Paul B. Catania

Co-Founder and Senior Partner

Educational and Professional Background

After graduating from the University of South Florida, Paul received his Juris Doctorate from Stetson University in May 1988 and was admitted to practice law in September of 1988. Paul is licensed to practice in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida and the United States of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit as well as the Supreme Court of Florida and all jurisdictions within the State of Florida.

Paul believes the mission of this firm is to make sure that all clients have legal representation. To ensure this goal, it is important for insurance companies to know which law firms try cases and which ones just settle cases. As a result, insurance companies understand our reputation of treating every case as if it's going to trial.

Paul practices plaintiff's personal injury/wrongful death, auto negligence, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence and product liability. Paul has lived in the Tampa area for over 23 years and is currently residing in North West Tampa with his children.

Practice Areas

• Personal Injury/Wrongful Death
• Auto Negligence
• Medical Malpractice
• Nursing Home Neglect/Abuse
• Product Liability

Peter F. Catania

Co-Founder and Senior Partner

Educational and Professional Background

After graduating from the University of Florida, Peter received his Doctor Juris Prudence from Loyola University in 1989; Peter is licensed to practice in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, and is a member of Trial Lawyers of America and Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers.

Peter Catania knows the other side of personal injury and wrongful death claims. He began his career in 1990 as a defense lawyer, representing insurance companies and their insured. He worked for an insurance defense firm, which provided him with a unique insight into the inner workings of insurance companies.

In 1992 he established Catania & Catania with his brother Paul to represent the people, not the powerful corporations. Peter is currently practicing in the areas of plaintiff's personal injury and wrongful death, insurance law and trial practice. Peter and his wife Genelle reside in South Tampa with their three children.

Practice Areas

• Personal Injury/Wrongful Death
• Auto Negligence
• Medical Malpractice
• Nursing Home Neglect/Abuse
• Product Liability

Paul Reed

Attorney

Educational and Professional Background

A native and longtime resident of Florida, he received his B.A. degree from the University of South Florida in 1986. While working full time at the University of South Florida Psychiatry Center, Paul earned his Masters degree from USF, graduating with honors.

Paul earned his Doctor of Juris Prudence from South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas. He has dedicated his practice to representing plaintiffs in personal injury cases and is an active member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America.

Having played baseball at Brandon High School and Florida College, Paul continues to be a sports enthusiast. His personal interests include golf, water and snow skiing, basketball (playing in the annual Hoop-It-Up Tournament) and playing with his six children.

Practice Areas

• Personal Injury/Wrongful Death
• Auto Negligence
• Medical Malpractice
• Nursing Home Neglect/Abuse
• Product Liability

Wendy Cousins-Savage

Attorney

Educational and Professional Background

Wendy graduated from Duke University in 1987 and went on to graduate from the University of Florida College of Law in 1992. She received the Federal Courts Books Award and Environmental Law Book Award.

Wendy has extensive experience in contract law and commercial litigation working on commercial and securities matters. She also has experience in working in both the state and federal court of appeals.

Wendy has been published in RTC's Repudiation of Contracts under FIRREA: A Broad Power to Achieve Broad Legislative Goals.

She is involved with the Tampa Museum of Art's Avant Garde Steering Committee, a member of Tampa Writers' Alliance and a volunteer for the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Teen Court.

Practice Areas

• Contract Law
• Commercial Litigation

Robert Samartin

Attorney

Educational and Professional Background

Originally from Harding Township, NJ, Rob came to the Tampa area attend college and graduated from law school in 1989. Rob is licensed to practice in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida and the United States Court of Appeals – 11 Circuit. Rob is a member of the Florida Justice Association as well as the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

Rob has committed his 20 years as a trial lawyer to defending the interests of individuals and families in the Bay Area and throughout Florida. Rob began his career trying cases next to Peter Catania and has known, and worked with, the Catania family for over 20 years.

Rob practices Plaintiff's personal injury, auto negligence, nursing home negligence and product liability. Rob has lived in the Tampa area for over 30 years and resides in South Tampa with his wife Julie and their three sons.

Practice Areas

• Personal Injury/Wrongful Death
• Auto Negligence
• Medical Malpractice
• Nursing Home Neglect/Abuse
• Product Liability