Attorneys at Corless Associates

Summary of Experience
Mr. Corless is the Firm's lead trial counsel. He brings extensive jury trial experience in numerous areas, including matters relating to complex commercial litigation, family law, bodily injury, advertising injury, and products liability. Mr. Corless is recognized as one of the leading insurance litigation attorneys in Florida, having represented most of Florida's largest property insurers in over 1,000 first-party property insurance disputes, including perils associated with sinkhole, windstorm, fire, and blasting activities.

Mr. Corless has authored and presented lectures throughout the United States on a wide variety of topics including Insurance Coverage, Deposing Complex Expert Witnesses, Risk Management, and First-Party Litigation.

Personal Statement
"I wanted to create a law firm that I'd hire if I needed counsel. I believe we take care of our clients better because we treat people as individuals, regardless of whether they come to us on a personal matter, or whether we are representing the company they work for. Whether it's for a matter requiring a quick turnaround or one where I am in front of a jury, we are prepared."

Mr. Corless is licensed to practice law in Florida, Kansas, and Missouri. He is ranked "AV" by the Martindale-Hubbell, as being recognized by his peers as having the highest level of excellence and professionalism available.

Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, J.D., 1995.
• Top 20% in graduating class.
• Managing Editor, UMKC Law Review
• Recipient, Wilbur L. Pollard UMKC Law Review Honor Award (rendered the greatest service to the UMKC Law Review)
• Recipient, Thomas E. Deacy Trial Advocacy Award (exhibited the most outstanding skills in trial advocacy in the graduating class)
• American Jurisprudence Award - Legal Research and Writing (received top grade for brief)

University of Missouri-Columbia, B.A. Political Science, Minor in Physical Anthropology, 1989

Advocacy Training
• National Finalist, A.T.L.A. Trial Competition, Miami, Florida. Ranked 9th in U.S.A.
• Regional Champion, A.T.L.A. Trial Competition, Minneapolis, Minnesota
• National Institute of Trial Advocacy
• Barrister, William Glenn Terrell Inn of Court
• National Order of Barristers

Summary of Experience
Ms. Lamoureux has extensive experience in the areas of first and third-party insurance defense. Upon graduating from Yale University, Ms. Lamoureux earned her law degree from Fordham University School of Law. Holding licenses to practice law in Florida, Connecticut, New York and Texas, she has dedicated over 20 years of her legal practice litigating countless disputes in these various states in the areas of products liability, construction litigation, insurance coverage, bankruptcy, first-party insurance defense and third-party insurance defense. Ms. Lamoureux also handles all aspects of settlements made on behalf of minors with insurance company clients, and she has varied appellate experience. She has been an adjunct professor at University of Tampa and Hillsborough Community College. Ms. Lamoureux primarily practices in the areas of first-party and third-party insurance disputes and in the firm's construction litigation group.

Education
Fordham University School of Law, J.D. 1987
Yale University, B.A. 1984

Summary of Experience
Mr. Dombrosky brings a vast range of litigation experience to the firm relating to personal injury defense, premises and product liability, wrongful death, construction law and contract law with a great deal of experience relating to first and third-party liability and coverage. Mr. Dombrosky has served in the role of National Litigation Manager and Claims Representative for one of the largest automotive indemnity companies. His experience working in-house supervising claims representatives, staff counsel, and panel counsel provides Mr. Dombrosky with valuable knowledge relating to his clients' needs. Importantly, Mr. Dombrosky recognizes the importance of an immediate evaluation of a claim and he possesses the experience to set the case on a course for swift resolution.

Mr. Dombrosky brings his tenacity, as a former college offensive lineman and former Assistant District Attorney for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, to his civil litigation matters. Mr. Dombrosky has supervised thousands of litigation files, conducted examinations under oath, deposed expert witnesses in a multitude of specialties, and handled numerous matters through trial. Mr. Dombrosky has authored and presented various lectures on insurance-related topics including Insurer Bad Faith, Uninsured Motorist Coverage, Bodily Injury Investigation and Claim Evaluation. Mr. currently focuses his practice on first and third-party defense, insurance coverage, and SIU investigations and subrogation.

Education
Seton Hall University School of Law, J.D., 1995.
University of Maine, B.A. Political Science with High Distinction, 1992.

Bar Admissions
All Florida courts (1996); United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida (1996); United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida (2002); United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida (2002).

Professional Memberships
• The Florida Bar
• Appellate Practice Section
• Hillsborough County Bar Association

Summary of Experience Ms. Whittle represents both Florida Insurers and out of state Insurers, their Insureds and Corporations in liability, coverage and extra-contractual matters. She focuses her practice on construction litigation, first and third-party insurance defense, coverage matter, complex commercial litigation, and extra-contractual liability. Ms. Whittle has deposed expert witnesses, including engineers, architects, surveyors, cost estimators, geotechnical engineers, and mold specialists.

As an experienced trial attorney, Ms. Whittle provides her clients with assurances that their defenses and/or counter-claims will be properly presented to the jury. In addition to providing representation to insured, Ms. Whittle also represents several regional construction companies and contractors. Ms. Whittle is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida, U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, and State of California.

Personal Statement
"Our clients face huge obstacles. A lot of the small businesses I represent either find an answer to their problem, or they don't survive. It's knowing this that keeps me going."

Education
Washington University School of Law, J.D., 2000
• Associate Editor, Law Review
• Published in Washington University's Journal of Law and Policy (4 Wash. U.J.L. & Pol'y (2000))
• Activities: Wiley Rutledge Moot Court; Client Counseling & Negotiation Competitions; Orientation Group Leader; Member of the Women's Law Caucus; Block Aid Volunteer

University of South Florida, B.A. Business Administration, Minor in Economics, 1997
• Graduated Magna Cum Laude
• Honors: Golden Key Honor Society; Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society; Campus Scholar recipient (twice); Nominated Who's Who among Students in American Colleges and Universities; Nominated Outstanding Student

Summary of Experience
Mr. Cox possesses extensive experience in all phases of civil trial litigation including personal injury defense, wrongful death, coverage litigation, premises liability, extra-contractual matters, construction law, and commercial litigation. Mr. Cox has litigated thousands of automotive cases, slip fall matters, as well as first party actions including jury and bench trials. Mr. Cox represents Florida insurers, their insureds, private clients, as well as business entities. Mr. Cox practices law in both Federal and Florida State Courts

Mr. Cox's professional experience is not limited to litigation as he served as a risk consultant for a leading national insurance broker as well as a claim manager for a Third Party Administrator. Mr. Cox has authored and presented various lectures on topics including loss mitigation, best practices for casualty claims handling, as well as protocols for the adequate reserving of property and casualty claims. Mr. Cox prides himself on bringing aggressive, personalized services to all of his clients.

Education
Stetson University, College of Law, J.D., 2003, Cum Laude.
• Top 1/5 of class
• Law Clerk, 6th Judicial Circuit in and for Pinellas County, Florida
• Advocacy Concentration

Florida State University, MBA, 1997
Appalachian State University, BSBA, 1993

Summary of Experience
• Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter
• Associate in Risk Management
• Independent All Lines Adjuster
• Associate in Claims

Summary of Experience
Mr. Goodall practices civil litigation focusing in the areas of insurance coverage, first and third-party insurance defense, complex commercial litigation, automobile negligence, premises liability, sinkhole disputes, and personal injury defense. He holds extensive experience representing various business entities (both for profit & not-for-profit), insurance companies, medical professionals and health care facilities. Not only does Mr. Goodall litigate many automotive negligence claims based on an individual's policy of auto insurance, but he also litigates commercial motor vehicle accidents covered by commercial general liability policies. He has represented several governmental entities relating to complex claims of employment discrimination, alleged violations Florida's Civil Rights Act, and various theories of negligence.

Through Mr. Goodall's wide-ranging litigation experience, he has deposed various scientific, engineering, geotechnical, construction, business, and medical experts. He has authored numerous presentations for medical professionals and business entities. Prior to attending law school, Mr. Goodall was the Director of Operations for a company that provided consultation to business managers and executives with respect to inventory control and loss prevention. The combination of Mr. Goodall's professional business consultation experience with litigation experience continues to benefit his clients. He understands the importance of quick assessment and resolution of claims. With this in mind, he strives to quickly assess and resolve matters as efficiently as possible. He is admitted to practice in both Florida State and Federal Court.

Personal Statement
"In challenging times, I'm here to make a difference for my clients. We work hard for our clients and I'm proud of the work we do."

Education
Stetson University, College of Law J.D., 2003.
• Top 28% of class, Honor Roll, Recognized for Highest Grade (Book Award) in Advanced Employment Discrimination
• Awarded Certificate of Concentration in Advocacy
• William F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award
• Business Law Society
• Certified Legal Intern for the Pinellas County Attorney's Office
• Certified Legal Intern for the Hillsborough County Public Defender's Office

Eckerd College, B.A. Business Management, Minor in American Studies
• Graduated with High Honors (magna cum laude)

Summary of Experience
Mr. Gelli provides a broad range of litigation experience in matters relating to first and third-party claims involving personal injury, premises and product liability, automotive litigation, wrongful death, construction law, as well as business and commercial litigation. Mr. Gelli continues to represent Florida insurers, their insureds, and corporations in liability, coverage and extra-contractual matters.

Mr. Gelli serves as liaison counsel between one of Florida's largest insurance companies and their appellate counsel. Mr. Gelli works closely with appellate counsel assuring that the matters in the underlying litigation are properly preserved appellate review. In this capacity, Mr. Gelli has prepared numerous cases involving appraisal provisions, attorneys' fees provisions, and confessions of judgment relating to post-suit payments. Mr. Gelli practices law in both Federal and Florida State Courts.

Education
Syracuse University College of Law, J.D., 2000
• Family Law and Social Policy Certificate, May 2000
• Student Attorney for Syracuse University Office of Clinical Programs.
• Dean's List.

Rowan University, B.A. History 1996
• Dean's List