Caitlin Szematowicz, Appellate Attorney in St Petersburg, Florida
Over 14 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and Employment
PartneratBattaglia, Ross, Dicus & McQuaid, P.A.
St Petersburg, FL
Practicing appellate in St Petersburg since 2012.
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Caitlin Szematowicz is a partner based in St. Petersburg, FL. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Employment. Caitlin has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Battaglia, Ross, Dicus & McQuaid, P.A..
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- St. Petersburg, FL
- Experience
- over 14 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Business · Employment
- Handles Appellate, Business, and Employment matters from St. Petersburg, FL.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Caitlin Szematowicz: Caitlin Szematowicz is a partner based in St. Petersburg, FL. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Employment. Caitlin has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Battaglia, Ross, Dicus & McQuaid, P.A..
Areas of practice
Caitlin's practice areas in St Petersburg
Caitlin concentrates on appellate, business, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Caitlin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Appellate cases in St Petersburg, Florida
Caitlin takes appellate matters in St Petersburg, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caitlin agrees to represent you.
Business cases in St Petersburg, Florida
Caitlin takes business matters in St Petersburg, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caitlin agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in St Petersburg, Florida
Caitlin takes employment matters in St Petersburg, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caitlin agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in St Petersburg, Florida
Caitlin takes litigation matters in St Petersburg, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caitlin agrees to represent you.
Biography
Caitlin Szematowicz, appellate attorney serving St Petersburg
Caitlin Szematowicz is a partner based in St. Petersburg, FL. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Employment. Caitlin has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Battaglia, Ross, Dicus & McQuaid, P.A.. Caitlin works from St Petersburg, Florida and takes on appellate matters across the region.
Caitlin Szematowicz is a Partner with the firm, practicing in the areas of Civil & Commercial Litigation, Appeals, and Employment Law. Caitlin joined the firm in August 2012. Caitlin graduated magna cum laude from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in May 2012. She graduated cum laude from the University of Tampa, Honors Program, in December 2008, where she majored in Writing and received the “Outstanding Graduate in Writing” Award upon graduation.
While in law school, Caitlin worked as an appellate law clerk for a Washington D.C. law firm, extern at the United States Attorney’s Office, and a Certified Legal Intern at the State Attorney’s Office. She graduated law school with a Pro Bono Certificate due to her pro bono work as a research associate for the Florida Innocence Commission and was recognized in the Florida Innocence Commission’s Final Report to the Supreme Court of Florida for her extensive legal research.
Caitlin is recognized as a Super Lawyers “Rising Star” and was named a Rising Star in 2018, 2019, and 2020.
Caitlin is actively involved in the legal community. She is currently serving as the Executive Director of the Barney Masterson American Inn of Court.
She is a Past President of the St. Petersburg Bar Foundation and served on the Board of Trustees for the Foundation for six years.
She is also a Past President of the Pinellas County Trial Lawyers Association.
She serves on the St. Petersburg Bar Foundation’s annual professionalism seminar committee and is appointed to the Sixth Judicial Circuit’s Professionalism Committee.
She was selected as a speaker for the Florida Bar’s Practicing with Professionalism CLE in both 2014 and 2016. Caitlin has also chaired numerous events for the St. Petersburg Bar, including chairing the Pillars of Justice, Law Day, Oktoberfest, and Celebration of the Foundation events. She also previously co-authored a legal column for The Island Reporter, “The Premier Paper of the South Gulf Beaches.”
Caitlin Enjoys Volunteering in the Tampa Bay Area. For her community involvement, she was the recipient of the Barney Masterson American Inn of Court’s Thomas E. Penick, Jr. “The Rock” Award in 2014, an award which is given to a lawyer with less than five years of practice who has provided exceptional service to the community.
She is a member of the Florida Bar. She is also admitted to practice in the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, U.S. District Court of the Middle District of Florida, and Florida Middle District Bankruptcy Court.
Honors & Awards
Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2021
Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2020
Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2019
Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2018
Thomas E. Penick, Jr. “The Rock” Award, 2014
Finalist, St. Thomas Moore Moot Court Competition
National Dean’s List
Fraternities/Sororities
Delta Theta Phi (Professional Law Fraternity)
Omicron Delta Kappa (National Leadership Honor society)
Sigma Tau Delta (English Honor society)
Delta Epsilon Iota (Academic Honor Society)
Associations & Memberships
Pinellas County Trial Lawyers Association, Member, 2013 – Present
Pinellas County Florida Association of Women Lawyers, Member, 2013 – Present
St. Petersburg Bar Association, Member, 2012 – Present
St. Petersburg Bar Foundation Board of Trustees. 2014 – Present
How Caitlin handles appellate matters
Caitlin Szematowicz is a Partner with the firm, practicing in the areas of Civil & Commercial Litigation, Appeals, and Employment Law. Caitlin joined the firm in August 2012. Caitlin graduated magna cum laude from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in May 2012. She graduated cum laude from the University of Tampa, Honors Program, in December 2008, where she majored in Writing and…
The kind of cases Caitlin takes
Caitlin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and employment matters in St Petersburg and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Caitlin studied and practices
University of Florida Levin College of Law
JD · 2012
University of Tampa
B.A. Writing · 2008
Jurisdictions
Caitlin's state bar admissions
Florida U.S. Distric
2012 · ACTIVE
Caitlin studied at JD in University of Florida Levin College of Law and B.A. Writing in University of Tampa.
Law school and academic background
Caitlin completed JD in University of Florida Levin College of Law and B.A. Writing in University of Tampa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Caitlin runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Caitlin Szematowicz's office in St. Petersburg
Caitlin's primary office is at 5858 Central Avenue, Suite A, St. Petersburg, FL, 33707. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Battaglia, Ross, Dicus & McQuaid, P.A.
5858 Central Avenue, Suite A
St. Petersburg, FL 33707
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How to hire Caitlin Szematowicz — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Caitlin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Caitlin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Caitlin's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Caitlin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in St Petersburg, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Caitlin
Caitlin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Caitlin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Caitlin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Caitlin Szematowicz
How much does it cost to hire Caitlin for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Caitlin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Caitlin offer a free consultation?
Caitlin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Caitlin's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Caitlin's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Florida typically take?
Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Caitlin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Caitlin take my case if I'm outside St Petersburg?
Caitlin is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Caitlin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Caitlin?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Caitlin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Caitlin accepting new appellate clients right now?
Caitlin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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