Robert Waylon Thompson takes helm as FJA president for 2025–2026
The Florida Justice Association has announced that Panama City attorney Robert Waylon Thompson will serve as its president for the 2025–2026 term.
Thompson, a founding partner of Manuel & Thompson, brings years of experience in personal injury and civil litigation to the role.
Thompson leads a newly elected slate of officers who will guide the FJA through the coming year. Joining him in executive leadership are:
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President-Elect: Chris Ligori of Christopher Ligori & Associates in Tampa
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Treasurer: Matthew Posgay of Coker Law in Jacksonville
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Secretary: Peter Hunt of Rubenstein Law in West Palm Beach
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Immediate Past President: Todd Michaels of The Haggard Law Firm in Coral Gables
“These are some of the finest, most dedicated individuals I have ever had the chance to work alongside,” FJA Executive Director Jeff Porter said. “They each exhibit a tireless commitment to preserving the civil justice system in Florida, and I look forward to working with them to continue protecting the rights of all Floridians.”
In addition to the officers, the FJA is welcoming its newly elected board members, including Executive Committee members:
- Jeffrey Porter, Executive Director
- Alex Arteaga-Gomez
- Maryann Furman
- Carter Scott
- Eric Tinstman
- Janeen Mira
Board Members
2024-2026 Directors
- Brent Bradley
- Pedro P. Echarte III
- Jason R. Fraxedas
- Jonathan Freidin
- Fran Haasch
- Michal Meiler
- Alan L. Perez
- Stefano Portigliatti
- Rebecca K. Timmons
2025–2027 Directors
- Jordan Dulcie
- Beth Finizio
- Andrew Harris
- Jed Main
- Damian Mallard
- Carey Meldon
- Brent Steinberg
- Trent Swift
- DeWayne Terry
- Dane Ullian
- Gregory Yaffa
2025-2027 District Directors
- Sheba Abraham
- Adrian Bridges
- Christa Carpenter
- Khalil Farah
- Mara Hatfield
- David Lipman
- David Shiner
Presidential Appointments
- Tom Carey
- Rene Delombard
- Jay Emanuel
- Barry Snyder
- Steve Watrel
Sections
Amicus Curiae Committee
- John S. Mills
Appellate Practice
- Jeffrey Mansell, Chair
- Dimitri Peteves, Chair-Elect
Minority Caucus
- Brian Andino, Chair
- Dwayne Terry, Chair-Elect
Solo/Small Firm
- Jed A. Main, Chair
- Ryan Hobbs, Chair-Elect
Women’s Caucus
- Rachel Gilmer, Chair
- Janeen Mira, Chair-Elect
Workers’ Compensation
- Kimberly Syffret, Chair
- Jordan Anderson, Chair-Elect
Young Lawyers
- Gabriel Isasi, Chair
- Brandon Arzabe, Chair-Elect
