Palm Beach Product Liability Attorney

Lance C. Ivey, Partner at Smith, Ivey & Fronrath

Lance C. Ivey is recognized as a top civil litigation attorney in the area of products liability. His practice includes cases involving automotive design and manufacturing defects including insufficient roof strength, handling and stability defects, and defective airbags. Lance has specifically concentrated on cases involving defective seat belts. As a matter of fact, one major automotive manufacturer recalled over 300,000 vehicles after Lance entered into a large, confidential settlement with his client.

Recently, in the area of products liability, Lance handled accidents that occurred in Texas and matters that were filed in New York. He has obtained numerous multi-million dollar settlements for firm clients in cases against virtually every international automotive and tire manufacturer.

Education:

•     J.D., St. Thomas University School of Law, 1995
•     B.A., University of Miami, 1991

Military Service:

•     Corporal, United States Army, Paratrooper, 1983-1987

Areas of Practice:

•     Products Liability

Bar Admissions:

•     Florida, 1996
•     U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida,1996
•     U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida, 1996

Awards and Honors:

•     Martindale Hubbell - AV Rating
•     South Florida Legal Guide – Up and Coming Attorney to Watch (2004 & 2006)

Professional Associations & Leadership Activities:

•     Board of Directors – Young Lawyers Section: Florida Justice Association (2003-present)
•     Board of Directors: Palm Beach County Trial Lawyers Association (2004-present)
•     Member: American Association for Justice
•     Member: American Bar Association
•     Member: American Board of Trial Advocates
•     Member: Florida Justice Association
•     Member: Million Dollar Advocates Forum
•     Member: Speakers Bureau: The Florida Bar (2001)
•     Member and Former Board of Directors: Palm Beach County Trial Lawyers (2004)
•     Community Associations and Leadership Activities: Volunteer: American Heart Association
•     Former Project Chairman: Habitat for Humanity (2004)

Former Co-Chairman: American Heart Association - Heart Ball (1999) View some notable cases handled by Lance C. Ivey