Experienced Florida Insurance Claims Lawyer Fighting for Policyholders’ Rights
Eric W. Dickey, Esq, is a seasoned first-party property insurance attorney who brings unique insight and extensive trial experience to complex insurance claim disputes throughout Florida. With over three decades of legal experience and more than 250 trials under his belt, Mr. Dickey combines deep knowledge of insurance law with proven courtroom skills to secure maximum compensation for property owners facing claim denials and underpayments.
From Insurance Defense to Policyholder Advocate
What sets Eric W. Dickey apart is his rare perspective on both sides of insurance litigation. Before joining Williams Law, P.A., Mr. Dickey spent years at one of Florida’s most prominent defense firms, where he represented Fortune 500 companies and major insurance carriers in first-party property matters. This invaluable experience has provided him with insider knowledge of insurance company tactics, claim evaluation processes, and defense strategies, which he now exclusively uses to benefit policyholders.
Specialization in High-Stakes Property Claims
Eric W. Dickey focuses his practice on complex, high-value property insurance disputes, particularly:
- Large Commercial Property Losses: Representing businesses facing substantial property damage claims, including fire, water, hurricane, and other covered perils
- Condominium Association Claims: Navigating the unique challenges of multi-unit property insurance coverage and association responsibilities
- Complex Residential Claims: Handling sophisticated homeowner disputes involving coverage denials, underpayments, and bad faith practices
- Hurricane and Storm Damage Claims: Leveraging Florida-specific weather experience to maximize storm damage recoveries
Exceptional Trial Experience and Courtroom Success
With more than 50 jury trials and over 200 non-jury trials to his credit, he brings unmatched courtroom experience to every case.
His trial background includes:
Prosecutorial Foundation
Before entering private practice, Eric served as a prosecutor, handling a wide range of criminal cases, from DUI offenses to homicide charges. This prosecutorial experience honed his investigative skills, courtroom presence, and ability to present complex cases clearly and persuasively to juries.
Diverse Trial Portfolio
Eric W. Dickey, Esq., has successfully tried cases throughout Florida and in other states, demonstrating his adaptability and legal acumen across various jurisdictions and legal environments. Additionally, Eric was also an adjunct professor in the Department of Criminology at Hillsborough Community College.
Strategic Litigation Approach
His extensive trial experience enables him to evaluate cases with the eye of a seasoned litigator, identifying strengths and weaknesses that less experienced attorneys might miss.