Mr. Fine was born in New York, New York, and was raised in the northeast, where he studied sociology at Colby College in Waterville, Maine. He then graduated with honors from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 1976. In law school, he was a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, was inducted into the Order of the Coif, and graduated in the top 10 percent of his class. Mr. Fine was admitted into the Florida Bar in 1976, the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida in 1977, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida in 1991, and the United States Court of Appeals 11th Circuit in 1982.
Upon graduation, Mr. Fine practiced as an Assistant Public Defender in the Third Judicial Circuit office in Lake City from 1976-1977. He then worked as an Assistant Public Defender in the Gainesville office of the Public Defender from 1977-1980. In 1980, he founded the firm, which is now known as Fine, Farkash, & Parlapiano, P.A., where he wanted to exclusively represent victims of personal injury in claims against negligent parties.
Mr. Fine is a highly experienced personal injury attorney and is recognized for his commitment to the law. He holds Martindale-Hubbell’s highest rating* (AV) and was a Grievance Committee Chairman for the Eighth Judicial Circuit for 2006-2008. He coached a trial team for the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 1994 and has taught as an adjunct faculty in the trial practice course at the law school since 1983.
“I originally chose to practice law because it was challenging and interesting. I liked helping people—it certainly was not due to financial reward as my starting salary in Gainesville as an attorney was $13,500.”JACK J. FINE
Fun Fact
Very early in his legal career, he convinced his boss, who was an elected constitutional officer in the community, to resign his position and join Mr. Fine in private practice. Also, both his original partners and his primary legal assistant stayed in practice with him for over 25 years which is rare in the legal field.
Favorite Quote
“The leading rule for the lawyer, as for the man of every calling, is diligence.”
I was in a car accident on 12/9/19 with my daughter. The other driver was at fault. I contacted the law office the next day and received an immediate response concerning my case. I met with Gabrielle not very long after that and my daughter and I immediately were referred to a chiropractor and started receiving the therapy that we both needed. FF and P kept in contact throughout the following year even as Covid 19 shut down alot of businesses and face to face visitations. The legalities were always thoroughly explained and I always felt confident that my case was being handled in the most professional way with concern. Even when it came to the settlement agreement, my thoughts were asked and included. So I had a very high expectation that the outcome would be favorable to myself as well as my daughter, whom also received a settlement. I must say I am very pleased and appreciate everyone. From the ones who would transfer my calls to Gabrielle and Gabrielle herself, whom I should say gets 10 shiny stars for her professionalism, diligence a nd all around great attitude, love her! FF&P handled a case for me over 20 years ago, which won me a nice settlement and I never forgot their hospitality and eagerness to serve me so it was without hesitation that I called them again 23 plus years later. I am and my daughter are very satisfied with their service and I would highly recommended them to anyone. Thank you.