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Christene Miele Ertl, ADR Attorney in Jacksonville, Florida

Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Appellate, and Business · 4.3/5 rating from 49 verified client reviews

ShareholderatFisher, Tousey, Leas & Ball, P.A.

Jacksonville, FL

Practicing adr in Jacksonville since 2000.

26+
Years practicing
4.3 ★
49 client reviews
2
Bar admissions

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Christene Miele Ertl is a shareholder based in Jacksonville, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Christene has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fisher, Tousey, Leas & Ball, P.A.. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 49 client reviews.

Based in
Jacksonville, FL
Experience
over 26 years
Known for
ADR · Appellate · Business
  • Handles ADR, Appellate, and Business matters from Jacksonville, FL.
  • Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Christene Miele Ertl: Christene Miele Ertl is a shareholder based in Jacksonville, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Christene has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fisher, Tousey, Leas & Ball, P.A.. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 49 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Christene takes on

Christene concentrates on adr, appellate, business, civil rights, and commercial re. Each area below outlines the kind of case Christene handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Jacksonville, Florida

Christene takes adr matters in Jacksonville, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christene agrees to represent you.

Appellate cases in Jacksonville, Florida

Christene takes appellate matters in Jacksonville, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christene agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Jacksonville, Florida

Christene takes business matters in Jacksonville, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christene agrees to represent you.

Civil Rights cases in Jacksonville, Florida

Christene takes civil rights matters in Jacksonville, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christene agrees to represent you.

Commercial RE cases in Jacksonville, Florida

Christene takes commercial re matters in Jacksonville, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Christene agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Christene Miele Ertl — adr lawyer in Jacksonville

Christene Miele Ertl is a shareholder based in Jacksonville, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Business. Christene has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fisher, Tousey, Leas & Ball, P.A.. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 49 client reviews.

Member, Dunn Blount Inns of Court; Treasurer and Barrister, American Inns of Court, Dunn-Blount Chapter. Author and Editor, Community Association Hot Topic, Monthly. Speaker, “Engagement,” Florida Department of Financial Services, Women's Small Business Forum, 2010; Communicator, “Amending Association Document”. Instructor, Advanced Business Law, Flagler College, St. Augustine, Florida, 2002-2005. Business Women's Network, General Business Law, Port Orange South Daytona Chamber; Daytona Regional Chamber Leadership Alumni Series: Leadership Skills in a Tough Economy; Volusia Association of Paralegals, Real Estate Law, Contract to Closing; Florida Law and FAR/BAR forms, Daytona Beach Area Association of Realtors, Legal Forum; Founding Board Member, Sophie's Circle; Leadership: Daytona Class XXV, Daytona Beach Area Chamber of Commerce; Ormond Beach Class IV, Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce; Florida State University Alumni Association; University of Miami School of Law Alumni Association; Board of Director, Treasurer and Member, Catholic Lawyers Guild, Jacksonville, Florida, 2001-2004; Board of Director and Secretary, WORC/United Cerebral Palsy of East Central Florida, 2005-2008; Executive, Women's Council, 2005-2007; Daytona Beach Chamber of Commerce (Member, Young Professionals Group, 2006-2009; Building Association Managers, Homeowner and Condominium Law Changes (Legislator, 2008-2010); Volusia County Bar Association (2010); Building Association Managers (Governing Documents Committee); Daytona Beach Area Association of Realtors, Attorney-Realtor Committee

How Christene handles adr matters

Member, Dunn Blount Inns of Court; Treasurer and Barrister, American Inns of Court, Dunn-Blount Chapter. Author and Editor, Community Association Hot Topic, Monthly. Speaker, “Engagement,” Florida Department of Financial Services, Women's Small Business Forum, 2010; Communicator, “Amending Association Document”. Instructor, Advanced Business Law, Flagler College, St. Augustine, Florida,…

Who Christene represents

Christene reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, appellate, and business matters in Jacksonville and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Miami School of Law

    J.D. · 1998

  • Florida State University

    B.S. · 1994

Jurisdictions

Christene's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    2003 · ACTIVE

  • Florida

    2000 · ACTIVE

Christene studied at J.D. in University of Miami School of Law and B.S. in Florida State University.

Law school and academic background

Christene completed J.D. in University of Miami School of Law and B.S. in Florida State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Christene runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Christene has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Christene's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Dunn Blount Inns of Court

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Locations

Christene Miele Ertl's office in Jacksonville

Christene's primary office is at 501 Riverside Avenue, Suite 700, Jacksonville, FL, 32202-4937. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Fisher, Tousey, Leas & Ball, P.A.

501 Riverside Avenue, Suite 700

Jacksonville, FL 32202-4937

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Christene Miele Ertl — 4.3/5 rating from 49 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Christene. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Jacksonville.

4.3

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Hiring guide

How to hire Christene Miele Ertl — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Christene usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Christene charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christene's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Christene will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Jacksonville, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Christene

Christene discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Christene confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Christene's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Christene Miele Ertl

  • How much does it cost to hire Christene for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Christene walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Christene offer a free consultation?

    Christene charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christene's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Christene's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Christene gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Christene take my case if I'm outside Jacksonville?

    Christene is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Christene will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Christene?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Christene will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Christene accepting new adr clients right now?

    Christene's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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