Ms. Fine is a Florida native born in Orlando, Florida and raised in DeLand, where she graduated from high school. She studied art at the University of Florida and graduated with honors. She then graduated with honors from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 1981.
Upon graduation, she practiced as an associate with the Gainesville firm of Watson, Folds, Steadham, Sproull, Christmann, & Brashear, P.A. between 1981 and 1983.
From 1985 to 1986, she served as the Assistant Director of Legal Research & Writing at the University of Florida Levin College of Law. She received the Recognition of Service Award from the Legal Panel of the American Civil Liberties Union of Florida in 1992.
From 1993 to 1998, Ms. Fine practiced as a partner in the law firm of Springfield & Fine, P.A., specializing in criminal defense law. She is a former president of the Eighth Judicial Circuit Chapter of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. She is also a member of the Criminal Law Section of the Florida Bar Association. In addition, she has taught legal research and writing at the University of Florida College of Law.
Since 2003, Ms. Fine has been associated with the firm of Fine, Farkash, & Parlapiano, P.A., and has been a partner since 2008. She commits to 95% Civil Litigation Personal Injury for the Plaintiff and 5% Probate and Guardianship associated with Wrongful Death and Personal Injury.
“I chose to practice law because of Perry Mason, Poppy, and not having confidence in my artistic ability.”CHERIE HOCH FINE
Fun Fact:
She has chickens and bees. 🙂
Favorite Quote
“Few will have the greatness to bend history itself, but each of us can work to change a small portion of events. It is from numberless diverse acts of courage and belief that human history is shaped. Each time a man stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope, and crossing each other from a million different centers of energy and daring those ripples build a current which can sweep down the mightiest walls of oppression and resistance. ”
I highly recommend Fine Farkash and Parlapiano without any hesitation. If you are in an accident and looking for a firm that’s going to fight for you, look no further. They work hard for the best possible results for their clients. Gabrielle and Mr. Fine have are a great team and have been for many years.