Beytin, McLaughlin, McLaughlin, O'Hara & Bocchino, P.A.

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“My experience with the medical malpractice attorneys at MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers has been extremely positive. They are the opposing counsel, and even though I am litigating against them, they well understand the notion that you can disagree without being disagreeable. They are always professional, civil and courteous. I respect this firm and its medical malpractice department and give them the highest rating possible.”

Anonymous

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“Jack Gordon, at MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers is one of the finest men I know both as a lawyer and a person.”

Anonymous

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“I couldn't have asked for a more experienced, knowledgeable, supportive, trial lawyer than Jack Gordon of MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers. He treated me like family, believed in me, and went above and beyond to help me with my plight. I am eternally grateful.”

Jennifer Bellevue

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“MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers is absolutely top-notch. They are the absolute best at what they do.”

Matt Jowanna of Law Offices of Matthew J. Jowanna, P.A.

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“The team at MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers are good lawyers.”

Scott Tozian of Smith, Tozian, Daniel & Davis, P.A.

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“Attorney Jack Gordon is the most knowledgeable attorney practicing in the area of Personal Injury/Medical Malpractice that I have had the pleasure of working with. Any person who is injured through the medical malpractice of doctors or hospitals would have the best representation if they hire attorney Jack Gordon and his law firm.”

Anonymous

Highlighted Client Comments

These featured testimonials reflect a sampling of client experiences. As every legal matter is unique—comments are personal opinions, not guarantees of future results.
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
I contacted Maney Gordon Zeller for immigration services. Immediately as I walked through the door, I felt right at home. From the receptionist all the way to the top bosses whom I met the first day, everyone at this firm was very knowledgeable. All my questions were answered. They were very professional, took time to listen, and were very timely in each step. They follow up and keep you informed on the status of your situation. They know the law and in my opinion are the best. I will use them again, and recommend them to anyone. It's not all about the money, like I have seen other firms do. The people here have the passion for what they do. They care about their clients.
Annembom Tumban
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Maney Gordon Zeller is absolutely top-notch. They are the absolute best at what they do.
Matt Jowanna
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
I couldn't have asked for a more experienced, knowledgeable, supportive, trial lawyer than Jack Gordon of Maney Gordon Zeller. He treated me like family, believed in me, and went above and beyond to help me with my plight. I am eternally grateful.
Jennifer Bellevue
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Jack Gordon, at Maney Gordon Zeller, is one of the finest men I know both as a lawyer and a person.
 
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
My experience with the medical malpractice attorneys at Maney Gordon Zeller has been extremely positive. They are the opposing counsel, and even though I am litigating against them, they well understand the notion that you can disagree without being disagreeable. They are always professional, civil and courteous. I respect this firm and its medical malpractice department and give them the highest rating possible.
 
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
The law firm of Maney, Gordon and Zeller are true advocates for their clients as well as ethical, honest and very skilled. I only have positive experiences as to their caliber of professionalism.
Mark Mclaughlin
Beytin, McLaughlin, McLaughlin, O'Hara, Bocchino & Bolin
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Jack Gordon at Maney Gordon Zeller is amazing! He is very personable, knowledgeable, helpful and professional. I highly recommend him and his firm.
Lara LaVoie
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Maney Gordon Trial Attorneys are extremely thorough. All attorneys know their area of the law very well.
 
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
I referred a very difficult premises liability case to Mr. Gordon, after another prominent plaintiff's lawyer turned it down. Over an extended period of time he successfully appealed an unfavorable ruling and obtained a very favorable settlement for the client. Outstanding tenacity and expertise by Mr. Gordon.
Scott Tozian
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Outstanding group of lawyers who are not scared of the tough case.
Scott Tozian
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
For a personal injury lawyer, Jack Gordon knows more about the medicine than most doctors. He'll be my lawyer if I ever get hurt because of someone else's negligence.
Matt Jowanna
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Jack Gordon of Maney Gordon Trial Attorneys is not only a superb trial attorney, he is family to me. He genuinely cares about his clients and their plight. My case was very complicated and spanned over years; he was there fighting for me in my corner every step of the way. He is impassioned, tenacious and an expert! I could not have wanted for a greater attorney. Thank you Jack!
Jennifer Bellevue
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
I am opposing counsel with Maney Gordon Trial Lawyers, and despite the fact that we are on opposite sides, it has always been a pleasure working with the medical malpractice lawyers at this firm. That is my area of specialty, and I am always thrilled to see them on the other side as I know that the litigation process will be professional and the cases will be handled in an appropriate and effective manner.
 
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Attorney Jack Gordon is the most knowledgeable attorney practicing in the area of Personal Injury/Medical Malpractice that I have had the pleasure of working with. Any person who is injured through the medical malpractice of doctors or hospitals would have the best representation if they hire attorney Jack Gordon and his law firm.
Vera Brooks
Brooks & Brooks
Immigration Law
I was so lucky to get the personal attention of Mr. Richard Maney lawyer during my case and not the help of a paralegal. In this regard, I would like to recommend Mr. Maney services as one of the best lawyers in the Tampa Bay metro area. He's nice, educated, a professional, plus he's friendly and positive. If I would need another immigration lawyer, I most likely hired him again.
Claudia Flores
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
I have referred multiple complex cases to Maney Gordon Trial Lawyers, and Jack Gordon and staff were exceptional in their response and handling.
 
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
All medical malpractice and immigration cases are referred to Manny Gordon Trial Attorneys and they always do a great job for my clients.
Sami Thalji
Stamatakis + Thalji + Bonanno

Rankings

Regional

Tampa

Tier
1
Tampa
Immigration Law
Tier
1
Tampa
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Tampa
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Practice Areas

MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 3 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Consumer Protection Law
  • Dram Shop
    For more than twenty (20) years since having obtained our first seven-figure verdict in a Dram Shop Act case (in 2003), the attorneys at MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers have continued to enjoy success for our clients and families injured or killed as a result of improper service of alcohol by restaurants, bars, taverns, pubs, clubs, homeowners, and package and liquor stores. When irresponsible furnishing of alcohol is harmful, legal remedy may be available.

    In 2011, Attorney Jack Gordon achieved the highest multi-million-dollar award in the State of Florida for improper service of alcohol to a minor resulting in a catastrophic single vehicle automobile accident. Attorney Gordon was named in the 2014 Florida Verdicts Hall of Fame for garnering an Eight Million Dollar ($8,000,000.00) result in a Dram Shop case. MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers has since continued to obtained multi-million dollar results on a nearly annual basis in these cases.

  • Immigration Law
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
    Contact us if you feel you have been a victim of Medical Malpractice in any of the following areas:
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers offers representation in various areas of Personal Injury including, but not limited to:

  • Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs

    Trust MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers if you feel you are a victim of a defective product which can include the following:

    • toys
    • vehicles
    • medications
    • medical devices
    • industrial equipment
    • any product that has inadequate warnings
    • any product that has been defectively designed or manufactured
  • Wrongful Death

    With years of experience in wrongful death cases, we pride ourselves in being ranked as a top law firm in Florida when handling these complex cases. We have the resources, experience and credentials to take your case to trial and all the way to a verdict if necessary. Share your burden with a trusted wrongful death trial law firm dedicated to serving you in a time of need.

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers proudly has 5 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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Client Comments

A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
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Firm News

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April 5, 2023
Jack Gordon: Inducted into the Florida Trend Legal Elite Hall of Fame
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Awards

MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers 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, MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers 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 MANEY | GORDON Trial Lawyers continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
Recognized by Best Lawyers® as a Best Law Firm® in the country for 2025.
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report® as a Best Law Firm® in the country for 2023.
Firm of the #1 Medical Malpractice Attorney in Tampa Magazine’s TopLawyers® 2016-2023.
Firm of one of the Top 100 SuperLawyers® in Florida and one of the Top 50 SuperLawyers® in Tampa Bay.
Firm with trial lawyers listed as a Best Lawyer in America® since 2012.
Firm with trial lawyers selected among the Best Lawyers in the Bay Area by Tampa Bay Magazine.
Firm with a trial lawyer selected as one of the Leading Attorneys of the Southeastern United States, by Goldline Research and profiled in Forbes Magazine.
Firm with multiple trial lawyers rated AV Pre-eminent by Martindale Hubbell, the highest rating an attorney can obtain in the areas of legal ability and ethical standards.
Firm with a trial lawyer who earned a 2014 and a 2015 National Litigator Award from the Trial Lawyers Board of Regents.
Firm with a trial lawyer named to Florida’s Legal Elite by Florida Trend magazine.
Firm with a trial lawyer inducted into Florida Trend’s Legal Elite Hall of Fame which is comprised of merely 185 members.
Firm with a trial lawyer Board Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy in Civil Trial Advocacy.
Firm with a trial lawyer Board Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy in Civil Pre-Trial Practice Advocacy.
Firm with a trial lawyer Board Certified by the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys in Medical Malpractice law.
Firm with a trial lawyer elected to the American Board of Trial Advocates. ABOTA membership is by invitation only to trial lawyers of high personal character and honorable reputation, upon nomination, election and approval by the national board.
Firm with a Lifetime Member to the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the country. Membership is limited to the 1% of U.S. lawyers who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts/settlements.

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101 East Kennedy Boulevard, 17th Floor, Suite 1700
Tampa, FL 33602
United States
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