Jill Mendelsohn Friedman

Partner

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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"My legal experience combined with my business background allows me to better protect and advocate for my clients’ interests."

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Jill Mendelsohn Friedman

Partner

Fort Lauderdale, FL

She/Her

"My legal experience combined with my business background allows me to better protect and advocate for my clients’ interests."

954-375-1157

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About Jill

For the past decade, Jill advises clients on personal injury, wrongful death, insurance coverage, products liability, negligent security, professional and medical malpractice claims, and nursing home abuse and neglect. She handles all aspects of litigation, including post-trial appellate motions, for clients such as multinational Fortune 500 companies, in both federal and state courts. Jill has a particular emphasis on defending catastrophic injury claims and large exposures.

Jill thrives in Hinshaw's collaborative environment, where attorneys across offices work together to deliver effective legal counsel. Jill’s clients appreciate her collaborative approach to the practice of law and her creative outlook on litigation strategy and problem solving.

Areas of Focus

Industries:

- Construction;
- Insurance

Services:

Experience

Defend Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts for over 10 years nationally and internationally. Obtained defense verdict for The Four Seasons in Norkin v. Four Seasons Resort and Spa, Palm Beach Florida, No.: 4D19-1919 (Fourth District Court of Appeal) arising from a wrongful death claim involving premises liability. Verdict upheld on appeal.
Obtained partial defense verdict in Reigelsperger v. Florida Safety Contractors, Inc., et al., (First District Court of Appeal), arising from a motor vehicle accident that allegedly resulted in brain damage to the plaintiff. The jury found the defendant only 20% negligent after successfully winning motions in limine to exclude evidence. The verdict was upheld on appeal.
Represented large national hospital chain in Florida and obtained a highly favorable settlement as defense counsel for a behavioral health facility. It was alleged the facility failed to protect a minor child, who was purportedly subjected to sexual abuse and lewd conduct by a fellow patient.

Recognition

The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™, Commercial Litigation, 2021 – 2026; Insurance Law, 2023 – 2026; Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants, 2023 – 2026
Florida Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2021 – 2025
South Florida Legal Guide, Top Up & Comer, Commercial Litigation, 2021
Daily Business Review, Professional Excellence Awards, Insurance Litigation Department of the Year – Midsize Firms, Winner, 2019