Judith M. "Judy" Mercier

Judith M. Mercier concentrates in complex civil litigation as a trial lawyer and appellate advocate. Her practice encompasses a broad range of substantive areas with specific areas of focus including contract disputes, business torts, entertainment law, ERISA litigation, intellectual property and media law. She has significant experience with class actions and large, complex cases requiring litigation management and logistic skills.

Ms. Mercier has successfully represented clients in jury and non jury trials, appeals and arbitrations. Ms. Mercier is a former CPA who also serves as a court-appointed Equity Receiver over seven corporations in an action in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida.

Some of Ms. Mercier's litigation successes include:

Ms. Mercier is a member of the firm's Media team and serves as the team leader for the ERISA Litigation team. She also serves as national chair of the Holland & Knight Women’s Initiative, is a member of the firm's Diversity Council, and a graduate of the Rising Stars program, an intensive year-long leadership program sponsored by the Women's Initiative.