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Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer Florida Bar, 1993
Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer National Board of Trial Advocacy, 1995
Board Certified Civil Pretrial Practice Advocate National Board of Trial Advocacy, 2012
The Best Lawyers In America Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs 2008-2026
Tommy D. Roebig is a native Floridian, born and raised in Jacksonville. He received his undergraduate degree from Florida State University and his law degree from Stetson University College of Law where he was a member of the National Moot Court Team. In 2007, the 10,000-member Stetson Lawyers Alumni Association awarded Tommy and his partner Wil Florin its outstanding Alumni Award (Paul May Meritorious Service Award). He is a member of the Trial Lawyers for Public Justice Foundation and numerous other associations which promote civil justice.
Tommy has been inducted into the “Million Dollar Advocates Forum,” a National organization which recognizes Trial Lawyers who have received jury awards in excess of a million dollars. He has also been named to the “Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum” for numerous jury verdicts of multiple millions. He is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by both The Florida Bar and The National Board of Trial Advocacy as well as Board Certified as a Civil Pretrial Practice Advocate by the National Board of Legal Specialty Certifications. Florida Trend™ Magazine has selected Tommy as one of Florida’s “Elite Lawyers” and he has been voted by his peers to be named in “Best Lawyers in America” from 2008-2026. In 2017 and again for 2023, he was named Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers in America for his accomplished work in Personal Injury Litigation for Plaintiffs in the St. Petersburg, Florida Metropolitan Area.
Tommy has been repeatedly named among Florida’s “Super Lawyers” every year since 2006 in a statewide poll conducted of practicing attorneys by the publication Law and Politics. He has also obtained Martindale-Hubbell’s highest peer rating for both ethics and legal ability. In 2007, he was listed as one of “America’s Leading Plaintiff’s Lawyers” by the national legal organization, Lawdragon. Every year since 2009, Tommy was selected by the National Trial Lawyers Association as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in the state of Florida.
Tommy has been a frequently requested lecturer at Stetson University College of Law instructing on the law of negligence and wrongful death damages. He has often been a requested speaker on trial tactics to numerous legal associations and trial lawyer seminars including the Florida Justice Association and has served as an adjunct professor at St. Petersburg College teaching civil law courses. In 2019, Tommy was inducted into the prestigious Stetson University College of Law Hall of Fame, which recognizes alumni of the law school “who have reached and remained at the pinnacle of their fields and have had a profound impact upon the College of Law.” Tommy is only the 89th inductee to the Stetson Hall of Fame in the 120-year history of the school.
Tommy has obtained million dollar plus jury awards in both federal and state court trials as well as million dollar recoveries for his clients in the areas of medical malpractice, discrimination & civil rights, liquor liability, product liability, class action and motor-vehicle negligence. In 2016, Tommy Roebig pursued and obtained a $42 million jury verdict against Applebee’s and others in a personal injury case (largest contested jury verdict in Hernando County history). In 2005, his $15 million jury verdict in a trucking negligence trial was the 4th largest verdict reported in the state. His $47.4 million jury verdict against a Tampa Bay area day spa and massage therapist is the largest jury verdict in Pasco County history and the second largest jury verdict in Florida for 2014. His $6.1 million jury verdict in a motorcycle accident case obtained in August 2017 is believed to be the largest jury verdict in Sumter County history. His 2018 $7.6 million jury verdict in a premises liability case has been ranked by Top Verdict as the largest amount for all 2018 Dangerous Condition jury verdicts in the State of Florida. In 2024 Tommy obtained an $8 million jury verdict for his client in Pasco County against a Day Spa Corporation for negligence and assault committed by the Corporation’s retained massage therapist. His March 2025 contested jury verdict of $200 million in a wrongful death case is one of the Nation’s largest ever of such type. The defendant spent over $5M dollars in attorney’s fees defending the case which was featured earlier on a 2017 CBS News episode titled “ The Strange Life of Dr. Schwartz “and the October 31,2025 episode on NBC Dateline titled “The death of Dr. Schwartz”, which featured the trial of the case. Tommy is married and has two children.
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Tommy D. Roebig's career is marked by a consistent record of successfully litigating complex personal injury cases. His experience spans both federal and state courts, demonstrating a broad understanding of diverse legal landscapes and procedural requirements. This extensive trial background enables him to effectively navigate the intricacies of litigation, from initial pleadings to final judgment.
He has secured numerous multi-million dollar jury verdicts and settlements across various practice areas, including medical malpractice, discrimination, liquor liability, product liability, class action, and motor-vehicle negligence. A significant achievement includes a $42 million jury verdict against Applebee’s, which was the largest contested jury verdict in Hernando County history at the time.
Tommy D. Roebig's induction into the Stetson University College of Law Hall of Fame is a testament to his exceptional career achievements and profound impact on the legal profession. This prestigious honor recognizes alumni who have reached the highest echelons of their fields and have significantly contributed to the law school's legacy and the broader legal community.
As one of only 89 inductees in the law school's 120-year history, Roebig's inclusion highlights his distinguished career and his role as an influential figure. This recognition underscores his dedication to legal excellence and his commitment to advancing legal education and practice.
Tommy D. Roebig has a proven track record of obtaining substantial financial recoveries for his clients through both jury verdicts and negotiated settlements. His ability to achieve significant results is a direct reflection of his deep understanding of personal injury law and his tenacious advocacy on behalf of those who have been wronged.
Notable successes include a $42 million jury verdict against Applebee’s, a landmark case featured on CBS News and NBC Dateline. He has also secured million-dollar plus awards in areas such as medical malpractice, product liability, and motor-vehicle negligence, demonstrating his versatility and effectiveness across a wide spectrum of complex legal challenges.
The legal community has consistently recognized Tommy D. Roebig for his outstanding contributions and expertise in personal injury law. His numerous accolades from prestigious organizations reflect his unwavering commitment to client advocacy and his high ethical standards.
He has been named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers in America multiple times for his work in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs. Furthermore, he has been listed among "America’s Leading Plaintiff’s Lawyers" by Lawdragon and has been recognized in the Top 100 Verdicts in America by the National Law Journal, solidifying his reputation as a top-tier litigator.