Plant City, FL

Marcus Fernandez is a dedicated Tampa trial lawyer with extensive experience in personal injury, product liability, and wrongful death cases. He joined Kinney, Fernandez & Boire, P.A. in 2008 after earning his Bachelor of Science from the University of Central Florida in 2004 and his J.D. from South Texas College of Law in 2008. He is deeply involved in the Tampa Bay community, serving on the Board of Directors for Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida and was honored as a Tampa Bay Lightning Community Hero in 2019.

Manuel J. Fernandez

Manuel J. Fernandez launched his law career in 1987, growing Kinney, Fernandez & Boire, P.A. into a thriving practice with multiple office locations. He has exclusively represented individuals in over 20,000 cases involving personal injury, automobile accidents, negligence, slander, defamation, or civil rights violations. Mr. Fernandez is also involved in the Tampa community, supporting Make-A-Wish® Central and Northern Florida, and is the owner of Habana Art, LLC.

R. Lee Page Jr.

R. Lee Page Jr., known as the “Florida Man Lawyer,” is a Managing Partner at Battle Law, PLLC, specializing in personal injury cases. He leverages his background representing insurance companies and his experience as an Assistant Attorney General to advocate for individuals. He is barred in Florida, Georgia, Texas, and Colorado, and is known for his nuanced understanding of regional laws and his commitment to maximizing client compensation. He has a track record of achieving jury verdicts beyond insurance policy limits.

M. Brandon Robinson

Brandon Robinson is a Partner at Battle Law, PLLC, specializing in wills, trusts, estate planning, probate, guardianship, and veterans’ disability benefits. He earned his JD cum laude from Stetson University College of Law in 2015 and his BS from Hannibal-LaGrange University in 2011. Admitted to The Florida Bar in 2015, he is also licensed before the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida and accredited with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. He has been recognized as a 2024 Rising Star by Super Lawyers and holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

David H. Barnhill

David H. Barnhill graduated from the University of Florida (with Academic Honors) and the University of Florida College of Law (with Academic Honors). He grew up in Lakeland and settled in Plant City to practice law after college. He received his undergraduate degree in history from the University of Florida and his law degree from the University of Florida College of Law in 1998. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1998. Today, he represents clients in business litigation, criminal defense, and family law. He is a past board member of the Plant City Lions Club and a past officer and board member of the Plant City Friends of the Library. He believes in clear communication, diligence in work ethic, and determination, stating, 'By putting the needs and goals of clients first, everything else becomes very clear and easy. My experience with more than two decades in my trial practice has proven this philosophy to be true.'

Johnnie B. Byrd, Jr.

Johnnie B. Byrd, Jr. attended Auburn University and earned a degree in Business Administration. He received his law degree from the University of Alabama School of Law. He was admitted to the Florida and Alabama Bar Associations and has been actively practicing law with offices in Hillsborough County since 1988. His practice areas include business law and litigation, criminal defense, family law, probate and guardianship law, contested and uncontested divorce, and auto collision law. He was elected to the Florida House of Representatives, serving from 1996 to 2004, and served as Speaker of the House from 2002 to 2004. He is also the legislative founder of the Johnnie B. Byrd, Sr. Alzheimer’s Institute at the University of South Florida. Johnnie and his wife Melane are members of Palma Ceia Methodist Church in Tampa. He emphasizes confidentiality, professionalism, communication, and zealous representation, stating, "I have represented hundreds of clients over many years, and nothing is more rewarding than to take a stand for a client and make sure that they receive the peace of mind that their legal rights are protected. That is the true meaning of “justice for all.”"

Thomas B. Adams, III

Thomas (Tom) B. Adams, III is a distinguished attorney, airline pilot, and visionary entrepreneur. As the Founding Partner of Battle Law, PLLC, he has nearly a decade of experience in civil litigation, workers’ compensation, and governmental affairs. He has successfully argued before Florida’s First District Court of Appeal and has a keen interest in maritime and aviation law, leveraging his firsthand knowledge as an airline pilot.