Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP (WSHB) is pleased to announce that highly respected legal advocate and trial attorney Elizabeth Hernandez has joined the firm’s Jacksonville office as Partner.
With an extensive background representing carriers, self-insured entities, and corporate clients, Ms. Hernandez brings a proven track record of driving successful litigation outcomes, managing high-performing legal teams, and leading strategic growth initiatives. She previously served as Managing Partner at her former firm, where she oversaw office operations, profitability, attorney development, and client relations.
During her tenure, she established and led the General Liability Department, implementing litigation strategies and supervising case management across a diverse portfolio of insurance defense matters. Her experience includes handling high-exposure and complex commercial cases involving trucking and motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and wrongful death. She is widely recognized for her negotiation skills, conflict resolution abilities, and commitment to delivering cost-effective, results-driven legal solutions.
In addition to her litigation practice, Ms. Hernandez is well known for developing legal talent through mentoring, training, and performance oversight. Her leadership emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and excellence in client service.
Her arrival reinforces the firm’s continued commitment to providing exceptional legal counsel and industry-leading defense strategies to its clients.
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Experience the power of a proven industry leader in the law. Wood Smith Henning & Berman (WSHB) is renowned globally for our exceptional trial results and expertise in handling complex litigation. With our nationwide network of over 500 lawyers across 43 office locations, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive litigation and counsel to both public and private companies. From start-ups to Fortune 100 corporations, we deliver unrivaled legal representation that consistently achieves favorable outcomes for our clients.
At WSHB, our strength lies in our diverse and accomplished team of attorneys. We boast thought leaders and defense specialists in over 41 fields of practice, covering an extensive range of specialties. Founded in 1997, we are proud to be among the top ten law firms in the nation for diversity, female partners, female lawyers, and Hispanic lawyers. This rich tapestry of diversity forms the foundation of our success when presenting cases to juries of our peers, ensuring we understand the unique nuances underlying each claim.
Our expansive geographic footprint allows us to provide effective and efficient representation to clients nationwide, regardless of their location, background, or legal expertise. By prioritizing strategic and cost-effective approaches to litigation, our dedicated attorneys work tirelessly to protect the interests of our clients. We have a track record of success, securing numerous victories such as summary judgments and defense verdicts on behalf of our clients. As a trial firm, we have taken over 2,000 cases to verdict, making us well-equipped to handle even the most complex and high-stakes litigation matters across the country.