About Us
Powell, Powell & Powell is a family-run personal injury law firm. Our attorneys represent victims who have been harmed by the wrongdoing and negligence of people, companies and government agencies. We also provide legal representation to defendants in criminal cases and to disabled individuals struggling to get benefits from the Social Security Administration.
Our firm was founded in 1951 and has been dedicated to the pursuit of justice from day one. Today, our firm has five attorneys and decades of collective experience. We provide caring, compassionate legal representation to all of our clients. Feel free to learn more about our firm below and to give us a call at any time to learn more about how a Defuniak Springs personal injury lawyer can help with your case.
About Powell, Powell & Powell
Powell, Powell & Powell was founded by Gillis E. Powell, Sr. Gillis E. Powell, Sr. was the grandson of Judge A.R. Campbell and often attended court with his grandfather when growing up in Northwest Florida. After serving his country in World War II, Gillis E. Powell, Sr. earned his law degree from the University of Florida in Gainesville. He started our firm in Crestview in 1951. He also served as an Assistant State Attorney and later became a Circuit Court Judge. He retired from the bench in 1977 and returned to private practice with his son Gillis E. Powell, Jr.
Today, three generations of Powell family attorneys have carried on the proud tradition of the firm that Gillis E. Powell Sr. founded more than 65 years ago. Our family of attorneys is firmly committed to helping clients navigate the civil and criminal court systems so they can protect their rights and get the justice they deserve.
With 43 years of experience, Gillis E. Powell, Jr. continues to represent clients facing a variety of legal issues, from being charged with murder to being victimized by careless doctors or unsafe drivers. He has been joined by his family of attorneys in the pursuit of legal excellence and client advocacy.
Powell, Powell & Powell Can Represent You
The attorneys at Powell, Powell & Powell have been recognized by clients and peers for the top-notch legal service we provide. We have received AV Preeminent ratings by Martindale-Hubbell and are members of professional organizations, including:
- American Bar Association
- Florida Justice Association
- American Association for Justice
We devote the majority of our practice to litigation, which means we are always ready to go to court to fight for you. We are also skilled negotiators who have a long history of helping clients to successfully settle injury cases. Our attorneys treat every case and every client as our most important case, because we know how important the outcome is to your future. Our diverse backgrounds have also helped to prepare us to provide the representation you need. Our Defuniak Springs personal injury lawyers understand how an accident or a disabling injury can affect your ability to provide for your future and we will fight to get you the compensation you need to care for yourself and your family.
Our Personal Injury Law Firm Can Help Residents of DeFuniak Springs
Our law firm represents clients facing injuries resulting from:
- Car crashes
- Motorcycle collisions
- Tractor trailer crashes
- Wrongful death
- Animal attacks
- Dangerous properties
- Medical negligence
- Pedestrian and bike accidents
- Dangerous products
We also provide legal representation with disability benefits claims from the Social Security Administration as well as on criminal cases. Call today to speak with a member of our legal team and learn more about how we can provide you with the legal services you deserve. Our legal team serves residents of DeFuniak Springs, as well as Fort Walton Beach, Crestview, Niceville, Destin, Navarre, and the entire Emerald Coast.