J.B. Spence
The Cochran Firm, with office locations nationwide
Phone Number:
(305) 567-1200
Fax:
(305) 856-7747
Widely known as the "Dean of Torts," J.B. Spence was the first attorney to obtain a million-dollar-plus verdict in the state of Florida. With more than 100 cases resulting in million dollar verdicts, his practice focuses on medical malpractice and premises liability litigation.
A seasoned litigator prior to joining The Cochran Firm, Mr. Spence has extensive experience in cases involving aircraft and airline disasters, arguing these cases in Florida and other states, as well as the U.S. Supreme Court. He has been recognized for his distinguished legal career in The Wall Street Journal and has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America.
A frequent lecturer and author of two books, Mr. Spence is an associate professor at the University of Miami School of Law. He is a member of the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, and the Inner Circle of Advocates. He has taught as an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Miami and has served as president of the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers.
In 1987, Mr. Spence was awarded the Perry Nichols Award, the highest honor bestowed by the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers. In 2001, he was the recipient of the prestigious Al J. Cone Lifetime Achievement Award given in recognition of a career of leadership, commitment, devotion and courage.
Mr. Spence obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law.
