Justin Hodges, Dog Bites Attorney in Orlando, Florida
Over 8 years of legal practice · focused on Dog Bites, Personal Injury, and Securities
AttorneyatMorgan & Morgan
Orlando, FL
Practicing dog bites in Orlando since 2018.
- 8+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Justin Hodges is an attorney based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on Dog Bites, Personal Injury, and Securities. Justin has over 8 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.
- Based in
- Orlando, FL
- Experience
- over 8 years
- Known for
- Dog Bites · Personal Injury · Securities
- Handles Dog Bites, Personal Injury, and Securities matters from Orlando, FL.
- Over 8 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Justin Hodges: Justin Hodges is an attorney based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on Dog Bites, Personal Injury, and Securities. Justin has over 8 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Justin takes on
Justin concentrates on dog bites, personal injury, securities, slip & fall, and tbi/sci. Each area below outlines the kind of case Justin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Dog Bites
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Personal Injury
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Securities
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Slip & Fall
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TBI/SCI
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Wrongful Death
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Dog Bites cases in Orlando, Florida
Justin takes dog bites matters in Orlando, 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 Justin agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Orlando, Florida
Justin takes personal injury matters in Orlando, 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 Justin agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Orlando, Florida
Justin takes securities matters in Orlando, 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 Justin agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in Orlando, Florida
Justin takes slip & fall matters in Orlando, 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 Justin agrees to represent you.
TBI/SCI cases in Orlando, Florida
Justin takes tbi/sci matters in Orlando, 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 Justin agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Justin Hodges — dog bites lawyer in Orlando
Justin Hodges is an attorney based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on Dog Bites, Personal Injury, and Securities. Justin has over 8 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.
Justin Hodges practices out of Morgan & Morgan’s downtown Orlando and Los Angeles offices. Mr. Hodges was born and raised in central Florida. He is a first-generation lawyer. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida and graduated with his Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law.
Mr. Hodges has dedicated his practice to civil justice. Mr. Hodges is adept at handling a wide variety of personal injury cases and focuses his practice on contested premises liability matters. Mr. Hodges has extensive experience in cases involving catastrophic personal injuries, including traumatic brain injuries, complex orthopedic injuries, and wrongful death.
Prior to joining Morgan & Morgan, Mr. Hodges worked with prestigious injury trial firms in Florida and California, where he managed those firms’ litigation and trial practice. Mr. Hodges is a member of the Florida and California state bars as well as the bar for the United States Court of Federal Claims in Washington, D.C. He further has been recognized as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers magazine - an annual publication that recognizes the top 2.5% of the state’s young lawyers.
Mr. Hodges considers it a privilege to represent the people, not the powerful. He is ready to take your call.
Awards & Recognitions
•Super Lawyers Rising Star, 2021-2023
Recent Wins
Colla v. Walt Disney $3,085,498 General Liability 2025
Catalano v. Game On Avalon $759,938 General Liability 2025
Vittitoe v. Wentworth Melbourne, LLC $645,347 General Liability 2025
Goldstein v. Health First $355,447 General Liability 2025
Sommersdorf v. City of Orlando $340,000 General Liability 2026
How Justin handles dog bites matters
Justin Hodges practices out of Morgan & Morgan’s downtown Orlando and Los Angeles offices. Mr. Hodges was born and raised in central Florida. He is a first-generation lawyer. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida and graduated with his Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law. Mr. Hodges has dedicated his practice to civil…
Who Justin represents
Justin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for dog bites, personal injury, and securities matters in Orlando and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law J.D.
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niversity of Central Florida B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Justin's state bar admissions
California Florida U
2018 · ACTIVE
Justin studied at — in Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law J.D. and — in niversity of Central Florida B.A..
Law school and academic background
Justin completed — in Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law J.D. and — in niversity of Central Florida B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Justin runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Justin Hodges's office in Orlando
Justin's primary office is at 20 North Orange Avenue, Suite 1600, Orlando, FL, 32801. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Justin Hodges — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new dog bites attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Justin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Justin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Justin'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; Justin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a dog bites attorney in Orlando, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many dog bites 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 Justin
Justin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in dog bites practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every dog bites 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. Justin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Justin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many dog bites practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Justin Hodges
How much does it cost to hire Justin for a dog bites case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Justin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Justin offer a free consultation?
Justin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Justin's office. Some dog bites attorneys offer free consults — check Justin's current terms during booking.
How long do dog bites cases in Florida typically take?
Simple dog bites 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. Justin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Justin take my case if I'm outside Orlando?
Justin 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 — Justin 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 Justin?
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. Justin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Justin accepting new dog bites clients right now?
Justin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Dog Bites attorneys serving Orlando, Miami and Tampa in Florida
Justin handles dog bites matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified dog bites attorneys in that community.
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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