Esquire and Special Counsel

Esquire and Special Counsel with Salesia Smith-Gordon

Law Office of Salesia V. Smith-Gordon, PA

Jeraldine Williams, current Esquire and Special Counsel with Salesia Smith-Gordon, is decorated in professional accomplishments. Earning a Juris Doctor degree from The Florida State University of College of Law, Williams has practiced Law for more than 40 years following a successful career in journalism. Self-proclaimed partially retired Attorney and Journalist, she aids in bringing experience and proven experience to her current team. 

Williams has had professional experience in multiple Federal Districts including: Florida – Northern and Middle Districts; Massachusetts – Federal District Court. Her professional tenure has included work in litigation, appeals, and insurance. Additionally, she is engaged in numerous pivotal professional organizations. A member of The Florida Bar, U.S. Middle District of Florida, Edgecomb Bar Association, Hillsborough Association of Women Lawyers, The National Bar, and Barristers (Former President), Williams has a keen understanding of teamwork and leadership.

In her free time, Williams is a committed member of the First Baptist Church of College Hill, Tampa. Additionally, she is an avid marathoner, running races for worthy causes including Lymphoma, Leukemia, and Infants and Young Children of West Central Florida, Inc.

Certifications/Licenses:

  • J.D. – The Florida State University of College of Law
  • MBA – Clark-Atlanta University
  • BS Journalism – The University of Florida;

Year Started at Firm:

Previous Legal Experience:

  • Federal Districts Court: Florida: Northern and Middle Districts; – Massachusetts: Federal District
  • Appeals: 11th Cir Court of Appeals 2nd District Court of Appeals
  • Litigation
  • 1982-1994 2nd Judicial Circuit – Criminal & Civil Litigation
  • 1998: 15th Judicial Circuit – Criminal & Civil Litigation
  • 1999-Present: 13th Judicial Circuit – Criminal & Civil Litigation
  • Insurance:  Florida Department of Insurance – Staff Attorney

Professional Association And Membership:

  • The Florida Bar, U.S. Middle District of Florida,
  • Edgecomb Bar Association
  • Hillsborough Association of Women Lawyers,
  • The National Bar
  • Barristers, Former President