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William Wickline, Esq. is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Mediator with over 30 years of experience managing complex litigation on the defense side and high-stakes, catastrophic injury cases on the plaintiffs’ side. He has earned an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale Hubbell. This rating is based upon anonymous evaluations by members of the bar and the judiciary in the United States, and it serves as an objective indicator of a lawyer’s ethical standards and professional ability. An AV Preeminent rating is the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards. Mr. Wickline has also been recognized by Best Lawyers as one of the Best Lawyers in America in products liability defense. Recognition by Best Lawyers is based on a purely peer-review methodology that reflects the consensus opinion of leading lawyers about the professional abilities of their colleagues.

Notable Litigation Experience Defending Fortune 500 and Other Large Companies in Complex and Mass Litigation Include:

Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Defense: Defended both brand-name and generic pharmaceutical and medical device companies in high-stakes product liability litigation.

Environmental Claims: Represented a multinational chemical company in complex environmental contamination claims.

Tobacco Industry Defense: Defended a major cigarette manufacturer in litigation involving significant health-related claims.

Hearing Loss Litigation: Successfully represented an industrial products manufacturer in a complex hearing loss case involving over 300 plaintiffs.

Respirator Safety Litigation: Defended an industrial safety product manufacturer in mass litigation concerning the safety of respirators.

Class Action Defense: Defended a suture manufacturer in class action litigation.

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Gasoline Dispenser Litigation: Represented a gasoline dispenser manufacturer in a sensitive case involving a static electricity fire at a gas station, where strategic expert witness use was critical to the resolution.

Corporate Litigation: Represented a large mining company in a multi-million dollar commercial dispute.

Bank Failure Defense: Defended an international law firm against claims brought by the FDIC and an international accounting firm following the collapse of a national bank, navigating the intricate legal and financial issues involved.

Jurisdictional Dispute Victory: Responsible for one of the few reported cases where a large coal company prevailed in a jurisdictional dispute between MSHA and the coal company concerning a loading dock where a fatality occurred.

On the plaintiffs’ side, Mr. Wickline has achieved significant settlements and jury verdicts in a variety of high-stakes personal injury and wrongful death cases, including:

Fatal Industrial Accident: Secured an eight-figure settlement for a worker who tragically suffered fatal burns during pigging operations at a liquid natural gas processing station.

Wrongful Death Case: Represented the family of a decedent fatally struck by a large dump truck, navigating the complexities of wrongful death litigation with compassion and precision.

Drunk Driving Injury: Represented the mother of a fellow lawyer who sustained severe injuries after being struck by a drunk driver.

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Birth Injury: Represented a family whose child suffered hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy during birth, resulting in cerebral palsy.

Industrial Accident: Fought for an industrial worker who was permanently injured by a malfunctioning wood processing machine.

Of further significance, Mr. Wickline has worked with numerous jury consultants and participated in numerous mock trials involving high-stakes litigation. These mock trials offered a rare opportunity to observe jury deliberations firsthand and assess juror reactions to different legal arguments and facts. This unique insight into juror behavior enriches Mr. Wickline’s mediation practice, enabling him to anticipate challenges and guide parties toward informed, strategic resolutions.

With his extensive courtroom experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants, as well as his participation in numerous mock and actual trials, Mr. Wickline is exceptionally well-positioned to mediate a broad spectrum of disputes.

From products liability and personal injury to corporate, insurance and contractual disputes, he brings a balanced perspective that ensures fairness, efficiency, and a focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for all parties involved.

In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Wickline is a licensed Real Estate Broker in Florida, with a background in real estate appraisals from his prior experience as a licensed real estate appraiser. William Wickline is married to Judith, who is a registered professional nurse.

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