How much does it cost to hire Howard for a general case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Howard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Howard offer a free consultation?

Howard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Howard's current terms during booking.

How long do general cases in Florida typically take?

Simple general 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. Howard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Howard take my case if I'm outside Tampa?

Howard 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 — Howard 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 Howard?

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. Howard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Howard accepting new general clients right now?

Howard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Howard Scholl, General Attorney in Tampa, Florida

Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on General, Health Care, and Insurance · 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review

PartneratCole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.

Tampa, FL

Practicing general in Tampa since 2003.

23+: Years practicing
4.8 ★: 1 client review
1: Bar admission

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General Health Care Insurance Maritime Medical Malpractice Personal Injury +2 more →

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Howard Scholl is a partner based in Tampa, FL. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Insurance. Howard has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in: Tampa, FL
Experience: over 23 years
Known for: General · Health Care · Insurance

Handles General, Health Care, and Insurance matters from Tampa, FL.
Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with Peer Reviewed.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Howard Scholl

Howard concentrates on general, health care, insurance, maritime, and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Howard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Tampa, Florida

Howard takes general matters in Tampa, 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 Howard agrees to represent you.

Health Care cases in Tampa, Florida

Howard takes health care matters in Tampa, 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 Howard agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Tampa, Florida

Howard takes insurance matters in Tampa, 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 Howard agrees to represent you.

Maritime cases in Tampa, Florida

Howard takes maritime matters in Tampa, 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 Howard agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases in Tampa, Florida

Howard takes medical malpractice matters in Tampa, 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 Howard agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Howard Scholl — Over 23 years of Florida general experience

Howard Lawrence Scholl is a Partner in the firm’s Tampa office and an experienced trial lawyer. He handles cases involving personal injury, wrongful death, nursing home neglect, trucking defense, hospitality industry defense, medical malpractice, contract disputes including insurance claims, construction defect claims, SIU fraud investigations as well as other general liability issues and claims for professional malpractice.

Mr. Scholl is a native Floridian and graduated from the University of Florida, with honors, in 1998 majoring in both Finance and Risk Management. After leaving the University of Florida, he served in the office of Budget Management for the Miami Dade County School Board, attended law school at Florida State University College of Law in Tallahassee, and earned his Juris Doctor in 2003. While in law school, Mr. Scholl served in the office of the State Attorney for the 2nd Judicial Circuit in Jefferson County, FL, as a certified intern, prosecuting various misdemeanors. Mr. Scholl began his legal career at a firm in St. Petersburg, FL that specialized in bad faith claims handling disputes, and other general litigation matters, and joined Cole, Scott & Kissane in 2006.

Mr. Scholl is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), which is an invitation-only national association of experienced trial lawyers and judges.

Awards & Recognitions

The Best Lawyers in America , Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, recognized since 2023

Florida Trend Magazine’s Legal Elite, 2015 and 2017

Super Lawyers Rising Stars: 2010-2011, 2013-2016

Newsroom

News

•Defense Secures Summary Judgment in Premises Liability Case Involving Recreational Skeet Shooting in Flagler County, FL
Recent Successful Trial, 4.10.2026
•Defense Secures Complete Verdict in Wrongful Death Liability-Only Truck Accident Trial in Pasco County
Recent Successful Trial, 4.1.2026
•Jury Finds Plaintiff 80% at Fault in Vehicle Trailer Collision in Pasco County, FL
Recent Successful Trial, 10.17.2025
•Summary Judgment Granted in Wrongful Death Case Involving Home Repairs in Pasco County, FL
Recent Successful Trial, 10.9.2025
•Complete Defense Verdict - Slip and Fall - Hillsborough County
Publication, 3.12.2024

Publications

' Fla. R. Civ. P. 1.201: Florida’s New “Complex Litigation” Rule, ' Litigation Quarterly October 2009

Working with Howard on a general matter

Who Howard represents

Howard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, health care, and insurance matters in Tampa and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Howard Scholl's legal education and bar admissions

Florida State University J.D.
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University of Florida B.S.B.A. Finance and Risk Management, with honors
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Jurisdictions

Howard's state bar admissions

Florida U.S. Distric
2003 · ACTIVE

Howard studied at — in Florida State University J.D. and — in University of Florida B.S.B.A. Finance and Risk Management, with honors.

Law school and academic background

Howard completed — in Florida State University J.D. and — in University of Florida B.S.B.A. Finance and Risk Management, with honors. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Howard runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Howard Scholl

Howard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

Peer Reviewed

Legal awards and honors

Peer Reviewed.

Affiliations

Howard's professional memberships and bar associations

Associations •The Florida Bar •Hillsborough County Bar Association •St
membership
Petersburg Bar Association •American Board of Trial Advocates
ABOTA · membership

Locations

Howard Scholl's office in Tampa

Howard's primary office is at 500 N Westshore Blvd, Suite 700, Tampa, FL, 33607. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A.

500 N Westshore Blvd, Suite 700

Tampa, FL 33607

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Howard Scholl — 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Howard. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in Tampa.

4.8

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Hiring guide

How to hire Howard Scholl — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Howard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Howard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard'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; Howard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in Tampa, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Howard

Howard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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. Howard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Howard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Howard Scholl

How much does it cost to hire Howard for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Howard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Howard offer a free consultation?
Howard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Howard's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Florida typically take?
Simple general 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. Howard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Howard take my case if I'm outside Tampa?
Howard 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 — Howard 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 Howard?
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. Howard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Howard accepting new general clients right now?
Howard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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