La Cava Jacobson & Goodis Attorneys Recognized in Best Lawyers® 2026 Edition

TAMPA, FL – La Cava Jacobson & Goodis is proud to announce that multiple attorneys across Florida have been recognized in the Best Lawyers® 2026 Edition for their outstanding work and dedication to the legal profession. These prestigious honors highlight the firm’s longstanding commitment to excellence in defense litigation.

This year, Louis J. La Cava was named Lawyer of the Year in Tampa for Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants. This distinction is awarded to only one lawyer per practice area in each region, making it one of the most significant accolades in the legal community. Notably, this marks the 6th time Mr. La Cava has been honored as Lawyer of the Year during his career.

In addition to this recognition, the following attorneys were honored in the Best Lawyers® 2026 Edition:

• Fort Lauderdale, FL

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

• Jacksonville, FL

• • Jenifer Worley – Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
    (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2026)

• St. Petersburg, FL

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

• Tampa, FL

• • Erin M. Diaz – Litigation – Insurance; Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants; Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
    (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023)

• • Kari K. Jacobson – Construction Law; Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants; Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants
    (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020)

• • Louis J. La Cava – Litigation – Insurance; Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants; Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
    (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007)

• • David S. Nelson – Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants
    (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010)

• • Thomas Saieva – Legal Malpractice Law – Defendants
    (Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024)

Additionally, in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America® (2026 Edition), Mark R. Messerschmidt (Tampa) was recognized for Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants. He has been recognized in this category since 2022.

“Being consistently recognized by Best Lawyers® is a testament to the dedication, professionalism, and advocacy our attorneys provide every day,” said Kari Jacobson, Founder/Shareholder. “We are especially proud of Lou La Cava’s Lawyer of the Year honor, which reflects his continued leadership and reputation for excellence.”

About La Cava Jacobson & Goodis
La Cava Jacobson & Goodis is a Florida-based defense law firm representing clients in medical malpractice, professional liability, construction law, insurance litigation, and general liability. The firm is committed to providing strategic, results-driven representation with integrity and professionalism.