Meet Wendy Doyle-Palumbo
Wendy Doyle-Palumbo has dedicated her entire career to fighting for justice and securing maximum compensation for injury victims and families facing legal crises. With over 30 years of litigation experience and millions of dollars recovered for her clients, Wendy takes pride in ensuring that every single client, no matter the complexity of their case, receives aggressive advocacy during the most difficult times of their lives.
Born and raised in Florida, Wendy developed her strong work ethic and determination to fight for the underdog from her early experiences witnessing injustice in her community. Growing up, she saw firsthand how insurance companies and large corporations often took advantage of ordinary people who didn’t have the resources or knowledge to fight back. This exposure to inequality sparked a passion in young Wendy that would ultimately drive her to become one of the most feared trial attorneys in the Tampa Bay area.
Wendy’s path to law began with 12 years as a paralegal, where she gained invaluable hands-on experience researching cases, preparing legal documents, and learning the intricate details of litigation from the ground up. This extensive background gave her a unique perspective on how cases are built and won, knowledge that most attorneys never acquire. During this time, she worked on varied areas of practice, developing a comprehensive understanding of the legal system that would later prove invaluable in her career as a trial attorney.
Driven by her passion for justice, Wendy pursued her law degree at St. Thomas University School of Law, where she distinguished herself as a member of the St. Thomas University School of Law Review. She also earned her undergraduate degree from Florida State University, demonstrating her commitment to academic excellence.
Upon graduating law school in 2003, Wendy began her legal career in positions that would shape her into the formidable advocate she is today. She served as an Assistant Attorney General, where she gained extensive experience in complex litigation and learned to handle high-stakes cases involving government entities. She also worked as a Guardian Ad Litem Attorney, representing the best interests of children in difficult family situations—experience that taught her the importance of fighting relentlessly for those who cannot fight for themselves.
Following her government service, Wendy opened her own practice, initially focusing on both personal injury and family law cases. This dual focus allowed her to see cases from multiple angles and develop the holistic approach that sets her apart from other attorneys. Her experience in family law, particularly in high-conflict divorces and complex custody cases, honed her trial skills and taught her how to handle emotionally charged situations with both compassion and aggressive advocacy.
What truly distinguishes Wendy from other personal injury attorneys is her genuine willingness to take cases to trial. While many lawyers in her field avoid the courtroom at all costs, Wendy has built her reputation on being a trial warrior who insurance companies have learned to fear. Her extensive courtroom experience means that when her name appears on a case file, insurance adjusters know they’re dealing with an attorney who won’t accept lowball offers and isn’t afraid to present cases to juries.
This trial-ready approach has consistently led to settlements that far exceed industry averages. Insurance companies understand that Wendy’s clients have a powerful advocate who will fight aggressively for maximum compensation, whether through negotiation or in the courtroom. Her reputation for thorough case preparation and compelling courtroom presentations means that defendants and their insurers take her cases seriously from the very first demand letter.
Wendy’s aggressive advocacy extends beyond just securing financial compensation. She takes a personal interest in each client’s recovery and works to ensure they have access to the medical care and support services they need to rebuild their lives. Her clients consistently praise her for fighting not just for money, but for their overall well-being and future security.
Licensed to practice in both Florida state courts and the Federal Middle District of Florida, Wendy represents clients throughout multiple jurisdictions, including the Sixth Judicial Circuit (serving Pasco and Pinellas counties) and the Fifth Judicial Circuit in Hernando County. She also handles cases in Citrus County, giving her extensive experience with the judges, procedures, and local legal landscape throughout the Tampa Bay region.
Over her three-decade career, Wendy has earned a reputation that extends far beyond her local community. Insurance companies throughout Florida know that when they see her name on a case, they’re facing an attorney who combines compassionate client service with aggressive trial advocacy—a combination that consistently produces exceptional results for her clients.
But even more important than the settlements and verdicts she’s secured, Wendy takes pride in seeing her clients move forward with their lives after devastating accidents or family crises. Whether helping an injury victim access life-changing medical treatment or helping a family navigate a difficult divorce, her ultimate goal is ensuring that her clients emerge stronger and more secure than before.
When insurance companies refuse to offer fair compensation or when opposing parties attempt to take advantage of her clients, Wendy’s response is swift and decisive. Her decades of experience have taught her every tactic that insurance companies and opposing counsel use to minimize claims, and she uses this knowledge to protect her clients and secure the justice they deserve.
For Wendy Doyle-Palumbo, practicing law isn’t just a profession—it’s a calling to fight for those who need a powerful advocate in their corner during life’s most challenging moments.