La Cava Jacobson & Goodis Attorneys Honored in Best Lawyers 2025 Edition

LJG Recognized for Excellence in Medical Malpractice Defense and Personal Injury Litigation

Tampa, Florida | September 2024 – La Cava Jacobson & Goodis, P.A., an AV Preeminent rated Florida-based defense law firm, is pleased to announce that ten of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers in America. This recognition highlights the firm’s outstanding legal service in medical malpractice defense, personal injury defense litigation, and civil litigation defense.

For decades, Best Lawyers has been one of the most respected peer-reviewed publications in the legal profession, with selections made through a rigorous evaluation process involving top lawyers across the country. This year’s recognition emphasizes the firm’s continued commitment to delivering exceptional client service and legal expertise.

Managing Shareholder, Louis J. La Cava, expressed appreciation for the honor: “We are incredibly proud to have ten of our attorneys listed among the best in the profession. This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients.”

The firm’s attorneys recognized in Best Lawyers 2025 include:

Fort Lauderdale, FL

• Jonathon P. Lynn (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006)
  • Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants

St. Petersburg, FL

• Jeffrey M. Goodis (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007)
  • Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants

Tampa, FL

• Lindsay E. DeCarlo (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2023)
  • Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
  • Product Liability Litigation – Defendants
• Erin M. Diaz (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023)
  • Litigation – Insurance
  • Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
• Kari K. Jacobson (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020)
  • Construction Law
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
  • Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants
• Tia J. Jones (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2023)
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
• Louis J. La Cava (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007)
  • Litigation – Insurance
  • Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
  • Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
• Mark R. Messerschmidt (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America since 2022)
  • Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
• David S. Nelson (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010)
  • Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
• Thomas Saieva (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024)
  • Legal Malpractice Law – Defendants

The firm is also pleased to announce that Jeffrey M. Goodis was recognized, once again, as “Lawyer of the Year” – Medical Malpractice Law Defendants. This is Jeff’s sixth recognition as Best Lawyers’ “Lawyer of the Year.” Best Lawyers’ “Lawyer of the Year” award is given to a single lawyer in each practice area and geographic region who receives the highest peer feedback. This award is based on a rigorous peer review process that recognizes the top 5% of legal talent in private practice in the United States.

A Leader in Medical Malpractice Defense

With an impressive record handling medical malpractice defense cases, La Cava Jacobson & Goodis continues to be a trusted partner for healthcare professionals and institutions across Florida. The firm is renowned for its deep industry knowledge, strategic defense litigation, and ability to navigate complex legal challenges on behalf of its clients.

About La Cava Jacobson & Goodis

La Cava Jacobson & Goodis, P.A. is an AV Preeminent rated Florida defense law firm specializing in medical malpractice, general liability defense, and appellate work. With over 50 lawyers across 7 locations in Florida, the firm is dedicated to protecting the interests of healthcare providers, insurers, businesses, and individuals. The attorneys of La Cava Jacobson & Goodis are committed to providing exceptional legal services, and they have the experience, resources, credentials, and credibility necessary to assist their clients in achieving their desired results.