Russell started practicing law in 1994, working for insurance companies and gaining trial experience at one of Florida’s largest and most prestigious insurance defense law firms. He took those skills and, in 2000, partnered up with his law school classmate to form Goldberg & Dohan. Russell has made it his goal to achieve justice for those victims injured as a result of the negligence of others. In 2007, Russell achieved the status of being Board Certified in Civil Trial Law, making him an expert in the field. Being Board Certified is a status that less than 1% of Florida Civil Trial Lawyers obtain. Russell has secured several multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. He has obtained a 10.0 Superb rating from AVVO, an independent lawyer rating service. Russell is the father of two girls and enjoys exercising, traveling, and playing poker in his spare time.
Practice Areas:
- Personal Injury
- Product Liability
- Insurance Coverage, including Bad Faith
Admitted to Practice:
- Florida Bar, 1994
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, 1995
- U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, 2005
Certifications:
- Board Certified in Civil Trial Law, 2007
- National Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate, 2013
Education:
- Florida State University, Bachelor of Science, 1991
- University of Miami School, Juris Doctor, Cum Laude, 1994
Professional or Trade Affiliations:
- Florida Justice Association, Eagle Member
- Miami-Dade County Justice Association
- Dade County Bar Association
Community Involvement:
- 11th Judicial Circuit Florida Bar Grievance Committee, 2002 - 2005, Chair (2005)
Lectures:
- The Nuts and Bolts of Trial Preparation / Florida Justice Association Annual Convention, 2009