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TLo obtains appellate win in Ziegler public records dispute
The Florida Second District Court of Appeal reversed a lower court’s ruling that blocked release of public records related to a closed criminal investigation of former Florida Republican Party Chairman Christian Zielger. The appellate court rejected claims by Ziegler and his wife, Sarasota School Board member Bridget Ziegler, that alleged Fourth Amendment violations and the…
Defamation Suit Against The Washington Post Dismissed on Summary Judgment.
The Washington Post was recently granted summary judgment in a defamation case brought by Trump Media & Technology Group in the Middle District of Florida. Thomas & LoCicero, along with lead counsel at Williams & Connolly, represented The Post. [Order.]
Thomas & LoCicero is pleased to welcome Justin Cintron as our newest associate in the firm’s Ft. Lauderdale office.
Thomas & LoCicero is pleased to announce that Justin Cintron has joined the firm as our newest associate. Over the past year, Justin has been an asset to our team while serving as a law clerk, demonstrating a strong commitment to legal excellence and client service. We are thrilled to celebrate his transition into this…
Thomas & LoCicero is pleased to announce that six lawyers have been recognized in the 2027 edition of “Best Lawyers in America.”
Since its inaugural publication in 1983, Best Lawyers has become an eminent legal distinction. It is universally respected for its unbiased and meticulous evaluation process. This year’s 2027 edition of Best Lawyers in America recognizes Thomas & LoCicero lawyers in the following categories, including one as “Lawyer of the Year” in their areas: To be…
TLo obtains Summary Judgment for The Washington Post in Trump Media & Technology Group Defamation Case
The Washington Post was recently granted summary judgment in a defamation case brought by Trump Media & Technology Group in the Middle District of Florida. Thomas & LoCicero, along with lead counsel at Williams & Connolly, represented The Post. [Link]
Attorney Daniela Abratt-Cohen, featured in ESPN’s most recent coverage of the high-profile Bryan Pata retrial!
Thomas & LoCicero is proud to see our attorney, Daniela Abratt-Cohen, featured in ESPN’s most recent coverage of the high-profile Bryan Pata retrial! Representing a coalition of major media outlets, Daniela strongly advocated for First Amendment rights and judicial transparency during a hearing regarding proposed gag orders and media restrictions. She emphasized that open courtroom…
Four lawyers from Thomas & LoCicero have been named to the 2026 Florida Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.
The Thomas & LoCicero attorneys honored this year, and their practice areas, are: Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. This selection process includes independent research, peer nominations and peer evaluations. The Super Lawyers list…
Thomas & LoCicero PL Ranked Among Top Intellectual Property Firms in Tampa Bay
Thomas & LoCicero PL is proud to announce that the firm has been named on the Tampa Bay Business Journal’s Largest Intellectual Property Attorneys list, featured in the May 1, 2026 issue. This recognition reflects the firm’s continued commitment to delivering exceptional intellectual property counsel to clients across the Tampa Bay region and beyond. Being…
Thomas & LoCicero is pleased to welcome Rachael Jones as an associate in the firm’s Tampa office.
We are proud to welcome Rachael to our firm. Rachael brings over a decade of legal experience, including distinguished service as a Judicial Law Clerk to three esteemed judges beginning in 2018. Prior to her clerkship, she served as a Legal Fellow at the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press in Washington, D.C., an…
Understanding Defamation Law in Florida: What You Need to Know
Introduction The freedom to speak, report, and comment on matters of public concern is essential to a functioning democracy. Florida defamation law sits at the intersection of this constitutional protection and the interests of individuals who believe a statement has caused reputational harm. Because the law imposes significant limits on when speech may be punished,…
Thomas & LoCicero is pleased to welcome Melissa McDavitt as a partner in the firm’s Fort Lauderdale office.
Melissa brings nearly two decades of litigation and trial experience, including first-chair trial work and the management of cases across Florida. She has also supervised and mentored teams of attorneys, earning a reputation for her strategic advocacy and practical guidance. Her background includes a concentration in fraud investigations, giving her valuable insight into high-stakes matters.…
Thomas & LoCicero is pleased to announce that seven lawyers have been recognized in the 2026 edition of “Best Lawyers in America.”
Since its inaugural publication in 1983, Best Lawyers has become an eminent legal distinction. It is universally respected for its unbiased and meticulous evaluation process. This year’s 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in America recognizes Thomas & LoCicero lawyers in the following categories, including two as “Lawyer of the Year” in their areas: To be…
Thomas & LoCicero lawyers win dismissal with prejudice of defamation claims against NPR and Floodlight
Agreeing with Thomas & LoCicero attorneys, a Florida court has dismissed with prejudice two defamation claims against National Public Radio, Inc. (“NPR”) and Floodlight News. The claims arose from a 2022 article jointly published by NPR and Floodlight News titled, “She was an ABC News producer. She also was a corporate operative.” The article covered the…